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draWing BirdSlearn techniques for sketching birds. page 10

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Honey Sommelier [pg17S01] Wednesday, april 5 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 9

Special occasion Flowers [pg17S02] Wednesdays, april 5 to 26 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 12

classic design Fundamentals i [pg17S03] Wednesdays, april 5 to 26 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 12

Botanical art [pg17S04-05] thursdays, april 6 to June 8 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 11

Honey Sommelier [pg17S06] Saturday, april 8 1 to 4 p.m. 9

Spring garden arrangement [pg17S07] thursday, april 13 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 13

garden privacy & Security [pg17S08] Wednesday, april 19 7 to 9:30 p.m. 5

making the most of Winter roots [pg17S09] thursday, april 20 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 6

classic design Fundamentals i [pg17S10] thursdays, april 20 to may 11 noon to 3 p.m. 12

Botanical drawing with pen, ink & Saturday & Sunday, april 22 & 23 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 10Watercolour [pg17S11]

modern design [pg17S12] mondays, may 1 to 29 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 13

raised Bed Workshop [pg17S17] Wednesday, may 3 7 to 9:30 p.m. 6

Sogetsu ikebana [pg17S18] Wednesdays, may 3 to 24 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 13

plant your own Herbal medicine Saturday, may 6 10:30 a.m. to 7garden [pg17S19] 12:30 p.m.

introduction to drawing Birds [pg17S20] Saturday, may 6 1 to 4:30 p.m. 10

Bring Home the Birds, Bees & thursday, may 11 6:30 to 8 p.m. 7Butterflies [pg17S21]

all about digestive Health [pg17S22] monday, may 15 7 to 9 p.m. 5

classic design Fundamentals ii [pg17S23] tuesdays, may 16 to June 6 6:30 to 9:30 p.m 13

yoga in the garden [pg17S13-16] Wednesdays, may 17 to aug. 2 4:30 to 6 p.m. & 5 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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ornamental Ways to Handle thursday, may 18 7 to 9 p.m. 7rainwater [pg17S24]

advanced: international Floral tuesdays, may 23 to June 13 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 13designers [pg17S25]

cooking with the greens of Spring [pg17S26] thursday, may 25 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 8

Horticultural therapy intensive [pg17S27] thursday & Friday, may 25 & 26 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 14

iphone Flower photography! Shoot & edit Saturday & Sunday, may 27 & 28 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 11for maximum impact [pg17S28]

Ht certificate module one: Foundations of Weekends: may 27 & 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 14Horticulture as therapy [pg17S29] June 10 & 11, 24 & 25, July 8

Botanical art [pg17S30-31] thursdays, June 15 to aug 17 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 11

Spring in the Jarvie garden [pg17S32] Saturday, June 17 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 8

create colour from compost [pg17S33] Saturday, June 24 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11

Herbal cordials: Sip & Stroll [pg17S34] thursday, July 6 6 to 8 p.m. 8

drawing Butterflies [pg17S35] Saturday, July 8 1 to 4:30 p.m. 11

ryerson urban Farm rooftop Saturday, July 15 10 a.m. to noon 9Field trip [pg17S36]

cooking with Summer’s garden & thursday, July 27 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 9Wild Bounty [pg17S37]

iphone Flower photography! Shooting & Wednesday & thursday, 6:30 to 9 p.m. 11editing for maximum impact [pg17S38] aug. 9 & 10

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tbg LeCtUre SerieSThe Toronto Botanical Garden is proud to present the spring 2017 lecture

series. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Lecture starts at 7:30 p.m. Come early to enjoy a light dinner and member discounts in TBG’s Shop. Members free (Bring a friend

for $10); Public $15; Students (with ID) $12; Door sales only.

the english Kitchen garden at great dixter monday, april 3Aaron’s love of gardening took root in his grandfather’s vegetable garden in New Zealand. He began his gardening career in 1996 as a student at Great Dixter House & Garden, and has also studied and worked at Kew Gardens and Jerusalem Botanical Gardens. Since 2007, Aaron has been the vegetable gardener and cook at Great Dixter. His book, The Great Dixter Cookbook, will be avail-able for purchase and signing at this event.aaron Bertelsen

