LEARN Fall Catalog 2018

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How Desert Landscape School Works LEARN Experienced Garden horticulturists and landscape architects take you through a comprehensive learning journey, showing you the ropes of landscape design, installation and maintenance.

PRACTICE Fortify your newly acquired knowledge through practical, hands-on exercises at the Garden.

Receive guidance from our experts as your cohort provides feedback that helps build skill and confidence.

EARN Gain credibility when you complete all six Desert Landscape School certificates, and earn the credential. Distinguish yourself and promote your accomplishment with Desert Botanical Garden.

SHARE Become part of a community of practitioners who care about making sustainable choices in desert landscape design and maintenance.

Receive and offer practical advice in our discussion groups and events.

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DESERT LANDSCAPE SCHOOL

Looking for advanced classes in landscaping and gardening?

Desert Landscape School offers certificate programs with specialized tracks that help you design and maintain your garden, start a new career, advance your current one or simply learn more about desert plants and sustainable gardening. We offer a variety of certificate programs throughout the year.

Planting and Maintenance Certificate

Desert Plant Palette Certificate

Tuesdays | Sept. 4 – Nov. 13 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Members: $259 | General Public: $324

Saturdays | Sept. 8 – Nov. 17 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $259 | General Public: $324

After thoughtfully planning and selecting which plants fit your landscape design, it is crucial to know how to get them in the ground and keep them thriving. In this program, students get expert training in best practices for planting and pruning, as plenty of hands-on learning opportunities. Ideal for homeowners and professionals who plan to install and care for landscape plants in the desert, including how to diagnose and treat plant disorders.

Using the Garden as an outdoor classroom, take advantage of our living library to learn how to identify commonly used desert plants. Insightful horticulturists with deep knowledge of the Garden’s collection guide students through making informed plant selections and placements. Ideal for professionals and homeowners, this program is a building block for any desert landscaping or gardening project. Expect to learn about cactus, agaves, yuccas, trees, shrubs, vines, groundcovers, ornamental grasses and bulbs, herbaceous perennials and more.

Sustainable Desert Landscapes Certificate Thursdays | Sept. 6 – Nov. 15 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Members: $259 | General Public: $324 Whether you are redesigning an existing landscape or creating a new design, it is vital to have sustainability in mind and make use of rainwater and green building materials. Gain practical knowledge of desert soils, hydrology, horticulture and sustainable practices to start creating more resilient and environmentally responsible outdoor spaces. Garden experts offer hands-on lessons, covering water harvesting and irrigation in real-life landscaping scenarios that empower students to do it on their own with confidence.

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Planting Wildflowers

Drip Irrigation Design and Installation

Wednesday | Sept. 12 | 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Saturday | Sept. 22 | 9 a.m. - Noon Members: $35 | General Public: $44

For bountiful bouquets all spring, fall is the ideal time to plant annual wildflowers and herbaceous perennials in the arid Southwest. This program covers easy-to-grow wildflowers, soil preparation, how and when to water and other maintenance tasks, and includes demonstrations, followed by guided instruction on the Garden trails. Instructed by Angelica Elliott, program development manager at the Garden. Limit 20.

Lower your water bill—and help the planet—one drip at a time by designing an efficient drip irrigation system that you can modify as your plants grow and mature. Discover proper zones for plant materials, soils and microclimates, as well as how to maintain the system over time. We also discuss how to avoid many of the common mistakes associated with drip system design and installation.

Instructed by Jeff Lee. Limit 20.

Vegetable Gardening for Beginners

Sunday | Sept. 23 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Thursdays | Sept. 13, 20 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Your dream of garden-to-table dinners may be easier to achieve than you think. This class identifies the best vegetables to grow and the ideal time to plant them. Explore soil preparation, raised beds, container gardening, and how and when to water. Learn the 10 basic steps and planting times, according to local calendars, to help you add fresh vegetables to your meals. Instructed by Pam Perry. Limit 30.

Berry Gardening Sunday | Sept. 16 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 There is nothing like unwinding and indulging on fresh, mouthwatering berries picked straight from your own garden. Lucky for us, blackberries, strawberries and blueberries grow to perfection in our arid climate. Learn about site selection, soil and irrigation requirements, suitable varieties and other tips and techniques for growing these delicious, juicy fruits at home. Instructed by Jeff Ho. Limit 30.

Heirloom Tomatoes Monday | Sept. 17 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Taste the flavor burst from homegrown heirloom tomatoes, and you will never want to buy them from a store again. Join Carol Stuttard as she teaches you how to grow the best heirloom tomatoes for our low desert climate, including new varieties you may never have heard of and how to grow them yourself from seed. Limit 30.

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Vegetable Container Gardening

From the windowsill herb box to the patio tomato pot, container gardening can bring a bountiful harvest to those with spatial limitations. This step-by-step class weeds out the Southwest’s unique obstacles to growing edibles in containers and offers tips for choosing potting soil, watering, mulching and when and where seasonal greens grow best. Instructed by Liz Lonetti.

Limit 30.

Small Cactus for Small Gardens Monday | Sept. 24 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Bedecked with little flower crowns and covered with fuzzy hairs, small cactus can be hard not to pet. Fortunately, there are other ways to express our affection for cactus that thrive at small sizes. In this class, learn how to select these unique species and understand their soil, potting, watering and sunlight requirements. Instructed by Kenny Zelov, assistant director for landscape design and care at the Garden. Limit 30.

Landscape for Maintenance Wednesday | Sept. 26 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 The amount of maintenance that your landscape requires comes down to its design and the types of plants used.

Join “AZ Plant Lady” Noelle Johnson as she demonstrates tips and techniques for creating and maintaining a beautiful landscape that requires minimal upkeep, and learn quick fixes and how to avoid a few common mistakes. Limit 30.

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Landscape for Privacy

Beekeeping for Beginners

Thursday | Sept. 27 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Does your outdoor space feel a little too open?

Is there an unattractive view you would like to cover up? Learn how to create a sanctuary for family fun or personal peace using desert-adapted plants, trees and structural hardscape elements. Bring a photo of your challenge to the class for suggested ideas. Instructed

by Landscape Designer Marie White. Limit 20.

Saturday | Oct. 13 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Bees provide necessary pollination for many foods and flowers we love to grow and offer sweet stores of honey, but taking a plunge into home beekeeping can be a daunting endeavor. Join beekeeper Dan Punch to discover what the buzz around beekeeping is all about, and learn how to construct hives, harvest honey and where to buy honeybees. Limit 30.

Square-Foot Gardening Sunday | Sept. 30 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Square-foot gardening uses intensive planting methods to grow edible plants in a small area. Carol Stuttard guides you through this space-saving method of gardening that is perfect for people short on room and time, or anyone new to vegetable gardening. Discuss how to plan and lay out a square-foot garden, how much to plant and how to space your plants or seeds properly. Limit 30.

Lettuce Bowls Saturday | Oct. 6 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $60 Freshen up your next salad with crisp and wholesome homegrown lettuce. You will fill a 16-inch planter with a variety of heat-tolerant lettuce greens. The take-home planter will allow you to grow and harvest lettuce for up to three months. All materials included. Instructed by Gregory Ware. Limit 15.

Irrigation System Maintenance Saturday | Oct. 13 | 9 a.m. - Noon Members: $35 | General Public: $44 Your irrigation system is your landscape’s lifeline, so it is vital to keep it flowing. Learn about all three types of irrigation systems—drip, sprinklers and bubblers— and how to maximize efficiency, troubleshoot common system failures and perform simple repairs. Instructed

by Jeff Lee. Limit 20.

Cultivating Desert Roses: Adenium Saturday | Oct. 13 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Often called desert roses, the popular, sculptural plants in the Adenium genus sprout flowers that epitomize the desert’s beauty. They are fast and easy to grow—even in containers—if you know how to tend to their basic horticultural needs. Join Mark Dimmitt, a plant breeder specializing in Adenium, as he discusses their care, watering, light requirements, fertilization, overwintering and more. Limit 30.

