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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing at the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Connect with nature and join us for a guided forest therapy walk!\nRekindle your relationship with nature this fall through a guided outdoor forest bathing walk with certified forest therapy guide Laura Bincik. At a slow pace and in community with other participants and the environment\, you will be guided by a series of invitations throughout the experience to awaken your senses and intentionally connect with nature in the present moment.\n \nWe will gather briefly indoors to prepare for the walk and consider the origin of forest bathing\, as well as some of the benefits of the practice. When we venture into the Toronto Botanical Gardens and surrounding ravine\, we will cover a loop of approximately 1.5 km on paved pathways\, lawns and bare ground\, at times encountering uneven terrain\, inclines and declines. We will be strolling\, standing and sitting (if you wish to). Your comfort and safety are most important!\n \nAs this program occurs rain or shine\, please dress for the weather and wear sturdy\, closed-toed footwear. Long pants and shirt sleeves will help to protect against insect bites. You may wish to bring a water bottle\, sunhat/glasses\, walking poles and/or a folding stool or sitting/kneeling pad.\n \nAs the walk ends\, we will gather and partake in a seasonal tea\, snacks and taste honey harvested at Toronto Botanical Garden.\n \nIn the event of severe weather or environmental conditions\, TBG staff will make alternative arrangements to the program.\n \nWashrooms are available onsite.\n \nThe program is suited for adults 18+. All participants must sign a liability waiver at the start of the program.\n \nService pets welcome but we ask that you leave your pets at home during this program.\n \nFriday\, November 6\, 1 to 3 p.m.\nPublic $35\, TBG Members $30 (plus applicable taxes and fees)\n \nAbout Laura Bincik\nLaura Bincik is a certified forest therapy guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Following a career that straddled health care and education\, Laura discovered that her lifelong sense of awe for the natural world could be enriched and shared with others to enhance wellbeing. Laura feels a connection to the land and the wonder of being in nature from countless hours spent exploring Toronto ravines in all seasons. An active member of Nature and Forest Therapy Canada\, Laura follows the growing research on the mental and physical health benefits of forest bathing and is expanding her practice by connecting with local\, national and international leaders in the field.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/forest-bathing-at-the-garden-10/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass: Winter Scene Plate Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Design and create a beautiful winter-themed glass plate!\nImagine: There is a slight nip in the air\, the snow-covered landscape\, the crunching of snow beneath your feet. Millean Kung will guide participants through making a 6” by 6” glass plate. You will learn how to cut glass and how to piece them together to create your winter scene. Participants will also learn about the types of glass\, the tools involved\, and techniques used.\n \nAll materials will be provided. This course welcomes beginners.\n \nPlease note: Participants’ creations will be fired off-site and will be ready for pickup in about 6 to 8 weeks.\n \nSaturday\, November 7\, 1 to 3 p.m.\nPublic $115\, TBG Members $110 (plus applicable taxes and fees)\n \nAbout Millean Kung\nBorn and raised in Toronto\, Millean discovered pottery and glass art more than 10 years ago. Currently\, she is a member of the of the Potter’s Studios in Scarborough and is involved in the Small Business Arts Mentorship Program at Glasstronomy Studios in Markham. Since retiring from education\, Millean has devoted her time to her pottery and glass art. She is the sole proprietor of her business\, “1 in a Millean\,” and participates in a number of arts and crafts shows.\n \nMillean also loves to garden and is a member and a volunteer at the Toronto Botanical Garden. To keep her schedule busy she enjoys cooking and baking.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\n \nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/fused-glass-winter-scene-plate-workshop/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Linocut Fall Leaves
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled day of fall leaf printmaking!\nPlease join us for a delightful afternoon of printmaking! Learn how to create original linocut prints using native tree leaves found at Toronto Botanical Garden. By the end of class\, attendees will take home four 8 x 10 prints and four 5 x 7 prints\, plus the knowledge of how to set up a linocut workspace at home. Please bring an apron or wear old clothing.\n \nAll materials included. Beginners welcome.\n \nSaturday\, November 14. 1 to 4 p.m.\nPublic $70\, TBG Members $60 (plus applicable taxes and fees)\n \nAbout Alan Li\nArtist 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.\n \nAlan 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.\n \nIn 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.\n \nAlan currently teaches Field Sketching\, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\n \nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program\, please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/linocut-fall-leaves-3/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T160000
