Floral Design Program: Classic Design Fundamentals 1
2025-10-07 18:00 - 2025-10-28 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Learn the basics of classic floral design including four styles – a water-viewing design, a centrepiece, a crescent, and a mass design.

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.
Course fees do not include flowers or supplies. Students are encouraged to find a local flower shop or grocery store to purchase their flowers. A materials list will be e-mailed prior to the start of each class.
Learn more about our Certificate in Floral Design
Program Schedule:
Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 6:00-9:00 PM.
Registration: Public $240, Members $190 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Registration deadline: Friday, Ocotber 3 at 8:00 PM.
About Marg Betts
Marg Betts is a Floral Design Judge with accreditation to judge and instruct the craft. Her passions are gardening, plants and her love for creating floral artistry. She is a recent Past President of the Garden Club of Toronto and has also been the Chair of the Toronto Flower Show at Canada Blooms.
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Native Plant Series: Collecting Native Seed
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for an engaging workshop where you’ll learn about biodiversity, native plants & how to enhance your garden!

Nature needs your help and it’s as simple as using native plants in your garden! Biodiversity, the variety of all living things necessary to sustain life, is declining because of climate change, habitat loss from increasing urbanization and agricultural practices. Come understand the importance of native plants, how to grow them to welcome pollinators and enhance the beauty of your garden.
Session 1: Collecting Native Seed
Discover a simple and rewarding way to grow your garden while supporting plant diversity! Join us for an engaging workshop on ethical seed collecting, where you’ll learn best practices for gathering and caring for seeds. We’ll head out into the Toronto Botanical Garden for a guided session collecting a limited amount of seed, then return indoors to explore seed cleaning and storage techniques. You will keep the seed you collect. To help you get started, the Toronto Master Gardeners will also share a limited selection of seeds collected earlier in the year.
Saturday, October 25 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM.
Registration: Public $20, TBG Members $15 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Upcoming sessions:
Session 2: Native Plant Series: Winter Sowing – Saturday, January 10, 2026
Session 3: Native Plant Series: Potting Up Seedlings and Plant Exchange – Saturday, June 6, 2026
About Tina Cesaroni & Pat Concessi
Toronto Master Gardeners, Tina and Pat, are transitioning their home gardens to more natural environments, which includes adding native plants, shrubs and trees. They collect seed each fall and grow native plants from seed for their own gardens and to share with the their communities.
About Toronto Master Gardeners
Toronto Master Gardeners (TMG) is a volunteer not-for-profit organization that shares current, science-based horticultural information with the gardening public through various channels, including in person, in print, through the media, and online. Our committed volunteers support and inspire the community, and continually update the sound knowledge required to help them. Learn more and ask your questions Toronto Master Gardeners – Helping Gardeners.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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Introduction to Linocut Printmaking
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled day of fall leaf printmaking!

Please join us for a delightful afternoon of printmaking! Learn how to create original Linocut prints using native tree leaves found at Toronto Botanical Garden. By the end of class, attendees will take home four 7 x 11 prints and four 5.5 x 7 prints, plus the knowledge of how to set up a linocut workspace at home.
All materials included. Beginners welcome.
Please bring an apron or wear old clothing.
Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com

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Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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Botanical Explorations: Painting the Colours of Fall Workshop
2025-10-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Capture the warmth of autumn in this creative acrylic painting workshop! Explore seasonal still life scenes with pumpkins, leaves, and flowers while learning layering, blending, and texture techniques. We’ll focus on warm tones—burnt sienna, ochre, deep reds, oranges, and earthy greens—using acrylic paint for its quick-drying, layering potential. You’ll leave with your own fall-inspired artwork—and a fresh appreciation for the colours of the season.

All materials provided.

Sunday, October 26, 1 to 4 p.m.

Public $80, TBG Members $70 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

About Farida Zaman

Farida is currently an instructor at Toronto’s Avenue Road Art School and runs art workshops and weekly classes for adults and children. She has run workshops at the Ontario Center for Art and Design (OCAD University). Farida lives in Toronto with her family and works from her home studio. Farida is a member of the Society of Illustrators in New York, SCBWI (Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators), and CANSCAIP (Canadian Society of Children’s Authors, Illustrators, and Performers).

