Toronto Botanical Garden

Guided Breathwork Experience
2024-03-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a transformative experience, where you’ll find inner peace and relaxation.

Breathwork is therapy for balancing the relationship between body and mind. Join Mira Kopanarov, a trained professional who will guide you in this experience where you will experience a deep connection and release emotional and physical blockages through practising a pre-set breathing style. Complemented by herbal tea (including Rosa Damascena, handpicked from the mountains of Bulgaria), the effects of the therapy will leave you relaxed and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety.

No prior experience is required. Participants please bring your yoga mat and eye mask; a small pillow and blanket are recommended.

Program Schedule

Saturday, March 23; 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Public $65, TBG Members $58 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Mira Kopanarov
Mira is a breathwork coach and communications specialist with a wealth of experience spanning over two decades. Four years ago, following a personal journey through burnout, Mira pivoted her practice towards the transformative power of holistic communications. This shift aimed to create a nurturing environment for individuals and communities experiencing the consequences of the “burnout economy” and trauma. Through guided breathwork, mindfulness, and storytelling, Mira tackles issues like anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, imposter syndrome, and self-love deficiency. Her experiences lend her empathy and insight, driving her commitment to offering a safe, healing space for those seeking support.
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.
Registration Deadlines: Friday March 22, 2024 at 12 pm

Drawing Butterflies with Pen and Ink
2024-03-23 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creating beautiful butterfly art using pen and ink, where creativity takes flight!

In this workshop you’ll be drawing mounted Butterfly specimens up close where you can see every detail. Our instructor will lead you through every stage of the process with group demonstrations and individual attention. Beginners welcome.

Please Bring:

8 x 10 inch Sketchbook with Smooth Paper

0.5mm Mechanical Pencil with HB lead

0.3 mm Black Ink Pen – Micron brand or similar fibre tipped pen

White Eraser

Optional: Basic set of Colour Pencils

Ages 18 + are welcome. No experience necessary.

Saturday, March 23, 1 to 4 p.m.

Registration: Public $70, TBG Members $60 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Alan Li
Alan Li is an artist focused on nature. He supports conservation efforts through the sale of his artwork and is active in volunteering. Alan believes drawing can open people’s eyes to the planet’s diversity and show them that it matters. Alan grew up near the Niagara Escarpment and spent much of his childhood exploring the cliffs and forests. Those early encounters with nature have influenced both the direction of his life and the choice of subjects for his art. He currently pursues his own projects, teaches workshops, and collaborates with grassroots environmental groups.
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 !

Safe Program Access

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 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.

Petal to Paper: Paper Hellebore Workshop
2024-03-24 13:00 - 16:00
Join us to create lifelike paper hellebores with botanical accuracy!

Join paper artist Nancy Lalicon for the “Paper to Petal: Paper Hellebore Workshop.” In this 3-hour session, participants will learn to create lifelike paper hellebores, focusing on botanical accuracy. Nancy will guide you through constructing the flowers and using colored media to enhance their beauty. Discover the art of paper floristry and leave with your own stunning creations.

Materials Provided:

Selection of paper

Floral Wire

Aleene’s Glue

Soft Pastels

Alcohol Markers

Acrylic Paint and Markers

What To Bring:

Sharp scissors (4”-5”) (optional)

Additional colouring materials (optional)

Vase (optional)

Sunday, March 24, 1 to 4 p.m.

Registration: Public $67, TBG Members $57 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Nancy Lalicon
Nancy Lalicon is a multi-media sculptor specialized in making botanically accurate paper flowers and plants, and in facilitating workshops for 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 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.

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

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 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.

Thursday Afternoon, Drop-in Board Games, Puzzles, and more!
2024-03-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-25 13:00 - 16:00
Join us in the Weston Family Library for drop-in games, puzzles, and more. Want to play a game with friends, colour something botanical, or sit quietly making a puzzle? These informal afternoons let you enjoy the library while you play and learn!

