Free Talk: Pollinator Moms
2022-05-08 13:00 - 13:30, 2022-05-08 13:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, and bats all keep busy visiting flowers and making sure their young have a good start. Learn about the flowers they visit and how they build their nests. Then…step over to the plant sale and pick up their favourite foods! Admission is FREE!

Sunday, May 8 at 1 p.m.
Sunday, May 8 at 1:30 p.m.

About the Presenter
Vicki Wojcik, Pollinator Partnership
Vicki has been working to protect and promote pollinators with Pollinator Partnership since 2011. As Director she oversees P2 Canada’s research and programs, keeping on top of new and emerging pollinator issues and managing programs that include pollinator habitat conservation and landscape management assessments; understanding and enhancing agroecosystems; land use and pesticide policy review; support for threatened and critical species; and ecosystem service assessments in Canada. Vicki joined the San Francisco team after completing her Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management at UC Berkeley. In 2015 she returned home to Toronto with the expansion of P2 Canada. Vicki’s interest in pollinators was sparked during her undergraduate studies at the University of Guelph and has continued ever since. Her graduate research focused on understanding how native bees use gardens and habitats in cities. This focus on pollinators in human-dominated landscapes has continued throughout her career. Vicki’s contributions to pollinator research and conservation include numerous peer-reviewed papers, book chapters, policy pieces, planting guides, and technical manuals. The outdoors has always been calling this city girl who enjoys skiing, sailing, hiking, and any excuse to get out of town.

Native Bee Discovery Series
2022-05-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join Prafulla Prabhu in this two-night workshop to learn about the important role bees play in modern life. Bees are a critical part of our ecosystems and our lives. From coffee, fruits, vegetables, to candles, wax artworks, cotton and so much more – bees play an important role in modern life. More importantly, they are responsible for a third of the food we consume on a regular basis. With changes to our climate, our interdependent relationship is coming into sharper focus.
Mondays, May 9 and 16, 7 to 8 p.m.
Public $40, TBG Member or Volunteer $32 (plus fees + HST)

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May 9: Learn more about bees in North America, the differences between native bees and honeybees, and how we might support them.
May 16: Learn more about gentle solitary bees in North America, why native bees are great pollinators, and how we might support native bees against threats.

Safe Program Access
To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants will be required to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.

You will also be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.

This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 8 at 12:00 pm.

Floral Design Program: Classic Design Fundamentals 2
2022-05-11 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join Lil Taggart in this follow-up to Classic Design Fundamentals I and enrich your understanding of traditional design, a style that is used in contemporary settings with sophistication. You will gain a deeper knowledge of both plant material and design. You will learn colour theory: the importance of colour and how to create different colour harmonies. You will explore the concept and importance of asymmetry in a design and how this can be used to great effect. Discover a new design style each week: a hand-tied bouquet, a vertical line design, a Hogarth Curve, and an asymmetrical mass design.

Prerequisite: Fundamentals I

Wednesdays, May 11 through June 1, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/floral-design-program-classic-design-fundamentals-2-tickets-308695555717

Registration Deadline: Friday, May 6 at 12:00 pm

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 serves 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.

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants will be required to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.

You will also be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.

This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Balcony and Terrace Container Gardening
2022-05-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
Are you looking for options for your smaller space? This program will show you inspiring photos and give you practical tricks for successful gardening on balconies and terraces. Matters covered include the challenges of container gardening and how to deal with them; types of containers to choose and how to prepare and plant them, design ideas; and choosing and caring for plants.
Public $25, TBG Member or Volunteer $20 (plus fees + HST)

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About Toronto Master Gardener Tena van Andel
Tena van Andel has volunteered with the Toronto Master Gardeners and the Master Gardeners of Ontario since 2003. She writes and lectures on anything gardening, in person and on radio and television. Yet, if you ask her favourites — orchids, large trees and the exotic bring a special gleam to her eye. Her latest adventures include rewilding a 19th century Northern Ontario farm and teaching a functional fitness class just for gardeners.
Online Program Access
Please note that this program is being hosted live ONLINE only. It will not be recorded, and it will only be available on Zoom at the scheduled time. Log-in details will be sent 2 days before the program date. If you register within two days of the presentation, you will receive your log-in details at 12:30 pm on the day of the presentation. Please make sure that you check your junk mail and/or make Eventbrite a trusted site.
Participation in online programming requires that attendees have access to and familiarization with current technology. Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement, and Zoom Best Practices document.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 12 at 12:00pm.

FAMILY PROGRAM: Birding with Beni
2022-05-14 09:00 - 11:30, 2022-06-19 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join our Seasonal Horticulturist Beni for a unique, fun, and informative tour of the ravine and surrounding areas as you seek out birds and other wildlife that make the Garden, the ravine, and Wilket Creek their home. Beni will share his extensive bird knowledge, identification, and photography tips as you explore the ravine and surrounding areas.