You can explore more of her work on her website https://www.faridazaman.com/ or follow her on Instagram at @fzamanart.

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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !

Additional Program Information

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For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.

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All About Bats
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for an evening of adventure to learn all about bats!Bats are fascinating creatures that are important in our communities. And guess what? They live in our backyard! Join us for an evening of adventure as you experience an indoor presentation all about bats and the variety of species that live here in Toronto. Then, we’ll venture outside as community scientists to explore bats in their natural habitat and listen to them through a special bat detector! This event is recommended for ages 6+: Beginner level informationActivities and concepts that are friendly for all agesIntended audience includes children, youth, and adultsThursday, October 30 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Registration: Public $20, TBG Members $15, Child Ticket $10 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario. They: Take care of nine watersheds and the Lake Ontario shoreline, in partnership with municipalities, the Province, and community members,Work to preserve and protect the land,Monitor and report on the health of the environment in the Toronto Region,Engage communities and encourage people of all ages to get outside and enjoy nature!Join Toronto Botanical Garden Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member! Additional Program Information Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Fused Glass: Tree Motif Tealight Workshop
2025-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Design and create a beautiful fall-themed glass tea-light holder!

Imagine a small grove of trees or a crop of mushrooms with a small tealight inside. Under the guidance of Fused Glass Artist Millean Kung, you will be able to create two (2) Fused Glass Tealight Holders. During the class you will learn about fused glass, compatibility, how to cut glass, safety, and the firing of glass. All material and tools are included in this course and Beginners are welcome.
Samples of these tealights can be seen in the Garden Shop.
Please note: the glass creations will be fused off-site and be available for pick up in 3 to 4 weeks following the class.
Saturday, November 1 from 1:00-3:00 PM.
Registration: Public $115, TBG Members $105 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Millean Kung
Born and raised in Toronto, Millean discovered Pottery and Glass Art more than 10 years ago. Currently, she is President of the Potter’s Studios in Scarborough and is involved in the Small Business Arts Mentorship Program at Glasstronomy Studios in Markham. Since retiring from education, Millean has devoted her time to her Pottery and Glass Art. She is the sole proprietor of her business, “1 in a Millean”, and participates in a number of Arts and Crafts Shows.
Millean also loves to garden and is a member and a volunteer at the Toronto Botanical Garden. To keep her schedule busy she enjoys cooking and baking.

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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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Kokedama: Japanese Moss Ball Design
2025-11-02 13:00 - 14:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
You’ll learn the history of this art, get an introduction to moss, and learn to make your own beautiful kokedama.

‘Moss ball bonsai,’ Kokedama is the Japanese art of planting without pots. A ball of soil or clay is covered with moss is used to support the plant’s roots. Considered to be cheerful, peaceful, and calm, this charming design style began in the seventeen century. Perfect in small spaces, Kokedama are often presented on decorative plates, wood branches, or stone but they can also be suspended in the air with the help of a cord. In this workshop you’ll learn the history of this art, get an introduction to moss (an often ignored member of the plant kingdom), and learn to make your own beautiful kokedama.
All materials required will be provided. Workshop is not affiliated with the Certificate in Floral Design.
Beginners welcome.
Sunday, November 2 from 1:00-2:30 PM.
Registration: Public $55, Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Lil Taggart
Lil Taggart is an experienced and creative designer and instructor in Floral Arts. She is also an accredited Floral Design Judge and has competed on an international level as well as domestically. She served on the board of Canada Blooms, co-chairs the staging for the Toronto Flower Show, is past president of the Georgetown Horticultural Society and is a member of The Garden Club of Toronto.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Introduction to Linocut Printmaking
2025-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled day of fall leaf printmaking!

