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program guide • courses • lectures • events
Spring/Summer 2019
Bring Back the Birds
All about Clematis: Our Loveliest Vine
TBG program guide
course code
name and program
date
time PG
Lecture
Gardenlust: A Botanical Tour of the World’s Best New Gardens
Thursday, May 2
7:30 p.m.
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PG19S01
Botanical Art Spring 5 sessions
Thursdays, May 2 to 30
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
8
PG19S02
Simply Shrubs
Wednesday, May 8
7 to 9 p.m.
5
PG19S03
Aromatic Facial Firming Massage
Wednesday, May 8
7 to 9 p.m.
7
PG19S04
Bring Back the Birds
Thursday, May 9
7 to 8:30 p.m.
5
PG19S05
Classic Design Fundamentals I
Thursdays, May 9 to 30
6:30 to 9:30 p.m
10
PG19S06
Flower-pressed Necklace
Saturday, May 11
10 a.m. to noon
8
PG19S07
Tea and Cannabis
Tuesday, May 14
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
8
PG19S08
Essential Oils and Mental Health
Wednesday, May 15
7 to 9 p.m.
7
PG19S09
Mixology and Bitters 101
Wednesday, May 22
7 to 9 p.m.
8
PG19S10
Historical Period Design
Wednesdays, May 22 to June 12
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
10
PG19S11
Ornamental Ways to Handle Rainwater
Thursday, May 23
7 to 9 p.m.
5
PG19S12
Adding Height to Your Garden
Saturday, May 25
1 to 3:30 p.m.
5
PG19S13
All About Clematis: Our Loveliest Vine
Wednesday, May 29
7 to 9 p.m.
5
PG19S14
Essential Oils and Pregnancy
Thursday, May 30
7 to 8:30 p.m.
7
PG19S15
Seasonal Wellness Workshop
Sunday, June 2
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
7
PG19S16
Urban Potager
Monday, June 3
6:30 to 8 p.m.
6
PG19S17
Sogetsu Ikebana
Tuesdays, June 4 to 25
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
10
PG19S18
Classic Design Fundamentals II
Wednesdays, June 5 to 26
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
10
Lecture
Plants of Patagonia
Thursday, June 6
7:30 p.m.
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courses • lectures • events
course code
name and program
date
time PG
PG19S19
Floral Acrylic Painting Workshop
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9
1 to 4 p.m.
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PG19S20
DIY Natural Bug Repellent
Monday, June 10
7 to 9 p.m.
7
PG19S21
Botanical Art Summer 10 Sessions
Thursdays, June 13 to Aug. 15
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
8
PG19S22
Botanical Art Summer 5 Sessions
Thursdays, June 13 to Aug. 15
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
8
PG19S23
Fundamentals of Botanical Drawing
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
9
PG19S24
Smartphone Nature Photography for Beginners
Saturdays, June 15 & 22, Rain dates: Sundays, June 16 & 23
1 to 4 p.m.
9
PG19S25
Herbal Cordials: Sip and Stroll
Thursday, June 20
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
8
PG19S26
Enhance Your Garden’s Beauty
Tuesday, June 25
7 to 8 p.m.
6
PG19S27
Creative Nature Program
Saturdays, July 6 to 27
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
9
PG19S29
Make Your Own Mixed Berry Preserves
Sunday, July 7
1 to 3:30 p.m.
8
PG19S30
Modern Floral Design
Tuesdays, July 9 to 30
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
10
PG19S31
Better Sleep with Lavender
Wednesday, July 10
7 to 9 p.m.
7
PG19S33
AccessPoint Rooftop Garden Tour
Tuesday, July 16
6:30 to 8 p.m.
6
PG19S35
Seasonal Wellness Workshop
Sunday, July 21
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
7
PG19S37
Xeriscaping
Wednesday, Aug. 7
6:30 to 9 p.m.
6
PG19S38
Summer Floral Arrangement in Fruit
Wednesday Aug. 14
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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PG19S39
Make Your Own Peach Preserves and Jalapeno Jelly
Sunday, Aug. 18
1 to 3:30 p.m.
8
PG19S40
Natural Hair Care
Monday, Aug. 19
7 to 9 p.m.