Frank Ferragine

elevated eatsthursday, may 4Best-selling author, broadcaster and award-winning horticultural-ist, Frank is Canada’s most trusted and followed gardener online. In his role as City TV’s gardening expert and weather specialist, Frank helps thousands of Canadians grow better gardens. He is excited to share with us the details of his rooftop farm project.

lorraine Johnson

Connecting the diversity dots: gardening with native PlantsWednesday, april 12Lorraine is the author of many gardening books, including the recently revised 100 Easy-to-Grow Native Plants, which will be available for purchase and signing at this event. A past president of the North American Native Plant Society (NANPS), she is a long-time advocate for community gardening and Toronto’s urban forest. This event is brought to you by TBG and NANPS.

Harry Jongerden gary Smith

Welcome to Your new gardenWednesday, June 7 Renowned landscape architect and long-time TBG partner, Gary Smith, will join TBG’s Executive Director, Harry Jongerden, to unveil the exciting results of the garden’s master planning process. Find out what our new botanical garden will look like, and how you can get involved.

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gardening & deSign new garden Privacy & Security

Wednesday, april 19, 7 to 9:30 p.m.Public $36; member $30Award-winning horticulturalist and garden educator Frank Kershaw will demonstrate how to improve your garden’s privacy, security and serenity with well-designed fences, gates, noise barriers, garden lighting and theft-proofing. [PG17S08] Frank Kershaw

CoUrSeS an individual membership at the tbg is just $45 per year. Purchase one today to immediately start saving on adult programs.

WeLLneSSYoga in the gardenWednesdays, may 17 to aug. 2,4:30 to 6 p.m. or 6:30 to 8 p.m.Where better to connect with your-self through yoga than in the lush and inspiring Toronto Botanical Garden. Join Mobilityoga for outdoor yoga sessions. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and towel.take all twelve classes [PG17S13] 4:30 to 6 p.m. [PG17S14] 6:30 to 8 p.m. Public $180; Member $150take any six [PG17S15] Public $96; Member $80Walk-in [PG17S16] $20 per class.

new all about digestive health monday, may 15, 7 to 9 p.m.Public $36; member $30A well-functioning digestive system is the cornerstone of good health. Learn how to build and maintain digestive health through proper nutrition and the incorporation of probiotics, fermented products and super foods. [PG17S22] Corina Dinca, Naturopathic Doctor

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new Make the Most of Winter roots thursday, april 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Public $30; member $25Trying to adhere to a 100-mile diet can be tough for us Northerners, especially by the end of winter when all that’s left are root veggies. With a little imagination, guidance and a gen-erous dollop of butter, Signe will show you how to turn root-fatigue into tuber-tremendousness![PG17S09] Signe Langford

new raised bed WorkshopWednesday, may 3, 7 to 9:30 p.m.Public $36; member $30Just because you have a small outdoor space doesn’t mean you can’t have a garden. Provided you have six to eight hours of sunlight a day, you can put a raised bed, big or small, anywhere. Tara Nolan, author of Raised Bed Revolution, will provide ideas and inspiration to create raised beds and demonstrate how to build a lettuce table from cast-off furniture.[PG17S17] Tara Nolan

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

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Plant Your own herbal Medicine garden Saturday, may 6, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Public $36; member $30Learn how to plant and maintain a herb garden, and how to use herbs for health and wellness, all while enjoy-ing delicious herbal teas. Educational handouts and seeds will be distributed at the end of class. [PG17S19] Danette Steele

bring home the birds, bees & butterflies thursday, may 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m.Public $20; member $16Watch a red-eyed vireo feed caterpil-lars to her chicks, a bumble bee collect pollen and a monarch butterfly emerge from its chrysalis –

all in your backyard! Learn how to create a beautiful biodiverse garden through careful plant choice, design and maintenance. [PG17S21] Colleen Cirillo

new ornamental Ways to handle rainwaterthursday, may 18, 7 to 9 p.m.Public $36; member $30Urban development has resulted in large areas of impermeable surfaces, leading to various challenges. Learn techniques to slow down rainwater while beautifying your yard and allow-ing for a more unusual palette of plants. Sean will show you how to design and build a rain garden includ-ing placement, construction, sizing, challenges and plant choices.[PG17S24] Sean James