Individual Ticket $5; Family Ticket (up to 5 family members) $20 (plus fees + HST)
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Please Note: as with any wildlife tour, the spotting of birds and other wildlife is not guaranteed and is not within the control of the tour guide. Please be patient and considerate. The tour will not be rescheduled due to a lack of bird sightings. The tour will only be rescheduled due to inclement weather.

Program Schedule
Saturday, May 14, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, May 21, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, June 19, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Safe Program Access
You will be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment on site prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is a Family Program at TBG. Adults will only be allowed on the tour when accompanied by a child 16 years of age or younger.
Registration Deadline: Two days prior to the tour date.

NANPS Plant Sale
2022-05-14 09:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
North Amerian Native Plant Sale
Saturday May 14, 2022
9:30 am to 2:30 pm
For more information click here.
To see the plant list go here
We will follow public health measures as well as recommendations of Toronto Botanical Garden, including masking for our volunteers. Patrons are strongly recommended to mask.

Birding with Beni
2022-05-14 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-21 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-06-19 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join our Seasonal Horticulturist Beni for a unique, fun, and informative tour of the ravine and surrounding areas as you seek out birds and other wildlife that make the Garden, the ravine, and Wilket Creek their home. Beni will share his extensive bird knowledge, identification, and photography tips as you explore the ravine and surrounding areas.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/birding-with-beni-tickets-291745607967

Please Note: as with any wildlife tour, the spotting of birds and other wildlife is not guaranteed and is not within the control of the tour guide. Please be patient and considerate. The tour will not be rescheduled due to a lack of bird sightings. The tour will only be rescheduled due to inclement weather.

Program Schedule

Saturday May 14, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday May 21, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sunday June 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Safe Program AccessYou will be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment on site prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.
Registration Deadline: Two days prior to the tour date.

Ohara School of Ikebana - Toronto Chapter - 48th Annual Floral Exhibition
2022-05-15 12:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Japanese style floral arrangements
Live demonstration at 2pm and 3pm
Admission is $10, noon to 4:30pm
Visit the Garden Hall at the TBG
For more information click here.
Sunday May 15th
Brought to you by the Toronto Chapter of the Ohara School of Ikebana

Watercolour Workshop Series: Bees, Butterflies & Botanicals
2022-05-18 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
Learn to paint fuzzy bumblebees, colourful butterflies, and your favourite florals over four weeks of live online watercolour classes. Enjoy a different theme each week:

May 18: Bumble Bees
May 25: Flowers
June 1: Butterflies
June 8: Bees, Butterflies & Botanicals

All you need are watercolour paints, watercolour paper, a palette, and brushes to follow along with the live classes. A recommended supplies list will be sent to you on registration. All skill levels are welcome.
Wednesdays, May 18 through June 8, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Public $100, TBG Member or Volunteer $80 (plus fees + HST)
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About Alicia Spence
Alicia Spence is a Toronto-based artist and instructor, specializing in lettering, painting and mixed media. She loves sharing what she’s learned as a self-taught artist in creative workshops at the Toronto Botanical Garden and across Southern Ontario.
Online Program Access
Please note that this program is being hosted live ONLINE only. It will not be recorded, and it will only be available on Zoom at the scheduled time. Log-in details will be sent 2 days before the program date. If you register within two days of the presentation, you will receive your log-in details at 12:30 pm on the day of the presentation. Please make sure that you check your junk mail and/or make Eventbrite a trusted site.
Participation in online programming requires that attendees have access to and familiarization with current technology. Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement, and Zoom Best Practices document.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 18 at 12:00 pm.

Toronto Bonsai Society’s Spring Show and Sale
2022-05-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-22 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
From small trees that fit into the palm of your hand, to trees older than your grandparents, come see some of Canada’s premier bonsai from TBS members practicing at the highest levels of practice, as well as trees that are just starting their journey.
For more details and to purchase tickets online, click here.
TBS members with active membership get
FREE access to the Show & Sale.
Pre-bonsai and bonsai plant material, substrates, tools, pots, books, stands and other related items.
Cash, credit and debit accepted.
COVID PROTOCOLS
While the mask mandates are lifted, we kindly ask guests to still wear them whenever possible. Many of our volunteer are older and at-risk. Thank you for your understanding.
Click here for more information.

Peony & Lilac Pop Up Plant Sale
2022-05-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2022-05-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
View our carefully curated selection of Itoh Peonies and Canadian Lilacs. Online pre-sale ordering is now open and will close on Tuesday, May 24 at 7 p.m., or when our plants sell out. Orders will be available for pick up on May 27 & 28. Quantities are limited, order early for the best selection.