This is a FREE event. Please note registration is not required but we would love to know you are planning to attend!

Thursdays, January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 18, 25; 1-4 p.m.

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Join Toronto Botanical GardenJoin the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on programs, 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!

Program Access• 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.• This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Three Landscapes: Pruned, Tangled & Wild
2024-03-28 19:00 - 20:30
Three landscapes and what they teach us about our interactions with the natural world.

This presentation of photographs, sketches and drawings created by Architect, Howard Rideout will reveal three very personal landscapes that he has nurtured for decades. The first is a city garden pruned to perfection, the second is a large tangled garden created for his parents which has reverted into a semi-natural state and the third is a large wilderness preserve Howard has been imagining since he was a child and which has only recently come into fruition. All three teach us about the different ways we engage the natural world, reminding us that we are renewed and inspired by these interactions.

Thursday, March 28, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

TBG Member Exclusive Event $5

Not a member? Join now!

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Howard Rideout
Howard Rideout is an accomplished architect, illustrator, and a passionate environmentalist. As a graduate of the University of Waterloo School of Architecture, and a member of both the Ontario Association of Architects, and the American Society of Architectural Illustrators he has built a successful design career that spans from residential projects in Ontario to planning university campuses, waterfront communities as well as numerous luxury hotels and resorts in China. His architectural projects in rural Ontario are highlighted in the book, “Building Community/Community Building, The Work of Howard Rideout Architect in Simcoe County”. He has received numerous awards for this work, with environmental stewardship being a driving force in his design philosophy. With each new project, Howard strives to create sustainable and harmonious spaces that coexist with nature, reflecting a deep understanding of the relationship between the built environment and the natural world at exists within and around them.
Preorders for his upcoming book, The Dorset Project-the Winters/ Rideout Preservation Initiative which details one of the landscapes he will be presenting in this lecture will be available for viewing at the talk.
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

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.
R ead about our Refund Policy and Code of Conduct.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 26 at 12 p.m.

Hellebores: Our Best Late Winter, Early Spring Blooms!
2024-04-02 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for an informative session about Hellebores; the most magnificent blooms to welcome the late winter and early spring season!

Discover the enchanting world of hellebores – nature’s early risers! With their captivating hues and striking foliage, hellebores make a great addition to any garden. Pest resistant and cold tolerant, the are always happy in Ontario Gardens! Join us for an informative session covering all aspects of growing hellebores. From planting tips to maintenance advice, you’ll gain practical knowledge to successfully cultivate these versatile plants in your garden. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your gardening skills and add the enduring beauty of hellebores to your landscape

Tuesday, April 2, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Registration: Public $20, TBG Members $15 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Marion Jarvie
Marion Jarvie is a passionate plants-woman who has been gardening in Thornhill for over forty years. She loves plants and invites any and all to her garden where you will find the hardiest of varieties side by side with plants from all over the world. Marion has been involved with both the Toronto and International gardening communities. Marion is an accomplished photographer and enthusiastic educator. She teaches regularly at the Toronto Botanical Garden and has lectured all over North America and in the UK.

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

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 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.

Children's Story Time with Toronto Public Library
2024-04-08 10:30 - 11:00
Join us as Children’s Story Time continues with Toronto Public Library and Toronto Botanical Garden

TPL and TBG have partnered to bring back storytime! Relaunched, and back by popular demand, come join us in the Weston Family Library for children’s nature and garden story time with rhymes, and songs! All ages are welcome! Please note, caregivers must stay with participants during the program. These programs are drop-in, and free, but we love to know you are coming!

Monday, April 8, from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Registration: FREE

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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

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 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.

Plant This, Not That
2024-04-17 18:30 - 19:30
Get ready to learn which plants to grow and which ones to avoid!

Did you know that alien plant species now make up about 20% of Ontario’s plant population, many of which were introduced through the horticultural trade? In this captivating talk led by Toronto Master Gardeners, you’ll delve into the environmental impact of these plants and discover effective strategies to halt their spread. Our expert Toronto Master Gardeners will also unveil a variety of stunning alternative plant profiles tailored to enhance any garden. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and beautify your garden sustainably!