Please join us for a delightful afternoon of printmaking! Learn how to create original Linocut prints using native tree leaves found at Toronto Botanical Garden. By the end of class, attendees will take home four 7 x 11 prints and four 5.5 x 7 prints, plus the knowledge of how to set up a linocut workspace at home.
All materials included. Beginners welcome.
Please bring an apron or wear old clothing.
Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Botanical Cyanotype Printmaking
2025-11-15 12:30 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Cyanotype Printmaking!

Please join us for a delightful afternoon of Cyanotype Printmaking! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create a small collection of original Cyanotype prints inspired from plants at Toronto Botanical Garden. Our instructor will demonstrate every stage of the process and explain how you can continue creating Cyanotype prints year-round at home.
Beginners welcome.
All materials are included. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron.
A portion (20 min) of the class will be spent outside in the garden collecting dried plants.
Saturday, November 15 from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !

Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Autumn Watercolour Workshop
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Get creative this festive season with this beginner-friendly watercolour class!Get inspired by the colours of autumn in this fun and beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn foundational watercolour techniques while exploring your own unique painting style. Perfect for beginners, this class is all about enjoying the process and capturing the golden leaves, seasonal textures, and warm tones of fall on paper. Beginners welcome. All materials are included. Saturday, November 22 from 1:00-4:00 PM. Please note, this program is happening during the 2025 Anual Holiday Market. Registration: Public $45, TBG Members $35 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Linda Borris Linda is a Toronto-based artist, specializing in Watercolour painting techniques. She focuses on her interests in botanical studies and constantly strives to discover interesting ways to portray her work. Linda’s painting compositions depict her particular attention to detail. Her art generally consists of bright, bold colours and forms. Mostly working with florals, Linda occasionally completes a fun landscape. Her paintings’ subject matter are usually taken from her own photography images. Linda loves to share her enjoyment in the lively and vibrant world of botanical essences. Her art can be seen in both group exhibits and separate venues. She is a member of the Beach Guild of Fine Art, the Riverdale Art Group and former member of Botanical Artists of Canada. Also visit Linda’s work on Instagram: @watercolourslinda Join Toronto Botanical GardenJoin the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member! Additional Program InformationPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Seasonal Wreath Workshop
2025-11-23 12:30 - 14:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a festive wreath-making experience!

Join us for an early start to the festive season by making a wonderful fresh aromatic evergreen wreath for your front door! During the workshop, you’ll learn techniques of wreath making, including selecting the perfect greenery, arranging the materials, and adding unique decor.
Beginners welcome. Materials provided.
Optional items to bring:

Gardening gloves
Items to decorate your wreath
Gardening shears or secatuers

Sunday, November 23 from 12:30-2:30 PM.
Registration: Public $75, Members $70 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Lil Taggart
Lil Taggart is an experienced and creative designer and instructor in Floral Arts. She is also an accredited Floral Design Judge and has competed on an international level as well as domestically. She served on the board of Canada Blooms, co-chairs the staging for the Toronto Flower Show, is past president of the Georgetown Horticultural Society and is a member of The Garden Club of Toronto.
Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Paper Quilling: Holiday Ornament Workshop
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips!Unleash Your Inner Artist with Paper Quilling! Ready to get crafty? Join us for a fun-filled workshop where you’ll learn the art of paper quilling. Under the expert guidance of Deepa Krishnan, you’ll create a beautiful 3-D quilling ornament just in time for the Holidays. Choose your favorite colors and let your imagination run wild! This is a beginner friendly workshop and no matter your skill level, you’ll have a blast with us! Beginners welcome. All materials included. Saturday, November 29 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please note, this program is happening during the 2025 Anual Holiday Market. Registration: Public $50, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Deepa Krishnan Deepa Krishnan is a self-taught artist specializing in the art of Paper Quilling which involves manipulating narrow strips of paper to create exquisite designs. She discovered this art form when she was looking for a creative outlet from her engineering job. She was amazed by the possibilities and beauty of paper quilling, that she decided to pursue it as a full-time career. Since then, she has been passionately mastering this technique and has created many artworks drawing inspiration from nature, music and travel. She cuts the paper strips in different widths to add depth and dimension to her creations. She loves to play with the colours and experiment with the quilling techniques to create her own distinctive style. Deepa believes that anyone can learn this art form, regardless of their age or skill level and she hosts many workshops to spread the joy of quilling. She enjoys seeing her students discover their own creativity and style in paper quilling. Website: https://www.deepakrishnan.com/ Join Toronto Botanical Garden Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member! Additional Program Information Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Holiday Succulent Workshop
2025-11-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us this Holiday season and create a one-of-a-kind succulent!Celebrate the festive season with a delightful holiday-inspired succulent arranging workshop! In this creative and relaxing session, you’ll design a beautiful succulent arrangement in a charming house shaped planter—perfect for adding a touch of natural elegance to your holiday décor or gifting to someone special. Guided by a succulent expert, you’ll learn tips and tricks for arranging succulents with a seasonal flair, including techniques for layering textures, balancing colors, and incorporating winter-inspired accents. All materials are provided, including a birch-lined tin planter, premium succulents, specialty soil, and care instruction cards to ensure your arrangement stays vibrant through the holiday season and beyond. Join us for this festive workshop and leave with a stunning centerpiece that captures the warmth and beauty of the holidays! Sunday, November 30 from 2:00-3:30 PM. Please note, this program is happening during the 2025 Anual Holiday Market. Registration: Public $55, TBG Members $50 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Molly Shannon Molly is the owner and operator of the small business Canadian Succulents. Canadian Succulents creates floral arrangements using entirely succulents and cacti plants. They not only arrange and design all of the creations but also grow all the plants that can be found in them as well. They operate out of a greenhouse just north east of the city, where they grow over 300 varieties of succulents and cacti. They grow and create these designs for wedding centrepieces and favors, corporate events and gifting, and hotel and office greenery. http://www.canadiansucculents.net/ Join Toronto Botanical Garden Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member! Additional Program Information Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Holiday Ornament Workshop
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Celebrate the season with a fun-filled holiday ornament workshop!

Celebrate the spirit of the season by crafting unique, nature-inspired holiday ornaments! In this cozy and creative two-hour workshop, participants will learn how to transfer full-colour images onto natural wood slices using a simple and effective image transfer technique.
The session begins with preparing the wood surfaces and exploring the basics of photo transfer. Students can select from a curated collection of images to bring their ornaments to life. After completing the transfer, participants will personalize their designs with optional metallic accents or hand-painted details to add sparkle and individuality.
By the end of the workshop, each participant will create 2-3 handcrafted ornaments, perfect for decorating a holiday tree, gifting to loved ones, or treasuring as keepsakes for years to come.
No prior art experience is necessary. This workshop offers a relaxing and festive environment where creativity and the holiday spirit come together. All materials are provided.
Saturday, December 6 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Registration: Public $50, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Nancy Falconi
In 2002 Nancy started her professional photography business. It was a reunion with a long lost love that dates back to the photos she would take of her three younger sisters as a child. Her lifestyle photographs have graced the pages of various publications like Entrepreneur Magazine, Organic Gardening, Yoga Journal, Today’s Parent and Canadian Living. As a contributing photographer for Getty Images since 2006 her work has been published in many International Commercial print campaigns. As her career progressed Nancy’s focus shifted to photographing the natural world and its’ creatures, highlighting the interconnectedness of all living beings. It also shifted to exploring different art forms at institutions like the Toronto School of Art and R & F in New York. Nancy integrated her photographic skills with painting mediums to craft unique mixed media artworks. Her work has been exhibited in Galleries, Art Fairs, Group and Solo exhibitions and is collected privately.
In 2019 she completed an Artist in Residency with the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and the York Region Art Council at the Kortright Center. Nancy’s creations serve as an inspiration, encouraging others to delve deeper into nature, unleash their creativity, and connect with their inner selves.
Website: www.nancyfalconi.ca

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Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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Paper Quilling: Greeting Cards Workshop
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips!