Best Herbs Sunday | Oct. 14 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Not all herbs are equal under the harsh Arizona sun.

Join Liz Lonetti to learn the 15 best herbs to grow here in the low desert. These include must-have flavors for your kitchen garden, like rosemary, oregano, basil, sage and thyme. Learn how to get the freshest flavors while saving money by growing your own essential herbs and avoiding the top 10 mistakes people make in an herb garden. Limit 30.

Pruning Trees and Shrubs Sunday | Oct. 14 | 2 - 4 p.m. OR Sunday | Nov. 18 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Learn the basics of proper pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, three types of pruning cuts and common pruning mistakes. Class includes a pruning demonstration. Instructed by Luana Vargas, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist®. Limit 25. dbg.org/learn | 5

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Fall Vegetables

Growing Cactus from Seed

Monday | Oct. 15 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Tuesday | Oct. 30 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Seize the optimal conditions provided by autumn. Carol Stuttard teaches you how to grow your own healthy, organic fall vegetable garden. The class covers planning, soil preparation, varieties to plant and, most importantly, the right time to plant. Limit 30.

Heirloom Gardening

Growing cactus plants from seed is rewarding but requires patience and an observant eye. Join Doug Dawson as he shares his many years of seed-growing knowledge to learn the nuances of successful germination. Learn a technique he has developed for amateurs without greenhouses and those with limited time and space. Limit 20.

Thursday | Oct. 18 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38

Natural Desert Design

Heirloom plants provide flavorful produce year after year, making them the anchors of a reliable garden.

Identify the characteristics of varieties best suited for low desert gardens. Discover how having established heirlooms and trusty seeds guarantees a harvest as you experiment with more exotic choices as well.

Instructed by Pam Perry. Limit 30.

Fall Containers Tuesday | Oct. 23 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Join Carol Stuttard in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to use the key elements of design in container gardening. You supply the container, we supply the education, plants and soil, plus design tips and tricks to create a lovely container display. Additional materials list available with online listing. Limit 15.

Herbal Infusions Sunday | Oct. 28 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50 From tinctures to tonics, transform your homegrown herbs into beauty aids, nutrition boosters or gourmet teas. Handcraft your own herbal infusions from both dried and fresh plants as you learn how to source ingredients, create herbal formulas, and explore holistic health. Make your own samples to bring home and leave with your creations and the knowledge to make more for your friends and family. These make great gifts for any occasion. All materials included. Instructed by Liz Lonetti. Limit 20.

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Monday | Nov. 5 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 The Sonoran Desert is one of the most diverse and dramatic landscapes in the world. Learn how to create a nature-inspired landscape in your own yard by imitating elements of the natural desert. Landscape Designer Erin Hutton explores plants and simple landforms that mimic real conditions to create a beautiful desert garden that requires little water and maintenance. Limit 20.

Harvesting and Preserving Herbs Monday | Nov. 5 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Although we often harvest herbs fresh for immediate use, having a preserved backup stash is handy too. Learn to turn your herbs into value-added products like salts, sugars, vinegars, bouquets garnis, teas or other herbal mixes. Use traditional recipes, then modify them for your own taste. Instructed by Pam Perry. Limit 30.

Growing Orchids Tuesday | Nov. 6 | 3 - 5 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Orchids are unrivaled in their exquisite beauty and endless fascination. This class covers temperature, light, potting mixes, fertilizer, watering and other techniques for growing orchids, as well as varieties most likely to thrive indoors. Instructed by Bev Tall from the Desert Valley Orchid Society. Limit 30.

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HOME LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERIES

Outdoor Living Rooms Tuesday | Nov. 6 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Learn how to create “outdoor rooms� for personal relaxation retreats, multi-use spaces for entertaining, or family fun centers. Creative approaches will include desert-adapted plants and structural elements. Bring your wish list to get additional ideas. Instructed by Landscape Designer Marie White. Limit 20.

Container Gardening: Succulents Wednesday | Nov. 14 | Noon - 2 p.m.

Members: $35 | General Public: $44 Explore the basics of growing succulents in containers for your patio and garden. Learn how to select plant size, shape and color to create intriguing arrangements of pots that will decorate your patio and add drama to your garden. Hands-on practice, materials and demonstrations are included. Instructed by Starr Urbatsch, manager of the agavaceae, aloaceae and non-cactus succulent plant collections at the Garden.

Limit 20.

Bromeliads: Dyckia and Hechtia Thursday | Nov. 15 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $30 | General Public: $38 Often confused with agave, dyckia and hechtia are terrestrial bromeliads related to the pineapple. Learn how to incorporate these lovely plants into your garden and how to maintain them. Growing them in your landscape is easy, in the ground or in pots. Instructed

by Angelica Elliott, program development manager.

Limit 30.

This series walks you through each phase of designing the ideal landscape to complement your home in the Sonoran Desert, assigning relevant exercises along the way. You can use your own gardens for some of these exercises, whether you are creating a new landscape or renovating an existing one. Instructed by Landscape Architect Liza Blank. Limit 15.

PACKAGE DEAL: Register for both classes by Labor Day to receive a 10 percent discount.

Members: $108 | General Public: $135 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Home Landscape Design Basics I Mondays | Oct. 15, 22 | 6 - 8 p.m. OR Wednesdays | Oct. 17, 24 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 This interactive, studio format program guides you through basic design and provides a framework to create a new and enjoyable outdoor space, using different plant material and hardscape options.

This class is a prerequisite for Home Landscape Design Basics II.

Home Landscape Design Basics II Mondays | Nov. 5, 12 | 6 - 8 p.m. OR Wednesdays | Nov. 7, 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 This class builds on Home Landscape Design Basics I and further develops your landscape plan to prepare and guide you through appropriate methods and sequence of installing your design.

Home Landscape Design Basics I is a prerequisite for this class.

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SKETCHUP ® PRO LANDSCAPE DESIGN SketchUp® Pro is a powerful 3D modeling software that accurately builds 3D landscape designs With proper guidance, SketchUp ® is easy to use and will help you conceptualize the landscape of your dreams. These introductory classes use the Garden’s digital classroom to guide you through the features of SketchUp®. Students need a basic working knowledge of computers and landscape design. Instructed by Landscape Designer Erin Hutton. Limit 15.

PACKAGE DEAL: Register for all three classes by Labor Day to receive a 10 percent discount.

Members: $144 | General Public: $180

Wednesday | Oct. 24 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Enhance your SketchUp ® skills by designing a landscape using advanced settings and tool bars.

Topics include creating a base plan by importing aerial photos and using measurements, producing a concept plan and modeling landscape elements such as hardscapes, materials and styles. SketchUp ®: Getting Started is a prerequisite for this class.

Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

SketchUp®: Getting Started Wednesday | Oct. 17 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $50 | General Public: $63

SketchUp ®: Advanced Studio

In this interactive program, learn how to use SketchUp’s basic functions, including file handling, drawing tools, viewing options and organizational tools to create a simple 3D model. SketchUp®: Getting Started is a prerequisite for SketchUp®: Next Steps. ®

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SketchUp ®: Next Steps

Wednesday | Oct. 31 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Get into professional-level designing with SketchUp®.

Learn to hone in on small details and tackle larger design problems as you finalize your digital landscape blueprints. SketchUp®: Getting Started and Next steps is a prerequisite for this class.

G ARDE NIN G AR T S Macramé Plant Hanger Monday and Wednesday | Nov. 12, 14 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $90 | General Public: $113 Learn how to tie basic knots to create a macramé plant hanger that will bring a light, airy texture to your living space. In this class, you will weave a modern macramé plant hanger using rope strung with different assortments of beads. This woven plant hanger measures 68 inches long. Use the plant hanger to hold your favorite pot of succulents or houseplants. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 12.

Pinot and Petals Friday | Nov. 16 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $115 | General Public: $143 Let the inspiration flow as you join Lynn Reves for an uncorked evening of sipping wine, tasting cheese and arranging flowers. Learn the ins and outs to create an original floral arrangement while enjoying the relaxing outdoor Garden setting at sunset. Must be at least 21 to attend. All materials included. Limit 15.

