LEARN Winter Catalog 2019

EXPERIENCE | EXPLORE | DISCOVER

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TABL E OF CO N T EN TS Children and Family

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Landscape and Gardening

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Gardening Arts

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Photography

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Art

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Wellness

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Cooking

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History and Science

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Travel and Adventure

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Desert Landscape School

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Registration and Cancellation Policies

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CHI L D RE N A N D FA M I LY E D UCAT I O N

- C H I L D R EN AN D FAMILY EDU CA Garden Camp Adventures Spring Break Camp: Wings & Wildflowers March 9 - 13 | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Members: $180 per week General Public: $225 per week K - 6 grade

Your child will become a budding botanist, discovering relationships between flowers, bugs and birds through handson activities and scientific exploration.

Snacks are provided. Campers bring their own lunch.

Spring Break Extended Camp March 9 - 13 | 3 - 6 p.m.

Members: $14 per day General Public: $17 per day K - 6 grade

Early Childhood Programs Seedlings

The science doesn’t have to end! Extended Camp offers additional activities through the afternoon. Campers must participate in Spring Break Day Camp to be eligible for Extended Camp. Snacks are provided.

Jan. 7 - Feb. 14 | 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays Members: $145 per six-week session General Public: $175 per six-week session

Children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers explore the wonders of our desert through nature-based activities and guided walkson the trails.

Saturday | Dec. 14 | 10 a.m. - noon Scouts: $10 Chaperones and Family Members: $10

Baby Boojums

Feb. 16 - March 13 Sitters and Crawlers Tuesdays or Fridays | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Strong Walkers Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays | 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Members: $58 per four-week session General Public: $70 per four-week session

Children ages 6 - 30 months and their caregivers discover how sensory-based nature experiences in nature can guide early childhood development.

Girl Scout Programs

Nature Art

Learn how nature can be used to inspire art with your senses. Girl Scouts interpret, design and create nature-inspired art in the Garden and earn a participation patch.

Children and Family programs are supported by The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation.

Early Childhood programs are supported by the Ferry Family Foundation in memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry.

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L A N D SCAPE A N D G A RD E N IN G Class Limit : 30 participants or less PACK AG E DE A L

Register by Jan. 12 for a 10% discount

Front Yard Makeover Monday | Jan. 6 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discuss plants, hardscape materials and design, and implementation options to improve your curb appeal. Instructed by Landscape Designer Marie White.

Selection and Care of Fruit Trees

Home Landscape Design Series Members: $108 | General Public: $135

Offer expires Jan. 3. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

This series walks you through each phase of designing the ideal landscape to complement your Sonoran Desert home. Instructed by landscape architect Liza Blank. Limit 15.

Home Landscape Design Basics I Wednesday | Jan. 8 and Jan. 15 | 6 - 8 p.m. or Wednesday | Feb. 5 and Feb. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75

This program guides you through basic design and provides a framework to create a new and enjoyable outdoor space with different plant material and hardscape options. Home Landscape Design Basics I is a prerequisite for Home Landscape Design Basics II. Home Landscape Design Basics II Wednesday | Jan. 22 and Jan. 29 | 6 - 8 p.m. or Wednesday | Feb. 19 and Feb. 26 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75

Further develop your landscape plan in a studio format, as you explore the best methods and proper sequence for design installation. Home Landscape Design Basics I is a prerequisite for this class.

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Tuesday | Jan. 7 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn to avoid common mistakes of planting fruit trees, when to plant and how to care for your trees through irrigation and fertilization. Instructed by Steve Sheard.

Flora of Baja California Monday | Jan. 13 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

The Garden’s former cactaceae collections manager, Scott McMahon, discusses the various endemic plants of Baja, including cardons, organ pipes and boojums.

Pollinator Gardening Monday | Jan. 13 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discover the best plants to attract moths, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Carol Stuttard shares tips about specific plants and their care.

Landscape Lighting Monday | Jan. 13 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn to design and engineer affordable, energy-efficient and dramatic lighting effects. Instructed by Jack Gilcrest, landscape architect.

Flora of Baja California

Leafy Greens for Winter Salads

How to Grow a Tomato How to Grow a Tomato

Saturday | Jan. 25 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discover the many varieties of the shapely, colorful tomatoes you can grow, including pear, plum, slicer, salad and cherry. Instructed by Pam Perry.

Feng Shui in the Garden

Sunday | Jan. 26 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Landscape architect Liza Blank discusses basic principles and tools to create a flowing garden environment, how to apply the bagua, or energy map, through color and the five elements of feng shui for peace and tranquility.

