Fall 2010 Calendar of Events by Desert Botanical Garden

calendar 2010 FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

Special events, classes and trips

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exhibits

Gwynn Popovac: BioMythic Masks October 1, 2010 - January 2, 2011 Ottosen Gallery in Dorrance Hall 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / Daily

Artist Gwynn Popovac’s biomythic masks will be on display in Ottosen Gallery in Dorrance Hall from October 1 through January 2. Each mask blends the textures, shapes and hues of natural habitats such as deserts, wetlands and tide pools with human features. These intricate three dimensional masks incorporate a variety of man-made and found objects such as wire, plaster, beads, fabric and stones. Generously sponsored by Carol DuVal Whiteman

Mariposa Monarca Monarch Butterfly Exhibit at the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion September 25 – November 14 / 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Daily Free for members and children under 3. $3.50 for General Public with paid Garden admission.

Come surround yourself with hundreds of live monarchs at Mariposa Monarca. This engaging exhibit features interpretive displays about the life cycle, migration patterns, environmental threats and conservation efforts of the monarch butterfly. A tagging demonstration will be held each Thursday at 1:30 p.m. as part of the Southwest Monarch Study, a research project that tracks the migratory patterns of monarchs across Arizona. Tagging demonstrations require a reservation. Please email monarchs@dbg.org or call 480-481-8128. Reservations will be accepted beginning September 26. Generously sponsored by The Steel Foundation with support from The Ferry Family Foundation in memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry.

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daily and weekly activities Garden Tours

Daily / October 1 – May 8

Can you drink water from a cactus? Do century plants really live 100 years? Get your burning questions answered on this docent-led tour and see why our desert plant collection is world-renowned. You will discover how plants survive, and even thrive, under the extreme conditions of the Sonoran Desert. Bring your camera and water, and wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes.

Birds in the Garden

Mondays / September / 7 a.m. Mondays / October – November / 8 a.m. Second Saturdays / October – November / 8 a.m.

Join expert birders for a morning bird walk along the Garden trails. Everyone is welcome, including firsttime birders. Wear a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes, and bring binoculars if available.

Ask a Gardener

Saturdays and Sundays / October – November 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Want ideas for creating year-round color in your yard and conserving water in the desert? Drop by our Ask a Gardener station where knowledgeable volunteers can help with your gardening questions.

Audio Tours

Free for Members / $3 General Public

These lighthearted, fun and informative tours bring alive our collections of plants along the Desert Discovery Trail. Adult or family audio presentations are another great opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Garden.

Group Tours and Activities

Available at a time and date of your choice

We offer special discounts and customized tours for groups of 10 or more people. Join us for team building, education and entertainment offerings, including private guided tours, planting activities, southwestern cooking demonstrations and flashlight tours. Ask about our Native American tour package that includes a boxed lunch and visits to both the Desert Botanical Garden and the Heard Museum. Call 480-481-8104 or go to dbg.org/groupsales for pricing and more information.

garden meetings Arizona Native Plant Society Meeting

Central Arizona Cactus and Succulent Society Meeting

The Arizona Native Plant Society provides information, fosters appreciation of, and helps protect Arizona’s native plants. The Phoenix chapter emphasizes Sonoran Desert plants. Call Doug Green at 480-998-5638 for more information.

The Central Arizona Cactus and Succulent Society encourages the appreciation, study and growing of cacti and other succulents. Each meeting features a program about aspects of these fabulous plants. Call Judy Braun-Brody at 480-481-8129 for more information.

Tuesdays / September 14, October 12, November 9 7 – 9 p.m. Check-in at Admissions / Everyone welcome

Sundays / August 29, September 26, October 31, November 28 / 2 p.m. Check-in at Admissions / Everyone welcome

Secure your seat by registering now. Classes start September 7, 2010. Open House August 12 / 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

For more information: check dbg.org/ desertlandscaperschool and register online, or call Rebecca at 480-481-8161 or Jaime Toledano at 480-481-8169 (Spanish language information). CALENDAR OF EVENTS

events Fall Plant Sale Festival October 15 – 17 Garden Members Preview: Friday / October 15 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Open to the General Public: Saturday / October 16 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. AND Sunday / October 17 / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No admission charge to enter the Fall Plant Sale

The Desert Botanical Garden Plant Sale Festival is a one-stop shopping experience featuring the largest variety of arid-adapted plants available in one location. Garden volunteers and horticulturists are all on hand to answer questions, assist in plant selections and offer advice. There is also a used book sale offering a wide variety of subjects with all proceeds benefiting the Garden’s library. (Book donations are accepted at Garden Admissions. Sorry, no magazines.) Specialty retailers offer pottery and other garden accessories.

Beer Garden Friday / September 24 / 6 – 10 p.m.

Explore your inner beer connoisseur at Beer Garden, where you can sip, savor and discuss some of the finest craft beers in Arizona and beyond. The Desert Botanical Garden provides an exquisite backdrop for you to sample a selection of premier brews along the Garden trails. Live music ensembles throughout the Garden set the tone of a vintage urban lounge with a hint of Bavarian influence. Beer Garden offers an experience that is refined and relaxed. Enjoy a Friday evening in good company amidst our renowned collection of desert plants. An optional German-influenced dinner in the Garden’s Munich-inspired Beer Hall will be offered for an additional charge. Concession items will also be available for purchase along trails. Meal and concessions are provided by Fabulous Food Fine Catering & Events. For full menu, details and tickets, go to dbg.org/beergarden.

Beer Garden Ticket:

Member: $50 / General Public: $55 Purchase tickets prior to September 10 and receive $5 off the ticket price.

Optional Dinner Ticket:

$25 (Beer Garden ticket required)

It is recommended that you purchase meal tickets in advance online or at the Admission Box Office. Dining located in Dorrance Hall.

Beer Garden is a 21 or older event; proper identification will be required to be admitted. No exceptions. Children will not be admitted, even if parent or guardian is present.

To Purchase Tickets:

All Garden activities are subject to change.

• Order online at dbg.org • Call 480-481-8188 (8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday – Friday) • Visit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily) 4

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member events Patrons Circle and Garden Fund Member Events Saguaro Circle, Curator’s Circle, Director’s Circle, President’s Circle and Founder’s Circle members give $1,250 – $25,000 annually and are part of the Patrons Circle. The Garden’s Agave Century Club, Boojum Tree Club, Ocotillo Club and Golden Barrel Club members give $150 – $1,249 annually and are part of the Garden Fund.

Wicked Plants: Private Author Reception and Public Lecture Patrons Circle members will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks at a private reception with author Amy Stewart prior to her public lecture. In her New York Times best-seller, Wicked Plants: The Weed That Killed Lincoln’s Mother and Other Botanical Atrocities (Algonquin Books, May 2009), Ms. Stewart takes on Mother Nature’s most appalling creations. Find out which plant killed Abraham Lincoln’s mother, which shrub ignited a global war, and much more! For additional information and to RSVP, please contact Marcos Voss at 480-481-8179 or mvoss@dbg.org. Wednesday / October 6 / 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Kitchell Patio / 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.

Barbara’s Flavors of Fall This event, presented exclusively for Patrons Circle members, includes an intimate cooking demonstration and sample tasting using fall’s freshest herbs and local produce, hosted by renowned local chef Barbara Pool Fenzl. Guests will also get a preview of renovation plans for the Garden’s Center for Desert Living Trail, scheduled to open in spring 2011. For additional information and to RSVP, please contact Marcos Voss at 480-481-8179 or mvoss@dbg.org. Thursday / November 4 / 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Dorrance Hall

Garden Discovery Tour & Reception Created with new Patrons Circle and Garden Fund members in mind, join the Garden’s Executive Director Ken Schutz for a behindthe-scenes look at our scientific research, education and horticulture programs. Guests will have the unique opportunity to see firsthand how the Garden’s programs enrich the community. For additional information or to RSVP, please contact Jane Kernen at 480-481-8147 or jkernen@dbg.org. Tuesday / November 16 / 6 – 8 p.m. / Dorrance Hall

Patrons Circle Reception / Dorrance Hall 7 – 8:30 p.m. Lecture by Amy Stewart, Q&A, Book Signing

Las Noches de las Luminarias Reception

Fall Plant Sale Preview and Reception Patrons Circle and Garden Fund Golden Barrel Club members will enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres while shopping for fabulous plants at the Garden’s Fall Plant Sale Preview and Reception. Horticulture staff will be on-site to answer specific plant questions and offer landscaping advice. For additional information and to RSVP, please contact Jane Kernen at 480-481-8147 or jkernen@dbg.org. Thursday / October 14 / 4:30 – 7 p.m. Garden East Parking Lot 8