Succulent Tree Saturday | Dec. 1 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $70 | General Public: $88

Indian Corn Wreath Saturday | Sept. 8 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Add a bit of fall tradition to your home or office with an Indian corn wreath. Colorful and long lasting, Indian corn makes a striking wreath that is easy to assembly.

All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves.

Limit 15.

Handcraft your own holiday decoration or handmade gift by creating a living succulent tree. Lynn Reves demonstrates how to adhere succulent cuttings to a tree frame to create a festive tabletop decoration for the holiday season. All materials included. Participants are encouraged to bring small items to decorate for a personalized touch. Limit 15.

Simple Frame Succulents Saturday | Sept. 15 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $70 | General Public: $88 Join us to create hexagonal succulent planters inspired by the cell shape of beehives. This sweet little planter is great for the tabletop, wall or as a free-hanging drop planter. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

Chile Ristras Monday | Oct. 29 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $93 Discover the artistic potential of the chiles that inform the Southwest diet and its cultural aesthetic.

String peppers to create your own hanging ristra strand, and discover how to take advantage of the desert climate to dry your hanging peppers for beautiful, long-lasting decorations. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15. dbg.org/learn | 9

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iPHONE® AND iPAD ® PHOTOGRAPHY Learn how to take your iPhone ® or iPad ® photography to the next level. Explore tools and techniques to take creative, high-quality photos.

Instructed by Ashley Lowery. Limit 15.

Getting Started Wednesday | Sept. 5 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. OR Saturday | Oct. 13 | Noon - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 The best camera is often the one you have with you when something spectacular happens right before your eyes. Learn how to stabilize, hold and shoot using your iPhone® or iPad®, and choose the best apps for mobile photography and editing.

Next Steps Saturday | Sept. 15 | 9 a.m. - Noon OR Sunday | Oct. 28 | Noon - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Continue to build your iPhone® and iPad® photography skills to create better photos using a range of settings.

Learn how to improve your smart-device photography and editing techniques with different lighting scenarios and compositions. Then experiment with creative touches to “finish” your photos. Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

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Nighttime Monday | Oct. 15 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50 Nighttime brings out a different set of creatures, candid moments and, unfortunately, new photography challenges. Learn the essential techniques that will erase the graininess from iPhone ® or iPad ® photos taken in dark settings and produce stunning results.

Explore lighting, exposure levels and the best apps for nighttime photography. Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

Video Tuesday | Oct. 16 | 6 - 8 p.m. OR Tuesday | Oct. 30 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Take advantage of the stellar video features of your iPhone® or iPad® to become a mobile cinematographer.

In this program, you will use the sights and sounds of the Garden’s Electric Desert exhibition as a muse as you learn to create artistic videos and master skills to capture all sorts of memorable events. Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

Editing Monday | Nov. 5 | 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $45 | General Public: $56 Tweak your photos to perfection with the editing app Snapseed® on your iPhone® or iPad ®. Ashley Lowery will walk you through the amazing transformations you can make with the touch of your finger. Students should download the free app Snapseed® onto device before class.

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ® ELEMENTS Learn how to organize and add creative touches to your photos using Photoshop® Elements.

Instructed by Robert McBride. Limit 12.

PACKAGE DEAL: Register for all three classes by

Next Steps

Labor Day to receive a 10 percent discount.

Thursday | Sept. 20 | 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $55 | General Public: $69

Members: $149 | General Public: $186 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop ® Elements Thursday | Sept. 13 | 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $55 | General Public: $69 Use the Garden’s digital classroom to explore Adobe Photoshop® Elements, a handy software toolbox that all beginner photographers should know how to use.

Upload images from your camera and memory card, review and select individual images, and sort, organize, enhance and share photos. Topics include use of tools, palettes and image manipulation. Students need a basic working knowledge of computers. Windows®based, but Mac® users are welcome.

Unlock the editing and organizing power of the more advanced Adobe Photoshop® Elements Editor. Topics include the use of layers, selections and tools to take images to the next level. Students need a basic working knowledge of computers. Windows ®- based, but Mac® users are welcome.

Finishing Touches Thursday | Sept. 27 | 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $55 | General Public: $69 Build on your editing skills to start producing sophisticated, professional-quality prints and digital images that you will be proud to share. Focus on how to use the more advanced Editor workspace to finetune your images, fix exposure problems and add creative touches to finish your photos. Students need a basic working knowledge of computers. Windows®based, but Mac® users are welcome.

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Artistic Photography

Electric Desert Photography

Monday | Sept. 24 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Monday | Oct. 15 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. OR Tuesday | Nov. 6 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Lisa Langell helps intermediate photographers gain new skills with lenses, light, settings and more to capture images that are more artistic, creative, emotionally evocative and inspiring. Discover how to photograph wildlife beautifully without a telephoto lens, key composition techniques for an added “wow factor,” new ways of using natural light and how to see and seize the moment in an imaginative image. Participants should have a working knowledge of their camera operation modes and settings. Limit 12.

Understanding Your Camera Sunday | Oct. 14 | 1 - 5 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Your camera’s many buttons and dials might recall an airplane cockpit, but with a little guidance, your confidence using them will soar. Learn about different features, functions and proper setup to create perfectly exposed photographs, with balanced shutter speeds, apertures and ISO. Learn how to use your newly acquired photography skills by practicing at the Garden. Participants should bring DSLR camera and manual. Instructed by Robert McBride. Limit 12.

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Learn to capture the intriguing nuances and depths of your favorite landscapes at nightfall. Robert McBride guides you through your camera’s settings for reducing grain and maximizing subtle light sources. As a bonus, this timely class also includes practice shooting the artistic light displays in the Electric Desert exhibition. Limit 10.

Photography Foundations Wednesday | Oct. 17 | 3 - 7 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Tracy Battaglia guides you through simple exercises to begin mastering a perfect exposure while shooting manually. Forget auto-settings and learn her three pillars technique. Tracy will show you how to understand and use your aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Understanding these elements, their functions and how they work together is important to achieve your photography goals. All DSLR photographers welcome.

Students should have a working knowledge of their camera settings. Some photography practice in the Garden is included. Limit 10.

Samsung Galaxy® Smartphone Photography Thursday | Nov. 1 | 5 - 8 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Go beyond the basics of your Samsung Galaxy® smartphone by unlocking the hidden potential of advanced features to create stunning nature photographs with a few swipes of your thumb.

Learn to compose, crop and edit in a variety of apps to enhance your photos and develop your own artistic style. Participants should bring their Samsung Galaxy ® S5-S8 smartphone, plus charging cable or backup battery. Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

Students should download the free Snapseed® and Instagram apps onto device before class.

Instructed by Lori A. Johnson. Limit 12.

Portrait Photography Monday | Nov. 12 | 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63

Motion Photography Wednesday | Oct. 17 | 6 - 9 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Discover how to capture motion in your photos, using the Garden’s new exhibition Electric Desert as your muse. Joanne West discusses basic shooting techniques for freezing action, creating blur and how to deal with moving subjects creatively. You will examine the importance of focus, shutter speeds and how proper equipment is essential for taking great action shots.

This class is open to all digital or mirrorless camera owners. All photography levels welcome, but students should have working knowledge of basic camera settings. Tripod recommended. Limit 12.

Painting Electric Desert

Capturing an expression or mood and framing it perfectly in a natural setting can be both challenging and rewarding. Although the common problems associated with long exposures have vanished with modern cameras, there are still tricks of the trade utilized to create iconic portraits of your favorite people. All photography levels welcome, but students should have working knowledge of basic camera settings. Participants should bring DSLR or mirrorless camera and a zoom lens that covers mid-range to telephoto is recommended. Instructed by Joanne West. Limit 12.