Leafy Greens for Winter Salads

Wild Edibles

Friday | Jan. 24 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Sunday | Jan. 26 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Join Carol Stuttard to learn about many varieties of leafy greens that grow in low deserts for winter salads. Participants can sow a small winter salad pot to take home.

Learn to identify when to harvest mesquite, ironwood and palo verde trees, as well as how to harvest and juice prickly pear cactus fruits. Instructed by Kerry Athena.

Beekeeping for Beginners

Saturday | Jan. 25 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Join beekeeper Dan Punch to learn about bees and their roles in the hive. Explore the work and life cycle of honeybees, how beekeepers can construct hives and where to purchase equipment.

Salsa Gardening

Tuesday | Jan. 28 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn tips for growing tomatoes, onions, tomatillos, chiles and cilantro. Discuss plant arrangement, watering techniques and soil preparation. Instructed by Carol Stuttard.

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L A N D SCAPE A N D G A RD E N IN G Class Limit : 30 participants or less

Growing Citrus

Mediterranean Gardens Tuesday | Jan. 28 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Landscape designer Marie White teaches Mediterranean garden design essentials, including water features, fireplaces and outdoor lighting.

Rose Gardening in the Desert Wednesday | Jan. 29 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Join Steve Sheard as he discusses planting, watering and fertilizing roses. Learn how to control insects, tips for survival and pruning for maximum bloom.

Drip Design and Installation for Vegetables and Container Gardens Saturday | Feb. 1 | 9 a.m. - noon General Public: $35 | General Public: $44

Discover the best uses of drip irrigation to properly water residential gardens and container plants. Instructed by Jeff Lee. Organic Vegetable Gardening Monday | Feb. 3 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn the basics of organic vegetable Adeniums gardening, and discuss the adaptability Sunday | Feb. 9 | 1 - 3 p.m. or 4 - 6 p.m. of plants, while exploring genetically Members: $30 | General Public: $38 modified vegetables and their role in the Desert roses are easy to grow if you unenvironment. Instructed by Carol Stuttard. derstand their basic horticultural needs.

Join Mark Dimmitt, a plant breeder All Things Lavender specializing in Adenium, as he discusses Wednesday | Feb. 5 | 6 - 8 p.m. watering, light requirements, fertilizaMembers: $30 | General Public: $38 tion, overall care, overwintering and more.

Discuss uses, history and varieties of Students will receive a do-it-yourself lavender, as well as how to harvest and seed kit. store it. Instructed by Pam Perry.

Growing Citrus All Things Lavendar

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Monday | Feb. 10 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discuss citrus planting, fertilizing, watering and protection techniques. Instructed by Richard Gibson, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Agent.

Irrigation Maintenance and Repair Saturday | Feb. 15 | 9 a.m. - noon Members: $35 | General Public: $44

Instructor Jeff Lee explains how the drips, bubblers and sprinklers of your irrigation system should be maintained.

Spring Vegetable Gardening Sunday | Feb. 16 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn about soil preparation, which varieties to grow and the right time to plant.

Instructed by Carol Stuttard.

Best Bulbs for Desert Gardens Sunday | Feb. 16 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discover which bulbs to plant and where to buy them. Explore soil, watering and exposure requirements. Instructed by Pam Perry.

Flowering All Year

Spring Vegetable Gardening

Tuesday | Feb. 18 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

“AZ Plant Lady� Noelle Johnson shares her favorite plants that flower most of the year, as well as tips for using overlapping bloom seasons.

Xeriscaping

Tuesday | Feb. 18 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn about the principles of xeriscape gardening, as well as the wide variety of low-water-use plants that grow well here.

Instructed by Carol Stuttard.

Passion for Penstemon Wednesday | Feb. 19 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Explore which penstemons can be grown in the low desert and how to care for them.

Instructed by Angelica Elliott, assistant director of public horticulture.

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L A N D SCAPE A N D G A RD E N IN G Class Limit : 30 participants or less

Herbal Tea Garden

Fragrance Garden Wednesday | Feb. 19 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Discover a selection of desert-adapted plants with pleasing aromas, colors, forms and textures. Learn to create a sensory experience that lasts throughout the year.

Instructed by Erin Hutton.

Plant Problems and Diagnosis Wednesday | Feb. 19 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn to identify pathogens, insect pests and environmental conditions that impact your plants. Instructed by Richard Gibson, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Agent.

