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Tue, Dec 5, 2023 6:00 pm
Evergreen Holiday Wreaths - FULL
This class is now full. Please email edufford@cityofmadison.com to be put on the waitlist. Evergreen holiday wreaths smell wonderful and add charm to your winter decorating scheme. Learn how to decorate your own unique wreath with natural materials from Olbrich's gardens. Fresh evergreen wreath, plant materials, and other supplies provided to make one holiday wreath.
Adults
At Olbrich
Wed, Dec 6, 2023 9:30 am
Evergreen Holiday Wreaths - FULL
This class is now full. Please email edufford@cityofmadison.com to be put on the waitlist. Evergreen holiday wreaths smell wonderful and add charm to your winter decorating scheme. Learn how to decorate your own unique wreath with natural materials from Olbrich's gardens. Fresh evergreen wreath, plant materials, and other supplies provided to make one holiday wreath.
Adults
At Olbrich
Thu, Dec 7, 2023 6:00 pm
Natural Material Ornament Workshop
Feeling festive? Let your creativity flow while creating natural material ornaments - great gifts for the fellow gardener or nature-lover on your holiday list! Each participant will create ornaments to take home at the end of class. Start with a base of dried citrus, wood slice, or pinecone and build your ornament using dried flowers, seedpods and more! All materials are pre-harvested from Olbrich Gardens to create a one-of-a-kind, unique piece of art.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, Dec 9, 2023 2:00 pm
Wreath Making with Holiday Spices - CANCELED
Craft a small wreath that evokes the scents of the season, inspired by tropical plants growing in Olbrich’s Bolz Conservatory! Learn how to wire fresh greens to a wreath form, then decorate with whole spices and dried citrus slices. This project is perfect to set as a centerpiece with candles or to hang inside to dry in place. Gloves and jewelry pliers will be useful to bring to aid in twisting wire and all other supplies are provided.
Adults
At Olbrich
Thu, Jan 11, 2024 12:00 pm
Winter Writing Workshop (4-Week Series)
Writers, stay in shape this winter by exercising your creativity in a fun, supportive environment. This 4-week series is all about finding joy in the process of writing, without emphasis on a final product. In-class writing prompts incorporating music and the natural world will challenge writers of all levels to explore and find joy in the practice of writing. Together, we will slow down, enjoy the act of writing, and grow as writers.
Adults
At Olbrich
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 12:00 pm
(Virtual) Winter Sowing 101
Discover the secret to a thriving garden even in the chill of Winter. Join us for an enlightening Winter Sowing workshop, where you'll learn the art of sowing seeds outdoors during the Winter months without expensive equipment or constant management! This innovative technique takes advantage of the natural cold to kick start the germination process, ensuring robust and resilient plants come Spring.
Adults
Virtual
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 6:30 pm
Reading Group: Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell
Of Time and Turtles immerses readers in the delicate work, observed by Montgomery and Patterson, of protecting and rescuing sea turtles. It is a hopeful, optimistic blend of science, memoir, and philosophy that draws on cultures from around the world to create a compassionate portrait of turtles, the rescuers that work tirelessly for their welfare, and the future of their homes in the wild. 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. How much does this event cost? It's free! 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
At Olbrich
Thu, Jan 18, 2024 12:00 pm
Winter Writing Workshop (4-Week Series)
Writers, stay in shape this winter by exercising your creativity in a fun, supportive environment. This 4-week series is all about finding joy in the process of writing, without emphasis on a final product. In-class writing prompts incorporating music and the natural world will challenge writers of all levels to explore and find joy in the practice of writing. Together, we will slow down, enjoy the act of writing, and grow as writers.
Adults
At Olbrich
Fri, Jan 19, 2024 7:00 pm
Cocktails in the Conservatory
Stay-cation in the tropics! Sip botanically-inspired cocktails and groove to a variety of music spun by local DJs in Olbrich's Bolz Conservatory! All proceeds benefit the Gardens. Scroll for details on specific dates.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, Jan 20, 2024 1:00 pm
Snow Cap Blooms with Alcohol Inks
Learn how to create flowers with translucent white petals on organic alcohol ink backgrounds. You will leave with two 5x7 paintings matted to 8x10, ready to frame. This workshop is great for beginners, but those experienced with alcohol inks will be sure to pick up new tips and techniques. Ages 14 welcome. All supplies provided.
Adults
At Olbrich