Unleash Your Inner Artist with Paper Quilling!
Join our Holiday Quilling Workshop and learn to craft two elegant greeting cards that your friends and family will cherish forever. This is a beginner friendly workshop and no matter your skill level, you’ll have a blast with us!
Beginners welcome. All materials included.
Saturday, December 6 from 1:00-3:00 PM.
Registration: Public $50, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Deepa Krishnan
Deepa Krishnan is a self-taught artist specializing in the art of Paper Quilling which involves manipulating narrow strips of paper to create exquisite designs. She discovered this art form when she was looking for a creative outlet from her engineering job. She was amazed by the possibilities and beauty of paper quilling, that she decided to pursue it as a full-time career. Since then, she has been passionately mastering this technique and has created many artworks drawing inspiration from nature, music and travel. She cuts the paper strips in different widths to add depth and dimension to her creations. She loves to play with the colours and experiment with the quilling techniques to create her own distinctive style. Deepa believes that anyone can learn this art form, regardless of their age or skill level and she hosts many workshops to spread the joy of quilling. She enjoys seeing her students discover their own creativity and style in paper quilling.
Website: https://www.deepakrishnan.com/
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Forest Bathing at the Garden
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Connect with nature and join us for a guided forest therapy walk!

Discover the beauty of nature in winter through a guided outdoor Forest Bathing walk with certified Forest Therapy guide Laura Bincik. At a slow pace and in community with other participants and the environment, you will be guided by a series of invitations throughout the experience to awaken your senses and intentionally connect with nature in the present moment.
We will gather briefly indoors to prepare for the walk and consider the origin of Forest Bathing as well as some of the benefits of the practice. When we venture into the Toronto Botanical Gardens and surrounding ravine, we will cover a loop of approx.1.5 Km on paved pathways, flat and bare ground, at times encountering uneven terrain, inclines and declines. It may be slippery! We will be strolling, standing and sitting (if you wish to). Your comfort and safety are most important! As this is an outdoor winter program at a slow pace, please ‘over’ dress for the weather and wear thermal socks and under layers, a sweater, a winter jacket, winter pants and sturdy winter boots. Mittens, a scarf and a winter hat are a must! You may wish to bring a day pack, water bottle, sunglasses, walking poles and/or a folding stool or sitting/kneeling pad.
As the walk ends, we will gather and partake in a seasonal tea, snacks and taste honey harvested at Toronto Botanical Garden.
This outdoor program runs in all conditions. In the case of severe or dangerous weather, you will be informed by TBG if program is cancelled as early as possible.
Washrooms are available onsite.
The program is suited for adults 18+. All participants must sign a liability waiver at the start of the program.
Sunday, December 7 from 1:00-3:00 PM.
Registration: Public $35, TBG Members $30 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Laura Bincik
Laura Bincik is a certified Forest Therapy guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Following a career that straddled health care and education, Laura discovered that her lifelong sense of awe for the natural world could be enriched and shared with others to enhance wellbeing. Laura feels a connection to the land and the wonder of being in nature from countless hours spent exploring Toronto ravines in all seasons. An active member of Nature and Forest Therapy Canada, Laura follows the growing research on the mental and physical health benefits of Forest Bathing and is expanding her practice by connecting with local, national and international leaders in the field.
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Winter BLOOMS: Circus at the Garden
2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:15, 2025-12-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-21 14:00 - 15:15 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Intimate and immersive indoor/outdoor performance featuring Toronto’s top aerial artists.

Native Plant Series: Winter Sowing
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for an engaging workshop where you’ll learn about biodiversity, native plants & how to enhance your garden! Nature needs your help, and it’s as simple as using native plants in your garden! Biodiversity, the variety of all living things necessary to sustain life, is declining due to climate change, habitat loss resulting from increasing urbanization, and agricultural practices. Discover the importance of native plants, learn how to grow them to attract pollinators, and enhance the beauty of your garden.