Wednesday, April 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Registration: Public $15, TBG Members $10 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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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.

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.

Drawing with Botanical Ink
2024-04-20 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for a fun-filled day of creating beautiful artwork using botanical ink!

In this workshop you’ll learn how to draw a leaf using a classic dip pen with black walnut ink. The warm brown ink evokes the timeless drawings of Renaissance Master Leonardo da Vinci. Our instructor will also explain how to make your own ink. All participants will go home with a dip pen handle, metal drawing nip and small bottle of black walnut inkmade at Toronto Botanical Garden!

No experience is required; just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!

Beginners welcome.

Materials are included. You will take home the following:

1 dip pen handle

1 Japanese metal drawing nib

1 sheet of archival quality herbarium paper

1 small bottle of Black Walnut ink made at TBG.

Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Alan Li
Alan Li is an artist focused on nature. He supports conservation efforts through the sale of his artwork and is active in volunteering. Alan believes drawing can open people’s eyes to the planet’s diversity and show them that it matters. Alan grew up near the Niagara Escarpment and spent much of his childhood exploring the cliffs and forests. Those early encounters with nature have influenced both the direction of his life and the choice of subjects for his art. He currently pursues his own projects, teaches workshops, and collaborates with grassroots environmental groups.
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 !
Safe Program Access

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 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.

Spring Succulent Workshop
2024-04-21 13:30 - 15:00
Join us to create beautiful spring succulents!

Succulent specialist and designer, Molly Shannon, will lead you through a relaxing and enjoyable succulent arranging experience that offers fun and therapeutic value. The workshop begins with an introduction to succulent care and designing with succulents, followed by hands-on designing of a cute ceramic planter with a variety of succulent plants!
All materials required to create your own arrangement will be provided, including a planter pot, specialty succulent soil, succulent plants, and care instruction cards. Please bring your own gardening gloves if needed.
Sunday April 21, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $65, Members $60 (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 !

Safe Program Access

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 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.

Gardening for Birds & Butterflies
2024-04-24 18:30 - 19:30
Join us to learn how to attract beautiful birds and butterflies to our gardens!

Gardens that create habitat and food sources for birds, bees and butterflies provide many benefits to both the gardener and the neighbourhood. These small creatures animate the garden and create endless entertainment. They also supply ecological services, such as increased yields of vegetable and fruit crops, and passive pest control. It’s easier than you think to create a habitat-friendly garden, and this presentation will provide many ideas that you can implement in your own little paradise.

Wednesday, April 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Registration: Public $15, TBG Members $10 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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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.

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.

Composting with Earthworms – Build your own Natural Soil Amendment!
2024-05-02 18:00 - 21:00
Learn how to compost with earthworms and create your own natural soil amendment!

Join Worm Wrangler to learn about composting with help from earth worms! This is a group program and each registration can accommodate up to 5 participants from a family or group. Each group will take home their own at home composter!

During this interactive session, the worm wrangler, AKA Amanda Hunter will introduce you to the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of vermicomposting – a natural, sustainable method of transforming organic waste into a nutrient-rich soil conditioner. Each family or group will leave this workshop with their own vermicompost bin, red wiggler worms and the know-how to keep your worms happy and productive. Together, we’ll set up your worm composting bin; talk about how and when to feed your worms; and how to harvest and use your finished vermicompost in your home or garden.

We’ll also delve into the environmental benefits of vermicomposting, including waste reduction, soil enrichment, and fun. This is a great family-friendly hobby, and children are invited to participate in this hands-on workshop!

All materials are included. You will take home the following:

-A worm composting bin

-Bedding

-Red wiggler worms to get you started!