Herbal Tea Garden Tuesday | Feb. 25 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Learn which herbs, including chamomile, hibiscus, rose hips and peppermint, are perfectly suited for tea and thrive in the desert. Instructed by Pam Perry.

Grafting Fruit Trees Wednesday | Feb. 26 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $45 | General Public: $56

Steve Sheard discusses and demonstrates how you can have more fruit varieties through the use of various grafting and budding methods.

Maximize Your Irrigation System Saturday | Feb. 29 | 9 a.m. - noon Members: $35 | General Public: $44

Learn how to save money on your water bills and improve the efficiency of your irrigation system. Instructed by Jeff Lee.

Maximize Your Irrigation System

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G A R D E NI NG ARTS

Winter-Inspired Ikebana

Thursday | Dec. 12 | 10 a.m. - noon or Saturday | Feb. 29 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $40 | General Public: $50

Learn traditional, meditative principles of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Additional required materials list is available with online listing. Instructed by Ping Wei.

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PH OTOG RAPH Y

Class Limit : 15 participants or less iPhone and iPad Photography

iPhone® and iPad® Photography Learn how to take your iPhone® or iPad® photography to the next level. Explore tools and techniques to take creative photos. All classes instructed by Ashley Lowery.

Getting Started

Editing

Learn to stabilize, hold and shoot with your iPhone® or iPad®. Learn the best apps for mobile photography and editing.

Tweak your photos to perfection with the editing app Snapseed®, and discover the transformations you can make with the touch of your finger. Students should download the free app Snapseed®.

Wednesday | Jan. 8 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. or Saturday | Jan. 25 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Next Steps

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Wednesday | Jan. 29 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Wednesday | Jan. 22 | 5 - 7:30 p.m. or Sunday | Feb. 9 | 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Nighttime

Discover how to improve your photo and editing techniques with different lighting scenarios and compositions.

Then experiment with creative touches.

Nighttime brings out a different set of creatures, moments and challenges. Learn essential techniques that will reduce the graininess and produce stunning results.

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Wednesday | Feb. 12 | 7:15 - 9:15 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Capturing Holiday Lights Thursday | Dec. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $55

PACK AG E DE A L

Register by Jan. 2 for a 10% discount

Learn about the best approaches, camera settings and vantage points for holiday lights. Instructed by Robert McBride.

The Art of Wildlife Silhouette Monday | Jan. 6 | 4 - 7 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Learn how to maximize your shooting day, add diversity to your portfolio and create powerful emotion with your photography through silhouette, back-lit and rim-lit photography. Instructed by Lisa Langell.

Photography for Beginners Tuesday | Jan. 7 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Learn to identify qualities of good photos, common mistakes and how to avoid them, how to recognize a subject’s potential and capture it beautifully through a lens.

Instructed by Lisa Langell.

A Friendly Introduction to Manual Settings Thursday | Jan. 9 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $73

Discover how to visualize the final image before it’s photographed and prioritize settings. Instructed by Lisa Langell.

Let There Be Light!

Monday | Jan. 13 | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Explore how to identify various types of light and the strategies for finding them.

Instructed by Lisa Langell.

Digital Desert Photography Members: $130 | General Public: $170

Offer expires Jan. 3. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

Take guided steps to photographic excellence with digital cameras.

Instructed by Joanne West. Each class is two sessions.

Getting Started

Friday | Jan. 10 | 1 - 5 p.m. and Jan. 17 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

This introductory class is ideal for those who are new to digital photography or simply interested in learning about camera settings. This class is best suited for DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Some practice in the Garden is included.

Next Steps

Friday | Jan. 31 | 1 - 5 p.m and Feb. 7 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

Take your camera off automatic and use more advanced creative exposure settings to produce compelling photos.

Learn advanced exposure techniques, as well as how to achieve sharp focus and merge technical and creative aspects of photography. This class is best suited for DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Some practice in the Garden is included.

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Class Limit : 15 participants or less PACK AG E DE A L

Register by Jan. 2 for a 10% discount

Capturing the Desert in Black and White

Monday | Jan. 27 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Learn to take beautiful black and white photos. While all digital camera owners are welcome, this class is best suited for DSLR cameras. Participants should bring camera and lenses. Some practice in the Garden is included. Instructed by Robert McBride.

Nature in Winter Members: $260 | General Public: $325

Offer expires Jan. 3. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

Explore the tools and techniques to photograph winter landscapes and wildlife. Instructed by Robert McBride.