Travel Photography Wednesday | Nov. 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50 Learn to document your next travel adventure like a pro. Discover which equipment will get the job done without taking up valuable space in your luggage. With Robert McBride’s world-wise guidance, you will head into your next trip with new skills and a more artful eye. Limit 12.

Thursday | Oct. 18 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Create unique photographs through light painting using the Garden’s Electric Desert as inspiration. Join Ashley Lowery to learn ways the exhibition’s wild lightshow can become photographic brushstrokes through long exposures. Class time will be spent in the Garden, where participants will “paint” the desert scene and plants with light. For DSLR cameras with a tripod only. This class is designed for beginner-level photographers and no prior experience is required.

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ANTELOPE CANYON AND HORSESHOE BEND PHOTOGRAPHY EARLY BIRD RATE: Register for this program by Labor Day to save $100!

Members: $1,599 | General Public: $1,999 Offer expires Sept. 4.

Friday - Sunday | Oct. 26 - 28 Members: $1,699 | General Public: $2,124 Be inspired with amazing views from the Little Colorado River Gorge and get professional photography advice to capture the stunning beauty of Horseshoe Bend.

Celebrated for her photography skill and instruction, Joanne West guides you on this trip, sharing her techniques to render the perfect picture. Enjoy a boat ride through the lower end of Lake Powell, and marvel at Rainbow Bridge National Monument—the largest natural arch in the U.S. Brace yourself for awe-inspiring views as you wind through Antelope Canyon’s “corkscrew” and slot canyons. Join us on a journey to the photogenic wilds of Arizona and cross off a few bucket-list landmarks along the way. Open to all camera owners, including cell phone cameras. Participants must be able to walk at least two miles at high elevation on uneven terrain.

Limit 16.

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Three-day trip includes: • Round-trip transportation from the Garden • Expert photographer advice • Professional guide services • Meals during the program • Lodging for two nights at Lake Powell Resort and Marina Not included: • Personal expenses • Alcoholic beverages

PHOTOGRAPHING TOMBSTONE PACKAGE DEAL: Register for both classes by Labor Day to receive an exclusive 10 percent discount.

Members: $215 | General Public: $268 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Tombstone: An Introduction

Tombstone: In the Field

Wednesday | Nov. 7 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50

Friday | Nov. 9 | 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Members: $199 | General Public: $248

From boom and bust to point and shoot, the old silver mining town of Tombstone has appreciated into a photographic goldmine. Renowned for its appearances in Westerns, Tombstone offers a preserved historical aesthetic found nowhere else in the Southwest. Learn a bit about its storied past and what to look for when you visit. Limit 12.

Make like a Wild West gunslinger as you shoot Tombstone up and down with your camera of choice.

Explore the historic town with one finger on the shutter release, ready to quick draw at the spur of the moment as reenactors spring to life like ghosts from the past. And partner, make sure you have plenty of film or memory cards so you can get in plenty of shots on both sides of high noon. This is an offsite program, and transportation from the Garden is included. Lunch not included. Limit 10.

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PHOTO G R APH Y AND AR T DIGITAL DESERT PHOTOGRAPHY Take guided steps to photographic excellence using digital cameras. See the desert transform into a canvas for your personal creativity as you hone your eye and master your camera’s many functions. Instructed by Joanne West. Limit 12.

PACKAGE DEAL: Register for Getting Started and Next Steps by Labor Day to receive a 15 percent discount.

Members: $128 | General Public: $160 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Getting Started Saturday and Monday | Sept. 8, 10 Saturday | 1 - 5 p.m. | Monday | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $94 This two-session introductory class is ideal for those who are new to digital photography or simply interested in learning about camera settings and when to use them. Joanne West covers basic camera functions and controls, exposure techniques, shooting modes, basic composition and tips on how to create better-looking images. Open to all digital or mirrorless camera owners.

Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

Next Steps Saturday and Tuesday | Sept. 22, 25 Saturday | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Tuesday | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $94 Learn to take your camera off automatic and use the more advanced creative exposure settings to produce compelling photographs. Topics include advanced exposure techniques, metering, how to achieve sharp focus and merge technical and creative aspects of photography. While all digital or mirrorless camera owners are welcome, this class is most appropriate for DSLR cameras. Some photography practice in the Garden is included.

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MASTERING THE TOOLS OF PHOTOGRAPHY When that picture-perfect moment happens, you need light, exposure, composition and timing to come together at once. Mastering the appropriate use of your camera’s tools ensures success in every situation. As your camera knowledge and environmental awareness become second nature, you will start to see compelling results in every frame you shoot. The Mastering Series is recommended for DSLR camera owners only. Instructed by Robert McBride. Limit 12.

PACKAGE DEAL: Register for all three classes

by Labor Day to receive a 15 percent discount.

Members: $153 | General Public: $191 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Mastering Exposure Monday | Oct. 15 | 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Establishing a correct exposure involves much more than simply setting your ISO, shutter speed and aperture.

This class examines your camera’s various shooting modes and why different metering systems produce better results under varying conditions. Discuss how to ensure the accuracy of every exposure using the digital camera’s histograms and highlight alert.

Participants should bring DSLR camera and manual.

The Secret of Lighting Monday| Oct. 22 | 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Let there be light, the essential ingredient in all photography. Light is too often unknown, unstudied and abused by today’s photographers. This class covers the most important aspects of light and how it can be used to turn snapshots into stunning photos.

Participants should bring DSLR camera and manual.

Mastering Exposure is a prerequisite for this class.

Composition Monday | Nov. 5 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $60 | General Public: $75 Where to stand? What to crop? How to focus?

Composition consists of answering these tough questions. Examine the rules for composing a photograph and how they work in unison with exposure and subject selection to produce visually compelling images. Participants should bring DSLR camera, tripod, cable or remote shutter release and three to five printed photos for class discussion.

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Botanical Illustration: Boojum and Relatives

Birds in Watercolor

Sundays | Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30 | Noon - 4 p.m.

Members: $138 | General Public: $173

Mondays | Sept. 17, 24, Oct. 1 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $90 | General Public: $113

Among the plant forms and shapes in the Garden’s collection, members of the ocotillo family offer some of the most eclectic subjects for training with watercolor paints and pencils, and pen and ink.

Botanical illustrator Katherine Calllingham guides you from start to finish as you create accurate botanical illustrations of boojum trees and close relatives. Through a variety of exercises and outdoor sessions, you will develop your own style and skills to become a botanical artist. All skill levels welcome, but class is best suited to those with some prior drawing skills. Additional required materials available with online listing. Limit 15.

Watch your skills with watercolors soar as you learn to express the movement and character of local birds.

From birds of prey to hummingbirds, explore different styles of watercolor painting to capture personality and traits of our feathered friends. Additional required materials available with online listing. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

Wire-Wrapped Pendant

Explore the art of poster design, starting by looking at the rich history of posters, and discussing what makes a poster eye-catching and memorable. Then create your own posters, drawing on cactus and succulents from the Garden for inspiration. Practice composition, color palettes and hand-lettering techniques in a thumbnail sketch, then trace it onto a frame-worthy illustration board with pen, ink and gouache. All materials included. Instructed by Joan Waters. Limit 12.

Wednesday | Sept. 12 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $59 | General Public: $74 Learn how to turn polished stone shapes into mini works of art by wrapping them in wire patterns.

Design the correct way to build a base structure from wire to hold the shaped stone in place.

Students learn different wrapping techniques with a variety of stone cabochons. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 12.

Textured Watercolor Saturday | Sept. 15 | Noon - 4 p.m.

Members: $69 | General Public: $86 We value watercolors for their limitless ability to blend into flowing color gradients, but few explore their potential for mimicking natural textures.

Learn tips and tricks from Lisa MacNamara to give your watercolor paintings new depths and nuanced surfaces. Additional required materials available with online listing. Limit 12.

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Poster Art Wednesday and Saturday | Sept. 26, 29 Wednesday | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $140 | General Public: $175

Coiled Agate Basket Saturday and Sunday | Sept. 29, 30 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $180 | General Public: $225 Spend two days with Sue Brogdon, learning how to weave a coiled basket. This pine needle coiled basket features a Brazilian agate and beads. You will be weaving with longleaf pine needles and wire. Seal the completed basket with a beeswax-paraffin sealant, and then learn to encase agates and other minerals in resin.