Thursday, May 2, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Registration:

TBG Members: $95 per group (up to 5 participants) (plus applicable taxes and fees)

Public: $115 per group (up to 5 participants) (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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About Amanda Hunter
Amanda Hunter is the Worm Wrangler, based out of Kitchener, ON. She comes to us with a M.Sc. in soil science, and a passion for healthy soil and communities.
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

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 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.

Dawn Chorus Birding
2024-05-05 05:30 - 07:00
Join us for a beautiful chorus of birdsong at the start of the day!Early in the day, the air is calm and other sounds are low. Join us for International Dawn Chorus Day to revel in an incredible natural symphony as birds pass overhead on their southern migration south. Sasan Beni, TBG Seasonal Horticulturist, and avid birder, will be on hand to help identify the birds we hear and see. Bring your binoculars for a better view (we will have extras on hand) and a mug/thermos for a warm beverage and post-birding chat. 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 lack bird sightings. The tour will only be rescheduled due to inclement weather. Meet at the TBG main entrance, just outside the George and Kathy Dembroski Centre for Horticulture. The walk will start promptly at 5:30 a.m., arrive early to arrive on time. Sunday, May 5, from 5:30- 7:00 a.m. Registration: Public $22, Members $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees) About Sasan Beni Sasan Beni is a writer turned Horticulturalist. He graduated with a diploma in Environmental Landscape Management from Seneca College in King City, worked for the Toronto Zoo as a seasonal gardener, and joined TBG in 2020 as a seasonal Horticulturalist. His home is a revolving door of tropical plants. Beni is also passionate about birdwatching and wildlife photography. In the last three years he has led many guided birdwatching walks around Toronto and has written several articles for Trellis magazine illustrated with his nature photographs. 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! Accessibility: The walk will be at a leisurely pace throughout, following designated pathways and trails but sometimes covering uneven terrain and steep inclines. Dress appropriately for the weather and walk slowly. Wearing layers is recommended. Closed-toed shoes are required. We will begin promptly. NOTE: This program occurs rain or shine (save for cases of extreme weather); please dress appropriately for the weather. Safe Program Access 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.

Native Plant Container Workshop
2024-05-08 19:00 - 20:30
Join us to learn how to create beautiful container gardens using native plants at our fun and hands-on workshop!

No garden is too small to support the environment and encourage biodiversity by growing native plants! Join this workshop to learn how create a container of nativeplants for a summer of blooms on your balcony or terrace. You will create a container with 5-6 native plants to take home. Your native plant container garden will feed butterflies and caterpillars and provide seeds for the birds. Led by a Toronto Master Gardener, topics will include:

What plants are native to Toronto and where to source them

Choosing plants for continuous bloom

Selecting plants that are the right size for containers

Pros and cons of different container types

How to maintain your container from year to year

Plants are sourced from local native plant supplier Toronto Plant Market.

All Materials are provided. Please bring gardening gloves if you don’t want to get your hands dirty!

Wednesday May 8, 2024; 7-8:30 p.m.Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

Register Today

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.
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.

Mother’s Day Hand Tied Bouquet
2024-05-09 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a creative Mother’s Day celebration where you’ll learn to create stunning hand-tied bouquets!

Hand tied bouquets evoke the excitement of glamour and luxury. The flowers are compact and artistically arranged, with additional visual interest with the stems which are not hidden. In this workshop you’ll learn the best way in how to make your own beautiful bouquet.

All materials, including floral, are included. Remember to bring your scissors and secateurs for cutting stems. This workshop is not affiliated with the Certificate in Floral Design.

Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 6 to 8p.m.

Public $100, Members $90 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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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.
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

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.
Read about our Refund Policy and Code of Conduct.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Spring Awakening
2024-05-09 18:30 - 19:30
Join us to welcome the arrival of spring in this informative workshop!

After a long winter it’s a joy to see the arrival of spring. Learn the easy steps to take in spring to enjoy your best garden ever! We’ll cover monthly tasks for the flower beds, shrubs, veggie patch and lawn, when to start seeds, cut back foliage, clean up, weed and divide, and 5 great ways to maximize results in the veggie patch. Come and be inspired.