Photographing Nature in Winter Tuesday | Jan. 21 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $63

Learn what it takes to become a digital landscape photographer. This class is open to all digital photographers. Participants should bring a camera and manual.

Photographing Nature in Winter: In the Field Saturday | Jan. 25 | 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Members: $199 | General Public: $249

Explore the winter wonderland of Sedona’s Red Rocks. Discover techniques to capture winter scenes. This is an off-site program, and transportation from the Garden is included.

Galaxy ® Smartphone Photography Wednesday | Jan. 15 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Unlock the potential of your smartphone.

Instructed by Lori A. Johnson.

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Galaxy ® Smartphone Photography 2: Editing

Thursday | Jan. 30 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Fine-tune your smartphone photos with editing apps. Instructed by Lori A. Johnson.

Instagram for Gardeners

Saturday | Feb. 8 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Lori A. Johnson shares tips for capturing and sharing your photogenic garden with friends and followers.

Wildflower Photography Wednesday | Feb. 26 | 8 a.m. - Noon Members: $60 | General Public: $75

Join Joanne West in learning to capture desert wildflowers. Explore settings, gear, composition and other tips.

Introduction to Macro Photography Wednesday | Feb. 28 | 9 a.m. - Noon Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Discuss composition, proper equipment, focusing, lighting and how to steady the camera at close range. While all digital camera owners are welcome, this class is best suited for DSLR cameras. Participants should bring camera and lenses. Instructed by Robert McBride.

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Register by Jan. 2 for a 10% discount

Wildlife Photography Members: $204 | General Public: $257

Offer expires Jan. 3. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

Join Robert McBride as you learn how to capture creatures in the moment.

Wildlife Photography: An Introduction Monday | Feb. 3 |10 a.m. – Noon Members: $40 | General Public: $53

Learn what equipment is needed, as well as how to master exposure, composition and design. While all digital camera owners are welcome, this class is most appropriate for DSLR cameras.

Wildlife Photography: In the Field Saturday | Feb. 8 | 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Members: $199 | General Public: $249

This session is a field excursion to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, expands upon Wildlife Photography: An Introduction and provides additional guidance for nature photographers. While all digital camera owners are welcome, this class is best suited for DSLR cameras.

Transportation to this off-site program is included. Price includes admission to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.

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ART

Class Limit : 15 participants or less | All materials are included, unless otherwise noted Sedona in Snow

Modern Bird Illustration

Tuesday | Dec. 3 | 1 - 5 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

Learn modern bird illustration inspired by artist Charley Harper. This class guides students to create colorful graphic illustrations of birds in a contemporary style. Instructed by Devon Meyer.

Sedona in Snow Inspired Oil Painting Wednesday | Dec. 4 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

Agave by Moonlight Mosaic

Easy instructions lead students to create an impressionist rendition of Sedona in snow. Beginners and advanced painters welcome. Instructed by Cheryl Fecht.

Agave by Moonlight Mosaic

Monday | Dec. 9 and Dec. 16 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Members: $200 | General Public: $250

Create an agave mosaic in this two-part series class. Morrine Maltzman uses beautiful materials to capture this elaborate design.

Cactus Embroidery Sampler Wednesday | Dec. 11 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $70

Discover a variety of stitches, and use your new skills to embroider an assortment of cactus and succulents. Instructed by Linda Arandas.

Garden Critters in Oil

Sunday | Jan. 5 and Jan. 12 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $95 | General Public: $115

Step-by-step instructions teach you to create a colorful oil painting of local critters. Beginners and advanced painters welcome. Instructed by Cheryl Fecht.

Cactus Embroidery Sampler

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Painting with Music Sunday | Jan. 5 | 1 - 5 p.m.

Members: $85 | General Public: $105

Experience the rhythms and sounds of music, and explore color, texture and mark-making in a free-flowing, no-rules painting series. Instructed by Joan Waters.

Hummingbirds in Colored Pencil Thursday | Jan. 9, Jan. 16 and Jan. 23 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $90 | General Public: $110

Devon Meyer instructs techniques to illustrate the beauty of hummingbirds, including layering, texture and grisaille.

Additional required materials list available with online listing.

Watercolor Cactus Saturday | Jan. 11 | 1 - 4 p.m. or Thursday | Feb. 13 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $65 | General Public: $80

Explore how to capture desert icons in the watercolor medium. Instructed by Rachel Eskandari.