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SUMMARY:Paper Quilling: Holiday Ornament Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips!\nCelebrate the cozy charm of November with a festive paper quilling workshop where you’ll create your very own handcrafted holiday ornament in your choice of colours and design. This relaxing\, hands‑on session is perfect for beginners and craft lovers looking to welcome the winter season with something beautifully handmade.\n \nWith guided instruction and all materials provided\, you’ll enjoy a peaceful creative break and leave with a finished ornament ready to hang.\n \nAll materials provided. Suitable for adults and children ages 10 and above.\n \nSaturday\, November 14\, 2 to 4 p.m.\nPublic $50\, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees).\n \nAbout Deepa Krishnan\nDeepa 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.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/paper-quilling-holiday-ornament-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T200000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Series: Right Plant in the Right Place
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging workshop where you’ll learn about biodiversity\, native plants and how to enhance your garden!\nWhile other sessions in the Native Plant Series explore how to grow native plants from seed\, this session focuses on choosing the right plants for your garden and finding the best place to plant them. The right plant in the right place is key to growing a successful garden. Whether your space is sunny or shady\, dry or exposed to road salt\, there are native plants suited to every condition.\n \nWe’ll also share local sources for native plants\, shrubs and trees. Fall is the perfect time to plan additions to your garden for next year\, so come learn how to make the best choices for your space!\n \nWednesday\, November 18\, 6:30 to 8 p.m.\nRegistration: Public $20\, TBG Members $15 (plus applicable taxes and fees)\n \nAbout Toronto Master Gardeners\nToronto 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.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/native-plant-series-right-plant-in-the-right-place/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Gardening
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261119T113000
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SUMMARY:Sleep Qigong & Self-Acupressure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to Sleep Qigong & Self-Acupressure!\nSleep issues can occur at different times during our lives in a variety of ways and for different reasons. You might have trouble falling asleep; perhaps you can fall asleep easily but wake up several times throughout the night; you might fall asleep but wake up too early feeling you haven’t slept quite enough; or you suffer from insomnia. Stress\, anxiety\, depression\, age\, worry\, and other factors can all contribute to sleep complications.\n \nIn this session\, I will demonstrate and guide you through some holistic and non-invasive ways to deal with sleep issues. They will include simple self-acupressure\, gentle qigong\, helpful tips\, and calming breathing exercises.\n \nWhether you experience occasional or chronic sleep problems\, this session can provide you with some alternative ways to deal with it.\nThursday\, November 19\, 10 to 11:30 a.m.\nRegistration: Public $25\, TBG Member $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees)\n \nAbout David Leopold\nSifu David Leopold has been practicing\, studying\, researching and teaching martial and healing arts since 1994.\n \nIn 1999\, Sifu David achieved his black belt in Shaolin Kung Fu. Since 1999\, Sifu David has received numerous certifications in Tachi and weapon forms\, and seven Qigong routines. In 2009\, Sifu David received his Usui Reiki master certification from the Naturopathic School of Medicine in Toronto.\n \nIn 2012\, Sifu David travelled to China to compete in the International Wushi Competition in Shanghai. He brought home 2 gold and a bronze medal.\n \nBy combining all these modalities and experiences\, Sifu David brings a unique style of teaching that includes technique\, philosophy\, and practicality. Sify David’s approach to teaching is relaxed and he believes Taichi and Qigong practice should be useful in everyday life and enjoyable to do.\n \nSifu David has a passion for martial and healing arts. His holistic approach to wellness includes physical\, emotional\, spiritual and nutritional well-being. Sifu David continues to improve his skills as a practitioner\, teacher/ mentor\, and hopes to teach for the rest of his life.\n \nSifu David’s words of wisdom:\n \n“To be a master of what you do\, you must first be a master unto yourself.”\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/sleep-qigong-self-acupressure/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T110000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Succulent Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us this holiday season and create a one-of-a-kind succulent!