Thursday May 9, 2024 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Registration: Public $15, TBG Members $10 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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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.
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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 !
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.
We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Mother’s Day Hand Tied Bouquet
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a creative Mother’s Day celebration where you’ll learn to create stunning hand-tied bouquets!

Hand tied bouquets evoke the excitement of glamour and luxury. The flowers are compact and artistically arranged, with additional visual interest with the stems which are not hidden. In this workshop you’ll learn the best way in how to make your own beautiful bouquet.

All materials, including floral, are included. Remember to bring your scissors and secateurs for cutting stems. This workshop is not affiliated with the Certificate in Floral Design.

Saturday May 11, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Public $100, Members $90 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

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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.
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

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.
Read about our Refund Policy and Code of Conduct.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Fresh Rose Solid Perfume Workshop
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us for a fun workshop where you’ll learn to make your own solid perfume using fresh rose petals!

This Mother’s Day, come celebrate at Toronto Botanical Garden! We are hosting a workshop where you can work directly with fresh rose petals to develop a fragrant organic perfume as part of our Mother’s Day celebration. The traditional French technique— called enfleurage— uses real flower petals to develop a natural solid perfume that smells identical to a fresh flower profile. Learn the process behind this ancient technique and the practice methods of organic perfumery at the Toronto Botanical Garden. This solid perfume workshop allows you to work directly with plant material to make your own natural rose solid perfume— from petal to perfume!

All materials are provided. No previous experience necessary. All participants will take home their own solid perfume!

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Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registration: Public $65, TBG Members $55(plus applicable taxes and fees)

About Terrene Perfumery
Terrene Perfumery founder Tricia Gnadt is an artisanal perfumer and organic skincare developer who focuses on wild harvested and foraged scent profiles. Originally from North Texas, Tricia learned to develop solid perfumes from the native plants of her homeland. Now local to Toronto, Tricia is continuing to develop perfumes local to her environment.

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

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 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.

Family Native Plant Container Workshop
2024-05-11 13:30 - 14:30
Let’s get our hands dirty and learn how to create beautiful container gardens using native plants with your family!

Come join us at the Toronto Botanical Garden for a fun and educational Family Native Plant Container Workshop! Learn about the benefits of native plants and create beautiful plant containers using native plants that are perfect for your garden or balcony. Your native plant container garden will feed butterflies and caterpillars and provide seeds for the birds. Our instructors will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks along the way. This hands-on workshop is suitable for all ages, so bring the whole family along for a day of creativity and greenery. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and learn something new!
All materials are included. You will take home the following:
-A pot with soil and 5-6 native plants
-Native Plant information sheet
Saturday, May 11, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Registration:
TBG Members: $10 per group (up to 5 participants) (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Public: $15 per group (up to 5 participants) (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Self-Identifying Equity Deserving: $0 per group (up to 5 participants)
Please note: Each registration provides entrance to up to 5 participants in a group, family or household. Each group, family or household will create one planter together to take home.
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

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 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.

Mother’s Day Heart Succulent Workshop (Morning)
2024-05-12 10:30 - 12:00
Join us and create a one-of-a-kind succulent heart; the perfect Mother’s Day gift!

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special succulent arranging workshop led by Molly Shannon, a renowned succulent specialist and designer. In addition to learning about succulent care and design, participants will enjoy tea and handmade floral cookies by a local baker. Molly will guide you through the process of creating a heart-shaped planter with mini succulent plants, offering a relaxing and therapeutic experience. Come join us for a unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
All materials required to create your own Succulent Heart will be provided, including planter pot, specialty succulent soil, mini succulents, and care instruction cards. Please bring your own gardening gloves if needed.
Sunday, May 12, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $75, Members $70 (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 !
Safe Program Access

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 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.