Agave and Aloe Soaps Sunday | Jan. 12 | 2 - 5 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

Instructor Lynn Reves shows how to use Southwestern ingredients to create, melt and pour custom soaps. Base ingredients and additional custom ingredients will be taught.

Watercolor Cactus Agave and Aloe Soaps

Mormon Lake Acrylic Painting Wednesday | Jan. 15 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $95

Color theory, brush and composition techniques and color mixing with acrylics will be instructed. Beginners and advanced painters welcome. Instructed

by Cheryl Fecht.

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ART

Class Limit : 15 participants or less | All materials are included, unless otherwise noted PACK AG E DE A L

Register by Jan. 2 for a 10% discount

Botanical Collage Saturday | Jan. 25 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $70

Explore the art of collage, and discover a variety of mixed-media techniques to create a botanical-themed artwork.

Instructed by Linda Arandas.

Botanical Card Making Monday | Jan. 27 | 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $40

Instructor Beth Maggio teaches how to use die-cutting and embossing to make greeting cards with a botanical theme.

Botanical Collage

The Art of Calligraphy

Instructed by Devon Meyer.

Additional required materials list available with online listing.

Members: $153 | General Public: $173

Offer expires Jan. 3. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

Calligraphy: An Introduction Wednesday | Jan. 8, Jan. 15 and Jan. 22 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $90 | General Public: $110

Discover how to use your handwriting to craft your own modern script.

Advanced Calligraphy: Design, Layout and Embellishment Tuesday | Feb. 18, Feb. 25 and March 3 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $90 | General Public: $110

Learn to incorporate designs and layouts with beautiful embellishments, as you work to take away a finished project.

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Wild Rising Watercolors Saturday | Feb. 1 | 9 a.m. - noon Members: $65 | General Public: $80

Inspired by Wild Rising by Cracking Art, use basic technique and color palette experimentation to paint colorful animals.

Instructed by Rachel Eskandari.

Felted Cactus Saturday | Feb. 1 | 2 - 5 p.m.

Members: $65 | General Public: $85

Try wool roving to create felt cactus and succulents to perch on a cholla branch or arrange in a pot. Instructed by Lynn Reves.

Botanical Pillow Monday | Feb. 3 and Feb. 10 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $95 | General Public: $115

Create a Garden inspired canvas pillow cover in this two-part series. Learn painting techniques and embellishments to make this home accent. Instructed by Lynn Reves.

Felted Cactus Botanical Pillow

Nature Journaling with Watercolor Wednesday | Feb, 12, Feb.19 and Feb. 26 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $120 | General Public: $150

This three-part class guides students of all skill levels to create beautiful illustrations inspired by desert plants.

Instructed by Devon Meyer.

Ammonite Gourd Vessel Sunday | March 1 | 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $85 | General Public: $105

The ammonite, a fossilized sea squid from Madagascar, makes a wonderful focal point when integrated into the body of a canteen gourd. Instructed by Sue Brogdon.

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WE L L NESS

Class Limit : 30 participants or less PACK AG E DE A L

Register by Nov. 29 and save $20

Mindfulness at the Garden Members: $92 | General Public: $120 Regular price per session: Members: $16 | General Public: $20

Offer expires Nov. 30. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price and are subject to availability.

Yoga

Expand your consciousness surrounded by the sounds of the Garden. All levels welcome. This class is held outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Instructed by Urban Yoga and Wellness.

Sunrise Yoga Sundays | Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Jan. 5, 12, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16 | 8 - 9 a.m.

Tai Chi

A garden is the traditional setting for tai chi chuan, the health-boosting Chinese martial art that fuses yin and yang. All levels welcome. This class is held outdoors.

Please dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Yuri Grevtsev.

Sunrise Tai Chi Thursdays | Dec. 5, 12, Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 | 8 - 9 a.m.

Sundown Tai Chi Mondays | Dec. 2, 9, 16, Jan. 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17 | 5 - 6 p.m.

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Introduction to Herbal Remedies

Refreshing Spa Kit Refreshing Spa Kit

Brain Health: Build Your Life Story

Sunday | Dec. 1 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $85 | General Public: $105

Saturday | Jan. 11 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $58 | General Public: $73

Learn about oils and clays that create luxurious scrubs and facial masks as well as how to create soothing foot baths.

Instructed by Lynn Reves.

Discover the keys to brain health, memory and vitality. Students will receive a copy of the book “Better with Age: The Ultimate Guide to Brain Training.� Instructed by Phyllis Strupp.