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Patrons Circle members: Attend the Garden’s annual Luminaria party with friends and family. Enjoy a delicious buffet, open bar and seating next to a cozy fire. You will be able to stroll along the Garden’s candle-lit paths and experience a wide variety of musical entertainment. This is a ticketed event and reservations are required. Adult dinner is $50 per person; child dinner is $10 per person. A Las Noches de las Luminarias event ticket is also required to attend. Luminaria ticket prices: Adult $20; Child $10. For more information and to RSVP, contact Jane Kernen at 480-481-8147 or jkernen@dbg.org. Thursday / December 2 / 5:30 – 8:45 p.m. Binns Wildflower Pavilion

gardening and landscaping Class offerings under the Desert Botanical Garden Mastership Program are labeled as follows:

Vegetable Gardening: A Comprehensive Approach (DGM-E) Take advantage of this timely workshop to get your garden growing in our unique desert environment. You will learn the importance and details of soil preparation and how to overcome the challenges of our environment. Proper planting seasons and strategies, as well as resources for purchasing seeds will be covered in this informative workshop. Great take-home materials and complimentary seed packets are included to give your own vegetable garden an added boost. Instructed by Garden curator Kirti Mathura. Limit 25. Tuesday and Thursday September 21 and 23 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $40 / General Public: $50

Native Plants – The Elegant Solution (DGM-C)

DGM-C Desert Gardening Mastership Core DGM-E Desert Gardening Mastership Elective

Plant Sale Preview Walk Do not miss this exclusive opportunity to get a behindthe-scenes preview of the Fall Plant Sale and an inside look at the planning, organization and setup of this event with Kirti Mathura, the Garden’s curator of shrubs. This is a special tour not available to the public and includes a walking tour of the plant sale area and an explanation of the Garden’s Plant Introduction Program. This is a great opportunity to plan what you want to buy at the plant sale and have your questions answered by an expert. Participants will also be able to view mature plant specimens in landscape settings around the Garden. Limit 20. Sunday / October 10 / 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $25 / General Public: $30

Gardening to Attract Birds

Get to know the plants that have called the Sonoran Desert their home for centuries. Native plants have evolved with specialized adaptations to thrive in our extreme conditions. This sets them above many of the high-maintenance–and sometimes frustrating–exotics too often used in landscapes around the Valley. Learn how to make these intriguing and beautiful natives a part of your landscape. Instructed by Garden curator Kirti Mathura. Limit 25.

Many people tempt birds into their backyards by putting out store-bought seeds or other products. But it is healthier for the birds—and a lot more fun— to provide food the natural way by enhancing our landscapes with plants that provide food, shelter and cover. Explore the “rules of attraction” with naturalist/ writer/gardener Lynn Hassler. Lynn has been writing a column on bird gardening for Birdwatcher’s Digest for more than 10 years and has seen at least 120 species of birds in her Tucson backyard. Limit 25.

Mondays / September 27, October 4, 11 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $75 / General Public: $95

Sunday / October 10 / 12 – 3 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Care of Desert Trees and Shrubs (DGM-E) Discover the nature of woody plants and what makes them different from other plants. Learn how watering, pruning, planting and general care of trees and shrubs are determined by their woody-ness. Find out about these incredible garden plants that crave our desert conditions. Instructed by Mary Irish. Limit 25. Wednesday / September 29 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Sustainable Edible Gardens Learn to create an edible garden that will provide food for years to come. Selecting plants to provide food season after season and using eco-friendly solutions to create an environment for them to flourish will ensure success. These gardens can supplement your family’s weekly food budget and be part of an attractive landscape. Instructed by master gardener and permaculturist Doreen Pollack. Limit 25. Tuesday / October 5 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

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gardening and landscaping Pruning Trees and Shrubs (DGM-E) Give the trees and shrubs in your landscape some ‘TLC’. In this introductory presentation learn the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. You will learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, the five types of pruning and when to use them, and how to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes. You will leave this program ready to prune your own trees and shrubs with confidence and effectiveness. Includes a pruning demonstration plus informative take home materials and resources. Instructed by John Eisenhower. Limit 25. Thursday / October 21 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Wildflowers for Your Desert Garden Drip Irrigation Design and Installation (DGM-E) Homeowners will learn how to design a drip irrigation system that will be efficient and able to handle your landscape as it grows to maturity. Proper zones for plant materials, soils and microclimates will be covered, as well as concepts of hydraulics to ensure systems will function properly, not only at start-up but over time. The installation portion covers the point of connection out to the end caps. Learn to avoid many of the common mistakes associated with drip system design and installation. Learn about connecting poly tubing with a compression coupler, as well as three styles of emitter installation and when each should be used. Instructed by Jeff Lee. Limit 20. Saturday / October 16 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Landscape Design Basics (DGM-C) This series of classes covers the basics of designing residential landscapes that create attractive, comfortable, functional and sustainable gardens appropriate for the Sonoran Desert. Discussion will cover different design philosophies, such as xeriscaping, permaculture and sustainability, as well as basic design processes, principles and techniques. The instructor will walk participants through the stages of design and assign exercises at each step, from programming to design concept and development to construction documents. Class participants are encouraged to use their own yards for these exercises, whether they are creating a new landscape or renovating an existing one. Both hardscape and softscape design elements will be addressed. Emphasis will be given to designing in harmony with the natural systems of the Sonoran Desert. Instructed by landscape architect Jack Gilcrest. Limit 20. Mondays / October 18, November 1, 15 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $75 / General Public: $95 10

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Fall is the perfect time to plant annual wildflower seed for a spectacular spring bloom in your landscape. Many perennial plants can also be included to provide color not only in springtime but through other seasons as well. Get your ideas flowing and prepare for the fall planting season. Instructed by Garden curator Kirti Mathura. Limit 25. Wednesday / October 27 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Edible Landscapes A bountiful harvest does not have to be limited to a traditional vegetable garden. Explore different options for creating a sustainable and fruitful yard. You will find that many desert trees and shrubs commonly used in landscapes provide edibles. These can be intermingled with more commonly grown vegetables and fruits to create fabulous outdoor scenes that could be the envy of your neighborhood. Instructed by Garden curator Kirti Mathura. Limit 25. Wednesday / November 3 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Beginning Bonsai When you love desert trees but cannot fit any more in your landscape, try them as miniature bonsai creations. This hands-on workshop will provide you with a succulent plant, bonsai pot and soil. Under the gentle guidance of your instructor and your imagination, you will learn how to turn a plant into a living piece of art. Three classes will cover the basics of bonsai, including plant and pot selection, shaping, wiring, watering and fertilizing. Instructed by Phoenix Bonsai Society educators. Limit 15. Thursdays / November 4, 11, 18 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $85 / General Public: $105

Cactus and Succulent Propagation and Care (DGM-E) How do you grow your own plants from seed, cuttings and division? What do you do with a broken limb of a cactus? How do you safely handle and transplant a spiny cactus? Is there an easy way to remove a cactus from a pot? What are the differences between growing plants in the ground and in containers? These and other common questions will be discussed, and overall care and maintenance tips for healthy, vibrant plants will be provided. Instructed by Brandi Eide. Limit 25. Tuesday / November 9 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Designing Hardscape: Walkways, Walls and More (DGM-E) The hardscape elements of your landscape are as important as the plants. Learn about basic design concepts, construction techniques, and how to select building materials appropriate to our Sonoran Desert environment. This beginner class will help you make informed decisions about designing your own landscape as well as working with a contractor. We will cover a variety of materials including adobe, brick, concrete, metal, tile, wood and more. Instructed by awardwinning landscape architect Jack Gilcrest. Limit 20. Wednesday / November 10 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Irrigation System Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair (DGM-E) Avoid costly professional repairs and irrigation nightmares. If you already have an irrigation system and want to learn how it works, how to take care of it, or make simple repairs, this program is for you. Improperly maintained systems can be challenging for homeowners. Irrigation specialist Jeff Lee will teach you about all three types of irrigation systems (drip, sprinklers, and bubblers) and specific needs for each. Learn how to maintain the systems for peak efficiency to ensure your plants’ health. You will also learn to troubleshoot the most common irrigation system failures, and to perform proper repair techniques from nozzle and emitter replacement to pipe repair. Limit 20. Saturday / November 13 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

gardening and landscaping Desert Gardening Mastership

The Desert Gardening Mastership at the Garden is designed for those interested in plants and will teach about their selection and care, as well as their ecological and cultural significance. Desert Gardening Mastership classes are open to all regardless of intent to complete the program and can be found in the program listings at dbg.org/adultclasses.

Classes and Guidelines Core classes will get you started in your garden and are marked in the calendar with a DGM-C. They are introductory in nature and will help you build a solid foundation in whatever type of gardening endeavor you pursue. Elective classes are marked with a DGM-E in the calendar. This

program is self-directed, self-tracked, and students will be awarded a Desert Gardening Mastership upon completion of 12 classes: four core classes and eight elective classes. For information, log on to dbg.org/adultclasses or call 480-481-8146.

environmental stewardship

Living Green! What Does it Mean?

