Botanical Master Class: 6 Part Online Series

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$150 Non-Member / $120 Member A 6-Part Online Master Class Series Instructed by Naturalist Jeff Babson From their evolutionary roots to the pinnacle of their evolution, the flowering plants. Enjoy the entire master c......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$150 Non-Member / $120 Member A 6-Part Online Master Class Series Instructed by Naturalist Jeff Babson From their evolutionary roots to the pinnacle of their evolution, the flowering plants. Enjoy the entire master class and get one class FREE. You will receive all of the video replays from past classes, and you will receive video replays as upcoming classes conclude. All six classes take place via Zoom and come with a video replay you can enjoy at your convenience. Class Dates: 3/27, 4/16, 5/15, 6/26, 7/10, 8/21 List of Classes in this SeriesThe Evolution of Plants Friday, March 27, 10 am – 12 pm The evolution of plants is one of the most important stories of life on Earth. From single-celled algae in the sea to towering redwoods and the spectacular diversity of flowering plants, they have made all other life possible. This class traces the remarkable story of the evolution of plants. Mosses, Hornworts, and Liverworts Thursday, April 16, 10 am – 12 pm Mosses, hornworts, and liverworts are small plants that can be easily overlooked.  However, they represent a crucial stage in the evolution of land plants.  They also differ from other land plants in some key respects.  This class delves into these important plants. Ferns and Their Allies Friday, May 15, 10 am – 12 pm Ferns and their relatives were once the dominant land plants on Earth and they still form important components of ecosystems around the world.  In this class we explore the diversity and natural history of ferns, horsetails, and other plants known collectively as pteridophytes. Gymnosperms Friday, June 26, 10 am – 12 pm Gymnosperms include such familiar plants as pines, firs, spruces, gingkoes, and many others. They make up a large part of northern and mountain forests but also occur in more arid areas. This class looks at the diversity and natural history of these plants. Flowering Plants – Part 1 Friday, July 10, 10 am – 12 pm Flowering plants are the crown of plant evolution and are the dominant plants on Earth.  They are so diverse that they require 2 classes to just begin the conversation about them!  This class introduces flowering plants, also called angiosperms, discussing features that unite them and begin our survey of flowering plant families known as monocots. Flowering Plants – Part 2 Friday, August 21, 10 am – 12 pm We conclude our survey of plants by continuing our exploration of flowering plants.  We dive into some of the remaining families of flowering plants that are collectively called dicots.  Like the plants discussed in Flowering Plants Part 1, many of these plants will be familiar, while others you may never have heard of before. Instructor Jeff BabsonJeff Babson is an all-around naturalist, with particular interest in birds, butterflies, moths, beetles and dragonflies. Owner of Sky Island Tours, an environmental education and eco-tour company, Jeff has led birding tours for the Tucson Botanical Gardens, Pima County Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and several birding festivals in southern Arizona (Wings over Willcox, Southwest Wings, Tucson Birding and Nature Festival). He lives in Vail with his wife and two children. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Dog Days of Summer

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensGarden AdmissionDog Admission is $5 Dog Days of Summer returns June 1! Bring your furry friend along with you for morning garden walks and soak up the smells and sunshine! Enjoy breakfast or brunch with your pup when you stop by ......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensGarden AdmissionDog Admission is $5 Dog Days of Summer returns June 1! Bring your furry friend along with you for morning garden walks and soak up the smells and sunshine! Enjoy breakfast or brunch with your pup when you stop by Edna’s Eatery for delicious food and a special dog-friendly menu. All dogs receive a free treat upon entry! Make sure to stock up on more delicious dog treats in the Garden Gift Shop on your way home.Get a Dog Membership to enjoy unlimited summer walks! (available for purchase in-person only) Dog members receive a 2026 Dog Member tag, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers doggie bandana, and a Raising Cane’s lemonade coupon.$20 for one dog+$10 for additional dogs**limit 3 dogs per membership Good Pups of the Week Photo Submissions! When you bring your furry friend to visit during Dog Days of Summer, snap a pic and upload it here. Your pup could be featured on our ‘Good Pups of the Week’ social media pages and the welcome board at the Gardens! Submit Your PhotosSupport for our Summer Sips Water Bowls from Support for our Doggie Treats from Upcoming ClassesClasses, Nature & Ecology GymnospermsJune 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Special Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Classes, Art Paper Mache Talavera Moon: Design & Paint WorkshopJuly 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology Flowering Plants – Part 1July 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Gymnosperms

