Veggie Planting Party
Get your hands dirty as we learn about gardening in the desert. This two-hour hands-on class will teach the whole family about starting a successful garden in our climate. Be prepared to get dirty as we explore the basics of working with soil and choosing the right spot for your plot. Learn what and when to plant during our desert growing seasons. Participants will get their own starter plants to take home! Perfect for ages six to 12. Youth participants can register for our Seed, Weed, Harvest and Feed summer camp at a reduced rate. Limit 15.
Saturday / March 27 / 9 - 11 a.m.
Member: $25 / General Public: $30
Click here to register on-line for March 27 class.
Family Night Star Gazing
Join experts from the East Valley Astronomy Club and Garden staff for this enlightening family evening under twinkling stars. Check out distant planets, shining stars and other amazing celestial objects. Witness the wonders of the night sky with a knowledgeable astronomer. Fun activities, snacks 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 / April 10 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Member Child: $10 (12 and under) / Member Adult: $15
General Public Child: $12 (12 and under) / General Public Adult: $20
Click here to register on-line for April 10 class Member Child and General Public Child.
Click here to register on-line for April 10 class Member Adult and General Public Adult.
Cochineal in Your Meal
Every day we eat bugs in the form of cochineal dyes; join us to discover how and why. We will look at the cochineal insect under a microscope and draw it using handmade yucca pens and cochineal ink made from the dried insects. You will be surprised at how much food contains cochineal dye and can tell your friends that we are all eating bugs! Price includes child and accompanying adult; recommended for ages six and older. Limit 15.
Sunday / May 2 / 1 - 3 p.m.
Member: $25 / General Public: $30
Click here to register on-line for May 2 class.