7
PG19S41
Floral Acrylic Painting Workshop
Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 24 & 25
1 to 4 p.m.
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TBG program guide
tbg Lecture series The Toronto Botanical Garden is proud to present its spring and summer 2019 lecture series. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and lectures start at 7:30 p.m. Members FREE; members bring a friend $10; public $15; students (with ID) $12. Pre-register to reserve your spot at torontobotanicalgarden.ca/lectures.
Gardenlust: A Botanical Tour of the World’s Best New Gardens Thursday, May 2 Christopher Woods
World-renowned garden director and author Christopher Woods travelled the world for three years, seeking out 50 of the best contemporary gardens. He describes the most arresting features in locations like New Delhi and Dubai, mission-redefining botanic gardens in Chile and Australia, lavish private estates and gem-like city yards. Throughout, he reveals the fascinating people, plants and stories that make these gardens so lust-worthy. Christopher’s book Gardenlust will be available for purchase.
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Plants of Patagonia Thursday, June 6 Marcela Ferreyra
Marcela has spent her professional life studying and documenting the flora of Patagonia, much of which has been recorded in books and articles. Through photography and stories, she will take us on a tour of Patagonia’s most remote and strikingly beautiful places and introduce us to the incredibly diverse plants that exist there.
courses & Workshops Registration for spring and summer classes opens Tuesday, April 30, at 10 a.m. Additional registration information can be found at torontobotanical garden.ca/adult An individual membership at the TBG is just $45 per year. Purchase one today to start saving on adult programs. Pre-registration required for most courses.
Bring Back the Birds
Thursday, May 9, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Public $20; Members $16
The sights and sounds of birds provide a happy diversion in our busy lives. Learn how to attract feathered friends to your garden and provide them with the essentials of life through careful plant choice, design and maintenance. Students will go home with native plant seeds. [PG19S04] Colleen Cirillo Ornamental Ways to Handle Rainwater
Thursday, May 23, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
Sean will show you how to design and build a beautiful rain garden, focusing on garden placement and sizing, construction material and plant choices. [PG19S11] Sean James new Adding Height to Your Garden
Saturday, May 25, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
GARDENING & DESIGN new
Simply Shrubs
Wednesday, May 8, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
Learn how to use shrubs for beauty, wildlife-support and ease-of-care. Explore the best species options for specific soil and light conditions and for different garden types, including rain gardens. [PG19S02] Sean James
For vertical accents throughout the garden, practically any genus can provide beautiful exclamation points i.e., Fagus (beech), Acer, (maple), magnolia and even Japanese maples. Also, learn about the right shape, size and colour of various vertical structures to make such plants instantly visible while adding height. [PG19S12] Marion Jarvie All About Clematis: Our Loveliest Vine new
Wednesday, May 29, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
The ever popular clematis is loved for its great range of flower shapes and colours. Learn how to select, care for and prune different types. [PG19S13] Marion Jarvie
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TBG program guide Garden Design Certificate Offered in partnership with George Brown College, this certificate teaches a practical approach to designing gardens and landscapes for personal or professional interest. Classes are held at the downtown Toronto campus. coned.georgebrown.ca/gardening | 416-415-5000, ext. 2092 | celiberal@georgebrown.ca new
near the busy intersection of the Danforth and Victoria Park. This 6,000-square foot garden produces about 500 kg of organic food annually, in soil only 7 inches deep. This is inspiration at its finest. [PG19S33] Lara Mrosovsky
Urban Potager
Monday, June 3, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Public $20; Members $16
Do you want to grow vegetables, but crave a well-designed landscape? If so, try a potager garden! This approach combines the principles of food production and design, creating spaces that are both ornamental and productive. Students will learn about placement, construction, maintenance, companion planting and much more. [PG19S16] Elizabeth Stewart new Enhance Your Garden’s Beauty
Tuesday, June 25, 7 to 8 p.m. Public $20; Members $16
Learn how to maximize the beauty of your garden, no matter the location, soil and light conditions or budget. Special attention will be paid to the diversity of foliage types available that add colour, contrast and texture to gardens year round. [PG19S26] Helen Battersby AccessPoint Rooftop Garden Tour new
Tuesday, July 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Public $20; Members $16
Tour one of Toronto’s largest and most productive rooftop gardens, located
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Xeriscaping
Wednesday, Aug. 7, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
Conserving water in the garden is a noble objective. Luckily, a great diversity of water-wise plants is available to gardeners. These plants, and a few tweaks to maintenance, will help gardeners save water as well as money. [PG19S37] Sean James
courses • lectures • events Seasonal Wellness Workshop Public $60; Members $48
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Aromatic Facial Firming Massage new
