Boo-tanical Halloween

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosBuy TicketsThis event is included with Garden Admission Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls three years old and under! Dress in gourd-geous attire and bring your Mummy or day-scare grown-up to the Gardens for a l......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosBuy TicketsThis event is included with Garden Admission Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls three years old and under! Dress in gourd-geous attire and bring your Mummy or day-scare grown-up to the Gardens for a little (candy-free) pre-trick or treating.  If you’re dressed in costume, you’ll receive a special sticker* on arrival and the opportunity to scare up a special Halloween craft*. Try the Kids’ Menu at Edna’s Eatery by Charly’s Grill for breakfast or lunch on October 31, 9am – 12pm, and receive an eerie-sistible cookie*. Bone appetite! Witching you a happy Halloween. For the grown-ups: This is a candy-free, outdoor, Halloween experience. Admission to the Gardens for children three and under is free. *The sticker, craft and cookie are with compliments of the Gardens and Edna’s Eatery by Charly’s Grill, while available. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

The Intriguing World of Spiders

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Outside of insects, spiders are one of the most diverse groups of animals on Earth. New species are being described by biologists all the time, increasing our recognition of t......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Outside of insects, spiders are one of the most diverse groups of animals on Earth. New species are being described by biologists all the time, increasing our recognition of that diversity. While some people don’t like spiders very much, they pose little danger to humans. In this class we explore the wondrous diversity of the eight-legged creatures. Just in time for Halloween, we will look into their biology as well, looking at their use of silken webs, venom, feeding, and reproduction. Instructor Jeff BabsonJeff Babson is an all-around naturalist, with particular interest in birds, butterflies, moths, beetles and dragonflies. Owner of Sky Island Tours, an environmental education and eco-tour company, Jeff has led birding tours for the Tucson Botanical Gardens, Pima County Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and several birding festivals in southern Arizona (Wings over Willcox, Southwest Wings, Tucson Birding and Nature Festival). He lives in Vail with his wife and two children. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Día de los Muertos Celebración

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is included with Garden Admission Join us on Sunday, November 2 to celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, in the Gardens’ beloved Nuestro Jardín, our Barrio Garden. Enjoy festive......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is included with Garden Admission Join us on Sunday, November 2 to celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, in the Gardens’ beloved Nuestro Jardín, our Barrio Garden. Enjoy festive floral displays and an ofrenda, a community altar to honor the lives of family and friends who have passed. Enjoy mariachi and puppet performances, and festive educational programming for the whole family. Face Painting & Family Fun Activities10am – 1pm Decorating calaveras de azúcar (sugar skulls), La Calavera Catrina face painting, and Monarch & Marigold artwork. Mariachi and Calavera Catrina Puppets Performance12pm – 1pm Music by Las Azaleas and puppet show by Red Herring Puppets. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los Muertos

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$60 Non-Member / $48 Member Class Capacity – 12 Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Dia de los Muertos Día de los Muertos is a big celebration in Mexico, and marigolds are one of the most important flowers......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$60 Non-Member / $48 Member Class Capacity – 12 Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Dia de los Muertos Día de los Muertos is a big celebration in Mexico, and marigolds are one of the most important flowers to decorate ofrendas or altars, and cemeteries. Marigolds are important for Día de los Muertos because their strong scent and bright colors are believed to guide the spirits of the dead back to their families. In this class, you will learn how to assemble a beautiful crepe paper Marigold with pre-cut crepe paper petals, leaves, and steam. You will learn the history behind this iconic flower for this celebration. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Garden Story Time

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 ye......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 years old.   Garden Story Time will be held rain or shine, hot or cold. For location, check on arrival at the Gardens. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Holiday Greeting Cards with Ink & Watercolor

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Create custom-painted holiday greeting cards with botanically themed watercolor paintings. We will learn watercolor techniques, including dry brush, layering, and washes, as w......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Create custom-painted holiday greeting cards with botanically themed watercolor paintings. We will learn watercolor techniques, including dry brush, layering, and washes, as well as some calligraphy tips and tricks. This class is appropriate for all ages and skill levels. Please provide your own art materials. Recommended art materials (Substitute as needed): waterproof ink pens of various sizeswatercolor paper and printer paperpencil, eraser, pencil sharpenertwo water containerstwo paintbrushes (small and medium) and paper towelswatercolors and mixing paletteInstructor Devon MeyerAs an artist, Devon is constantly inspired by nature. The elaborate patterns and gorgeous colors seen in plants, birds or flowers are reflected in the work she does. Watercolor is her favorite medium but she also works in oil, charcoal, pen and ink and colored pencil. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Succulents in Pots – From Indoor Dish Gardens to Outdoor Showstoppers