Fundamentals of Botanical Drawing
2022-06-04 10:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
This workshop is ideal for those wishing to learn a range of skills relating to drawing magnificent plants and flowers. Students will be given step-by-step instructions on how to establish realistic botanical drawings in graphite. The drawing process will be discussed in detail, along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing, and blending techniques with graphite to produce three-dimensional forms. The workshop is best suited to students with some drawing experience and an interest in botanical art.
Saturday, June 4, and Sunday, June 5, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Public $180, TBG Member or Volunteer $144 (plus fees + HST)

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About Michael Spillane
Michael Spillane has a broad and eclectic background both in the arts and natural sciences. Together with his early interests in botanical science and the natural world, Michael pursued his love of the arts. He studied botanical art and classical drawing and painting techniques and holds a diploma in illustration and design along with other academic qualifications in horticulture, botany, and music. Michael has held positions of editor and art director for two Canadian national magazines and has written over 300 articles worldwide. He is a former editor of Canada’s Plant & Garden magazine. Michael teaches botanical drawing and painting at his studio in Mississauga – Spillane Studio of Fine Arts. His own work includes detailed and accurately rendered botanical paintings and classical still life vignettes. Michael works in oil on canvas on a fairly large scale and also paints smaller still life subjects on linen canvas and wood panels. He also uses watercolour and various drawing mediums in his botanical drawings and paintings. https://www.spillane-arts.com/

Safe Program Access
To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants will be required to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
You will also be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.
We appreciate your support and cooperation.
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 3 at 12:00 pm.

Yoga at the Garden
2022-06-09 10:15 - 2022-06-30 11:15 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join yoga4good to practice gentle hatha yoga outdoors in the Garden. Beginners welcome. Stretch, breathe, and meditate as you take in the sights and smells of the garden in bloom. Participants must bring their own towel, yoga mat, and water if desired. The class will move indoors if the weather is inclement. All levels are welcome.

Thursdays, June 9 through June 30, 10:15 a.m. (4 sessions)

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/yoga-at-tbg-tickets-311897041447

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Safe Program Access

You will be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment on site prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.

This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 7 at 12:00 pm.

Annual General Meeting
2022-06-09 18:00 (America/New_York)
Toronto Botanical Garden’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2023, at 6 p.m. The AGM will take place live and in person in the Floral Hall. Current members in good standing will receive an email invitation 10 days prior to the event.

We are excited to welcome our members to the Garden on a beautiful summer’s evening. Members are invited to arrive starting at 5 p.m. for light refreshments and social time. Arrive early to meet our TBG team and visit with TBG Board Directors and your fellow TBG members. The James Boyd Children’s Centre, the Garden Shop, and the Weston Family Library will be open until 6 p.m. Following the formal business portion of AGM, our Director of Horticulture, Roger Gettig and Lead Horticulturist, Leslie Hockley will give a tour of the garden.

Pre-registration is recommended. Light refreshments will be available.

If you have any questions or comments about the Annual General Meeting or the status of your membership, please contact the membership office or call our executive assistant, Ujala Bhatia at 416-397-1335.

Through the Garden Gate: Secret Gardens of Wychwood
2022-06-11 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-06-12 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Through the Garden Gate presented by Cullen’s Foods is Toronto’s largest tour of private gardens. This self-guided walking tour has been showcasing the unique gardens in Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods for over 30 years. After a two-year hiatus, Toronto Botanical Garden will once again host its annual garden tour highlighting the beautiful private gardens in the mid-Toronto neighbourhood of Wychwood, known for its Arts & Crafts architecture, artistic and entrepreneurial residents, and some pretty amazing gardeners! Read more…

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE, ONLINE ONLY.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/through-the-garden-gate-wychwood-tickets-317343742677

THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 GENEROUS SPONSOR

Rose & Clematis Pop Up Plant Sale
2022-06-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2022-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Save the Date. Stay tuned for details.