Wednesday, May 8, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Learn how to firm facial muscles and improve lymphatic drainage through self-massage with essential oils. Students will take home a sample of the facial serum used in class. [PG19S03] Lily Lin and Corinna Taverna, certified aromatherapists new Essential Oils and Mental Health
Wednesday, May 15, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
This session will provide an overview of how to support positive mental health. You will learn how essential oils can improve well-being in general, and more specifically, how they can help reduce depression, anxiety, low selfesteem and more. [PG19S08] Leslie Bennett new Essential Oils and Pregnancy
Thursday, May 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Learn how essential oils can help manage common pregnancy ailments including morning sickness, stretch marks, nausea, maternal anxiety and lack of sleep. Take a tincture with you to try at home. [PG19S14] Kimberley Lugsdin and Leslie Bennett
Take a break from your busy life and join us for an earth-based day of learning, exploring and connecting. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities that will enhance your connection to nature and elevate your mind, body and spirit. [PG19S15] Jane New, Sunday, June
2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Or [PG19S35] Jane New, Sunday, July
21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. new
DIY Natural Bug Repellent
Monday, June 10, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Many essential oils are excellent insect repellents including citronella, eucalyptus, lemongrass and peppermint. Learn how to make your own essential oil repellent for mosquitos, ants and even bed bugs. [PG19S20] Lily Lin and Corinna Taverna Better Sleep with Lavender new
Wednesday, July 10, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Most commonly used for its calming properties, lavender is the most versatile of all essential oils. Explore different types of lavender products and create your own lavender foot balm and pillow spray to improve sleep. [PG19S31] Lily Lin and Corinna Taverna new
Natural Hair Care
Monday, Aug. 19, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Learn how to make natural aromatic shampoo and conditioner using essential oils. Students will take home samples. [PG19S40] Lily Lin and Corinna Taverna
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FOOD & DRINK new
Tea and Cannabis
Make Your Own Mixed Berry Preserves
Tuesday, May 14, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Public $30; Members $24
Sunday, July 7, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Public $40, Members $32
Explore the similarities and differences of two popular plants –tea and cannabis– and learn about terpenes, the organic compounds that give these and all plants their distinct flavour and smell. [PG19S07] Raelene Gannon
Learn how to make delicious berry medley jam and strawberry marmalade using fresh in season fruits. Leave with delicious treats as well as a greater understanding of the preserving process. Materials included in the cost. [PG19S29] Millean Kung Make Your Own Peach Preserves and Jalapeno Jelly Sunday, Aug. 18, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Public $40, Members $32
In this session, students will use fresh peaches for a peach jam and jalapeños for a jalapeño jelly to take home. Leave with delicious treats as well as a greater understanding of the preserving process. [PG19S39] Millean Kung Mixology and Bitters 101
Wednesday, May 22, 7 to 9 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Phil and Maria from Kinsip House of Fine Spirits will demonstrate the basic techniques of mixology, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required to mix their own impressive cocktails with ease. Bitters will be featured prominently. [PG19S09] Phil D’Mello and Maria Hristova Herbal Cordials: Sip and Stroll Thursday, June 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Public $40; Members $32
Enjoy a leisurely evening stroll through the garden while sipping a variety of delicious herbal cordials. Cordial recipes and herbal notes will be shared for your future plant adventures. [PG19S25] Danette Steele
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ART & PHOTOGRAPHY
Botanical Art Work at your own pace and develop your own painting style in this relaxed class with experienced instructor Leslie Staple. All skill levels welcome. Bring watercolour materials and an inspirational subject. Spring Session
Thursdays, May 2 to 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. [PG19S01] FIVE SESSIONS:
Public $174; Members $139 Summer Session
Thursdays, June 13 to Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. [PG19S21] FULL SESSION: TEN CLASSES Public $336;
Members $268 [PG19S22] HALF SESSION: ANY FIVE CLASSES Public $174; Members $139
courses • lectures • events Fundamentals of Botanical Drawing
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Public $80; Members $64
In this two-day workshop, learn how to produce realistic botanical drawings using graphite with the help of detailed, step-by-step demonstrations, instructional handouts and individual attention. The workshop is best suited to students with some drawing experience. [PG19S23] Michael Spillane
Flower-pressed Necklace new
Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to noon Public $48; Members $38
Make a one-of-a-kind necklace with pressed flowers and learn basic flower-pressing techniques, including when and which flowers to pick and how to store them. Materials included in the cost. [PG19S06] Gabriela Delworth Floral Acrylic Painting Workshop new
Public $48; Members $38
Learn to paint flowers from photos in this two-day workshop by experienced art instructor, Ashley. He will share basic acrylic painting techniques including composition, colour mixing, shape simplification and brush strokes, and help students create art work to be proud of. Class materials are not included in the price. [PG19S19] Ashley Nitkin Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9, 1 to 4 p.m.