Mother’s Day Heart Succulent Workshop (Afternoon)
2024-05-12 13:30 - 15:00
Join us and create a one-of-a-kind succulent heart; the perfect Mother’s Day gift!

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special succulent arranging workshop led by Molly Shannon, a renowned succulent specialist and designer. In addition to learning about succulent care and design, participants will enjoy tea and handmade floral cookies by a local baker. Molly will guide you through the process of creating a heart-shaped planter with mini succulent plants, offering a relaxing and therapeutic experience. Come join us for a unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
All materials required to create your own Succulent Heart will be provided, including planter pot, specialty succulent soil, mini succulents, and care instruction cards. Please bring your own gardening gloves if needed.
Sunday, May 12, 1:30 to 3 p.m.Public $75, Members $70 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
New session added for May 12, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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 !

Safe Program Access

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 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.

Birding in Wilket Creek Ravine
2024-05-26 07:00 - 09:30
Join us for a birding adventure at Wilket Creek Ravine!

Join TBG 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 TBG, 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.
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 lack bird sightings. The tour will only be rescheduled due to inclement weather.
Meet at the TBG main entrance, just outside the George and Kathy Dembroski Centre for Horticulture. The walk will start promptly at 7:00 a.m., arrive early to arrive on time.
Sunday, May 26, from 7:00- 9:30 a.m.
Registration: Public $22, Members $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Sasan Beni
Sasan Beni is a writer turned Horticulturalist. He graduated with a diploma in Environmental Landscape Management from Seneca College in King City, worked for the Toronto Zoo as a seasonal gardener, and joined TBG in 2020 as a seasonal Horticulturalist. His home is a revolving door of tropical plants. Beni is also passionate about birdwatching and wildlife photography. In the last three years he has led many guided birdwatching walks around Toronto and has written several articles for Trellis magazine illustrated with his nature photographs.
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!
Accessibility:
The walk will be at a leisurely pace throughout, following designated pathways and trails but sometimes covering uneven terrain and steep inclines. Dress appropriately for the weather and walk slowly. Wearing layers is recommended. Closed-toed shoes are required. We will begin promptly. NOTE: This program occurs rain or shine (save for cases of extreme weather); please dress appropriately for the weather.
Safe Program Access
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.

Petal to Paper: Paper Peony Workshop
2024-06-16 10:00 - 15:00
Join us to learn how to create lifelike paper peonies!

Join paper artist Nancy Lalicon for the “Paper to Petal: Paper Peony Workshop.” In this 4-hour session, participants will learn to create lifelike paper peonies, focusing on botanical accuracy. Nancy will guide you through constructing the flowers and using colored media to enhance their beauty. Discover the art of paper floristry and leave with your own stunning creations.
Materials Provided:

Selection of paper
Floral Wire
Aleene’s Glue
Soft Pastels
Alcohol Markers
Acrylic Paint and Markers

What to Bring:

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

Sunday, June 16th from 10:00AM-3:00PM
Registration: Public $70, TBG Members $60 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

About Nancy Lalicon
Nancy Lalicon is a multi-media sculptor specialized in making botanically accurate paper flowers and plants, and in 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 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 tolerates all her studio hours and mountains of flowers and roots.

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.

Living Wild in the City Hike & Fire
2024-06-23 09:00 - 12:00
Join us for an urban adventure exploring hidden trails, spotting wildlife, and ending the day with a cozy bonfire under the city lights!

Living Wild in the City Hike & Fire
Knowledge based on natural relationships and cultural aspects of Indigenous people will be shared during this hike and fire with Alan Colley from Living Wild in the City. This outdoor tour to explore the local flora and fauna of the land will begin with an opening sharing circle and introductions, teachings about the environment and ecosystems and conclude with everyone gathering together around a fire.
Sunday, June 23, 9:00-12:00 p.m.
Registration: Public $5,(plus applicable taxes and fees), Self-Identifying equity deserving – Free
About Alan Colley
Alan Colley is an Indigenous Anishinaabe Toronto resident with extensive knowledge of local geography, history, and ecosystems. Alan facilitates Indigenous culturally based workshops and tours focusing on self-improvement, motivation, and goal setting in recreational, educational, or corporate settings. Providing environmental education in all teachings benefit both the Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities greatly. While not leading tours, Alan can be found on the land, fishing, hiking, traveling, canoeing, snowboarding, and mastering traditional healing activities.

