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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Speed Painting Fruit & Vegetables: The Art Strategic Bold Watercolor
Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
In this class we will work from multiple still life fruits and veggies on smaller sheets of paper. Learn More about Speed Painting Fruit & Vegetables: The Art Strategic Bold Watercolor
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Starting a Vegetable Garden
Single session on Thursday, May 2 or Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 5–7 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Get a crash course in vegetable gardening! Learn More about Starting a Vegetable Garden
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Wednesday, May 8; Tuesday, May 21; or Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Waitlist Only
The class will identify and view plant characteristics during sessions on BBG grounds. Learn More about Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Designing with Summertime Blooms
Single session on Tuesday, May 21 or Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
The instructor will offer step-by-step instruction—from palette selection and flower care to professional techniques. Learn More about Designing with Summertime Blooms
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Tai Chi & Qigong for Beginners
5 Fridays: May 10–June 7, 2024 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Tai chi and qigong exercises improve balance, increase blood circulation, relax your mind and body, and increase your internal energy. Learn More about Tai Chi & Qigong for Beginners
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Tai Chi & Qigong Intermediate Class
5 Fridays: May 10–June 7, 2024 | 1–2 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Tai chi and qigong exercises improve balance, increase blood circulation, relax your mind and body, and increase your internal energy. Learn More about Tai Chi & Qigong Intermediate Class
Friday, May 10, 2024
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Summer Awakening: Walking Meditation
Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Preregistration Required
No experience with meditation necessary. Bring a little notepad and pencil. Learn More about Summer Awakening: Walking Meditation
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Chinese Brush Painting
5 Saturdays: June 8–July 6, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Learn to paint in the Chinese style using a bamboo brush, ink, and rice paper. Learn More about Chinese Brush Painting
Saturday, June 8, 2024
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Native Gardening Intensive
Saturday, July 13, 2024 | 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Immerse yourself in a full day of native gardening instruction in this indoor/outdoor class at BBG. Learn More about Native Gardening Intensive
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
DIY Soils and Fertilizers
Saturday, July 13, 2024 | 1–2:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Get your hands dirty learning how to properly replant a houseplant and a succulent using potting mixes you've created here. Learn More about DIY Soils and Fertilizers
Saturday, July 13, 2024
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
How to Choose the Right Plant for Your Home or Office
Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn to make the right plant choices to suit the conditions of your home or office space. Learn More about How to Choose the Right Plant for Your Home or Office
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Health & Wellness Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Natural Perfume Blending
Single session on Saturday, June 22 or Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Gain a basic understanding of the sense of smell, the history of perfume, the advent of synthetic ingredients, and the return to naturals. Learn More about Natural Perfume Blending
Saturday, July 20, 2024
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Horticulture Certificate | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Soil Management (online)
6 Weekly Sessions beginning Tuesday, June 25 or Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | Preregistration Required
Healthy soil is the foundation for a healthy garden ecosystem and abundant crops. Learn More about Soil Management (online)
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Floral Design Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Wood, Wire, and Other Ways
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | 6–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn some next steps in floral design mechanics from natural techniques to bending chicken wire. Learn More about Wood, Wire, and Other Ways
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Floral Embroidered Tote Bags
Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Students will learn how to draw out lettering, create their lettering, and add floral additions that combine multiple stitches. Learn More about Floral Embroidered Tote Bags
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Cyanotype Printmaking
Saturday, July 27, 2024; Rain date: Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 12:30–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
In this workshop, students will create handmade botanical cyanotype prints using the grounds of BBG as our studio. Learn More about Cyanotype Printmaking
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Food Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Summer Mocktails
Single session on Saturday, July 27 or Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This class will introduce you to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds, and berries in a range of alcohol-free beverages. Learn More about Summer Mocktails
Saturday, July 27, 2024
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Art Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Cross-Stitch Still Life
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 11 a.m.– 3 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This cross-stitch houseplant pattern will help bring more green into your apartment. Learn More about Cross-Stitch Still Life
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Food Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Summer Mocktails
Single session on Saturday, July 27 or Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This class will introduce you to the wonders of using leaves, flowers, barks, seeds, and berries in a range of alcohol-free beverages. Learn More about Summer Mocktails
Saturday, August 3, 2024
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Nature Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Tree ID 101
Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
If you’re new to tree identification or need a refresher, this class is for you. Learn More about Tree ID 101
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Gardening Classes | Continuing Education Classes Don't Miss
Create Your Own Herbarium
2 Saturdays: August 17, 2024 | 1–3:30 p.m.; August 31, 2024 | 1–2:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
During this two-part workshop, learn to press plants and the art of plant preservation. Learn More about Create Your Own Herbarium