Stress Management and Finding Joy in the Moments

Introduction to Herbal Remedies

Monday | Dec. 2 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $35 | General Public: $44

Sunday | Jan. 12 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $35 | General Public: $44

Join trained herbalist Kerry Amann to learn about stress management tools, including herbs, meditation, journaling, sound relaxation and more.

Explore herbal actions, delivery systems, how to choose quality herbs and more.

Instructed by Kerry Amann.

Sleep and Digestion Sunday | Feb. 9 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $35 | General Public: $44

Kerry Amann discusses herbs that aid in sleep and digestion.

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COO KI NG

Class Limit : 12 participants or less Comforting Soups Thursday | Dec. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Explore recipes for various soups, including miso soba noodle, butternut squash, wild rice sweet potato and corn chowder.

Instructed by Chef Terri Milligan.

Vegetarian Comfort Food Tuesday | Jan. 7 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Chef Terri Milligan shares her veggiebased favorites, including sweet quinoa potato and black bean enchilada casserole, orzo spinach feta bake, and sweet corn and wild mushroom skillet.

Tradition Through Tamales Saturday | Jan. 11 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Discover how to prepare the masa, meats and sauces that bring tamales to life.

Vegan option will be demonstrated.

Instructed by Chef Maria Parra Cano.

Craft Chocolate Making 101 Monday | Jan. 20 | 7 - 9 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Deep dive into craft chocolate. Engage in a guided chocolate tasting and discussion of micro-batch “bean-to-bar” chocolate making. Instructed by Jim & Maureen Elitzak.

Freezer Friendly Meals

Saturday | Jan. 25 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Chef Maggie Norris discusses freezer life and shares recipes for “not your mother’s” meatloaf, mac and cheese, twice-baked potatoes and chicken noodle soup.

Cooking and Wellness Classes Sponsored by:

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Comforting Soups Craft Chocolate Making 101

Easy Italian Cheeses Tuesday | Jan. 28 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Learn how to make ricotta, mascarpone and fresh mozzarella and taste them in delicious recipes. Demonstrated by Chef Terri Milligan.

Winter Weather Cooking Saturday | Feb. 1 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Chef Maggie Norris creates roasted carrots, onions and fennel with mint, mashed potato casserole, pepita-crusted seared trout and pumpkin bread pudding.

Risotto and Gnocchi Thursday | Feb. 6 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Explore how to prepare a savory risotto and a sweet dessert. Then watch Chef Terri Milligam prepare sweet potato gnocchi finished in a maple pecan and cinnamon butter.

Easy Italian Cheeses Modern Moroccan

Modern Moroccan Tuesday | Feb. 18 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Learn how to make homemade preserved lemons with chicken and olive tagine, lamb chops with Moroccan mint barbeque sauce and jeweled turmeric couscous.

Instructed by Terri Milligan.

Flatbreads and Quickbreads Thursday | Feb. 27 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Learn Chef Terri Milligan’s recipes for chapati with carrot miso butter, fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil bread, wild rice and berry muffins and herb focaccia.

All cooking classes in this series are demonstration only. Participants will enjoy a taste of each recipe shared by the instructor.

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H ISTORY AND SC IEN C E Class Limit : 30 participants or less

Endangered Species of Arizona

Ecology of the Boojum Tree Wild West Arizona

Birding 101

Sunday | Dec. 1 | noon - 2 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Saturday | Jan. 4 | 8 - 11 a.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50

Take a journey looking back at the wild Fly through a quick review of bird anatomy story of Arizona with instructor Jim Turner. and terminology. Orient yourself on binocular use, and train your eyes on the Magma’s Last Gasp skies. Students are encouraged to bring binoculars. Instructed by Kathe Anderson.

Wednesday | Dec. 4 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Discover the story of the molten rock that hardened deep underground into the granite rocks and mountains that blanket the area. Instructed by Dan Gruber of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy and Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA).

Ecology of the Boojum Tree Thursday | Dec. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Learn what is known and what is suspected about the ecology and relationships of this fascinating tree. Instructed by Dr. Ken Sweat from Arizona State University’s (ASU) School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

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Endangered Species of Arizona Tuesday | Jan. 7 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

This program highlights endangered animals that call Arizona home, including the Mexican wolf and California condor.

Instructed by ASU’s Dr. Ken Sweat.

Desert Wildlife and Safety Monday | Jan. 13 | 6 - 7 p.m. or Thursday | Feb. 4 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Members: $20 | General Public: $27

The Arizona Herpetological Society shares how to be safe and respect native Arizona desert animals. The class also interacts with three nonvenomous reptiles.