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.

Botanical Mixed Media
2024-06-23 10:00 - 15:00
Explore your creativity with mixed media painting!

Join artist Nancy Falconi on a creative journey as she guides you through the photo transfer process, transforming a photograph from the Toronto Botanical Garden into a mixed media painting! Get ready to master the 3 steps to a successful photo transfer. Using graphite you will depict the intricacy and details in the transferred botanical photograph, focusing on defining shadows and shapes. Drawing inspiration from master graphite artists, we will delve into five drawing techniques tailored for graphite work. Following this, participants will complete the painting with acrylic paint. By the end of the class, you will acquire the ability to transform photographic images by enhancing them with acrylic paint and graphite, resulting in photographic paintings. The techniques acquired in this session will enable you to produce mixed media paintings based on your botanical photographs.
No prior experience or drawing background required. All materials provided. You will depart with an 8×10 mixed media painting on a wooden panel ready for display.
Sunday, June 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Public $130, TBG Members $110 (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

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

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 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.

Summer Forest Bathing at the Garden
2024-06-23 13:30 - 16:30
Join us for a unique forest bathing walk on-site with Certified Forest Therapy Guide Emma Rooney!

Join us this summer for a unique forest bathing walk on-site at the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG). Certified Forest Therapy Guide Emma Rooney will lead you on an outdoor experience to stretch your sensory awareness while deepening your connection with nature.
Forest bathing—taking in the forest atmosphere—is a practice that originated in Japan in the 1980s to address burnout caused by the technological boom. Now, the practice has inspired people all over the world to connect with nearby nature. You will learn about some of the benefits of forest therapy and be gently guided in the practice. As you walk leisurely through TBG’s grounds, you’ll receive gentle prompts to help fully engage your senses—seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching the nature surrounding you. Immerse yourself in the new season and deepen your relationship with the wild things in our city.
The walk ends with a seasonal tea, where we’ll share some poetry to allow the experience to sink in. Don’t miss your chance to try forest bathing for yourself in a beautiful outdoor setting! Leave with ideas for getting outside at any time of the year and feeling the benefits of being nurtured by nature.
Accessibility:
We’ll begin with an introduction indoors before heading outside. The walk will be at a leisurely pace throughout, following designated pathways and trails but sometimes covering uneven terrain and steep inclines. The total walk distance over the three hours is approximately 2 km. Dress appropriately for the weather and walking slowly. Wearing layers is recommended. Closed-toed shoes are required. You may wish to bring along your own folding stool, cushion, or kneeling pad for sitting on the ground and a walking stick or poles. In the event of severe weather, alternative arrangements to seek cover will be made by TBG staff. Bathrooms are available on-site. The program will finish at the TBG building.
NOTE: This program occurs rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather.
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 21 at noon
Sunday, June 23 from 1:30-4:30 PM.Registration: Public $50, TBG Members $40 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Emma Rooney
Emma Rooney is a community programmer, environmentalist, health and wellness advocate, gardener, and foodie. She is the proprietor of Blooming Caravan, a mobile business that brings Creative Companionship—therapeutic gardening, seasonal cooking, and storytelling—to older adults in the comfort of their homes. She also works as a horticultural therapy practitioner, offering nature connection programs in long-term care and to various community groups. Her hands-on approach is informed by an ethic of caring for the land and people and by hours spent wandering High Park, dreaming up possibilities. Emma is a certified forest therapy guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and offers weekly community sessions at her Forest Bathing Studio.
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

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.
Read about our Refund Policy and Code of Conduct.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.