Or [PG19S41] Ashley Nitkin -
Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 24 & 25, 1 to 4 p.m.
Smartphone Nature Photography for Beginners
Saturdays, June 15 & 22, 1 to 4 p.m. Rain dates: Sundays, June 16 & 23 Public $48; Members $38
Learn how to capture the wonders of nature using your Android or iPhone camera in this two-day workshop. Alan will cover lighting, composition and editing with photo apps. A portion of the workshop will be spent outdoors shooting in the garden and along Wilket Creek. [PG19S24] Alan Li new
Creative Nature Program
Saturdays, July 6 to 27, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take all four classes and save: Public $100; Members $84 Take individual ones: Public $30; Members $24
Take inspiration from nature and discover your creativity in this fun series of classes in which a new activity is tried every week. Week 1: linocut printmaking; Week 2: cyanotype printing; Week 3: paper bird kites, and Week 4: pinhole camera photography. All skill levels welcome. Materials included. [PG19S27] Alan Li
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FLORAL DESIGN
This series of hands-on courses is taught by accredited floral design judges from the Garden Clubs of Ontario and is suitable for both personal and professional interest. Courses marked with the floral emblem can be applied to the Floral Design Certificate. Course fees do not include flowers or supplies, unless otherwise stated. Students must purchase these on their own at a cost of $50 to $60 per class. A materials list will be e-mailed prior to the start date of each class.
of flower arranging. The Sogetsu School of Ikebana reflects modern lifestyles and focuses on encounters between two ever-changing entities: humans and nature. A one-time materials fee of $80 will be due at first class. Prerequisites: Fundamentals I & II. [PG19S17] Ada Hirschler
Classic Design Fundamentals I
Thursdays, May 9 to 30, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; Members $155
This course is the prerequisite to all other courses in TBG’s Floral Design Certificate program. Learn the fundamentals such as how to select and condition flowers, how to use floral design equipment and how to achieve different types of designs. [PG19S05] Lillian Taggart Historical Period Design
Wednesdays, May 22 to June 12, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; Members $155
This course will focus on flowers from the Dutch Flemish, French Rococo, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Nouveau periods. Learn about the architecture, fine art, decor and visual arts of each period to create beautiful floral art. Prerequisites: Fundamentals I & II. [PG19S10] Margaret Taylor Sogetsu Ikebana
Tuesdays, June 4 to 25, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; Member $155
Ikebana is the ancient Japanese art form
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Classic Design Fundamentals II
Wednesdays, June 5 to 26, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; Members $155
In this follow-up to Classic Design Fundamentals I students gain a deeper understanding of traditional design and plant material as well as the importance of colour and colour harmonies. Discover a new design style each week: a hand-tied bouquet, a vertical line design, a Hogarth Curve and an asymmetrical mass design. [PG19S18] Ursula Eley Modern Floral Design
Tuesdays, July 9 to 30, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; Member $155
Explore the world of modern design through this structured series of teachings covering Modern Line, Modern Line Mass, Modern Mass and Layer Design. You will be challenged
courses • lectures • events to create unique arrangements that fit the mould of each particular style while showing personal flair. Prerequisites: Fundamentals I & II. [PG19S30] Celia Roberts
contact Kirk Davis at kirk.davis@ hotmail.com
Summer Floral Arrangement in Fruit
This exhibit features works created with plant material from urban wild areas. Ted manipulates the plant matter to make it something new: a vehicle for contemplation, poetic allusions and elegant thought.