Arizona’s Reptiles Thursday | Jan. 16 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Understand the basics about Arizona’s reptiles from Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

History of Gardening in the United States Tuesday | Jan. 21 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Global Warming: A Look at the Scientific Evidence Monday | Jan. 27 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

This lecture takes you on a tour through the global warming science, obfuscations, politics and likely outcomes. Instructed

by Kirstin Hendrickson, director of the ASU Initiative for Science Literacy.

A Geological Narrative of Arizona

Investigate the history of the American Tuesday | Jan. 28 | 6 - 8 p.m. garden from ancient times to the present. Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Join Carol Stuttard in this journey from Explore the geology of Arizona and the 10,000 B.C. to 2020 A.D. origins of the Grand Canyon, Red Rocks of Sedona, Mogollon Rim and low deserts.

Shelter Dogs: A New Life Instructed by Dr. Steven Semken of ASU’s Wednesday | Jan. 22 | 6 - 8 p.m.

School of Earth and Space Exploration.

Members: $ 27 | General Public: $34

Woodpeckers and Wrens Dr. Lisa Gunter discusses research that explores the canine experience in animal Thursday | Jan. 30 | 8 - 11 a.m. shelters and how to help reduce stress in Members: $40 | General Public: $50 their forever homes.

Explore these families of birds, and learn uncommon facts about five common Scorpions of Arizona Arizona species of woodpeckers and Thursday | Jan. 23 | 6 - 8 p.m. wrens. Instructed by Kathe Anderson.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Learn more about this misunderstood insect from Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Woodpeckers and Wrens

Shelter Dogs: A New Life

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H ISTORY AND SC IEN C E Class Limit : 30 participants or less

Discover Local Fauna: Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve Thursday | Feb. 6 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Discover the mammals that live in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and the looming urban stressors that could compromise their existence. Instructed

by Ralph Lipfert, Master Steward of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy.

The Mighty Colorado River Sunday | Feb. 9 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Travel down one of the world’s great rivers from the first trickle to the final delta through this amazing presentation.

Instructed by Jim Turner.

Esteban: Original Explorer of the Southwest The Mighty Colorado River

Sunday | Feb. 16 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Not many people realize that the first Post-Colombian explorer to reach what is now Arizona was a black Muslim man named Esteban. Learn about his fascinating life in this class. Instructed by Gary Every.

Arizona: A Natural History Monday | Feb. 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Dr. Ken Sweat introduces students to the geology, flora, fauna and human history of Arizona.

Hummingbirds Thursday | Feb. 27 | 8 - 11 a.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50

Learn about the dozen-plus species of hummingbirds found in Arizona, where to find them and the anatomy of their feathers. Instructed by Kathe Anderson.

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Hummingbirds Phoenix Peregrine Falcons

Writers of the Purple Sage

Thursday | Feb. 27 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Sunday | March 1 | noon - 2 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

Explore these amazing birds of prey and why Arizona was one of the first states to support robust populations. Instructed

by Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Examine popular authors Zane Grey James Fenimore Cooper, Max Brand, Louie L ’Amour and Larry McMurtry, as well as their connection to the west.

Instructed by Jim Turner.

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Japanese Friendship Garden Tour and Tea Ceremony Saturday | Dec. 14 | 10 a.m. - noon or Saturday | Jan. 18 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $70 | General Public: $90

Visit the tranquil Phoenix Japanese Friendship Garden for a tea ceremony and private garden tour. Led by Liza Blank. Limit 16.

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Birds, History and a Bit of Spice Monday - Wednesday | April 13 - 15, 2020 Members: $1,100 | General Public: $1,300

Join us on an expedition to the most famous birding locations in North America: Southern Arizona’s Madera Canyon, Rio Rico ponds, Kino Springs, Patagonia and Tucson Audubon’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds. Staying at the historic Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, attendees will bird in the mornings and explore historical sites in the afternoons, including the Mission San Xavier del Bac, Mission Tumacacori and the Santa Cruz Chile and Spice Company. Led by author and naturalist Lynn Hassler and Carlos Oldham, Garden docent and former president of the Portland Audubon Society.

Limit 8.

Three-day trip includes: • Professional birding guides • Two nights at the historic Tubac Golf Resort & Spa • Dinner on Monday Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Tuesday Breakfast and lunch on Wednesday • Transportation for all group activities • Snacks and nonalcoholic beverages • All entry fees to parks and historical sites • Gratuities for site docent guides at both missions Not included: • Transportation to and from Tubac Golf Resort & Spa • Personal expenses • Alcoholic beverages Arrive Monday at 3 p.m.