These days, the call to live a green lifestyle is all around us. There are new green products to buy, rebates for going solar, biodegradable packaging, to mention just a few. But what do all these things mean? How do they truly impact our health and the environment? Where does my time and money make the most impact on living green? The small choices we make every day have an enormous, cumulative impact, and the more we understand, the easier it is to adopt a green mindset. Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm and author of the Simple Sustainability Series, will lead a discussion on what it means to be green and how each of us can make a difference. This four-week class will cover the following topics:

Session One – Discovering the Depth and Breadth of Living Green (Sustainability) Session Two – Making the Connections and Everything Is Connected Session Three – Creating a Healthy You Session Four – Presentations, each participant is asked to present their sustainability plan Class includes a Saturday trip to Greg’s central Phoenix home and farm as a living example of the principles you will learn. Limit 25. Tuesdays / October 12, 19, 26, November 2 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $80 / General Public: $96

fall volunteer opportunities

If you enjoy spending time at the Garden and meeting interesting people from around the world … The Desert Botanical Garden has a volunteer job for you this fall! There are many opportunities for adults and teens. First you must attend an orientation class to be a Garden volunteer. Orientation classes (choose one) Thursday / September 16 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday / October 9 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday / November 20 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For additional information visit our website at dbg. org and fill out a volunteer application. To schedule an informative interview, please contact Pamela Levin, 480-481-8166 or email plevin@dbg.org.

Monarch Butterfly Exhibit September 25 – November 14 Training (choose one) Tuesday / September 14 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday / September 25 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Plant Sale October 15 – 17 Special Events (Great Pumpkin Festival, Dia de los Muertos, Chiles & Chocolate Festival and Las Noches de las Luminarias – check the calendar for dates) Training for Special Events (choose one) Tuesday / September 28 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday / October 2 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wednesday / October 13 / 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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photography Digital Desert Photography: Getting Started This is a hands-on class for beginning digital camera users interested in learning the concepts and craft of digital photography. Class instruction emphasizes learning the functions and features of your digital camera and helps you set up your camera for various shooting conditions and subjects. The course also covers composition and tips for taking better everyday pictures. This beginning course emphasizes primarily auto scene modes and is open to all digital camera owners. Some shooting in the Garden is included, and students should bring photos for class critique. Instructed by Scott Salnas. Limit 10. Sunday and Tuesday / September 12 and 14 Sunday / 1 – 5 p.m. and Tuesday / 6 – 10 p.m. OR Saturday and Monday / October 2 and 4 Saturday / 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and Monday / 6 – 10 p.m. OR Sunday and Tuesday / November 14 and 16 Sunday / 1 – 5 p.m. and Tuesday / 6 – 10 p.m. Member: $70 / General Public: $85

Digital Desert Photography: Next Steps This hands-on class is for DSLR digital camera users interested in learning intermediate photo skills and advanced set-up of your digital camera. Students should have an understanding of basic photographic concepts. You will learn to take your camera off the auto scene modes and take charge of capturing images using the creative options of the mode dial. Handson assistance will be provided for you to set up your camera for varying lighting conditions and scenes using appropriate metering and focus options. Also covered are image file structures and digital workflow Some shooting in the Garden is included, and students should bring photos for class critique. This class is for DSLR owners only. Instructed by Scott Salnas. Limit 10. Saturday and Monday / September 25 and 27 Saturday / 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and Monday / 6 – 10 p.m. OR Saturday and Monday / November 6 and 8 Saturday / 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and Monday / 6 – 10 p.m. Member: $70 / General Public: $85

Advanced Artistic Photography Presented by artist and photographer Steve Ehre, this intensive series is designed for photographers with a good working knowledge of how to use their SLR cameras in manual mode. The series includes four Thursday evening classroom sessions, each with photo presentations and critiques, and two Saturday photography field trips. In addition, Saturday, September 25 is an essential full day (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.) photography field trip to the Tucson area. Students should have a circular polarizer, telephoto lens and a good tripod. You will become a better, more creative and artistic photographer. Saturday photography field trip details are coordinated at Thursday evening classes for the convenience of the students. Additional suggested equipment list provided. Limit 12. Thursdays and Saturdays / Thursdays September 23, 30, October 7, 14 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Saturday photo shoots September 25, October 2, 9 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Member: $140 / General Public: $175

Capturing Twilight Learn to improve your sunset photographs. Here is how–take them long after the sun has set! Twilight time begins about 15 minutes after sunset. The shooting window is short, so after a brief classroom session to set up your camera, we will go into the Garden, well before twilight, where you will find a compelling foreground subject, stake out your spot and do some practice shooting. DSLRs are preferred, but any camera with ability to set time exposures in the manual mode will work. To be prepared you will need to know – before attending class – how to set aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance and manual focus. You will be varying your shutter speed to find the right exposure for that fleeting moment. A sturdy tripod is a must, and a cable release is very helpful. Instructed by Scott Salnas. Limit 10. Sunday / September 26 / 5 – 8 p.m. Member: $45 / General Public: $55

Photographing Wildlife Take better wildlife photographs and develop the skills to take photographs like the award winning pictures seen in Arizona Highways or other top notch magazines. This can be done by learning the capacities of your camera, how to get close to wildlife in nature and finally, understanding the art of photography. In addition, an understanding of lighting, photographic composition and animal behavior are critical to obtaining the best possible wildlife photographs. This class is recommended for DSLR camera owners. Instructed by wildlife and photography expert Bruce Taubert. Limit 10. Saturday / October 9 / 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $60 / General Public: $72

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photography Macro Photography Fall Session One of the longest-running and most popular photography series at the Garden, macro photography returns with professional photographer and artist Steve Ehre. You will increase your overall skills, learn to create artistic images while getting the most out of your camera with super macro images of flowers. Learn the basics of close-up (macro) photography through discussion, slides, critique sessions and field experience, including photo sessions at the Garden and other Valley locations. Recommended for intermediate to advanced photographers with a working knowledge of their 35mm or DLSR camera. The following items are recommended: sturdy tripod, flash with off-shoe attachment, cable release, lens hood and circular polarizer. A choice of one or more of the following is also recommended: macro lens (200mm is best), close-up diopter or extension tubes. A macro lens is not crucial. Film or digital cameras are welcome. Saturday photo session details are coordinated at Thursday evening classes for the convenience of the students. Limit 12. Thursdays and Saturdays / Thursdays / October 21, 28, November 4, 11 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Saturday photo shoots / October 23, 30, November 6 / 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Member: $160 / General Public: $195

Mastering Photography Techniques

The Garden is pleased to offer a set of advanced techniques courses in digital photography, instructed by Scott Salnas. The entire series can be taken in the order offered or students may choose to enrollment in individual topics only. Each topic is an in-depth exploration of the subjects touched upon in the Next Steps photography course at the Garden. The classes are for DSLR camera owners only. Students must be familiar with the features of their cameras, and menu and shooting parameter set up. Prior completion of the Next Steps course is helpful but not required. Several of the classes will include a pre-class camera setup assignment.

Exposure

Flash for Portraits

Exposure is everything, and the new series starts with basic exposure theory and practice. Although exposure principles are the same as with film, they are applied in different ways in digital capture and processing. It is always best to start with a well exposed image in-camera that does not put you in a hole to dig out of when editing. Learn how to spend more of your time creating images instead of correcting them. This course includes identifying high-key/low-key areas of the scene, dynamic range, using the gray card, ISO management and exposure compensation. Limit 10.

Flash is probably the most misunderstood, misused and underused skill by amateur photographers. Too often, people think of flash as simply a way to add light to people in low light scenes. Using a flash on your camera is as easy as turning it on, but using it well is more difficult. Flash, when used properly, can take your people photography from mediocre to exciting and appealing. This course covers how flash units function, understanding guide numbers, using diffusers, locking flash exposure for subject of the image, and using your flash for fill light in outdoor sunlit backgrounds. Students enrolling in this course should have an auxiliary flash for their digital cameras. Limit 10.