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Learn to Create Eye-Popping Cactus Displays. Marylee will share tips and techniques to create succulent gardens of all shapes and sizes for inside and out. Many of her favorit......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Learn to Create Eye-Popping Cactus Displays. Marylee will share tips and techniques to create succulent gardens of all shapes and sizes for inside and out. Many of her favorite succulents (and cacti) for pots, and how to plant and care for them. In this 90-minute virtual class, Marylee will also share living, gift-giving ideas. Instructor Marylee PangmanMarylee Pangman founded The Contained Gardener in 1998 as a niche business in the desert community of Tucson, Arizona.  Since then, Marylee has been compelled to share all that she has learned about container gardening over 3 decades of blistering summers and record breaking winters. Marylee sees container gardening as a way to have an oasis garden while conserving water as the demands of pots are far less than heavily planted areas and beds. You can find Marylee’s books, Getting Potted in the Desert, and Riley’s Garden Oasis at the Garden Gift Shop. These two books are excellent resources for creating and caring for potted gardens, advice on container selection, plant lists and much more. https://thepotteddesert.com Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Garden Story Time

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 ye......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 years old.   Garden Story Time will be held rain or shine, hot or cold. For location, check on arrival at the Gardens. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Preparing for Winter Gardening

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member As the seasons cool and our fall gardens are continuing to transition from warm season to cool season plants, there can be a lot of nuance to how you can get the most producti......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member As the seasons cool and our fall gardens are continuing to transition from warm season to cool season plants, there can be a lot of nuance to how you can get the most production out of your gardens. In this class Michael Ismail, the owner of Thrive and Grow Gardens, will provide strategies on this seasonal transitions and help you prepare for winter gardening. Come ready to learn about irrigation changes, variety selections, planting strategies, plant protection, and more! Instructor Michael IsmailMichael grew up on a homestead in the desert and has been helping people grow food in their backyards in Tucson for the past 11 years. He creates resource guides, videos, and classes to help simplify and demystify gardening in our climate. He also builds raised garden beds, plant protection enclosures and covers, as well as irrigation products, all designed to make abundant gardening more achievable in the Sonoran Desert climate. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Botanical Art in Watercolor: Autumn Flowers

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore a beautiful array of autumn flowers as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. In the first 30 ......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore a beautiful array of autumn flowers as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. In the first 30 min of the workshop, we will explore basic drawing & watercolor techniques to get us warmed up. The remaining portion of the class will be focused on creating a final illustration with all the techniques learned. Main Concepts: Basics in drawing and watercolor color application, detailing with colored pencils and design/composition Please provide your own art materials. List of recommended art materials: 2H, 4H and/or Color pencil w/ eraser, eraser (Streader), kneaded eraserPlain paper, printer paper or sketchbook for drawing warmups8”x10” Hot press watercolor paper.Watercolor – Winsor & Newton Assorted Colors 6-12pk (Any variety of watercolor brand and colors are okay)Paint Brushes: #4 Long Round, #3 long Round #6 Long Round, & Synthetic inexpensive brush for mixing.Assorted Colored Pencils – Prisma color 6-12pk works great. If you have watercolor pencils, we will explore these too!Must-haves: 2 water cups, drying towel, or paper towel & Mixing palette A few reference photos will be sent out before class begins.Instructor Adela AntoinetteAdela Antoinette (She/Her) is a published illustrator, designer and makeup artist. As a southwest born desert dweller, Antoinette’s work primarily centers on Sonoran Desert flora but fluctuates within botany through visiting different regions across the states. She specializes in various traditional mediums including her favorite, watercolor in which she has taught in workshops and classes at the Denali Education Center and The Drawing Studio. Her work has been displayed in various galleries in Arizona, Alaska, and California. Antoinette studied illustration and design at the University of Arizona, receiving her degree in Visual Communication. She is a Tucson, Arizona artist currently living in New York City. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Floating Lantern (Tōrō Nagashi) Festival

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosCanceled A beloved and luminous evening of remembrance inspired by the Japanese Obon tradition. Floating lanterns, gently released onto our koi pond, carry messages to departed loved ones and illuminate the water in ......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosCanceled A beloved and luminous evening of remembrance inspired by the Japanese Obon tradition. Floating lanterns, gently released onto our koi pond, carry messages to departed loved ones and illuminate the water in a moving tribute of light, sound, and serenity. Floating lanterns will be available for purchase. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Yume Japanese Gardens, 2130 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85712, United States

Handmade Aromatherapy Gifts

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Class Capacity 24 Join us to make your own fun and creative aromatherapy gifts for the holidays.  This workshop will cover project instructions and recipes for bath salts, body......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Class Capacity 24 Join us to make your own fun and creative aromatherapy gifts for the holidays.  This workshop will cover project instructions and recipes for bath salts, body oils and aromatic room sprays.  Each participant will make an aromatherapy gift of their own to take with them.  Presented by certified aromatherapist Kerry Cummins. Instructor Kerry BlankKerry is a holistic skincare therapist, energy expert, and sound healing practitioner with more than 30 years of experience.  She is passionate about helping people feel more beautiful in their skin, better in their bodies, and guiding them to tap into their inner wisdom.  As a certified aromatherapist, she enjoys creating natural herbal-based formulas that are effective, nourishing, and eco-conscious.  Kerry is the owner of HiVibe Healing Arts in Tucson, Arizona where she offers services, workshops, and sound baths.  Contact Kerry at (520) 448-1060 or [email protected]. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Floating Lantern (Tōrō Nagashi) Festival