Depart Wednesday at 3 p.m.

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D ES E RT L AND SCA PE SC H OOL

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES Featuring : GUILLERMO PENALOSA Monday | Feb. 3 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Members: $20 | General Public: $25

Guillermo Penalosa shares his innovative vision to create vibrant cities and healthy communities for all. Hear him explore themes of sustainable mobility, urban parks, accessible public spaces, thriving bike-ways and more.

Are you a Desert Landscape School credential holder?

Current learners receive a special invitation to attend this event.

For more information, please contact aelliott@dbg.org

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Looking for advanced classes in landscaping and gardening?

Desert Landscape School offers certificate programs with specialized tracks to help you design and maintain your garden, start a new career, advance your current one or simply learn more about desert plants and sustainable gardening. We offer a variety of certificate programs throughout the year.

Desert Plant Palette Certificate Tuesdays | Jan. 7 – March 17 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Members: $259 | General Public: $324

Take advantage of the living library and learn to identify commonly used desert plants. Knowledgeable horticulturists guide how to make informed plant selections and placements.

Desert Design Certificate Thursdays | Jan. 9 - March 19 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Members: $299 | General Public: $374

Instructors guide students through the process of turning a dream into reality.

Crete a functional diagram, map out a preliminary design and finalize a master plan. Registrants must have previously earned the following certificates: Desert Plant Palette Certificate and Sustainable Desert Landscapes Certificate.

Sustainable Desert Landscapes Certificate Saturdays | Jan. 11 - March 21 | 10 a.m. - noon Members: $259 | General Public: $324

Garden experts offer hands-on lessons, covering soil, sustainable maintenance and practices, water harvesting and irrigation in real landscaping scenarios.

Desert Installation Saturdays | Jan. 18 - Feb. 15 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $319 | General Public: $399

In this five-week program, our experts guide you through the methods and progression of building a landscape.

Students will have the opportunity to install a landscape with City of Scottsdale’s Operation Fix It. Registrants must have previously earned the following certificates: Planting and Maintenance and Sustainable Desert Landscapes Certificate.

L I F ELO N G L E A R N I N G S TA R T S H E R E For more information: dbg.org/dls | education@dbg.org | 480.481.8171

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Registration and Cancellation Policies Member Discounts | Desert Botanical Garden members receive a 20% discount on many educational programs. Visit dbg.org/membership-benefits to become a member today.

Waitlist | Early registration is encouraged. Registering for a sold-out class places your name on a waitlist. If there are any cancellations or if demand generates additional sessions, those on our waitlist will be contacted. There is no obligation to register if a spot opens.

Class Cancellations | Desert Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden staff either by phone or email. We reserve the right to substitute any instructors in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Adult Education Program Policies

Age Requirements | Children under 10 may not attend. Ages 10-14 may attend adult education programs with an adult and both must pay fees. Those 15 and older may attend without an adult.

Registration and Confirmation | Register online at learn.dbg.org or call 480.941.1225.

For additional inquiries, refunds or cancellations, email registrar@dbg.org or call 480.481.8146 Monday through Thursday. You will receive a payment confirmation with your online order. Please bring this confirmation with you to the program as it is required for attendance.

Refund Policy | Refunds will not be issued for missed classes or cancellations less than two weeks’ notice. To receive a refund, you must send a written request at least 14 days before the scheduled date of your class or program. Please send your written request to registrar@dbg.org.

For more information call 480.481.8146. Note: Due to booking costs, Travel and Adventure class refunds are limited to 70% of the total price.

Children and Family Program Policies

Registration and Confirmation | Register online at learn.dbg.org. For additional inquiries, email lmarks@dbg.org or call 480.481.8123. For Girl Scouts email jbello@dbg.org. A waiver of liability is required for all children and family programs, excluding field trips.

Refund Policy | To receive a refund, you must send a written request at least 14 days before the scheduled date of your class or program. Please send your written request to lmarks@dbg.org or jbello@dbg.org.

Thank you to our Sonoran Desert Adventure Program Sponsors: The Arizona Republic,

Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona, Cox Charities, The Dorrance Family Foundation, the Herbert H. and Barbara C. Dow Foundation, Dye Family Foundation, the Ferry Family Foundation in Memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry, Freeport-McMoRan Foundation, The Fred Maytag Family Foundation, Season for Sharing and U.S. Bank Foundation.

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