Sunday / September 19 / 1 – 5 p.m. Member: $50 / General Public: $60

Landscape and Compostion It is difficult not be drawn to landscape photography. Since the invention of the camera, landscape has always been a favorite of photographers. This course covers landscape exposure techniques, depth-offield, use of white balance, low light shooting, gear, working in all kinds of light, and most important, pleasing composition. Limit 10. Sunday / October 3 / 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. Member: $50 / General Public: $60

Sunday / October 24 / 1 – 5 p.m. Member: $50 / General Public: $60

The Art of People Photography Learn how to take better pictures of people and kids in various outdoor settings and backyard events. Learn basic posing skills and use of available light and fill flash to make your family and friends look their best. The class covers choosing the appropriate camera features and options to fit the shooting situation. The class also includes a posing and shooting session in the Garden. Bring your camera, auxiliary flash and tripod. Limit 10. Sunday / November 7 / 1 – 5 p.m. Member: $50 / General Public: $60

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Full Moon Photography The beauty of fall full moon nights combined with the splendor of the Garden make for a fantastic evening of photos and fun. Class times are optimized for best shooting of twilight, moonrise and dark skies. This class is for amateur photographers wishing to discover their nighttime photography potential through hands-on guidance and personal instruction on the Garden trails. This class is focused on creativity and experimentation to learn elements of lighting, exposure, camera settings and other nighttime considerations such as painting with light. Both digital and film cameras are welcome. Instructed by Adam Rodriguez. Limit 10. Thursday / September 23 / 6 – 9 p.m. OR Sunday / October 24 / 6 – 9 p.m. OR Sunday / November 21 / 5 – 8 p.m.

How to Buy Your Next Digital Camera This course is for those who are buying their first digital camera or want to step up to a newer, more advanced camera. Both point and shoot and DSLR type camera features will be discussed. Digital photo technology does not stand still! Cameras now have not only face recognition but also pet recognition. The camera only fires when the pet is looking your way. The class will cover basic functions and concepts, terms, how to assess camera quality, and features best suited for your needs. A handout checklist of camera features will be provided. Instructed by Scott Salnas. Limit 10. Wednesday / November 17 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $35 / General Public: $42

Member: $45 / General Public: $55

Alternative Photographic Arts

The Desert Botanical Garden is proud to offer one-of-a-kind classes instructed by Laszlo Layton, an internationally known fine art photographer specializing in the use of vintage photographic equipment and archaic printing methods. Laszlo’s work is in the permanent collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Nelson-Atkins Museum in Kansas City and many renowned private collections

Vintage View Camera Photography Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience with our three-part course introducing participants to art photography using a view camera and direct contact printing. Part one will introduce the basics of using an 11”x14” view camera, with each student having a one-on-one opportunity to photograph a botanical specimen from the Garden, creating their own artistic interpretation of the plant. Part two opens with a brief lecture on historical photographic printing processes. Then students will be instructed on cyanotype printing methods, making several prints from their negatives by exposing them directly to sunlight. Part three concludes with a lesson in toning prints to change their overall color as well as hand-coloring with watercolor paint and pencils. At the completion of this workshop students will have created at least one beautiful and unique works of art. Limit 10. Sundays / November 7, 14, 21 / 12 – 3 p.m. Member: $130 / General Public: $160

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art Let the beauty of the desert inspire you—from wicked plants to the birds who make the Garden their home. These classes are suitable to a variety of interests and abilities, and all are welcome. Materials lists, if needed, will be sent via email prior to the class.

Wicked Plants Art Studio

Quail in Mixed Media

In anticipation of the arrival of Amy Stewart, author of Wicked Plants, join us for an artistic journey through the dangerous, illegal, painful and deadly plants of our area. This studio style class allows students to select a wicked plant and use the medium of their choice–watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, pastel, acrylic or scratchboard. Some knowledge of the medium is helpful but not required. Price of class includes a complimentary ticket to the Amy Stewart lecture on October 6. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

A favorite of many home gardeners and those who love the outdoors, quail are endearing inhabitants of the desert. Take a closer look at our resident quail and their habits. Students will learn techniques to create accurate color markings and proportions of quail and proper placement in botanical illustrations. Students will work in media of their choice. All levels welcome. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

Wednesdays / September 8, 15, 22, 29 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $170 / General Public: $205

Color Pencil: Getting Started Color pencils have been around for many years, but only in the last 20 years have they been considered a professional tool that is accepted at art shows. In this class, we will explore all that the color pencil can do, and all of the different surfaces that work with this versatile tool. Possible surfaces include wood, metal, gourds, and a large variety of papers, even sandpaper. There are also many varieties of color pencils, from clay- or oil-based to wax. Instructed by Gigi Wilson. Limit 15. Saturdays / October 2, 9, 16, 23 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $170 / General Public: $205

Nature Sketching and Journaling This is a three class course devoted to learning the peaceful art of sketching and note taking in a nature journal/diary. Artists of all skill levels will have 30 to 60 minutes of classroom instruction. Then the class will move out to the garden to put into practice the lesson of the day. Warning! Nature sketching is highly addictive and can lead to uncontrollable urges to spend more time outdoors. Instructed by Elaine Hultgren. Limit 15. Sundays / October 3, 10, 17 / 12 – 3 p.m. Member: $130 / General Public: $160

Cyanotype Photograms on Fabric This hands-on workshop is an introduction to one of the oldest photographic printmaking processes—cyanotype. Participants will create beautiful botanical prints on 8” x 8” fabric squares in the distinctive Prussian blue color of cyanotype’s simple two-part formula of photosensitive iron salts. After a brief lecture on the history of the process, the class will use plants gathered from the Garden to create several beautiful works of art on cotton fabric, suitable for framing or use in other arts/ crafts projects. Students completing the workshop will have learned the skills necessary to produce cyanotypes on their own. All materials are included. Limit 15. Sunday / October 17 / 12 – 3 p.m. Member: $65 / General Public: $78 16

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Tuesday / October 19, 26, November 2, 9 / 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $170 / General Public: $205

Botanical Watercolor Studio The artichoke, beautiful inside and out, is the icon of botanical art. Many well known contemporary botanical artists have created exquisite paintings of this plant. Artists will learn to make accurate line drawings, using watercolor techniques from wash to classic dry brush – and how to make a great hollandaise sauce. This class is for beginners as well as those wanting to improve or add to their skills. Instructed by Elaine Hultgren. Limit 15. Wednesdays / October 20, 27 November 3, 10 6 – 9 p.m. Member: $170 / General Public: $205

earth sciences The unique physical traits of the Sonoran Desert and the Southwest are an endless source of fascination to scientists and casual observers alike. Join the Garden as we launch a new perspective on the study of our corner of the planet.

Southwest Desert Tectonics and Hydrology The four deserts of the Southwest are diverse in their tectonic settings as well as in the precipitation they receive. Come and learn how the motion of the earth’s crust has helped to shape the environments that make up the Southwest. Examine the water resources for each of these deserts and how their differing precipitation creates unique settings. Instructed by Rebecca Frus. Limit 25. Tuesday / September 14 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25

Volcanology of Arizona Although inactive today, the volcanoes of Arizona have spanned the ages of geologic time and changed the landscape of the state. Ancient Native Americans bore witness to the eruption of Sunset Crater north of Flagstaff. The Grand Canyon’s Vulcan’s Throne poured lava over the side of the canyon, damming the Colorado River for a time. Learn how tectonic changes over geologic time formed the different types of volcanoes found in Arizona by examining the volcanic deposits found today. Instructed by Rebecca Frus. Limit 25. Tuesday / October 26 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25

Paleontology of Arizona Life on earth has seen many changes. We are able to find a record of these changes by looking at the fossils preserved in rocks. Come and learn about life in the ancient oceans as we examine invertebrate fossils found in Arizona. Learn how fossils are preserved and what their shapes tell us about ancient environments. Discover the different invertebrate fossils and other remnants of life that have lived in Arizona throughout geologic time. Instructed by Rebecca Frus. Limit 25. Tuesday / November 9 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25

Grand Canyon and Geologic Time Throughout geologic time, Arizona has changed dramatically. Studying rocks reveals a record of these changes. There is no richer source for this information than the Grand Canyon. At the canyon, we have a record of the formation of the continent, of life beginning on earth, and of the dramatic changes that happen when seas rise and fall. Come and learn about the rich geologic history of the Grand Canyon by examining rocks found in its ancient walls. Instructed by Rebecca Frus. Limit 25.

Geology of the Valley of the Sun Satisfy your geological curiosity about Phoenix’s spectacularly rugged landscape of unique and beautiful geologic features. Learn why our exposed rock and geologic variety make Phoenix the unrivaled capital of urban geology. Instructed by Richard Allen. Limit 25. Tuesday / November 16 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25

Tuesday / October 5 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25

Gems of Arizona Arizona is the country’s leading gem mining state and produces fine peridot, amethyst, turquoise and garnets. This class focuses on how these and gems from other states are formed and valued. The fascinating science of gemology, which incorporates mineralogy, history, psychology, economics, mythology and glamour, will be discussed as well. If you ever plan on visiting a gem show, this course will also give you some buying tips. Instructed by Richard Allen. Limit 25. Tuesday / October 12 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

birding Start Birding with Cynthia Donald Enhance your knowledge of birding and acquire the resources to develop your skills at this interactive and fascinating workshop that includes classroom presentations and field trips. Four field trips will introduce students to a variety of resident and migrant bird species, explore a diversity of birding habitats, teach field identification techniques and highlight some of the Valley’s local birding destinations. Four single-day field trips over each of the following weekends will be scheduled by the class during the first session–October 23 or 24, October 30 or 31, November 6 or 7, November 13 or 14. Instructed by Cynthia Donald. Limit 20. Wednesdays / October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17 / 6:30 – 8 p.m. Member: $60 / General Public: $75

More Birding with Cynthia Donald Designed as a follow-up to Start Birding, class sessions will focus on the natural history of birds, especially those in our area, with presentations, discussion and group interaction. There will be four class sessions at the Garden and three weekend field trips. Students should have binoculars and a field guide and be familiar with the use of both. Field trips will emphasize identification techniques and birding by ear. You will leave the class with increased knowledge and field techniques. Four single-day field trips over each of the following weekends will be scheduled by the class during the first session, October 23 or 24, October 30 or 31, November 6 or 7, November 13 or 14. Instructed by Cynthia Donald. Limit 20. Mondays / October 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15 / 6:30 – 8 p.m. Member: $60 / General Public: $75

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natural and cultural history If you are intrigued by the complex web of living things that makes up your environment, explore these interactive programs to further examine the relationships between living organisms and their role in the natural world.