All materials included. Participants will receive a precleaned gourd. Limit 15.

Modern Bird Illustration

Desert Bracelet

Sunday | Oct. 7 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $56 | General Public: $70

Wednesday | Oct. 24 | | 4 - 8 p.m.

Members: $75 | General Public: $94

Create stunning depictions of Southwestern birds and animals in the style of American modernist and renowned illustrator Charley Harper, acclaimed for his simplified graphics and witty images of nature. Students will explore how to combine shapes, patterns and color to capture the essence of nature. All materials included.

Instructed by Devon Meyer. Limit 15.

Bracelets made with cord can be fashionable as well as functional. Learn to make three different styles of bracelets by tying various types of knots. We will make styles that are adjustable, made with clip closures and a toggle style. Personalize your bracelet with handmade desert-inspired beads. All skill levels welcome and all materials included. Instructed by Julie Blankenship. Limit 10.

Calavera Mask

Sun Mosaic

Sunday | Oct. 14 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Members: $55 | General Public: $69

Thursday | Oct. 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Members: $110 | General Public: $138

Aztecs viewed skulls as positive symbols, not only of death, but also of rebirth. Join Cindy Kovack as she teaches traditional skull-portrait painting techniques on a skull-shaped mask. Students receive specific design instructions as they draw and paint on their own masks, apply acrylic paint, and coordinate colors to make an outstanding design. The finished mask can decorate a wall or be worn during the DĂ­a de las Muertos festivities.

All materials included. Limit 10.

Celebrate the sun with a custom mosaic made of bright porcelain and glass tiles arranged in flaming tendrils. Join us to discover the joy of mosaics through designing an 11x14-inch mosaic panel, featuring the sun as a focal point. Learn nipping and fitting techniques related to both mosaic mediums while immersing yourself into this project. All materials included with class attendance. Instructed

by David Jarvinen. Limit 12.

Watercolor Brush Lettering Origami Garden Tuesday | Oct. 16 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50 Discover the ancient Japanese art of origami, or intricate paper folding, with a modern twist. Create beautiful garden flowers and plants using colorful, imported Japanese origami papers. These origami flowers and plants make a lovely decoration or a special handmade gift. All materials included. Instructed by Doris Asano.

Limit 15.

Wednesday | Nov. 7 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $70 | General Public: $88 Create your next poster, sign or lettering project using the flexible flows of watercolors. Learn how to use your brush to create fluid strokes for lettering.

This class starts with basic watercolor techniques like color mixing, brush work and materials. Watch your creativity and passion grow as you experiment with this fun, creative outlet and produce a word or phrase bursting with prismatic color. All skill levels welcome and all materials included. Instructed by Rachel Eskandari. Limit 12. dbg.org/learn | 19

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Sculpted Lizard Gourds Sunday | Nov. 18 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Members: $99 | General Public: $123 Build on your childhood skills of rolling snakes out of clay, using air-dried clay to sculpt a lizard on a gourd.

Apply a finish to your gourd surface, then add a design and paint your lizard. Leave with a unique, finished piece of gourd art to decorate your home or give as a gift.

All materials included. Instructed by Gail Aubel. Limit 12.

The Art of Stippling Mondays | Nov. 19, 26, Dec. 3 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $86 | General Public: $108 Desert animals are wonderful subjects for learning the technique of stippling, also known as pointillism. A form of shading, stippling uses small dots in various patterns and densities to establish texture and light gradients in a drawing. The class will cover drawing basics and a variety of stippling techniques. Additional required materials list available with online listing. Instructed by Devon Meyer.

Limit 15.

Mosaic Ornaments Tuesday | Dec. 4 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Members: $86 | General Public: $108 Transform desert motifs into a set of three mosaic ornaments with mosaic artist David Jarvinen. Design and create your very own prickly pear, cowboy boot and chili pepper using glass tiles on a ceramic base. These ornaments make unique gifts or add a glittering splash of Southwest charm to your home. All materials included with class attendance. Limit 12.

Cholla Earrings Sunday | Dec. 9 | Noon - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 | General Public: $63 Learn how to create earrings from lightweight, lacy cholla plant skeletons. Students sand and stain the beautifully aged woody parts of the cholla plant and embellish them with beads. These earrings make a great holiday gift for yourself or someone special.

No jewelry experience is necessary, but the project does require the ability to use pliers. All materials included. Instructed by Shari Keith. Limit 15.

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IMPASTO Play with texture, light and color while gaining new skills in the classic painting technique made famous by Europe’s renowned Impressionists.

PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase Impasto: An Introduction and Flowers in Impasto as a package by Labor Day to receive an exclusive 10 percent discount.

Members: $188 | General Public: $235 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Impasto: An Introduction Tuesday and Thursday | Oct. 16 , 18 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $99 | General Public: $124 Made famous by the likes of Vincent van Gogh, the impressionistic style of impasto painting layers colors on the canvas to portray the feeling of the moment. Learn to let your brush and palette knife marks stand out as you apply paint as a thick paste to create a rich, textured surface. Spend two days with artist Cheryl Fecht as she guides you through a step-by-step process to create your own Impressionist work of art. All materials included.

Limit 12.

Flowers in Impasto Thursdays | Nov. 1, 8, 15 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $110 | General Public: $138 Create works that capture delicate and brightly colored desert flowers, an ideal subject for impasto artwork. Explore various impasto techniques used to create textures, building on skills learned in Impasto: An Introduction. Additional required materials list available with online listing.

Instructed by Cheryl Fecht. Limit 12.

C OOKIN G AND WE LLNE S S Aging Well Monday | Sept. 17 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

MINDFULNESS AT THE GARDEN PACKAGE DEAL: Receive a $20 discount when you register for all of the classes in each series by Labor Day. Each package includes seven sessions for only: Members: $78 | General Public: $98 Price per package Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Sunrise Yoga Sundays | Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 28, Nov. 18 8 - 9 a.m.

Members: $14 | General Public: $18 Price per session Reap the holistic benefits of deep breathing and supported floor postures, and greet the coming week feeling limber, centered and energized.

All levels welcome. This class is held outdoors; please dress appropriately for the weather.

Instructed by Urban Yoga and Wellness. Limit 30.

Sundown Yoga Wednesday | Sept. 19, Oct. 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21 4 - 5 p.m.

Members: $14 | General Public: $18 Price per session Be quietly guided as you expand your consciousness and listen to the sounds of the Garden in the sunlit warmth of the early evening. All levels welcome.

This class is held outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Urban Yoga and Wellness. Limit 30.

Sunrise Tai Chi Tuesdays | Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6 and 13 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.

Members: $14 | General Public: $18 Price per session

Join Dr. Christy Alexon to find out why eating right may be the key to aging right, too. This class focuses on food and lifestyle habits to manage our central concerns surrounding aging. Participants learn the essential components of an anti-aging diet and how to incorporate these into a meal plan for improved longevity and quality of life. Limit 30.

Mesoamerican and South American Oils Saturday | Oct. 6 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $40 | General Public: $50 Join Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz in this introduction to the essential oils of Mesoamerica and South America, focusing on aromatics that have been used for generations in healing and ceremony. Experience essential oils, woods, resins and more, and create your own personalized calming blend to take home. All materials included.

Limit 12.

Train Your Brain: Rejuvenation Tuesday | Oct. 23 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $58 | General Public: $73 Rediscover the lost art of rejuvenation through a mix of modern science and time-honored lifestyle choices.

Learn to freeze your body’s physical decline and boost cognitive health as Phyllis Strupp discusses topics, including telomeres, gut bacteria, neuroplasticity, vagal tone and the power of positive mindsets. You will take away a Personal Rejuvenation Plan to get better with age from the inside out. Class includes a copy of the book “Better with Age: The Ultimate Guide to Brain Training.”