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Gymnosperms include such familiar plants as pines, firs, spruces, gingkoes, and many others. They make up a large part of northern and mountain forests but also occur in more arid areas. T......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Gymnosperms include such familiar plants as pines, firs, spruces, gingkoes, and many others. They make up a large part of northern and mountain forests but also occur in more arid areas. This class looks at the diversity and natural history of these plants. Instructor Jeff BabsonJeff Babson is an all-around naturalist, with particular interest in birds, butterflies, moths, beetles and dragonflies. Owner of Sky Island Tours, an environmental education and eco-tour company, Jeff has led birding tours for the Tucson Botanical Gardens, Pima County Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and several birding festivals in southern Arizona (Wings over Willcox, Southwest Wings, Tucson Birding and Nature Festival). He lives in Vail with his wife and two children. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Closing Reception: Walking with Kings

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister HereThis event is free. Registration recommended. Join Vicky Stromee & Cetherine Harold to close out their photography exhibit, Walking with Kings. Raffle winners will be pulled and announced during the event! walking wi......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister HereThis event is free. Registration recommended. Join Vicky Stromee & Cetherine Harold to close out their photography exhibit, Walking with Kings. Raffle winners will be pulled and announced during the event! walking with kingsEnter the Raffle!Raffle TicketsUpcoming ClassesClasses, Nature & Ecology GymnospermsJune 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Special Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Classes, Art Paper Mache Talavera Moon: Design & Paint WorkshopJuly 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology Flowering Plants – Part 1July 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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Paper Mache Talavera Moon: Design & Paint Workshop

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$85 Non-Member / $68 Member Class Capacity 12 Talavera is a very unique and beautiful design form from Puebla, Mexico. Puebla is the only state of Mexico that has this unique art design form in all of Mexico. In this ......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$85 Non-Member / $68 Member Class Capacity 12 Talavera is a very unique and beautiful design form from Puebla, Mexico. Puebla is the only state of Mexico that has this unique art design form in all of Mexico. In this class, you will learn simple ways of creating Talavera designs on a paper mache crescent moon. You will trace Talavera designs and paint the designs with bright, multicolored acrylic paints. Each student goes home with a new piece of handmade art. Instructor Sandy VillegasBorn in Puebla, Mexico, Sandy has always loved art making drawings and doodling when she got the chance. Her family moved to Sonora, Mexico and after a couple years she decided to come to the United States. She married a military man and while raising two children received an Associate Degree in Digital Arts. Some time passes before her daughter, Brittany, found an art project making paper flowers. Soon Sandy found herself making flowers and a business was born. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Flowering Plants - Part 1

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Flowering plants are the crown of plant evolution and are the dominant plants on Earth.  They are so diverse that they require 2 classes to just begin the conversation about them!  This cl......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Flowering plants are the crown of plant evolution and are the dominant plants on Earth.  They are so diverse that they require 2 classes to just begin the conversation about them!  This class introduces flowering plants, also called angiosperms, discussing features that unite them and begin our survey of flowering plant families known as monocots. Instructor Jeff BabsonJeff Babson is an all-around naturalist, with particular interest in birds, butterflies, moths, beetles and dragonflies. Owner of Sky Island Tours, an environmental education and eco-tour company, Jeff has led birding tours for the Tucson Botanical Gardens, Pima County Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and several birding festivals in southern Arizona (Wings over Willcox, Southwest Wings, Tucson Birding and Nature Festival). He lives in Vail with his wife and two children. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus Teacher

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister$24 Member / $30 Non-Member Join TBG’s cactus/succulent expert, horticulturalist, and artist, Henry Wilch, as we learn lessons about boundaries, resilience, and patience with the guardians of the Sonoran Desert. We begin ......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister$24 Member / $30 Non-Member Join TBG’s cactus/succulent expert, horticulturalist, and artist, Henry Wilch, as we learn lessons about boundaries, resilience, and patience with the guardians of the Sonoran Desert. We begin early with a guided walk around the renowned Cactus & Succulent Garden, learning secrets and stories along with Henry. Then, we’ll move into a propagating and caretaking workshop, where each participant will take home their own succulent after learning about the best tips and strategies for care. We’ll conclude by discussing the learnings that cacti and succulents have for humans, and how we can work together to support one another.  instructor Henry WilchHenry Wilch is a horticulturist, artist, naturalist and gardener at Tucson Botanical Gardens. A native Tucsonan, the desert’s resilience and diversity has always informed him and his work. Through observation and practice, he expands on a deep appreciation of our home and all its’ inhabitants. At Tucson Botanical Gardens he looks after the wide array of cacti and succulents while channeling his creativity through artistic plantings. Pairing a curiosity and enthusiasm, he is eager to learn and often looks to the cryptic cacti as a teacher. Upcoming ClassesClasses, Nature & Ecology GymnospermsJune 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Special Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Classes, Art Paper Mache Talavera Moon: Design & Paint WorkshopJuly 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology Flowering Plants – Part 1July 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