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Wednesday, Aug. 14, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $65; Members $52
Create a beautiful centrepiece that can be used indoors and outdoors, using a fruit as the base. Friends and family will be wowed by this unique, super fresh decor. No experience necessary. Materials included in the cost. Registration closes Aug. 7. [PG19S38] Margaret Taylor
WESTON FAMILY LIBRARY
Canada’s largest private horticultural library is open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends, noon to 4 p.m. Search the online library catalogue at https://library.torontobotanicalgarden.ca/ TBG Book Club Discuss books with gardening themes. Open to TBG and Book-Lover members only. Last Wednesday of every month, 7 to 8:30 p.m. FREE For more information and to register, contact Jan Neuman at janneuman@ rogers.com or 416-656-8246. Authors of Soul Garden Chapter Poetry Group Share your poetry with this friendly group, meet other writers and get inspired. Last Monday of every month, 6:30 to 8 p.m. FREE For more information and to register,
Art Shows Art of Ted Karkut April 2 to June 30
Lana Hovinga
July 3 to Sept. 27
This series of large-scale acrylic and ink paintings takes its inspiration from the natural world and is informed by the artist’s unique perspective as a landscape designer. Each piece examines a plant in bold colours. Our native lady slipper orchid, the common tiger lily and the humble thistle each take on a fresh focus when enlarged and seen up close. WILKET CREEK RAVINE TOURS TBG is poised to become a steward of the adjacent Wilket Creek ravine. In anticipation of this, we are offering free one-hour tours detailing the ravine’s history, ecology and environmental challenges. For more information and dates visit torontobotanicalgarden.ca/tours
Garden Travel
Garden Tours that exceed your expectations with Margaret DaileyPlouffe. For a list of upcoming tours, please visit hnatravels.com Support the TBG and mention that you saw it here! A portion of registrations from these tours supports our programs.
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special events TBG Plant Sale Members only: Thursday, May 9,
Zimbabwean artists, displayed throughout the gardens. Free admission
Open to the public: Friday, May 10,
SPECIAL TALK Sculpture in the Garden
noon to 8 p.m.
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, May 11 & 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mother’s Day Plant Café
Sunday, May 12, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $35 per person
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Toronto Botanical Garden’s Plant Sale. Treat your mom to lunch prepared by The Food Dudes at TBG’s pop up indoor/ outdoor Plant Café. The Blossom Party
Tuesday, May 28, VIP Reception: 6 to 7 p.m. Main Event: 7 to 9:30 p.m.
This year, TBG’s most glamorous event moves to the evening. Mark’s Choice Through the Garden Gate—The Beach
June 8 & 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
32nd annual curated garden tour featuring 21 spectacular private gardens in The Beach.
Thursday, July 11, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Public $35; Members $28
Learn how to select and place sculptures in the garden. ZimSculpt curator Vivienne Croisette will walk you through tips and trade secrets for bringing art into the outdoor environment. SPECIAL WORKSHOP Stone Carving—Kids
Sunday, July 21, 10 a.m. to noon Public $45; Members $36
This children’s workshop introduces stone carving in its simplest form. Participants are shown how to use tools safely and how to carve a basic sculpture to take home. For ages 8 to 14.
For more details on upcoming events visit torontobotanicalgarden.ca/enjoy
ZimSculpt
Saturday, June 29 to Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019
Dazzling exhibition of hand-carved stone sculptures by contemporary
ABOUT THE TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) offers year-round learning experiences for all ages including courses, events, tours, day camps and the Weston Family Library. TBG is a registered charity (No. BN11922 7486 R0001). For more information, visit torontobotanicalgarden.ca or call 416-397-1341.
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