Limit 20.

Spa Kit Saturday | Dec. 8 | 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $65 | General Public: $81 Learn about the different types of botanicals and oils that create luxurious botanical clay masks, a stress-relieving foot soak and sugar scrubs. Learn how to package them for gifts and create tags just in time for the holidays. Take away recipes for different natural and preservative-free masks, scrubs and soaks so you can replicate these spa treats at home. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 12.

Tai Chi improves breathing, reduces stress and stimulates the mind, promoting longevity and good health. All levels welcome. This class is held outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather. Instructed by Yuri Grevstev. Limit 30. dbg.org/learn | 21

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All cooking classes in this series are demonstrationonly, and participants enjoy a bountiful taste of each recipe shared by our chefs.

The Art of Mole Tuesday | Sept. 4 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Learn to make mole from scratch with Chef Maria Cano as she toasts chilies, whole spices and other fresh ingredients, then simmers them into flavorful mole poblano. Taste the diversity of moles, including mole dulce, pipian rojo and mole verde. Limit 12.

Cast Iron Cooking Wednesday | Sept. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Learn new skills on how to cook with a cast iron.

Chef Terri Milligan will whip up smoked paprika and herb chicken thighs with Moroccan-inspired chickpeas, sweet potato hash and basted eggs, and for dessert a salted caramel chocolate chip cookie.

Limit 12.

Vegetable-Forward Cuisine Saturday | Sept. 15 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Starchy carbs might be filling, but they often leave our bodies over-sugared and under-nourished. Cut out these excess sugars by adding a serving of fibrous, nutritional vegetables to your next meal. Learn a few new carb-free sides and main courses from Chef Maggie Norris. Limit 12.

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Homemade Power Bars Saturday | Sept. 29 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Watch and taste as Teresa Hansen packs wholesome ingredients into a flavorful bar designed to propel you through the day. Learn which grains, nuts and fruits to combine for the right balance of nutrition and flavor.

Perfect for breakfast on the go or as victory victuals on a mountain summit, these bars beg to be baked in big batches. Limit 12.

The Art of Meatballs Tuesday | Oct. 9 | 4 - 6 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 There’s no pasta party without the belle of the ball— the spicy meatball. Maggie Norris demonstrates how to load your meatballs with herbal flavors that will explode across the plate. Bear witness to a mouthwatering marriage of meat and marinara. Limit 12.

Corn Tamales Saturday | Oct. 13 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Maize, or corn, has been an integral part of the diets of Southwest peoples since ancient times. Chef Maria Cano discusses culture and cuisine, using blue corn, a traditional staple, as an example. Learn how to make corn tamales with calabacitas, a dish consisting of seasonal squash and sweet corn, and New Mexican red chile sauce. Limit 12.

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Pho Sunday | Oct. 14 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 When waves of Vietnamese people came to the United States through the past century, they brought their national noodle dish: pho. Loaded with veggies and herbs, the noodle soup packs a dynamic flavor profile full of nuances to savor. Study one recipe’s simple steps and find places where you can improvise and spice up your own bowls at home. Instructed by Maria Cano.

Limit 12.

Dairy-free Recipes Wednesday | Oct. 17 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Whether you are lactose intolerant or simply looking to bypass nonessential fats, you can learn to make your favorite meals with excellent dairy substitutes. From dairy-mimicking products like Veganaise to cheese workarounds like nutritional yeast, there is a trove of tricks for keeping dishes rich and creamy without the cow. Instructed by Maggie Norris. Limit 12.

Vegetarian Peruvian Tuesday | Oct. 23 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Peruvian dishes are diverse and unexpected. The food is underpinned by Incan origins, which are still evident today, particularly in the use of corn, potatoes and chiles. Chef Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz discusses various dishes influenced by centuries of immigration from other cultures that have all played a part in what we now know as Peruvian food. Demonstrations in this class include chicha morada, papa a la HuancaĂ­na and ceviche de mango. Limit 12.

Cooking with Exotic Fruits Sunday | Oct. 28 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 You have seen these strange-looking fruits as you stroll down the aisle of your local specialty food store, but you probably have no idea what to do with them. Tempt your palate with the unusual flavors of dragon fruit, lychee, jackfruit and more. Chef Terri Milligan prepares jackfruit Vietnamese summer rolls with hoisin peanut sauce, lychee paneer tikka masala with cilantro and basil, a dragon fruit coconut milk smoothie plus an additional recipe based on seasonal exotic fruits Chef Terri finds at the market! Limit 12.

Gourmet Squash Tuesday | Oct. 30 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 The appearance of colorful autumn squash at local farmers markets is a sure sign fall is here. Chef Terri Milligan discusses the many types of autumn squash, including how to select, prepare and store them. Learn to create roasted winter squash and ginger pear bisque; autumn salad with maple roasted squash; quinoa and kale with a pumpkin seed vinaigrette; and an ancient grain, wild rice and dried fruit stuffed autumn squash. Limit 12.

Tradition Through Tamales Tuesday | Nov. 6 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Tamales exemplify the culture and tradition that shaped modern Mexican cuisine. To this day, the tamale is a seasonal dish that brings back memories of family gatherings and fall in the Southwest. Learn how to prepare the delicious masa, meats and sauces that bring tamales to life. No vegetarian option will be demonstrated. Instructed by Maria Cano. Limit 12. dbg.org/learn | 23

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Flat Breads Tuesday | Nov. 13 | 4 - 6 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 From pitas to pizza crusts, flat breads act like a canvases for countless combinations of artful sauces, toppings and fillings. Fortunately, they are less finicky to make than other breads that require time and rise—but smell and taste just as good. Join Chef Maggie Norris for a flat bread master class.

Limit 12.

SECRETS OF SEAFOOD PACKAGE DEAL: Register for both Ceviche Three Ways and Poke Bowls by Labor Day to receive an exclusive 20 percent discount.

Members: $83 | General Public: $104 Offer expires Sept. 4. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Epicurean Autumn Pasta

Ceviche Three Ways

Wednesday | Nov. 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Tuesday | Sept. 25 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Autumn is the perfect time to cozy up with a savory bowl of pasta. Chef Terri Milligan will prepare fall pasta dishes, including three-cheese truffle mac and cheese; homemade fettuccine with cauliflower, capers and mustard brown butter; and orecchiette with roasted butternut squash and caramelized onion.

She will also demonstrate how to make your own homemade pasta and use it in the fettuccine recipe.

Limit 12.

How do you ceviche? Chef Maria Cano demonstrates three ways to “cook” the catch of the day in savory citrus marinades. A Latin American favorite that has steadily swum inland through the States, ceviche is the perfect stepping stone into more adventurous eating. Serve it as tapas or make it the centerpiece of a meal, and watch your guests pucker up with pleasure. Limit 12.

Edible Flowers and Floral Flavors

Sunday | Sept. 30 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65

Saturday | Nov. 17 | 3 - 5 p.m.

Members: $52 | General Public: $65 Cooking with flowers adds color and a subtle hint of flavor. Learn to select and grow edible flowers.

Watch Chef Terri Milligan create a caramelized flower and mint angel food cake, herbes de Provence encrusted salmon with saffron nasturtium chardonnay sauce and an edible petal and fresh green salad with champagne vinaigrette and lavender glazed pecans, plus an additional recipe based on available flowers.

Limit 12.

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Poke Bowls

A freshly imported dish from the Hawaiian Islands, poke (pronounced poh-kay) features fat morsels of raw fish—usually marinated ahi tuna—served over a generous portion of rice. Join Chef Terri Milligan to learn tips for making homemade poke bowls that pop. Limit 12.

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EARTH SCIENCES Dryland Ecosystems Tuesday | Sept. 25 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Although the word “desert” conjures up vast and barren dunes of sand for many, Arizona residents know that plants thrive in the Valley’s dry conditions.