Session 2: Winter Sowing
Learn how to wake up your seeds and get them ready to grow! In this hands-on workshop, the Toronto Master Gardeners will show you simple methods of Cold Moist Stratification—a natural process many native seeds need before they can sprout. Limited quantities of seed will be provided for anyone who didn’t join the earlier collecting session.
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Public $20, TBG Members $15 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Session 3: Native Plant Series: Potting Up Seedlings and Plant Exchange – Saturday, June 6, 2026
Previous Session:
Session 1: Native Plant Series: Collecting Native Seed – Saturday, October 25, 2025
About Tina Cesaroni & Pat Concessi
Toronto Master Gardeners, Tina and Pat, are transitioning their home gardens to more natural environments, which includes adding native plants, shrubs and trees. They collect seed each fall and grow native plants from seed for their own gardens and to share with their communities.
About Toronto Master Gardeners
Toronto Master Gardeners (TMG) is a volunteer not-for-profit organization that shares current, science-based horticultural information with the gardening public through various channels, including in person, in print, through the media, and online. Our committed volunteers support and inspire the community, and continually update the sound knowledge required to help them. Learn more and ask your questions Toronto Master Gardeners – Helping Gardeners.
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Botanical Printed Notebook
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled day of creating a customized botanical printed notebook! Using the process of Linocut, you’ll create a custom-printed Japanese notebook. From designing your image, through to carving and printing, our instructor will assist and demonstrate techniques. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have two unique botanical-themed notebooks, plus new printmaking skills.

Please bring your own sketches, drawings, or photos for inspiration and reference.
Beginners welcome. All materials provided.
Making art can be messy; please wear old clothes or an apron.
Each student will receive:

2 Japanese Notebooks
1 Soft Cut Lino Block
Black Printmaking Ink

Sunday, January 17, 1 to 3:30 p.m.Public $55, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink, and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature-focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine-inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing, and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com

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Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Botanical Mixed Media: Textured Peonies
2026-01-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Get creative this winter with an acrylic mixed media workshop! Experience the beauty and vibrancy of peonies in this fun and hands-on one-day workshop. Using acrylic paints and mixed media techniques, you’ll learn how to transfer a peony image onto a wood panel, build an expressive underpainting, and layer rich colors with impasto texture. With a limited palette and approachable step-by-step guidance, you’ll create a still life painting full of depth, sculptural detail, and personality.

Perfect for beginners—no drawing or painting experience required! By the end of the day, you’ll leave with your own finished floral painting and the confidence to continue your creative journey at home.
All materials are provided.
Saturday, January 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Public $100, TBG Members $90 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Nancy Falconi
In 2002 Nancy started her professional photography business. It was a reunion with a long lost love that dates back to the photos she would take of her three younger sisters as a child. Her lifestyle photographs have graced the pages of various publications like Entrepreneur Magazine, Organic Gardening, Yoga Journal, Today’s Parent and Canadian Living. As a contributing photographer for Getty Images since 2006 her work has been published in many International commercial print campaigns. As her career progressed, Nancy’s focus shifted to photographing the natural world and its’ creatures, highlighting the interconnectedness of all living beings. It also shifted to exploring different art forms at institutions like the Toronto School of Art and R & F in New York. Nancy integrated her photographic skills with painting mediums to craft unique mixed-media artworks. Her work has been exhibited in Galleries, Art Fairs, Group and Solo exhibitions, and is collected privately.
In 2019 she completed an Artist in Residency with the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and the York Region Art Council at the Kortright Center. Nancy’s creations serve as an inspiration, encouraging others to delve deeper into nature, unleash their creativity, and connect with their inner selves.
Website: www.nancyfalconi.ca