DBGenus

The Garden continues to give students an in depth look at their favorite groups of desert plants. Each plant grouping, or genus, will be examined in terms of taxonomy (classification), morphology (structure), ethnobotany and horticulture. This unique approach to the plants in the Garden’s collection will provide new perspectives whether you are walking our trails, gardening in your backyard or just enjoying nature.

Salvia Explore the beautiful floral diversity of salvia, the largest genus in the mint family. Consisting of annuals, biennials, perennials and even woody shrubs, salvias are a favorite here in the Garden and Sonoran home landscapes. This classroom and trailside experience will be taught by Angelica Elliot, the Garden’s curator of wildflowers. Limit 20. Sunday / October 3 / 1 – 4 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Dalea This class explores the delightful world of daleas. You will find both groundcovers and shrubs within this genus that are widely used to embellish desert landscapes. This classroom and trailside experience will be taught by the Garden’s shrub curator Kirti Mathura. Limit 20. Sunday / November 7 / 1 – 4 p.m. Member: $30 / General Public: $36

Delicious Diversity: Native Pumpkins and Squash Come experience the many forms and colors of the giant sculptural cucurbits which have been grown by Native gardeners over many centuries in the low and high deserts of the Southwest. In the workshop we will learn how cucurbits have been traditionally grown by Native peoples and how we can grow them in our own desert gardens. Learn traditional ways to prepare and store them, and some exciting nouvelle ways to cook them for holiday feasts. Instructed by Martha Burgess. Limit 18. Friday / October 22 / 6 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $45 / General Public: $55

Astronomy in the Garden Spend a celestial Friday evening in the Garden as we explore the night sky from one of the best locations in the city for stargazing. With the Music in the Garden concert in the background, we will walk to an ideal location for exploring and learning about the night sky, with and without telescopes. Enjoy wine, cheese and desserts. Instructed by Mike Marin of the Phoenix Astronomical Society. Guests must be 21 or older. Limit 20. Friday / November 5 / 7 – 9 p.m. Please note the cloudy skies backup date is Friday / November 12 Member: $35 / General Public: $42

Desert Agriculture: Lessons for the Future from the Past Prehistoric agriculture in Arizona provides us with many relevant lessons in sustainability. Come to the Garden for a lecture focusing on recent archaeological and ecological research in the Perry Mesa region north of Phoenix. The rich past of prehistoric farming in the southwestern desert provides clues about modern sustainability. Learn how people from this site adapted to erratic monsoonal rainfall, declining soil fertility, and periods of drought. Instructed by Melissa Kruse-Peeples. Limit 40. Monday / November 8 / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $20 / General Public: $25 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

foods and well-being Dinner with Dates

Preparing Pomegranates

Date ranches once stretched from Glendale to Mesa, covering 300 acres and producing more than one million pounds of dates annually. Although the number of date trees has dwindled over the past 50 to 60 years, the Southwest is still home to some of the most delicious dates. Rachel Albert, local cooking instructor, cooking coach, author, freelance writer and chef, will share interesting facts about this ancient fruit. She will walk you through the ins and outs of buying, storing and adding dates to sweet, spicy and savory recipes from breakfast to dessert. Recipes will be wheat-free, gluten-free and dairy-free. Limit 18.

Pomegranate trees have long been planted in the Valley. Now that the healthful nature of the fruit is being touted, people are taking a second look. Learn why pomegranates were grown here, how to care for them and what can you do with the fruit. You will also learn about their origins, role in the Bible and mythology, and how to harvest the fruit, extract the seeds (arils) and make pomegranate molasses and sorbet. Instructed by Ken Furtado. Limit 18. Saturday / November 20 / 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $40 / General Public: $48

Tuesday / October 5 / 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Member: $45 / General Public: $55

Cooking: Chilies and Chocolate Join Chef Freddie Bitsoie as he cooks with chilies and chocolate to create a menu that tantalizes your taste buds. In celebration of the Garden’s annual Chilies and Chocolate festival, Chef Freddie will introduce dishes using ingredients from sweet to spicy chilies to decadent white chocolate. You will leave class with plenty to taste and the recipes needed to create a wonderful Sonoran fall menu. Limit 18. Wednesday / November 3 / 6 – 8:30 p.m. Member: $45 / General Public: $55

Chilies with Barbara Fenzl Join Barbara Fenzl, owner of Les Gourmettes Cooking School, author of three southwestern cookbooks and host of the PBS series Savor the Southwest, as she turns her expertise to chilies. Entertain your friends and family with easy, do-ahead dishes that showcase the Southwest. Learn how to incorporate fresh and dried chilies into your cooking repertoire to make your dishes sing and improve your health. The day features a menu of smoked salmon and poblano quesadillas, green chile soup, pulled pork with ancho chiles, pear and baby romaine salad with goat cheese and pomegranate vinaigrette, and chocolate pecan pie with a hint of guajillo chile. Limit 18. Sunday / November 14 / 12 – 2 p.m. Member: $55 / General Public: $66

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Making Mole Learn to make Mexican mole sauces from scratch. Join mole maker Amy Fernandez Valdes Schwemm from Mano Y Metate as she leads a class in identifying chiles, whole spices and fresh ingredients, toasting them over a flame, stone grinding them on her great grandmother’s metate (grinding stone) and molcajete (mortar and pestle), and simmering them into fabulous mole poblano. Also taste the diversity of moles from Mano Y Metate, including mole dulce, pipian rojo, mole verde and adobo. Mole does not always have chocolate, but it does have many other secrets! Traditional and vegetarian options, such as heirloom bean and posole cakes, will be enjoyed by all. Limit 15. Sunday / November 21 / 12 – 2 p.m. Member: $48 / General Public: $58

Holiday Tamales from Field to Table The class will assemble, cook and eat red chile tamales, learning secrets and traditions from Amy Fernandez Valdes Schwemm, of Mano Y Metate Moles. Amy started helping her family make tamales as a toddler. In class, she will show you how to treat corn with lime (not citrus!), rinse, grind by hand and beat to make the masa. You will make chile sauce from whole dried chiles to prepare the meat filling. Samples and readyto-cook tamales to take home complete the experience. No vegetarian option will be offered. Limit 15. Sunday / December 5 / 12 – 3 p.m. Member: $48 / General Public: $58

tai chi Instructor Jake Rydberg has been a fulltime teacher of Tai Chi for more than a decade. His goal is to offer his students the traditions, techniques, skills and health that he has attained through Tai Chi. Since he was 18, he has visited China and other Asian countries regularly where he performs and trains in Tai Chi. Jake expands his practice by teaching hundreds of students every year.

Tai Chi

One of the most famous, effective and beneficial martial arts from China is Tai Chi Chuan. Some refer to Tai Chi as mediation in motion. Tai Chi form and breathing techniques reduce stress, stimulate the mind, bring life-giving oxygen to the body, and build healthy muscle and bone strength. Health and longevity aspects will also be covered. Qi Gong (Chi Kung) is incorporated into the warm-up and cool-down of the classes to give your body flexibility, power, core strength, mental focus and energy. Each class is limited to 20 students to ensure a personalized and encouraging atmosphere. Classes are primarily indoor and outdoor as weather permits.

Level I

Fall Session I

Wednesdays or Saturdays / 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 p.m.

Wednesdays / October 6, 13, 20, 27 OR

If new to Tai Chi or have completed ONE previous session.

Saturdays / October 9, 16, 23, 30 Member: $38 / General Public: $46

Level II

Fall Session II

Wednesdays or Saturdays / 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 a.m.

If you have completed TWO or THREE previous sessions.