In fact, some species of cactus and succulents are so well suited to arid life that they quickly die when given too much water. Find out how dryland ecosystems have evolved to flourish in perfectly parched harmony. Instructed by Dr. Heather Throop from Arizona State University’s (ASU) School of Earth and Space Exploration. Limit 30.

Introduction to Stars and Galaxies Wednesday | Oct. 17 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Take one small step into Arizona’s rich astronomical tradition in this class covering the basics of our stars, galaxy and beyond. Is our own sun special? What makes our home galaxy “milky?” Come equipped with life’s big questions—and an open mind.

Instructed by Tyler Richey-Yowell from ASU’s School of Earth and Space Exploration. Limit 30.

Fossils in Your Backyard Thursday | Nov. 8 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 It may be hard to believe, but the Southwest was once a lush, tropical zone where Tyrannosaurus rex was king. Could a piece of the giant lizard, or the bones of its favorite prey, be hiding in your backyard’s soil? You need some special skills and equipment to find out. Join a curator from the Arizona Museum of Natural History to explore the basics of amateur fossil hunting. Limit 30.

Searching for Life in the Solar System Wednesday | Nov. 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Are we alone? The search for habitable environments and for life on other worlds is a major driving force for the exploration of the solar system. Join Professor Jim Bell from ASU’s School of Earth and Space Exploration to explore the short list of worlds around us that may once have been (and perhaps still are) habitable: Mars, Jupiter’s moon Europa, Saturn’s moons Titan and Enceladus, and more. During the last decade scientists have also discovered an amazing diversity of life on our own planet, thriving in what were once considered hostile conditions. And during the same time, astronomers have discovered thousands of other planets orbiting other nearby sun-like stars— some of which may be habitable as well. Find out why this is such an incredible time to search for life in the solar system, and beyond! Limit 30.

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SC IE NC E Phoenix Peregrines Monday | Oct. 15 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Peregrines make cheetahs look slow. They are not only the fastest vertebrate on the planet; they are incredible predators in their own right. Once commonly referred to as duck hawks, peregrine falcons take a variety of prey, including many bird species much larger than themselves. Listed as an endangered species just a few decades ago, peregrines have made an incredible recovery and were removed from the endangered species list in 1999. Learn about these amazing and beautiful birds and why Arizona was one of the first states to support robust populations. Instructed by Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Limit 30.

DNA: Fact, Fiction and Fables Tuesday | Oct. 16 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34

NATURAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY Predators Wednesday | Sept. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Throughout history, we have been taught to fear large carnivores that could potentially eat us. Stories such as “Little Red Riding Hood” contribute to the fear many have toward large predators. Ecological research has shown how these large beasts play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. This class will explore the roles these predators take in nature, and discuss why we need to create a space for them to live on earth with us. Instructed by Dr. Ken Sweat from ASU’s School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Limit 30.

State Birds of the West Monday | Sept. 24 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Focusing on the state birds of the area west of the Mississippi, this class explores the question of what a state bird is and should be, as well as the state nickname and some other quirky state symbols of the wilder west. Find out why the California gull is Utah’s state bird, what bird is shared by at least five states and which state also has a state raptor.

Instructed by Kathe Anderson. Limit 30.

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Join Kim Kobojek from ASU’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences as she shares how DNA analyses inform all facets of society today, from helping to solve crimes to finding long-lost ancestors. Participants will also hear tales “from the forensic side,” and get a chance to ask questions in a DNA-Q&A. Limit 30.

History of the Sonoran Desert Monday | Oct. 22 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 The Sonoran Desert holds many wonders of an extreme environment and the life that lives in it. This program will introduce the geology, flora, fauna, and human history of Arizona and the Sonoran Desert. Using information and theories from biology, ecology, geology and archaeology, this class explores the adaptations of desert animals, plants and other life forms; the landscape that set the stage for their evolution; and the human cultures that have called this desert home.

Instructed by Dr. Ken Sweat from ASU’s School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Limit 30.

Morning Flights: Birds and Champagne Sunday | October 28 | 9 - 11 a.m.

Members: $85 | General Public: $106 Take a leisurely stroll around the Garden, observing the birds as they slip into their daytime routines, discussing the species’ characteristics and behaviors. Then, settle into a typical (if only!) human morning routine—sipping mimosas and sampling cheeses, paired with additional information about birds and their daytime strategies.

Students are encouraged to bring binoculars. Instructed

by Kathe Anderson. Limit 15.

Arizona Cats Tuesday | Oct. 30 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Discover the majesty of Arizona’s four species of fearsome wildcats. Feared, loathed and worshiped, wildcats have had a varied relationship with humans from the beginnings of time. From jaguars to bobcats, learn about these misunderstood, highly athletic predators, their fossil origins and ancestors, and their current ecology. Instructed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Jeff Meyers. Limit 30.

Bioluminescence Wednesday | Nov. 7 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Explore the illuminating science of organisms that can brighten up the deepest seas and darkest skies.

With a focus on insect bioluminescence, this class sheds light on the mysterious chemicals that allow fireflies, jellyfish and even some algae to glow.

Instructed by Dr. Ron Rutowski from ASU’s School of Life Sciences. Limit 30.

Prominent Leaders of Native America Thursday | Nov. 15 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 Native peoples have produced some of the most renowned military, political and spiritual leaders known to humanity. Explore the concept of leadership, how it existed generally among a variety of American Indian nations, and the lives of particular individuals who rose to leadership roles with the context of their times.

Emphasis will be on noted leaders from Southwestern nations, such as Manuelito, Alchesay, Geronimo and Carlos Montezuma, although we will also explore the lives of other significant native leaders such as Susan La Flesche Picotte and Sacheen Littlefeather.

Instructed by Eduardo Pagán, ASU Bob Stump Endowed Professor of History. Limit 30.

The History of Red: Cochineal Monday | Nov. 12 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Members: $27 | General Public: $34 When archaeologists uncovered the ancient frescoes in the pre-Columbian buildings at Mitla in Oaxaca, they found well-preserved images bursting with bright red color. The early Zapotecs who made those pictures painted them with carmine dye, which they made from the ground-up bodies of the cochineal insect. Learn about the many historic and current uses of this remarkable coloration with Dr. Ken Sweat from ASU’s School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Limit 30.

Raptors Monday and Friday | Nov. 26 and 30 Monday | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. field trip Members: $75 | General Public: $94 This class provides an overview of how to identify raptors, not only by size and shape, but by behavior, habitat and season. Learn the different categories of raptors, as well as species like osprey and northern harrier, turkey and black vultures. The accompanying field trip to the West Valley gives participants experience with identifying some of these species in the wild.

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TR AV E L AND ADV E NT U RE

EXPLORE ARAVAIPA CANYON EARLY BIRD RATE: Register for this program by Labor Day and save $100!

Members: $799 | General Public: $1,024 Offer expires Sept. 4.

Sunday and Monday | Nov. 11 - 12 Members: $899 | General Public: $1124 Revel in the mysteries of Aravaipa Canyon as you trace the footsteps of ancient peoples on a series of hikes through the flourishing ecosystems along the cool Aravaipa Creek. Catch glimpses of hummingbirds, heron, bighorn sheep and a host of skittering reptiles as you venture into labyrinthine side canyons, fueled by the fresh wilderness air and shaded by cottonwoods and towering cliffs. Break up the two-day trip with a peaceful night’s stay at the Aravaipa Farms Orchard and Inn, where you will be replenished by a wholesome farm-to-table dinner. Suitable for most hikers, but requires ability to walk several miles through uneven terrain and water. Limit 8.

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Two-day trip includes: • Round-trip transportation from the Garden • Professional guide services • Entrance fees and permits • Meals during the program • Lodging for one night at Aravaipa Orchard and Inn Not included: • Personal expenses • Alcoholic beverages

TR AV E L AND ADV E NT U RE Deer Valley Petroglyph Tour Friday | Nov. 2 | 10 a.m. - Noon Members: $40 | General Public: $50 Visit the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve on a private guided tour, taking an in-depth look at the preserve, the Adobe Dam project and the 1,500 petroglyphs on site. This tour provides a historical perspective on the importance of the site to prehistoric cultures of Arizona between 500 and 7,000 years ago. Be transported back in time to catch a glimpse of an ancient people, and explore the many interpretations of their rock art.

