(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join us to make beautiful clay bird and butterfly sculptures in the classroom just in time for Spring! We will visit our owl for inspiration and hopefully see some butterflies in our native plant garden. Ages 8 - 12
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Celebrate Earth Day with tiny “green grenades” of native herb, flower, and vegetable seeds that create pockets of beauty and habitats for pollinators in your garden! Come make your own seed bombs using colored paper and native wildflower seeds and take them home to plant in your garden or neighborhood.
(DC) (Hillwood) Create a romantic, vibrant arrangement featuring peonies to celebrate the lushness and beauty of the season. All materials are included. The completed arrangement will be approximately twelve inches wide. Payment is required in advance due to materials fees and is non-refundable. This program is limited to twelve people and must have a minimum of four participants to take ...
(DC) (Hillwood) Celebrate the season with a fun floral creation! Adorn your summer attire with a wearable wreath crafted of seasonal roses, zinnias, and more. As the crown will be made with fresh flowers, the piece will remain at its ideal freshness for about one or two days. All materials are included. Payment is required in advance due to materials fees ...
(DC) (Hillwood) The cutting garden in August is lush with blooms. A variety of colors and textures fill the garden beds. Dahlias, zinnias, celosia, sunflowers, gomphrena, salvia, and herbs are just some of the delights to select for your floral creations. In this virtual workshop, we will create a rustic and casual floral design using blooms from local flower farms ...
(DC) (Hillwood) The cutting garden in August is lush with blooms. A variety of colors and textures fill the garden beds. Dahlias, zinnias, celosia, sunflowers, gomphrena, salvia, and herbs are just some of the delights to select for your floral creations. In this virtual workshop with Hillwood's floral designer Ami Wilber, we will create a rustic and casual floral design ...
(DC) (Hillwood) The cutting garden in August is lush with blooms. A variety of colors and textures fill the garden beds. Dahlias, zinnias, celosia, sunflowers, gomphrena, salvia, and herbs are just some of the delights to select for your floral creations. In this workshop, we will create a rustic and casual floral design using blooms from local flower farms in ...
(DC) (Smithsonian Associates) Join an orchid care expert for a fun, informative evening about one of America’s favorite house plants. This class delves into the origins of our love for orchids, explains how they grow in their native environments, and provides beginner care instructions to keep your orchids blooming in your home. In a hands-on activity, learn how to repot ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Have you ever seen a beautiful flower and wished you could preserve it's imprint? Join An-Phuong Ly, textile artist to discover eco-printing, where pigment is transferred from plant to fabric. During this engaging demonstration and drop-in program, you will explore pre-treating the fiber so the pigment can remain lightfast, binding, and steaming the materials.
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Join Arrin Sutliff, Owner of Tint Floral to explore the art of dried floral wreath design. This drop-in demonstration will teach you how to handle delicate dried stems with wire to maintain their structure. You'll learn which summer flowers keep their color when dried and how to arrange them to make a beautiful wreath.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Fall is filled with festivities. Join us as we press fresh apple cider, make pumpkin bird feeders, create a scarecrow for your front yard, make creepy crafts, and go on a spooky skull hike. Make a scarecrow to decorate your yard. You supply the clothes and creativity and we will supply the straw and craft supplies.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Using all-natural items, we’ll use autumn materials to create a beautiful wreath. Materials provided, but bring any extra materials or special decorations you may wish to add. Teens ages 12 and up are welcome with a registered adult. Adults.