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosCanceled A beloved and luminous evening of remembrance inspired by the Japanese Obon tradition. Floating lanterns, gently released onto our koi pond, carry messages to departed loved ones and illuminate the water in ......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosCanceled A beloved and luminous evening of remembrance inspired by the Japanese Obon tradition. Floating lanterns, gently released onto our koi pond, carry messages to departed loved ones and illuminate the water in a moving tribute of light, sound, and serenity. Floating lanterns will be available for purchase. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Yume Japanese Gardens, 2130 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85712, United States

Matcha Tea Culture

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Class Capacity 24 Matcha has gained immense popularity in the United States recently, but its importance in Japan extends back centuries, deeply intertwined with the nation’s l......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Class Capacity 24 Matcha has gained immense popularity in the United States recently, but its importance in Japan extends back centuries, deeply intertwined with the nation’s long-standing tea culture. Presented by the Sakura Tea Circle of Tucson, this class will explore matcha’s fascinating history, the growing and cultivation of the tea plant, and traditional matcha preparation tools and techniques. It includes an informative slide presentation, a whisking demonstration, and a taste of ceremonial-grade tea. The class is ideal for both newcomers to Japanese tea and those seeking to deepen their matcha knowledge.  Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

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Mushroom Cultivation Workshop

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$40 Non-Member / $32 Member In this 2-hour workshop instructor Chad Borseth will discuss the role fungi and mushrooms play in our ecology, and go over cultivation and propagation techniques. We also will......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$40 Non-Member / $32 Member In this 2-hour workshop instructor Chad Borseth will discuss the role fungi and mushrooms play in our ecology, and go over cultivation and propagation techniques. We also will discuss the many benefits of fungi to the garden and gardener alike. Participants will have the opportunity to create and take home a grow bag of oyster mushrooms, with the know how to keep them going all season long. This class is intended as an easy approachable guide to growing edible mushrooms at home without spending $$$ on equipment. Instructor – Chad Borseth Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

Education Building Classroom

Crepe Paper Ginkgo Biloba Arrangements

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$60 Non-Member / $48 Member Class Capacity 12 Ginkgo Biloba is a medicinal plant that has its origins from China. During the Fall, the golden leaves adorn many homes, gardens and parks. In this class you ......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$60 Non-Member / $48 Member Class Capacity 12 Ginkgo Biloba is a medicinal plant that has its origins from China. During the Fall, the golden leaves adorn many homes, gardens and parks. In this class you will assemble two branches with beautiful pre-cut crepe paper leaves and use glue to attach it to a branch, creating a unique piece of art to decorate your home.  All art materials supplied by the instructor. Instructor – Sandy Villegas Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

Porter Hall

Garden Story Time

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 ye......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosGarden AdmissionThis event is free with admission Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets, and sensory activities!  Children of all ages are welcome, but the program is geared toward children aged 2 to 7 years old.   Garden Story Time will be held rain or shine, hot or cold. For location, check on arrival at the Gardens. Upcoming ClassesFamily, Special Boo-tanical HalloweenOctober 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology The Intriguing World of SpidersOctober 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Family, Special Día de los Muertos CelebraciónNovember 2 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Family, Special Garden Story TimeNovember 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Fused Glass Mosaic Painting: Butterflies

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$65 Non-Member / $52 Member Class Capacity 15 Each fused glass tile is approximately 7 inches high by 12 inches wide. Each mosaic is kiln-formed on a mold that leaves an impression on one side enabling th......More

Crepe Paper Marigolds to celebrate Día de los MuertosRegister Here$65 Non-Member / $52 Member Class Capacity 15 Each fused glass tile is approximately 7 inches high by 12 inches wide. Each mosaic is kiln-formed on a mold that leaves an impression on one side enabling the tile to be hand-painted as much or as little as each painter would like. Everything is provided so each participant can make their butterflies as colorful and cheerful as they wish. Instructor Dee TaubeI have always loved art, so while growing up I took all the art classes that were offered in school. I was drawn to art beyond being content to just appreciate it, but during my working career making time for art seemed a luxury to be put on hold for the future. Somehow I found jewelry making and fell in love with it. It enabled me to work with color, design, and texture, it was a great stress-reliever, an outlet for my creativity, and it nurtured my soul. When I became a member of an artists’ co-op in Colorado Springs, I was constantly admiring the work created by the glass artists there, and one day one of them offered to teach me how to fuse glass. I was hooked. Creating fused glass art has taught me to appreciate all art even more than I did before. It is always a learning experience. But when everything goes right, the end result brings me joy and nurtures my soul, as I always hope it will for those who see my art. Learning, enjoying and creating art is an ongoing journey. Each new piece guides its own design and helps me grow as an artist. I love it! Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming Classes

Education Building Classroom