Wednesdays / November 3, 10, 17, 24 OR Saturdays / November 6, 13, 20, 27 Member: $38 / General Public: $46

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children and family programs Seedlings Preschool

A science-based enrichment program for preschoolers. Young children discover the wonders of the desert alongside their caregiver in our naturebased preschool program. A theme is introduced each week with new discovery centers, songs to sing, yummy snacks and engaging activities to captivate young minds. Guided by caring and experienced teachers, Seedlings blends the Garden’s unique resources with imaginative and fun ways to learn about plants and animals in our desert backyard. We use music, stories, arts and crafts, nature walks, movement, touch and observation to explore the theme each week. Fall Session: October 26 – December 10

Classes available for 3-4 year olds: Limit: 12 children with an accompanying adult. Tuesday mornings / October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Wednesday mornings / October 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Friday mornings / October 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10 9:30 – 11:15 a.m.

Classes available for 4-5 year olds: Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult.

Tuesday afternoons / October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7 / 12:45 – 2:30 p.m. Thursday mornings / October 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9 / 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Thursday afternoons / October 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9 / 12:45 – 2:30 p.m. Winter Session: January 25 – March 4 Spring Session: March 22 – April 29

Class Fees: Full Year All 3 sessions (Fall, Winter, Spring) Member: $216 General Public: $270 A 10% discount is available if you sign up for the full year. Single Session Member: $80 per six-week session General Public: $100 per six-week session For winter and spring dates and daily schedule, please visit dbg.org/seedlings or call 480-481-8121.

Learning Labs

This science enrichment program is designed to help your child explore and understand the wonders of our Sonoran Desert. During the six-week session we will focus on a variety of natural science topics, using scientific tools and processes, as well as crafts, journaling, literature, and fun activities to understand the desert world we live in. Each day participants will enjoy an exploration hike, journaling and a fun, healthful snack. Our uniquely designed curriculum blends hands-on, inquiry-based learning with a dose of fun and is taught by enthusiastic Garden staff and volunteers.

Fall Session: October 26 – December 8 5 – 7 year olds Tuesdays / October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7 / 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult (optional) 8 – 11 year olds Thursdays / October 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9 / 9:15 – 11:15 a.m Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult (optional) 12 – 14 year olds Thursdays / October 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9 / 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Limit: 14 children with an accompanying adult (optional)

Class Fees: Member: $80 per six-week session General Public: $100 per six-week session To register visit dbg.org/education or call 480-481-8121.

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Desert Botanical Garden’s Desert Discovery Program for Girl Scouts Both Desert Discovery programs create a fun and memorable experience for girl scouts as they learn about life in the desert. Girls will experience nature first hand and connect with each other and our desert community. At the end of each program, they will share what they learned and then receive a Desert Discovery Activity patch. Daisy, Brownie and Junior troops can select the topic and time that works for them. • Bountiful Butterflies – Learn about the life cycle and habitat requirements of butterflies and visit the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion. Available October, November, March, April and May. Program fee: $8 / scout and $8 / chaperone • Sonoran Survivors – Where is the water, and why is it so warm? Participants will learn about conditions in a desert and how desert plants and animals are able to thrive in such an extreme place. Available October through May. Program fee: $6 / scout and $6 / chaperone October 2 – May 8 / 9 – 11 a.m. OR 1 – 3 p.m. Program capacity: 5 scouts minimum, 20 scouts maximum; 1 chaperone/4 scouts Registration opens online September 1. dbg.org/education

Sugar Skulls Add to your Día de los Muertos celebration with sugar skulls. Learn how to make and decorate sugar skulls in this family friendly workshop. The workshop will be taught by Carmen King, ASU Spanish and culture professor, and local folk artist Ricardo Ramirez. Instructors will give a brief history of this Day of the Dead tradition and share tips about how students can make their own skulls for altars, parties and gifts. All ages are welcome. Price includes child and accompanying adult. Limit 15. Saturday / October 16 / 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Member: $25 / General Public: $30

Family Night Star Party Join the East Valley Astronomy Club and Garden staff for this exciting family evening under twinkling stars. With a new moon above us, we will gaze at the planet Saturn and other sparkling celestial objects. Witness the wonders of the night sky and learn from a knowledgeable astronomer. Fun children’s activities, astronomy-themed games, great food and stargazing through a powerful telescope await children and adults alike. Bring a flashlight and binoculars if you have them; we will supply the fun! Limit 30. Saturday / November 6 / 6 – 8 p.m. Member Child: $10 (12 and under) Member Adult: $15 General Public Child: $12 (12 and under) General Public Adult: $20

How to be a Butterfly Family Program We will explore the wonderful world of butterflies this fall! Join us as we learn about some of the marvelous tools and tricks these beautiful creatures use to thrive in their habitat and why they are so important to other organisms. Participants will enjoy a family friendly learning environment as they look closely at those amazing wings, learn about the habitat and role of butterflies in our desert, create a beautiful butterfly craft to take home and go on a special tour of the Butterfly Pavilion. Recommended for families with children ages 6 -10. Limit 15. Saturday / November 7 / 1 – 3 p.m. Member Child: $10 Member Adult: $15 General Public Child: $12 General Public Adult: $20

Children Programs Open House Interested in our children’s programming? Come visit us during the The Great Pumpkin Festival! See the classrooms, meet the teachers and join in the fun activities. Included with festival admissions. Friday / October 22 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday / October 23 / 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. CALENDAR OF EVENTS

unique outings Fall in Arizona is a fantastic time to get out and experience one-of-a-kind outings celebrating the change of season and the comfortable temperatures. Consider these unique experiences from day trips to northern and southern Arizona to a nature weekend at a riparian ranch retreat to a spring tour of Hopi and Navajo lands.

Tohono O’odham Traditional Farm Tour and Culinary Experience Join Tohono O’odham Community Action (TOCA) to experience the beauty, culture and foods of the Tohono O’odham people of the desert. The visit begins with a trip to the TOCA traditional farm to learn about and view fields of traditional crops like tepary beans, O’odham squash and indigenous 60-day corn. Second stop is the Desert Rain Café, for a lunch of traditional, healthy and delicious O’odham foods like cholla cactus buds, white tepary beans, mesquite meal and prickly pear in both traditional and contemporary dishes. During lunch, a TOCA staff member will describe their work to revitalize culture and health, and share details about traditional foods. After lunch, there will be a hands-on basketry demonstration by a tribal member who will talk about basket materials, traditional designs and inspirations. A visit to TOCA’s Desert Rain Gallery will end the day. Price includes farm tour, lunch, basket weaving demonstration and visit to the gallery. Group will meet at the Tohono O’odham Nation Cultural Center and Museum in Topawa, about nine miles south of Sells in Pima County. Detailed information, driving directions and itinerary will be sent ahead of time. Limit 20. Friday / September 24 / 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Member: $65 ($85 with Garden transportation) General Public: $78 ($98 with Garden transportation)

Flagstaff in Fall Color: Photography in the Field Head to the cool fall colors of the aspens of San Francisco Peaks for this photography and nature workshop. Learn to shoot photographs like those taken by Garden photographer Adam Rodriguez in a class taught by the photographer himself. This workshop is for DSLR photographers wishing to improve their understanding of exposure, color composition, camera histogram, and the secrets to finding the shot. Also gain understanding of metering on location, selection of focal lengths, combination techniques in the field with a flash, and diffusion disc techniques. Participants will start this hands-on workshop with instruction and equipment check at a designated facility in Flagstaff, and then venture out in the Desert Botanical Garden 15-passenger van. The rest of the workshop is held outdoors, photographing aspen groves in the mountainous Flagstaff area. Transportation to and from aspen groves, snacks and picnic lunch will be provided. Limit 10. Saturday / October 9 / 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Roundtrip from meeting point in Flagstaff) Member: $140 / General Public: $168

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Lower Salt River Sunrise Float Trip

A Taste of Arizona: Desert Botanical Garden Tour of Sonoita Wineries Join us as we visit three wineries in beautiful southern Arizona to learn about the varietals and how they perform in the high desert. Come enjoy the fall weather and see the grape harvest season.

