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Wed, May 15, 2024 6:00 pm
Spring in the Woodland Garden Walk
Olbrich’s Woodland Garden puts on a spectacular spring floral show every year around this time, and you’re invited! Join Olbrich horticulturist Erin Presley as we look for bloodroot, trilliums, Virginia bluebells, Jack-in-the-pulpit, and other early bloomers, and might even spot a lady’s slipper. We will also talk about plants and creative ideas to extend the season of interest for your woodland garden throughout the entire year!
Adults
At Olbrich
Wed, May 15, 2024 6:30 pm
Reading Group: The Simplicity of Cider
Time to get into summer beach read mode with the charming novel, The Simplicity of Cider. This story features a prickly cider-maker whose routine is disrupted by the arrival of a handsome farm hand and his young son at her family’s orchard. Set in Door County, this book will have you ready to celebrate being home in Wisconsin. Participants are encouraged to read the selected book prior to the discussion. Books are not supplied but are available at Schumacher Library, partner libraries, and the Madison Public Library system. Ages 16 and up with an adult This discussion will be held at the UW Arboretum Visitor Center on Wednesday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m. Instructors: Eva Stefanski, Horticultural Librarian at Olbrich Botanical Gardens; Marian Farrior, Restoration Work Party Manager at UW Arboretum; Karen Dunn, Librarian at Steenbock Library
Adults
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Thu, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm
Wisconsin Butterflies Watercolor Class
In this class, you will learn how to paint four different types of butterflies found in the state of Wisconsin: a Monarch, a Giant Swallowtail, an Orange Sulphur, and a Red-Spotted Purple. During our 2 hour class, I will guide you step-by-step in painting this 5x7 inch painting. This class is perfect for beginners as your design is printed directly on your watercolor paper and all supplies are included. Learn to paint with professional, quality supplies!
Adults
At Olbrich
Thu, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm
Stretch, Strengthen and Grow with Essentrics! (5 week series)
Whether you are planting, digging, or weeding, your body needs to stay strong and mobile to prevent injuries. Join this 5-week series that will prepare your body for gardening season and make you feel your best! This no-impact practice will help your flexibility, range of motion, and improve posture by gently strengthening and stretching all your muscles and joints. This series is suitable for all levels.
Adults
At Olbrich
Fri, May 17, 2024 1:00 pm
The Romance of Roses
Roses dazzle, delight, and romance us in many ways. Fall in love with roses as we dive into the commonly available varieties as well as explore hardy heirlooms, species, and climbers. Learn basic culture and care, plus what rose to match with your space and expectations.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, May 18, 2024 1:00 pm
Beginner Homebrew Workshop
Want to learn more about beer brewing? The Wine and Hop Shop's homebrewing classes can be the perfect place to learn! During this two hour beginner homebrewing class, we will brew a beer together while discussing the entire brewing process from brewing to bottling, the ingredients and equipment utilized in brewing, a little of the chemistry behind it, and any questions you may have.
Adults
At Olbrich
Mon, May 20, 2024 5:00 pm
Yin Yoga and Meditation (3-Week Series)
This three week series will pair Yin yoga & meditation for a restorative and grounding practice. Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, yin yoga is a practice of postures performed primarily on the ground for an improvement in flexibility, increased function of the joints and connective tissues as well as an increased sense of energy and vitality in the body. The meditation portion of this class will be beginner-oriented and introduced within the postures of class.
Adults
At Olbrich
Mon, May 20, 2024 6:00 pm
Make your Own Bonsai Workshop (Monday)
The centuries-old art of bonsai is an exercise in patience, attention, and creativity. We will abbreviate the process by turning a container-grown nursery juniper into a living sculpture over the course of this class, with hands-on work on your very own tree. Bring a shallow 6-10” pot (or we’ll provide a plastic one) to take your tree home in, and gloves if you prefer.
Adults
At Olbrich
Tue, May 21, 2024 6:00 pm
Make your Own Bonsai Workshop (Tuesday)
The centuries-old art of bonsai is an exercise in patience, attention, and creativity. We will abbreviate the process by turning a container-grown nursery juniper into a living sculpture over the course of this class, with hands-on work on your very own tree. Bring a shallow 6-10” pot (or we’ll provide a plastic one) to take your tree home in, and gloves if you prefer.
Adults
At Olbrich
Wed, May 22, 2024 10:30 am
Chair Yoga (4-week series)
Chair yoga allows you to be guided through stretches and traditional yoga poses while seated and standing, using a chair as a home base. The chair serves as support to your foundation and allows these positions to be more accessible. Guidance through breath exercises and meditation will be a main component of this class to enhance your overall body awareness.
Adults
At Olbrich