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new Cooking with the greens of Spring thursday, may 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Public $30; Member $25Asparagus, fiddleheads, daylily shoots, maple flowers – the list of springtime edibles goes on and on. Learn new ways to cook old favourites and explore local delicacies you didn’t even know existed.[PG17S26] Signe Langford

Spring in the Jarvie garden Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Public $36; member $30Join Marion in her Thornhill garden for an overview of plants of seasonal and structural interest. She’ll provide

a refresher on soils and mulch, review the three Ps (pruning, planting and placement), cover the care and feed-ing of new plants, and answer your toughest garden questions. [PG17S32] Marion Jarvie

herbal Cordials: Sip & Stroll thursday, July 6, 6 to 8 p.m.Public $36; member $30Enjoy a leisurely evening stroll through the TBG garden while sipping a variety of delicious herbal cordials. All the senses will be engaged as we touch, taste, smell and immerse ourselves in the blooming garden. Cordial recipes and herbal notes will be shared for your future plant adventures.[PG17S34] Danette Steele

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ryerson Urban Farm rooftop Field tripSaturday, July 15, 10 a.m. to noonPublic $20; member $16Join Arlene Throness, Ryerson University’s Urban Farm Manager, on a tour of the university’s rooftop farm. In 2016, nearly 10,000 pounds of produce were harvested from this roof-top oasis and distributed to Ryerson’s farmers market, campus kitchens and farm volunteers through a weekly food basket. This is inspiration at its finest. [PG17S36] Arlene Throness

new Cooking with Summer’s garden & Wild bountythursday, July 27,6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Public $30; member $25Tomatoes, tomatoes everywhere! But there’s also sweet corn, sumac, chickweed and sorrel. Let’s cook up a peak-season dinner that celebrates what we’ve planted and foraged![PG17S37] Signe Langford

Urban beeKeePinghoney SommelierPublic $48; member $40Ontario honey comes in myriad flavours, textures, scents and nuances based on floral sources and geography. Refine your taste palate with this tutored taste tour by bee-keeper and instructor Cathy Kozma. Explore the honey-making process and experience a selection of Ontario’s finest varieties.[PG17S01] Wednesday, april 5, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.[PG17S06] Saturday, april 8, 1 to 4 p.m.Cathy Kozma

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art & PhotograPhYnew botanical drawing with

Pen, ink & WatercolourSaturday & Sunday, april 22 & 23, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Public $84; member $70Learn how to produce realistic botanical drawings with the help of detailed step-by-step instructional handouts, demonstrations and individual attention. Day one will focus on establishing the drawing and developing a graphite base followed by pen and ink techniques. Day two will focus on completing the drawing in pen and ink and applying subtle watercolour washes

to finish the project. [PG17S11] Michael Spillane

new introduction to drawing birds Saturday, may 6, 1 to 4:30 p.m.Public $38; member $32This workshop is inspired by the astonishing variety of birds in the TBG environs. Join experienced nature artist and instructor Alan Li for an afternoon of drawing bird specimens courtesy of FLAP (Fatal Light Awareness Program) Canada. This class will appeal to avian enthusiasts. All skill levels welcome.[PG17S20] Alan Li

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new iPhone Flower Photography! Shoot & edit for Maximum impact Public $72; member $60Love flowers? Love iPhone photography? Then sign up for Nicole Olds’ two-day iPhoneography for flowers workshop! Day one will focus on taking photos and day two on editing photos using different apps. Follow-up notes will be provided. [PG17S28] Saturday & Sunday, may 27 & 28, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.[PG17S38]Wednesday & thursday, aug. 9 & 10, 6:30 to 9 p.m.There will be preparation leading up to the class, walk-ins will not be accepted.

