Classes, Gardening
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member If you are thinking about building a raised garden bed, this is the class for you! Michael Ismail, the owner of Thrive and Grow Gardens, will discuss the ins and outs of gardening in raised beds, sharing with you tips and tricks to make your raised garden bed project a […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to drawing and micro-pen techniques. Our muse? Ferns! We will explore a variety of ferns and then focus on one to create an illustration. The tools and techniques shared in this workshop are beneficial to drawing & studying botanical subjects on your own while […]
Classes, Gardening
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Cacti and other succulents add unique interest, low maintenance, and water savings to our outdoor spaces. However, the intense heat of summer creates challenges, even for these drought-tolerant plants. In this class, Noelle Johnson, aka 'AZ Plant Lady, ' will share the best growing strategies, from placement to watering, when […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Dive deeper into exploring essential oils by making your own Aromatherapy Journal. We will explore the folklore, modern uses and benefits of Sweet Orange, Lavender, Basil, Rosemary and Clary Sage essential oils. Participants will complete these entries in their Aromatherapy Journal folder and make an aromatherapy product to take home […]
Classes, Gardening
$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 […]
Classes, Art
$50 Non-Member / $40 Member The Arizona chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana is offering an Introduction to Ikebana workshop. Students will learn about the philosophy and art of Japanese flower arranging and create an arrangement. Vases and kenzan (frogs) will be available to borrow, and students will take the flowers home. Class Capacity […]
Classes, Nature & Ecology
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Salamanders are one of three groups of living amphibians. Arizona only has one native species, unfortunately, but other regions of North America have many. This class explores the wonderful and often hidden world of these remarkable animals. Upcoming Classes
Classes, Art
$50 Non-Member / $40 Member Assemble a gorgeous enamel butterfly necklace as a Mother’s Day gift or as a gift for yourself. Non-traditional stringing method adds visual interest and a sense of accomplishment for the finished product. No experience necessary. All materials and tools provided by the instructor. Class Capacity 14 - Register Early! Upcoming […]
Classes, Nature & Ecology
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Did a gray fox visit your backyard last night—or a bobcat? Is this track on the trail a coyote or a domestic dog? This two-hour class is an introduction to common mammal tracks in the Tucson area. Wildlife tracking is an invitation to stop, bend down, and look closely. Javelina […]
Classes, Gardening
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Dialing in your irrigation is the most important thing you can do in your landscape to get better results with your landscape plants, fruit trees, and veggies. It also is the key to saving money, and our most precious resource, water! Michael Ismail from Thrive and Grow Gardens, has been […]
Classes, Art
$40 Non-Member / $32 Member Participants will be guided through drawing an illustration that spotlights ecology of the Sonoran Desert with a natural history style, choosing from select pollinators and host plants (The addition of color using color pencils or watercolor is possible/optional depending on time.) Class Capacity 18 - Register Early! Instructed by Melinda […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member What’s in your First Aid kit or home medicine cabinet? Some essential oils provide natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and soothing effects making them simple remedies to have on hand. Learn which oils to use for different situations and how to apply them. Each participant will make their own First Aid spray […]
Did you know?
The Great Garden Express features an 8 ft. waterfall, Sky Island hoodoo rock formations, and missions of the Southwest.