It’s Too Darn Hot: The Desert Monsoon Season in Your Container Gardens

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Getting through Summer heat usually means both you AND your plants are tired. But you want something colorful to look at from your air-conditioned chair. Join Marylee, the desert’s potted ......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Getting through Summer heat usually means both you AND your plants are tired. But you want something colorful to look at from your air-conditioned chair. Join Marylee, the desert’s potted garden expert, for this colorful workshop on container gardens for your desert home. In this jam-packed presentation, Marylee shares what you can do to perk up your pots for the next couple of months. Instructor Marylee PangmanMarylee Pangman founded The Contained Gardener in 1998 as a niche business in the desert community of Tucson, Arizona.  Since then, Marylee has been compelled to share all that she has learned about container gardening over 3 decades of blistering summers and record breaking winters. Marylee sees container gardening as a way to have an oasis garden while conserving water as the demands of pots are far less than heavily planted areas and beds. You can find Marylee’s books, Getting Potted in the Desert, and Riley’s Garden Oasis at the Garden Gift Shop. These two books are excellent resources for creating and caring for potted gardens, advice on container selection, plant lists and much more. https://thepotteddesert.com Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Flower and Butterfly Bracelet Workshop

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$45 Non-Member / $36 Member Class Capacity 11 There’s a whole flower garden on a single bead! This bracelet has a large focal bead of hand-made lamp-worked glass. The tiny flowers are delicately placed and beautifully......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$45 Non-Member / $36 Member Class Capacity 11 There’s a whole flower garden on a single bead! This bracelet has a large focal bead of hand-made lamp-worked glass. The tiny flowers are delicately placed and beautifully colored, and a butterfly completes the bracelet. All materials and tools will be provided by the artist, and no experience is necessary. Each bracelet will be sized to fit the participant, and each participant will leave with a finished piece.   Instructor Dee TaubeI have always loved art, so while growing up I took all the art classes that were offered in school. I was drawn to art beyond being content to just appreciate it, but during my working career making time for art seemed a luxury to be put on hold for the future. Somehow I found jewelry making and fell in love with it. It enabled me to work with color, design, and texture, it was a great stress-reliever, an outlet for my creativity, and it nurtured my soul. When I became a member of an artists’ co-op in Colorado Springs, I was constantly admiring the work created by the glass artists there, and one day one of them offered to teach me how to fuse glass. I was hooked. Creating fused glass art has taught me to appreciate all art even more than I did before. It is always a learning experience. But when everything goes right, the end result brings me joy and nurtures my soul, as I always hope it will for those who see my art. Learning, enjoying and creating art is an ongoing journey. Each new piece guides its own design and helps me grow as an artist. I love it! Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesSpecial Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Horticultural Therapy Caring for Caregivers: The Cactus TeacherJuly 11 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Special Opening Reception: Artistry in FiberAugust 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Summer Survival Kit with Essential Oils

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Class Capacity 24 Explore a collection of versatile oils that can help carry us through the Sonoran summer.  We’ll learn about oils to assist with heat, stress, travel, outdoor adventures, ......More

Opening Reception: Quilts in the GardensRegister Here$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Class Capacity 24 Explore a collection of versatile oils that can help carry us through the Sonoran summer.  We’ll learn about oils to assist with heat, stress, travel, outdoor adventures, and everyday self-care, along with safe and practical ways to incorporate them into your daily routine. Guided step-by-step by aromatherapist Kerry Cummins, participants will create their own personalized Sonoran summer blend to take home. Instructor Kerry CumminsKerry is a holistic skincare therapist, energy expert, and sound healing practitioner with more than 30 years of experience. She is passionate about helping people feel more beautiful in their skin, better in their bodies, and guiding them to tap into their inner wisdom. As a certified aromatherapist, she enjoys creating natural herbal-based formulas that are effective, nourishing, and eco-conscious. Kerry is the owner of HiVibe Healing Arts in Tucson, Arizona, where she offers services, workshops, and sound baths.  Contact Kerry at (520) 448-1060 or [email protected]. Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo refund will be issued less than 15 days prior to any Community Class. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be issued for special events. We reserve the right to cancel Community Classes due to insufficient registration, garden closure, or inclement weather, in which case, participants will receive a full refund. People with disabilities should make requests for accommodation as early as possible to allow time to make appropriate arrangements. Upcoming ClassesClasses, Nature & Ecology GymnospermsJune 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Special Closing Reception: Walking with KingsJune 28 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Classes, Art Paper Mache Talavera Moon: Design & Paint WorkshopJuly 6 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Classes, Nature & Ecology Flowering Plants – Part 1July 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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