Transportation is not provided. Participants should arrive at the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve by 9:45 a.m. Limit 12.

Urban Farm Tour Saturday | Nov. 17 | 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $190 | General Public: $238 Urban farming is becoming more popular as people strive to create an edible landscape. Visit several established and local urban farmers for a behind-thescenes look at their interpretation and use of space to design an urban garden in the Sonoran Desert. Enjoy a private tour at Maya’s Farm near South Mountain Park, and then feast on a real, freshly prepared and totally organic farm-to-table meal. Price includes roundtrip transportation from the Garden, expert guides and educational programming and picnic lunch.

Transportation from the Garden departs promptly at 7:30 a.m. and returns at 2 p.m. Limit 12.

Register early and save!

WILLCOX WEEKEND EARLY BIRD RATE: Register for Willcox Weekend: Cranes, Wine and Archeology by Labor Day to receive an exclusive 10 percent discount.

Members: $599 | General Public: $749 Willcox Weekend: Cranes, Wine and Archeology

Japanese Friendship Garden Tour and Tea Ceremony Friday | Nov. 30 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR Friday | Dec. 7 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $69 | General Public: $86 Visit the tranquil Phoenix Japanese Friendship Garden for a specially arranged private garden tour and authentic tea ceremony. This beautiful garden features more than 1,500 tons of hand-selected stone, footbridges, more than 50 varieties of plants, flowing streams and waterfalls. Tour includes garden walking tour, private tea ceremony and hand-picked confectioneries from Kyoto, Japan. Transportation is not provided. Participants should arrive at the Phoenix Japanese Friendship Garden by 9:45 a.m. Limit 12.

Friday - Sunday | Jan. 25 - 27 Arrive Friday at 2 p.m. | Depart Sunday at 11:30 a.m.

Members: $659 | General Public: $824 Each winter, sandhill cranes gather in the Sulphur Springs Valley of southeastern Arizona. Watch these majestic birds fly in to their midday resting area—one of nature’s greatest wildlife spectacles. We will also explore the Rex Allen Museum and Amerind Museum, and sample wines at a local vineyard to round out the weekend. Prominent author and naturalist Lynn Hassler, and Carlos Oldham, Garden docent and former president of the Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon, lead this weekend trip. Limit 8.

For more information, visit dbg.org/learn

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C HILDRE N AND FAMILY E DUCATION Early Childhood

•P R O G R A M S •

Baby Boojums

Seedlings

Tuesdays | Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2 Fridays | Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct 5 6 - 18 months | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

18 - 30 months | 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Members: $58 per four-week session General Public: $70 per four-week session

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays Oct. 9 - Nov. 16 | 3 - 5 years | 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Members: $145 per six-week session General Public: $175 per six-week session

Discover nature at an early age through exploration, movement and song. Garden instructors will guide you and your child in developing hand-eye coordination, motor skills and curiosity in the Sonoran Desert. Limit 12 children each with accompanying adult.

Young children and their caregivers explore the wonders of the desert through stories, projects and nature walks in our preschool program. Garden instructors lead a different theme each season with weekly lessons exploring native plants, animals and their interactions between each other. Snack included. Limit 12 children each with accompanying adult.

PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase a full year of Baby Boojums programs as a package through Aug. 24 and receive an exclusive discount and priority registration. All three sessions (Fall, Winter, Spring).

PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase a full year by Sept. 28 and receive an exclusive discount and priority registration. All three sessions (Fall, Winter, Spring) for only:

Members: $150 | General Public: $180

Members: $370 | General Public: $445

Offer expires Aug. 24. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Offer expires Sept.28. Programs may be purchased separately at the regular price, subject to availability.

Early Childhood Programs are supported by the Ferry Family Foundation in memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry.

PLAN AHEAD Winter

Spring

Seedlings | Jan. 8 - Feb. 15 Baby Boojums | Feb. 19 - March 15

Seedlings | March 26 - May 3 Baby Boojums | May 7 - May 31

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Girl Scout

Bountiful Butterflies Event Saturday | Oct. 13 10 a.m. - Noon Scouts: $10 | Chaperone: $10

•P R O G R A M S • Deser t Discover y

MEMBER DISCOUNTS | Desert Botanical Garden

Metamorphose into a beautiful butterfly as you journey through the lifecycle of a butterfly, and learn what a butterfly needs in order to survive and thrive.

Search for each part of the lifecycle when you visit the Garden’s butterfly pavilion.

Girl Scouts who complete various butterfly-themed activities listed on their Adventure Diary will receive the Bountiful Butterflies Patch. This event-style program welcomes all Girl Scout levels along with leaders, parents and family members. Pre-registration required for all attending.

For more information or to register, please visit dbg.org/scouts or call 480.481.8121.

Family Playtime Sunday | Oct. 14 9 a.m. - Noon

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

Family

•P R O G R A M S •

Free with Garden admission Discover what Desert Botanical Garden has to offer you and your child through our new playtime program.

Drop in any time between 9 a.m. and noon to explore our indoor and outdoor classrooms at your own pace and encourage your child to engage in free choice and self-led nature play opportunities.

members receive a 20 percent discount on many educational programs. Visit dbg.org/membership-benefits to become a member today.

WAITLIST | Early registration is encouraged. Registering for a sold-out class places your name on a waitlist. If there are any cancellations, or if demand generates additional sessions, those on our waitlist will be contacted via email and|or phone. There is no obligation to register if a spot opens.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS | Desert Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion.

Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden staff either by phone or email. We reserve the right to substitute any instructors in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

REFUND POLICY | To receive a refund, you must send a written request at least 14 days before the scheduled date of your class or program. Please send your written request to registrar@dbg.org. For more information call 480.481.8146/480.481.8121.

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM POLICIES Age Requirements | Children under 10 may not attend.

Ages 10-14 may attend adult education programs with an adult and both must pay fees. Those 15 and older may attend without an adult.

Registration and Confirmation | Register online at

Children and Family Programs are supported

by The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation.

learn.dbg.org or call 480.941.1225. For additional inquiries, refunds or cancellations, email registrar@dbg.org or call 480.481.8146 Monday through Thursday. You will receive a payment confirmation with your online order. Please bring this confirmation with you to the program as it is required for attendance.

EDUCATORS

Classes and Workshops | Program registration may

Sonoran Desert Adventure We offer guided innovative field trips for grades Pre-K through eight. Our programs blend the Garden’s unique resources with a hands-on, inquirybased learning experience—and a dose of fun—to get students excited about nature. Garden field trips are specifically designed to complement your school district’s educational objectives and correlate with Arizona Academic Standards. Alternatively, choose a self-guided group tour or independent study program that provides the flexibility to tailor your visit to your exact curriculum.

For more information or to register, please visit dbg.org/fieldtrips or call 480.481.8121.

Thank you to our Sonoran Desert Adventure Program Sponsors: The Arizona Republic, Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona, The Dorrance Family Foundation, the Herbert H. and Barbara C. Dow Foundation, Dye Family Foundation, the Ferry Family Foundation in Memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry, Freeport-McMoRan Foundation, The Fred Maytag Family Foundation, Season for Sharing, Thunderbirds Charities and the U.S. Bank Foundation.

be canceled up to two weeks prior to the start date for a $20 processing fee. Refunds will not be issued for missed classes or cancellations less than two weeks’ notice.

Travel and Adventure | Program registration may be canceled up to two weeks prior to the start date minus 30 percent of the registration cost. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made with less than two weeks’ notice.

CHILDREN AND FAMILY PROGRAM POLICIES Registration, Refunds and Liability Waivers | Register online at learn.dbg.org For additional inquiries, email teacherrsvp@dbg.org or call 480.481.8121 Tuesday through Friday.

A waiver of liability is required for all children and family programs, excluding field trips.

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