Join us for this truly unique experience of floating down a free-flowing river in the Sonoran Desert. The Lower Salt River contains one of the rarest ecosystems in North America, a riparian habitat in a desert environment. This early morning excursion will provide the opportunity to experience the beauty of a desert sunrise. The relaxing trip will provide many opportunities to view the abundant wildlife attracted to this oasis against a backdrop of the rugged desert landscape. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the rare riparian ecosystem. Price includes continental breakfast, professional guides, river raft, rafting safety gear, snacks, soft drinks and bottled water. Limit 18. Friday / November 5 / 6:30 – 10:30 a.m. (Roundtrip from meeting point at the Salt River) Member: $100 / General Public: $120

We start the day at the Wilhelm Family Vineyards where winemaker Karyl and husband Kevin lovingly tend to more than 7,000 grape vines planted on five acres. After a walk through the vineyard and tour of the production facility, enjoy a catered lunch and sample the Wilhelm wines. Next we visit the Kief-Joshua Vineyards, a family business with 10 acres planted in vines. Committed to sustainable agriculture, the owners refuse to use herbicides and pesticides on the crop. Instead, Baby Doll sheep graze between the rows on the green grass and weeds. They have also integrated wildlife into the fields, posting nesting boxes, bird houses and perches. Our final stop is at the oldest commercial vineyard in the region, now farming more than 40 acres of vines. Sonoita Vineyards was founded by Gordon Dutt, a retired soil scientist who established the first experimental vineyard more than 25 years ago. Like Kief-Joshua, the Sonoita winemakers are dedicated to preserving the unique ecosystem by recycling the remnants of the wine-making process. Limit 40. Trip includes: Round-trip transportation in a luxury motor coach Professional tour guide Catered lunch Wine tastings at three wineries Bottled water and snacks on board the coach Not included: Personal expenses Gratuities for driver and guide Note: This tour requires a minimum number of passengers in order to operate. Friday / October 22 / 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $138 / General Public: $166

Japanese Friendship Garden Tour and Tea Ceremony Escape to the Far East during this unique opportunity to visit the Phoenix Japanese Friendship Garden for a specially arranged private garden tour and tea ceremony. The Japanese Friendship Garden, Ro Ho En, is an authentic 3-1/2 acre Japanese Stroll Garden with tea garden and tea house located in central Phoenix. This tranquil and beautiful setting features more than 1,500 tons of hand selected stone, footbridges, more than 50 varieties of plants, flowing streams and waterfall, and a pond with more than 300 koi. The garden was designed by landscape architects from Himeji, Japan. The tea ceremony, conducted by a Tea Master from the Urasenke Foundation, is based on an elegant ritual dating back to 11th century Japan. Price includes roundtrip transportation, tea, snacks and hand-outs. For those driving themselves to the program, please arrive by 9:50 a.m. Limit 12. Tuesday / November 9 / 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $40 / General Public: $48 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

unique outings Rancho de los Caballeros: Experience the Sonoran Desert “Out Wickenburg Way”

Wallace Desert Gardens Do not miss an exclusive opportunity to view and enjoy a private collection of desert plants from around the world without leaving the Valley of the Sun. Travel to Wallace Desert Gardens in north Scottsdale for a gentle walking tour led by Wallace Desert Gardens and Desert Botanical Garden staff. This tour on private trails not open to the general public features interpretation of the plants, their ecological importance, and the relationships they share with their environment. Highlights include a covered 6,000 square foot cactus pavilion uniquely designed for climate control, a boojum tree forest, and world-renowned collection of Ephedra, in addition to beautifully manicured garden spaces. Price includes snacks and contribution to Wallace Desert Gardens. If you are driving yourself to the program, please plan to arrive by 9:20 a.m. Limit 20. Saturday / November 13 / 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $40 ($50 with Garden transportation) General Public: $48 ($58 with Garden transportation)

Sonoran Desert Landscape Restoration Tour This is an exclusive opportunity to tour Sonoran Desert landscape restoration projects in Metro Phoenix featuring award-winning design work by local landscape architects. The Garden, in collaboration with the Arizona Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects, is offering this specially arranged tour of restored Sonoran Desert landscapes, featuring the re-establishment of native plants and indigenous wildlife habitat. Projects include upland desert sites and riparian corridors. Each tour stop will be led by a project landscape architect, who will discuss design concepts, construction details and management recommendations. Price includes roundtrip transportation, picnic lunch, snacks and hand-outs. Limit 12. Saturday / November 20 / 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Member: $45 (includes Garden transportation) General Public: $54 (includes Garden transportation)

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Head out Wickenburg way for this popular seasonal outing featuring cowboy naturalist Richard Fredrickson of the famed Rancho de los Caballeros guest ranch in Wickenburg. This tour begins with a walk in the desert, treating nature lovers to a fabulous array of Sonoran Desert upland plant and animal species, local history, storytelling and ecology. The leisurely walk is loaded with nature interpretation and hands-on demonstrations, followed by a delicious lunch at the ranch’s historic cowboy-inspired dining room. This easy loop walk is approximately one and a half miles long with minimal elevation change but does have some short sections of loose rocks and gravel. Lunch, gratuities and snacks are included. Limit 20. Thursday / December 2 / 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Roundtrip from the Garden) Member: $50 ($70 with Garden transportation) General Public: $60 ($80 with Garden transportation)

travel and learning Kingdom of the Monarchs Join the Garden for one of the world’s most astounding natural events, the yearly migration of the delicate monarch butterfly. Every autumn, up to 300 million monarchs set flight on a remarkable 3,000-mile journey from northeastern U.S. and Canada to their ancestral wintering grounds in the volcanic mountains of central Mexico. Until recently, the location of their breeding grounds remained a mystery. Aided by some of Mexico’s most knowledgeable naturalist guides, our small group will encounter this moving phenomenon at three different sanctuaries in the spectacular Transvolcanic Mountain Range of Michoacan, Mexico. This singular experience is planned and guided by Natural Habitat Adventures, the premier nature travel company dedicated to providing guests with outstanding expeditions. The trip also has an extension option to Puerto Vallarta for humpback whale watching. Sunday – Friday / February 27 – March 4, 2011 $2,995 per person double occupancy, $545 single supplement

Aravaipa Canyon Natural History Adventure

For specific itinerary or registration information call 480-481-8146 or visit dbg.org/trips.

Join author and naturalist Lynn Hassler for an exciting three-day birding and natural history adventure in spectacular Aravaipa Canyon. Eight hundred foot canyon walls tower over the creek as it winds its way through a forest of cottonwood, sycamore and willow trees. The rare riparian area surrounded by Sonoran Desert provides for unique ecological diversity in the plant and wildlife in the canyon. We will meet and stay at the Aravaipa Canyon Ranch Lodge right on the creek, venturing out each day for new explorations including a hike into restricted portions of Aravaipa Canyon. This lush area supports many permanent bird residents plus migrants and other kinds of wildlife, including bighorn sheep and gila monsters. Hone your birding and outdoor awareness skills and learn to identify plants, birds and other wildlife. Sleeping accommodations range from single beds to multiple beds per room. Trip leader for the Garden will be Jack Gilcrest. Price includes lodging (two nights at Aravaipa Canyon Ranch), meals (Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast/lunch/dinner, Sunday breakfast/lunch), snacks, guides, Aravaipa Canyon hiking permits, and hand-outs. Limit 8. Friday – Sunday / October 1 – 3 / Arrive Friday 2 p.m., depart Sunday 4 p.m. Member: $375 per person double occupancy, $75 single supplement General Public: $450 per person double occupancy, $90 single supplement Wait list available for individual travelers interested in sharing a room. For registration or wait list call 480-481-8164.

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Land of the Hopi and Navajo Explore the stark sandstone geology and the rich cultures of Arizona’s Colorado Plateau in partnership with the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum. We will visit the Hopi Mesas and see artisans making pottery, silver jewelry and Kachina dolls. We will take a guided tour of Oraibi, where residents live in the traditional way, see petroglyphs and hear the Hopi creation story. The departure from Hopi Land will bring us past Old Oraibi, which has been continuously inhabited for 1100 years and is the site from which archeological wood specimens pushed the tree ring calendar back to 1200 A.D. Along the Hopi-Navajo border we stop at Coal Mine Canyon, where we study fossils and discuss the formation of its colorful, deep-cut canyon walls. We will see dinosaur tracks in the Chinle Formation outside of Tuba City, Anasazi cliff dwellings at Navajo National Monument (Betatakin Ruins) and a petrified coal swamp on Black Mesa. From Kayenta, we will take a Navajo-guided sunrise tour of Monument Valley. Then we will travel south to Canyon de Chelly, exploring White House Ruins, Antelope Ruins and seeing the sunset at Spider Rock, a 1,000 foot high sandstone spire. The following day takes us to the Hubbell Trading Post, where Navajo weavers offer their wares, then to the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert. The return drive through the scenic Salt River Canyon allows us to see The Great Unconformity, some 700 million years of missing geologic time seen between layers of rock.

