Bulbs, Corms, Rhizomes and Tubers
2024-09-16 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us to learn what to plant for a stunning spring bloom!Fall is the time for planting spring flowering bulbs, but how do you decide which to plant, or how and where to plant them? This presentation will give you the answers to these questions as well as touching on common problems one might encounter. Monday, September 16 from 6:30- 7:30 PM. Public $15, TBG Members $10 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Toronto Master Gardeners (TMG) 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. Become a TBG MemberJoin the Toronto Botanical Garden as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A Toronto Botanical Garden 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 ! Safe Program AccessTo ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.This is an in-person, indoor program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Cyanotype Printmaking
2024-09-21 13:00 - 16:00
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 8 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. All materials included. Beginners welcome. All materials are included. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron. Saturday, September 21, 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 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 ! Safe Program AccessTo ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Paper Quilling: Sunflower Workshop
2024-09-21 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips!

Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips. Our experienced instructor Deepa Krishnan, will teach you different quilling techniques and guide you to create a Sunflower in paper quilling on a 5”x7” canvas. You can choose your favorite colors and design to make your artwork personal and unique. This is a beginner friendly workshop and no matter your skill level, you’ll have a blast creating this beautiful Sunflower to add to your Fall décor!
Beginners welcome. All materials included.
Saturday, September 21 from 2:00-4:00 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/
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 !
Safe Program Access:

This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.
To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