new Create Colour from CompostSaturday, June 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Public $48; member $40Discover the great range of colours that can be created from kitchen scraps, including onion skins, avocado pits and common herbs. Take home fabric to use in home decor. All supplies included.[PG17S33] Susan Fohr

drawing butterflies Saturday, July 8, 1 to 4:30 p.m.Public $38; member $32Join us for a delightful afternoon of butterfly drawing. Working from carefully preserved specimens,learn how to capture the details of these fascinating insects with the help of artist Alan Li. This workshop will be of particular interest to those who keep nature journals. All skill levels welcome.[PG17S35] Alan Li

botanical art Work at your own pace and develop your own botanical painting style in this relaxed class with experienced instructor, Leslie Staple. All levels wel-come. Bring watercolour materials and an inspirational subject.Thursdays, april 6 to June 8, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Full SeSSion – ten claSSeS Public $336; Member $280[PG17S04] HAlF sessIon – FIve clAsses Public $174; Member $145[PG17S05] thursdays, June 15 to aug 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Full SeSSion – ten claSSeS Public $336; Member $280[PG17S30]HAlF sessIon – FIve clAsses Public $174; Member $145[PG17S31]

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weddings and cakes for birthdays, graduations and anniversaries.Prerequisite: Classic Design Fundamentals I and II[PG17S02] Ursula Eley

Classic design Fundamentals i

Public $190; member $155This course is the prerequisite to all other courses in TBG’s Floral Design Certificate program. Learn the funda-mentals such as how to select and condition flowers, how to use floral design equipment and how to achieve different types of designs. Wednesdays, april 5 to 26, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. [PG17S03] Ellen Clarkthursdays, april 20 to may 11, noon to 3 p.m. [PG17S10] Pat Ware

FLoraL deSignThis series of hands-on courses is taught by accredited floral design judg-es 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 material list will be e-mailed prior to the start date.

Special occasion Flowers Wednesdays, april 5 to 26,

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $190; member $155Create floral designs for special occasions such as heart-shaped bouquets for Valentine’s Day, bouton-nieres, corsages and centrepieces for

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Spring garden arrangement thursday, april 13, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Public $86; member $72Create a lovely fresh centrepiece for your table using spring flowers. Bring your friends for a fun, productive evening and take home an impressive arrangement. Materials will be provided.[PG17S07] Lillian Taggart

Modern designmondays, may 1 to 29,

6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Public $190; member $155Learn about the ground-breaking designs developed in the freedom-seeking 1960s such as modern line, modern mass and modern layer. These designs are stylish and sophisticated and bridge the traditional with the future and abstract.Prerequisites: Classic Design Fundamentals I & II [PG17S12] Celia Roberts

Sogetsu ikebanaWednesdays, may 3 to 24,

6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Public $190; member $155Ikebana is the ancient Japanese art form of flower arranging. The Sogetsu School of Ikebana reflects modern lifestyles and focuses on encounters between two ever-changing entities: humans and nature. Suitable for absolute beginners and students returning for a refresher (only one Ikebana credit is counted toward the Floral Design Certificate.) A one-time materials fee of $80 will be due at first class.[PG17S18] Ada Hirschler

Classic design Fundamentals ii

tuesdays, may 16 to June 6, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Public $190; member $155In 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.[PG17S23] Lillian Taggart

advanced: international Floral designers

tuesdays, may 23 to June 13, 6:30 to 9:30pmPublic $190; member $155This exciting new course examines the work of four internationally known floral designers from around the world. Learn different styles and techniques used by Rosnella Fazio (Italy), Marie Françoise Déprez (France), Gregor Lersch (Germany) and Hitomi Gilliam (Canada). [PG17S25] Margaret Taylor