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This week-long trip includes: • Back-road routes through Payson, Winslow, Tuba City, Ganado, Holbrook and Globe with discussion of the geology of southern, central and northern Arizona • An evening at the restored great railroad hotel La Posada in Winslow • One day and night on the Hopi Mesas at the Hopi Cultural Center • Home visits to silver and Kachina artisans • Cultural discourse with Hopi leader • Tour of old Oraibi, which has been continuously inhabited for 1100 years • Coal Mine Canyon walk, studying fossils and the incursions of ancient seas • Visit to Chinle Formation dinosaur tracks • Anasazi cliff dwelling walk at Navajo National Monument • The pre-Jurassic history of the red Navajo Sandstone • Navajo-guided sunrise tour of Monument Valley • Two nights in Canyon de Chelly • Horseback or four-wheel drive tour of Canyon de Chelly • Hubbell Trading Post guided tour • Opportunities to purchase Navajo rugs • Back-country walk through Petrified Forest and Painted Desert • Salt River Canyon stop at The Great Unconformity No hiking ability is necessary. Some walking is necessary. Price includes lodging, transportation, three lunches, three breakfasts, guide and jeep tour fees. Sunday – Saturday / April 24 – 30, 2011 $1,660 per person double occupancy, $350 single supplement. For specific itinerary and registration information: Call 520-883-3086 or log on to www.desertmuseum.org

planning workshop New! Unraveling the Mysteries of Long-Term Care October Planning Workshop • Are you a family member child facing responsibility for the care of an aging parent? • Are you beginning to plan for your own retirement? • Are you seeking long term care options or alternatives? • How will the current health care reforms affect your planning? On October 12 from 1 – 4 p.m., the Desert Botanical Garden Planned Giving Committee will offer a free workshop for volunteers, members, donors and staff seeking to unravel the mysteries of long-term care. Moderated by long-term care specialist Maryglenn Boals, the afternoon will include the perspectives of an elder-care estate planning attorney and a local homecare provider. Join us for an informative planning workshop to assist you in: • Clarifying tools available to you in solving the problem of care • Understanding legal perspectives and the need for holistic life planning • Comparing options to help facilitate shopping for a plan, securing homecare or identifying a retirement community Space is limited to 40 participants so secure your spot by contacting Susan Shattuck, gift planning officer at (480)941-3507 or sshattuck@dbg.org to register or to receive additional workshop details.

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education program information

Desert Botanical Garden members receive a 20% discount on education programs and pay the lower member fee listed. To become a member, go to dbg.org/membership.

Private Group Classes

Cancellation and Refund Policies

Many of the classes listed in the calendar, including photography, are available for private groups. Please contact the Steen Allard-Lawson, adult education manager, at 480-481-8164 or email slawson@dbg.org for prices and availability.

Refunds are available for cancellations made more than five business days prior to class start date, less a $20 fee. No refunds are available for cancellations made less than five business days prior to class start date. No refunds or credits will be given after the start date of the program. A full refund will be made in the event a program is cancelled by the Desert Botanical Garden. Refunds cannot be issued for missed class sessions. Please note that special cancellation policies apply to extended outings, trips and Seedlings Preschool Programs. Specific information is available at dbg.org.

Register Early Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis; please register early to ensure your space in the program. Programs may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Advance registration is required for all classes. Confirmation of your enrollment will be sent by email following your completed registration.

Register Online Take advantage of our secure online registration for classes, outings and trips, visit dbg.org/adultclasses. Select the programs that interest you and safely pay using your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card.

Phone

Call 480-481-8146 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m. Please have your Garden membership number and credit card ready when you call. If you reach our voicemail system, please leave your name, phone number and program you are inquiring about. Your call will be returned within 24 hours Monday-Friday.

Important Information Program sizes are limited to ensure quality, and we regret that receipt of your payment does not guarantee enrollment. Your enrollment will be confirmed by email. Should your program be unavailable, you will be contacted and your payment will be refunded. We value your questions, comments or suggestions regarding current or future programs offered by the Desert Botanical Garden. Please call 480-481-8146. Additional program information is available online at dbg.org.

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20% savings on single tickets to Arizona Opera Arizona Opera invites Desert Botanical Garden members to celebrate their 40th Anniversary Season! Tickets are available after August 29. Call their Box Office at 602-266-7464 and mention you’re a Desert Botanical Garden member. Visit the Arizona Opera’s website at azopera.com for complete season details.

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Enjoy the Benefits of Garden Membership • Free Garden Admission – 362 days • Free Butterfly Exhibit Admission – March-May and October-November. • Guest passes to the Garden and Butterfly Exhibit • Reciprocal admission & discounts at 200 other gardens, arboreta & conservatories • 30% Discount – Music/Jazz in the Garden concert tickets • 25% off purchases at Garden Shop Bi-Annual Members-Only Sale • 20% Discount on Guest Admissions • 20% Discount – Workshop/ Hike fees • 10% Discount – March/October Plant Sale purchases • 10% Discount – Garden Shop gifts and plants • Free subscriptions to Garden publications • Special subscription rate to Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine • Rental discounts on strollers and wheelchairs • Free Summer Flashlight Tours

$65 Aloe Vera Club (provides admission for one adult only and does not include children) – one guest pass, one free audio tour rental per visit The following membership levels provide benefits for two adults and members’ children/grandchildren age 18 and younger. $75 Senita Club – 2 guest passes, 2 free audio tour rentals per visit $100 Cholla Club – 4 guest passes, 2 free audio tour rentals per visit $150 Agave Century Club – 6 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals per visit, invitation to one exclusive event, and one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly $300 Boojum Tree Club – 8 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals per visit, invitation to one exclusive event, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour

❑ Check enclosed. Please make payable to Desert Botanical Garden Please bill my: ❑ Visa ❑ MasterCard ❑ AMEX ❑ Discover Card#__________________________________Exp._______________ ❑ Mr. & Mrs. ❑ Mr. ❑ Ms. ❑ Other Name_____________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ Phone_____________________________________________________ Email_____________________________________________________ ❑ Send me information about Volunteer Opportunities. For more information about Garden membership, contact Membership Helpline at 480-941-3517 or visit dbg.org

$500 Ocotillo Club – 10 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals per visit, invitation to two exclusive events, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour $700 Golden Barrel Club – 10 guest passes, 4 free audio tour rentals per visit, invitation to three exclusive events or programs, one-time recognition in The Sonoran Quarterly and new member Garden Discovery Tour Additional donor levels are available for annual gifts of $1,250 and higher. Please contact the Garden at 480-481-8147 for information about these levels.

Bequest:

The process of giving stocks, bonds, or any other assets to beneficiaries through the provisions of a will. The act of bequeathing. Something that is bequeathed a legacy, inheritance. A bequest is the easiest way to perpetuate support for the institutions and causes that you love. This charitable gift through a will or trust allows you to share values with generations to come. Your legacy will preserve what is important to you, and leave a reminder for children and grandchildren in the years ahead. Simply by including bequest language in your will or designating the Desert Botanical Garden as a beneficiary of your retirement assets, you can “Plant the Garden’s future.” Explore planned giving ideas at dbg. org or contact Susan Shattuck, gift planning officer, at 480-941-3507 or sshattuck@dbg.org. CALENDAR OF EVENTS 31

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1201 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85008 480-941-1225 | dbg.org

Open Daily

October-April / 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. May-September / 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Garden Closed

Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 25 and July 4

Plant Hotline

Desert Plant Questions planthotline@dbg.org or 480-481-8120 / Monday – Friday 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Garden Shop

Gifts and Plants 480-481-8113 / Open Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No admission required.

One-stop shopping experience for extraordinary gifts and plants. Garden Closes Early Jewelry, books, gourmet foods, September 24 / 3 p.m. decorative items and apparel are December 2, 3, 4, 5 / 4 p.m. Schilling Library just a few of the unique gifts you December 9, 10, 11, 12 / 4 p.m. 480-481-8133 / Weekdays will find. A wide selection of plants December 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 12 – 4 p.m. is available for your home, patio 23, 24 / 4 p.m. Find information about plants and and garden. 10% member discount. December 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 / 4 p.m. other desert topics in our special December 31 / 4 p.m. The Mission of the reference collection.

Admission Fees

Members are admitted free Adults: $15 Seniors: $13.50 (60 years and older) Students: $7.50 (13–18 & college with ID) Children: $5 (3–12) Children under 3 are admitted free

Free Admission Garden admission is free the second Tuesday of every month, from 1 – 8 p.m., September 9, October 14, November 11. Entry into the seasonal Monarch Butterfly Exhibit is also free from 1 - 5 p.m. Parking is limited.

Garden Information

480-941-1225 / Weekdays 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Membership Helpline

480-941-3517 / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. June – September (Weekdays) October – May (Daily)

Members receive personal assistance with any membership questions, renewals or problems purchasing tickets for special events.

Our Garden staff and volunteers have the resources and expertise to help you.

Patio Café

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The Garden’s commitment to the community is to advance excellence The Garden’s Patio Café offers in education, research, exhibition visitors a beautiful setting for and conservation of desert plants breakfast, lunch or a snack. Call of the world with emphasis on the 480-941-1225 for seasonal hours Southwestern United States. We will or to ask about group options and ensure that the Garden is always a facility rental information. compelling attraction that brings to Group Tours & Activities life the many wonders of the desert. Open Daily

For reduced group rates for ten or Join the Conversation more, call 480-481-8104 or go to Get the latest info for the Garden at dbg.org/groupsales.

Call Center

480-481-8188 January – September 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Weekends) October – December 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Weekends)

For special event ticketing, check dbg.org for current information.

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