An Introduction to Horticulture Therapy
2022-06-18 09:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Are you interested in learning about the practice and profession of Horticulture Therapy (HT)? In this full-day workshop, join registered Horticulture Therapist Felicity Lukace to understand how plants, horticultural activities, and nature are vital components that improve well-being and quality of life. You will develop an awareness of the unique benefits of HT programs while learning about program offerings, starting a therapeutic garden program, and implementing HT activities tailored to a variety of specific needs.
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About Felicity Lukace
Felicity Lukace, Horticulture Therapy Registered (HTR) has been a member of the Canadian Horticulture Therapy Association (CHTA) since 1986, the H.T.R. American Horticulture Therapy Association (AHTA) since 1999, and has been a Master Gardener since 1996.
She has worked with Ryerson University Architectural Science program and Humber College Landscape Technician students to establish a roof top garden for residents of the Terrace Wagman Centre. Working to create H.T. programs and accessible gardens for various organizations, health care centres, community gardens, and adult day programs, Felicity has had a lengthy career dedicated to using plants and nature to improve the health of countless individuals. She is also the recipient of The Hy and Bertha Shore Award and The Baycrest Innovation Award.
Safe Program Access
To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants will be required to wear masks indoors and and maintain physical distancing.
You will also be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.
We appreciate your support and cooperation.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 16 at 12:00pm.

Pollinator Gardens
2022-06-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
What is a pollinator garden and why should you plant one? Join Toronto Master Gardener Helen Battersby to learn about winning ways to help pollinators thrive. The presentation will cover pollinators, the needs of a pollinator garden, the distinguishing characteristics of pollinator plants, as well as recommendations for specific plants and how to care for a pollinator garden.
Public $25, Member and Volunteer $20 (plus fees + HST)

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About Toronto Master Gardener Helen Battersby
Helen is a graduate of Ryerson’s Landscape Design program and in 2022 celebrates her 17th year as a volunteer with the Toronto Master Gardeners.
She has contributed writing and images to Garden Making and Trellis magazines, and US online publication GardenDesign.com. With her sister, Sarah, she writes the award-winning TorontoGardens.com and publishes the Toronto & Golden Horseshoe Gardener’s Journal.
Online Program Access
Please note that this program is being hosted live ONLINE only. It will not be recorded, and it will only be available on Zoom at the scheduled time. Log-in details will be sent 2 days before the program date. If you register within two days of the presentation, you will receive your log-in details at 12:30 pm on the day of the presentation. Please make sure that you check your junk mail and/or make Eventbrite a trusted site.
Participation in online programming requires that attendees have access to and familiarization with current technology. Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement, and Zoom Best Practices document.
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 20 at 12:00 pm.

Guided Tours: Wilket Creek Ravine
2022-06-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2022-06-25 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Explore the Toronto Botanical Garden and the Wilket Creek Ravine with a knowledgeable tour guide.

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FAMILY PROGRAM: Let's Build a Native Bee House
2022-06-26 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join Prafulla Prabhu for this hands-on, one-hour workshop where you will leave with a bee house to attract gentle native bees to your garden. Bees are an important part of our ecosystems and our lives. From coffee, fruits, and vegetables, to candles, wax artworks, cotton and so much more – bees play an important role in modern life. More importantly, they are responsible for a third of the food we consume on a regular basis. With changes to our climate, our relationship with native bees is coming into sharper focus. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to make a bee house that can be placed in their backyard to attract gentle native bees. The program price includes the cost of the bee house which you will take home after the program.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tbg-family-program-native-bee-discovery-series-lets-build-a-bee-house-tickets-295393097707

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Bee House Full Starter Kit Materials

Bee house: Produced by local artisans with pine wood finished with organic wood stain.
40 tubular lakebed reeds and cardboard tubes

About Prafulla Prabhu

Praf (Prafulla) Prabhu is the founder, CEO of Pollinate Canada an organization that is working to build a movement to support gentle native bees in urban and rural areas. Although she has worked with honeybees her enduring interest is in nurturing bumblebees and other native bees in urban and rural areas. She regularly conducts workshops and classes on native bees and hopes to interest all gardeners to join the movement to support native bees.
For more information on the work Praf and Pollinate Canada are engaged in, please visit www.PollinateCanada.ca

Safe Program Access

You will be asked to complete a mandatory paperless COVID-19 Self-Assessment on site prior to your participation. Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.

This is a Family Program at TBG. Adults will only be allowed to attend the program when accompanied by a child 16 years of age or younger.

Registration Deadline: Monday, June 20 at 12:00pm.

Summer Fitness
2022-07-05 10:00 - 2022-08-09 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Practice standing movements designed to increase balance, agility, alignment, and strength. You will feel great.

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Enjoy the beauty of spring blossoms while building a stronger, healthier you. You will practice standing movements designed to increase balance, agility, alignment, and strength. These exercises are gentle and thoughtful, focusing on whole body movement to prevent pain, falls and all-around creakiness. You will feel great after an hour of a little moving, a little stretching, a little weight work and a whole lot of fun.

Tuesdays, July 5 through August 9, 10 – 11 a.m.
Registration fee: Public $90, Members $72

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’.
Safe Program Access
This is an Adult Education program at TBG. All participants must be 16+.
Registration Deadline: Monday July 4 at 12:00pm.