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hortiCULtUraL theraPY

new horticultural therapyintensivethursday & Friday, may 25 & may 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Public $240; member $200In this introductory workshop, students will learn how to design and deliver plant and garden-based programs that enhance the well-being of their clients, family and friends. This course is designed for people already employed in the health care industry as well as caregivers of all types. A certificate of attendance is provided upon completion. [PG17S27] Nancy Lee-Colibaba, Royal Botanical Garden

ht Certificate ProgramThe Horticultural Therapy Certificate offers a comprehensive look at the principles and practices of the professional use of horticulture as

therapy. TBG’s four-part program focuses on the core skills and knowledge recommended by the Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association (CHTA). Although it is not delivered nor certified by this associa-tion, it can be counted as education credits towards CHTA certification.

ht Certificate Module one: Foundations of horticulture as therapyWeekends, may 27 & 28, June 10 & 11, 24 & 25, July 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Explore the evolution of the therapeutic use of gardens and gardening. This introduction to professional practice in Horticultural Therapy (HT) will focus on the many proven benefits of connecting with plants. Examine the therapeutic foundations used to create HT programs for diverse populations. Public $625; members $575[PG17S29] Margaret Nevett, HTR

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Support the tbg and mention that you saw it here! A portion of TBG registrations for these trips supports our programs.

garden traveL2017 GARDEN TOURS with Margaret Dailey-Plouffe. Tours that exceed your expectations. April: Victoria and Vancouver Island; May: Ottawa; June: Philadelphia; July: Quebec; August: Ottawa. Visit hnatravels.com for full tour descriptions and registration, or contact Margaret at margaret@ hnatravels.com or 416-746-7199.

Garden Tours with Frank KershawThursday, May 25, Great Gardens in Our Own Backyard. Touring Toronto gardens. Thursday, July 6, Stouffville, Claremont and Uxbridge Area Gardens. Bus transportation to and from TBG and lunch are included. Full tour descriptions and registration on our website or contact tourguides@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.

DeNure Tours – Garden shows and visits - Join expert gardener Marjorie Mason in 2017 visiting the Chelsea Flower Show and touring gardens in the Highlands of Scotland. Call 1-800-668-6859 or see denuretours.com for more details.

WeSton FaMiLY LibrarYCanada’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 torontobotanicalgarden.ca/library. tbg book ClubDiscuss books with gardening themes. Last Wednesday of every month, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to TBG and Book-Lover members only. FREE. To register, and for more info, contact Jan Neuman at janneuman@ rogers.com or 416-656-8246.

authors of Soul garden Chapter Poetry groupShare your poetry with this friendly group, meet other writers and get inspired.For more information and to register for your first meeting, contact Kirk Davis at kirk.davis@hotmail.com. Last Monday of each month, 6:30 to 8 p.m. FREE.

documentary ScreeningNumen: The Nature of Plants Numen is about the healing power of plants and the natural world. It features stunning footage of medicinal plants and moving interviews with leading

herbalists, doctors, ecologists and others. Numen provides a vision of health care rooted in the traditions of herbal medicine, and offers concrete steps to improve individual and environmental health. Purchase tickets online or at the door.Saturday, April 29, 4 p.m. in the library. [Movie8] Public $12; Member $10

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tbg Plant SaleFriday, may 12, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Saturday & Sunday, may 13 & 14, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Open to the public.* Member preview on Thursday, May 11

SPeCiaL eventS 30th anniversary through

the garden gate – north rosedale and Moore ParkSaturday & Sunday, June 10 & 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Toronto Botanical Garden’s 30th annual Through the Garden Gate featuring 30 curated residential gardens in North Rosedale and Moore Park.

the edwards Summer Music Series thursdays, June 29 to august 31, 7 p.m.Come enjoy concerts by an eclectic roster of popular artists, set in the natural beauty of the gardens, rain or shine. (Held indoors in case of extreme weather.) Limited seating available. Please bring your own if possible.FREE.

MArk your cALendArs for These exciTinG sPrinG evenTs:• doors open toronto, saturday & sunday, may 27 & 28• Woman to Woman lunch in the garden, tuesday, may 30• garden days, June 9 to 18• american Public gardens association annual conference at royal Botanical gardens, June 19 to 23 • Harvest day, saturday, sept. 23

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