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Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
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Garden Social Club: Plan Your Garden with TBG
2026-01-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a cozy night-in to discuss all things plants and your garden plans. In this sip and learn session, join Lead Horticulturist Leslie Hockley, to gain feedback on planning and designing your garden for the upcoming season. Leslie will also share insight into what garden prep work they are performing at TBG at this time of year, from seeds to garden maintenance and planting plans.
To make the most of this session, bring in photos or drawings of what you are looking to chat about, from “What is wrong with my plant?” to “How to edit my garden design?” and “What kind of maintenance does this need?” All are welcome.
Graph paper & other supplies will be provided for your planning needs.
Thursday, January 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Public $25, TBG Members $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Leslie Hockley
TBG’s Lead Horticulturist, Leslie Hockley is passionate about all things public gardens. Before joining TBG in 2023, Leslie worked for several botanical gardens in North America in garden maintenance, design, tree care and plant records roles. She is a Red Seal Endorsed Horticulturist and has studied horticulture at Humber College and the Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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Petal to Paper: Paper Magnolia Workshop
2026-01-31 10:00 - 14:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us to create a lifelike paper magnolia with botanical accuracy! Join paper artist Nancy Lalicon for the “Paper to Petal: Paper Magnolia Workshop.” In this 4-hour session, participants will learn to create lifelike Magnolias with their leathery, two coloured leaves. Magnolia flowers come in shades of white, pink, purple, and hints of yellow. Nancy will guide you through constructing the flowers in the colours of your choice by using templates for the petals and leaves. You will have the opportunity to use coloured media to enhance their beauty. Discover the art of paper floristry and leave with your own stunning creations.

Materials Provided:

Selection of doublette crepe paper
180g green crepe paper
Floral Wire
Floral Tape
Aleene’s Glue
Soft Pastels including PanPastels
Alcohol Markers
Various brushes and sponges
Kraft paper for wrapping flowers

What To Bring:

Sharp scissors (4”-5”) (optional)
Additional colouring materials (optional)

Saturday, January 31, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Public $67, TBG Members $57 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Note: There will be a 30-minute break for lunch. We recommend bringing lunch as there are limited options nearby.
About Nancy Lalicon
Nancy Lalicon is a multi-media sculptor specializing in creating botanically accurate paper flowers and plants, and facilitating workshops for community art organizations and local groups around Toronto and the GTA. From Peonies to Jupiter’s Beard to the Blazing Star, Nancy has mastered the intricate art of creating environmentally friendly paper replicas; a modern-day, three-dimensional take on botanical drawing.
Trained in the Fine Arts at the University of Victoria and the Emily Carr College of Art in BC, she received an MFA from Concordia University, Montreal. Nancy lives in East Toronto with a large family who lovingly tolerate all her studio hours and mountains of flowers and roots.

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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Botanical Printed Notebook
2026-02-01 13:00 - 15:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled day of creating a customized botanical printed notebook! Using the process of Linocut, you’ll be creating a custom-printed Japanese notebook. From designing your image, through to carving and printing, our instructor will assist and demonstrate techniques. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have 2 unique botanical-themed notebooks, plus new printmaking skills.

Please bring your own sketches, drawings or photos for inspiration and reference. Beginners welcome. All materials provided. Making art can be messy, please wear old clothes or an apron.
Each student will receive:

2 Japanese Notebooks
1 Soft Cut Lino Block
Black Printmaking Ink

Sunday, February 1, 1 to 3:30 p.m.Public $55, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature-focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind the ravine-inspired artwork he created, along with a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Introduction to Nature Drawing
2026-02-03 13:00 - 2026-02-24 15:00 | ON
Join us for a four-week introduction course and learn the basics of Nature Drawing!

In this 4 week course you’ll learn how to depict the natural world using classic drawing techniques. Your instructor will break down the creative process using a step-by-step approach and each week will feature a new subject to draw. Beginners welcome.
Materials are included; just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Program Schedule: Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. (four sessions).
Registration: Public $100, TBG Members $85 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Floral Design Program: Miniature, Small, and Large Floral Design
2026-02-03 18:00 - 2026-02-24 21:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Learn about how to best utilize space in your designs! By focusing on the size of various designs, this course will illuminate questions of scale, proportion, and the use of space in design. The elements can be used surprisingly differently in different sizes of arrangements. Choosing plant material for your design can be challenging, and creative mechanics may be needed to make it all work. But, above all, this course is fun! Course fees do not include flowers or supplies. A materials list will be emailed before the start of each class.
Prerequisites: Floral Design Fundamentals 1 & 2. Learn more about our Certificate in Floral Design

Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, 6 to 9 p.m. (Snow date: Tuesday, March 3)Public $240, Members $190 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Pat Ware
Pat has enjoyed teaching several Floral Design courses at the Toronto Botanical Garden. She is a Design, Horticultural, and Rose Judge. Pat continues to participate in and learn about Floral Artistry at the local, provincial, and international levels.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member.
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotnicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 28 at 5 p.m.

