Classes, Art
Full Introduction to Ikebana
$50 Non-Member / $40 Member Capacity 18 The Arizona chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana is offering an Introduction to Ikebana workshop. Students will learn about the philosophy and […]
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Classes, Gardening
How To Keep Your Trees Happy: What You Really Need to Know
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Capacity 24 Trees are awesome! They're also complex, long-lived, and not always forgiving to care for. It can be hard to tell good advice from bad. This 90-minute class will teach you key tree caregiving, what to cut and how to cut it, water requirements, when it's time to call […]
Classes, Gardening
Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
$40 Non-Member / $32 Member Capacity 18 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 will also discuss the many benefits of fungi to the garden and gardener alike. Participants will have the opportunity to create and […]
Classes, Gardening
The Heat-Proof Desert Garden
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Hotter summers and record-breaking temperatures are taking a toll on desert landscapes. In this class, horticulturist and author Noelle Johnson ("AZ Plant Lady") shares practical strategies for creating a heat-resilient garden. Learn how to identify signs of heat stress, simple strategies to reduce reflected heat around your home, and discover […]
Classes, Workshop
Full Sky Island FotoFauna: a 2-part Backyard Wildlife Camera Workshop (part 2)
Part 1 registration REQUIRED Part 1: Saturday, April 11Part 2: Saturday, May 2 Join Sky Island Alliance and the Tucson Botanical Gardens for a 2-part class on how to use motion-activated cameras to observe animals in your backyard and contribute to regional wildlife conservation efforts! In part one, participants will learn about conservation efforts by Sky Island […]
Classes, Art, Frida
Full Sacred Heart of Frida Kahlo: Ornament Workshop
$60 Non-Member / $48 Member Capacity 12 Frida Kahlo is an iconic Mexican artist who left behind so much beauty in her paintings and her amazing life story. In this class, you will decorate a small wooden portrait with decorative paper, acrylic paints, ribbons, and colorful sequins. You will learn about Frida's life and legacy. […]
Classes, Art
Mini Botanical Landscapes Workshop
$40 Non-Member / $32 Member Capacity 12 You will learn the process of making a small sculpture/montage from bits of nature and trinkets, honoring the shapes and colors of our […]
Classes, Nature & Ecology
Ferns and Their Allies
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Ferns and their relatives were once the dominant land plants on Earth and they still form important components of ecosystems around the world. In this class we explore the diversity and natural history of ferns, horsetails, and other plants known collectively as pteridophytes. Upcoming Classes
Classes, Wellness
Essential Oils for Summertime
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Capacity 18 From bug repellant to cooling sprays to sunburn, we’ll explore the top essential oils and tried and true recipes for the summer season. Each participant will make a project of their own to take home and use. Presented by certified aromatherapist Kerry Cummins of Catalina Aromatherapy. Upcoming Classes
Workshop, Classes
The Art of Ikebana: Ping Wei Workshop
$115 SACA Members / $135 non-members Registration is through SACA Welcome to our second workshop with Ping Wei! Bring the pieces made in our first workshop, or any appropriate vessels, […]
Classes, Gardening
Container Gardening with Less Water and Worry: Smarter Pots for Desert Heat
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Water is precious, and summers are long. In this new class, learn how to build water-wise container gardens that stay healthy with far less attention. […]
Classes, Art
Fused Glass Mosaic Painting: Ferns
$65 Non-Member / $52 Member Capacity 16 Paint a glass tile in the greens of ferns and enjoy greenery year ‘round. Or paint them brightly and appreciate the joy of […]
Classes, Gardening
Orchids in Tucson 101
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Capacity 18 Who hasn’t at one time or another bought or have been given an orchid in bloom, and once it has finished blooming wondered […]
Classes, Art
Just Add Water: A Complete Guide to Watering Desert Pots
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Plant failure is a common issue, and 95% of it is attributed to improper watering. If you’re a plant enthusiast, you’ve probably come across the question, “How to keep my plants alive in my desert pots?” Marylee Pangman, the expert in desert container gardening, will share watering methods that ensure […]
Classes, Art
Pressed Flower Framed Art Workshop
$120 Non-Member / $96 Member Class Capacity 15 Create your own pressed flower barrel cactus using carefully hand-picked Arizona leaves and blooms in this immersive, limited-seating workshop experience. You’ll design a striking botanical artwork using layered pressed florals that capture the essence of the desert in a fresh, modern way. All materials are included, featuring […]