Principles of Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyday Life
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for an introduction to the principles of Tai Chi & Qigong!

Routine practice of Taichi & Qigong helps cultivate vital energy, strengthen the immune system, and restore and regulate our natural body functions. The benefits derived from these modalities can be very useful to deal with everyday life situations.
This 90-minute workshop will offer basic theory, simple movements, practical tips & breathing techniques that can all be applied to everyday life.
It’s recommended to wear lose comfortable clothing.
Basic Theory

What is energy “CHI” – and how does it work?

River Example – Current

The river continues to flow with minimal effort. Chi in the body should flow similarly as the river.

Wind Example – You can’t see it but you see the effects

Routine practice of Taichi & Qigong facilitate the natural & continual flow of energy & blood, thus restoring and rejuvenating mind, body and soul.

Thursday, February 5 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Registration: Public $25, TBG Member $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About David Leopold
Sifu David Leopold has been practicing, studying, researching and teaching martial and healing arts since 1994.
In 1999, Sifu David achieved his black belt in Shaolin Kung Fu. Since 1999, Sifu David has received numerous certifications in Tachi had and weapon forms and seven Qigong routines. In 2009, Sifu David received his Usui Reiki master certification from the Naturopathic School of Medicine in Toronto.
In 2012, Sifu David travelled to China to compete in the International Wushi Competition in Shanghai. He brought home 2 gold and a bronze medal.
By combining all these modalities and experiences, Sifu David brings a unique style of teaching that includes technique, philosophy and practicality. Sify David’s approach to teaching is relaxed and he believes Taichi and Qigong practice should be useful in everyday life and enjoyable to do.
Sifu David has a passion for martial and healing arts. His holistic approach to wellness includes physical, emotional, spiritual and nutritional well being. Sifu David continues to improve his skills as a practitioner, teacher/ mentor, and hopes to teach for the rest of his life.
Sifu David’s words of wisdom:
“To be a master of what you do, you must first be a master unto yourself.”
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Floral Design Program: Classic Design Fundamentals 1
2026-02-05 18:00 - 2026-02-26 21:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Learn the basics of classic floral design, including four styles – a water-viewing design, a centrepiece, a crescent, and a mass design. 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.

Course fees do not include flowers or supplies. Students are encouraged to find a local flower shop or grocery store to purchase their flowers. A materials list will be emailed before the start of each class. Learn more about our Certificate in Floral Design

Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6 to 9 p.m. (Snow date: Thursday, March 5)Public $240, Members $190 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

Registration deadline: Friday, January 30 at 5 p.m.

About Marg Betts
Marg Betts is a Floral Design Judge with accreditation to judge and instruct the craft. Her passions are gardening, plants and her love for creating floral artistry. She is a recent Past President of the Garden Club of Toronto and has also been the Chair of the Toronto Flower Show at Canada Blooms.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

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Keep Fit in Winter (6 sessions)
2026-02-10 10:00 - 2026-03-17 11:00 | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Move easily in Winter and Keep Fit! Get your body moving and feeling good! This class combines gentle, full-body exercises that boost your balance, agility, strength, and posture—all while helping prevent pain, stiffness, and falls. With a mix of stretching, light weights, and mindful movement, you’ll leave feeling stronger, looser, and more energized. It’s an hour of movement that’s as fun as it is good for you.

Tuesdays, February 10 through March 17, 2026, 10 to 11 a.m (6 sessions)
Public $90, TBG Member $72 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

If you are interested in a trial class, please get in touch with programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca for more information.
About Tena van Andel
Tena van Andel is a certified Level II 3-D Workout™ instructor who wants to keep all of us moving till we’re 102. She enjoys volunteering for the Toronto Master Gardeners and is busy rewilding a 19th-century rundown farmhouse, fondly referred to as her ‘estate’.
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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
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