\nCelebrate the festive season with a delightful holiday-inspired succulent arranging workshop! In this creative and relaxing session\, you’ll design a beautiful succulent arrangement in a charming birch-lined tin planter—perfect for adding a touch of natural elegance to your holiday décor or gifting to someone special.\n \nGuided by a succulent expert\, you’ll learn tips and tricks for arranging succulents with a seasonal flair\, including techniques for layering textures\, balancing colours\, and incorporating winter-inspired accents.\n \nAll materials are provided\, including a birch-lined tin planter\, premium succulents\, specialty soil\, and care instruction cards to ensure your arrangement stays vibrant through the holiday season and beyond.\n \nJoin us for this festive workshop and leave with a stunning centrepiece that captures the warmth and beauty of the holidays!\n \nSaturday\, November 28\, 10 to 11 a.m.\nPublic $55\, TBG Members $50 (plus applicable taxes and fees).\n \nAbout Canadian Succulents\nMolly 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 northeast of the city\, where they grow over 300 varieties of succulents and cacti. They grow and create these designs for wedding centrepieces and favours\, corporate events and gifting\, and hotel and office greenery.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/holiday-succulent-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T113000
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SUMMARY:Pressed Flower Candle Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of hands-on pressed flower candle making!\nDiscover the simple\, satisfying craft of flower pressing and transform a plain pillar candle into a one-of-a-kind keepsake. Using warm palette knives to gently melt pressed flowers directly into the wax\, you’ll learn a technique that’s part botanical art\, part patience. Choose from a variety of pressed flowers to design your own arrangement. Beginners welcome.\n \nEach attendee will receive one 6″ white pillar candle\, a full selection of pressed flowers to choose from\, and step-by-step guidance on using heated palette knives safely to melt your design into the wax.\n \nSaturday\, November 28\, 10 to 11:30 a.m.\nPublic $65\, TBG Members $60 (plus applicable taxes and fees).\n \nAbout Epiphanie Belanger\nEpiphanie Belanger is the founder of HobbyHub\, a community-driven platform designed to help people try new hobbies in a relaxed environment. What started as a personal curiosity for creative pursuits quickly turned into a mission to make hobbies more accessible\, social\, and fun for beginners.\n \nThrough curated workshops and experiences\, Epiphanie brings people together to explore hands-on creative skills in a welcoming\, low-pressure environment. Epiphanie is passionate about helping people rediscover play\, slow down\, and connect (both with their creativity and with others) one hobby at a time.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\n \nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/pressed-flower-candle-workshop/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T160000
DTSTAMP:20261012T171152
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SUMMARY:Painting Botanical Cast Ornaments from Garden Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create your own plant-based pigments and paint one-of-a-kind botanical cast ornaments!\nWant to give a holiday gift that is not mass produced in a factory? Looking for a calming experience that beats the hustle and bustle? Join botanical artist Rebecca Fortin for an afternoon of natural paint-making and ornament painting.\n \nUnder Rebecca’s guidance\, you’ll explore how to create colour pigments from local botanicals\, such as goldenrod\, nettle\, berries\, and more.\n \nTest your plant-based pigments on watercolour paper\, including creating a holiday card. Participants will choose two plaster miniature botanical casts to paint and take home or gift for the holiday season. These ornaments are created by Rebecca\, each made using impressions of live botanicals. This workshop features botanical casts made with flowers directly from Toronto Botanical Garden\, capturing the garden’s beauty in artwork that lasts long after the blossoms fade.\n \nAll materials will be provided. No prior experience required.\n \nThis workshop is intended for ages 16+. Mature youth aged 12+ are welcome\, but must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.\n \nPlease note: Please wear practical clothes and footwear that you don’t mind getting a little messy. As with all handmade processes using real plants: results will vary\, pigments may shift in colour over time\, and each piece will have perfect imperfections that contribute to its unique character.\n \nSaturday\, November 28\, 1 to 4 p.m.\nPublic $115\, TBG Members $110 (plus applicable taxes and fees).\n \nAbout Rebecca Fortin\nRebecca Fortin is a visual artist based in rural Whitby\, Ontario\, where she creates botanical artwork rooted in the textures\, colours\, and quiet beauty of the plants around her. After a 20-year career in public health administration\, Rebecca pivoted to focus on her art practice\, completing the Drawing and Painting program at the Haliburton School of Art + Design in 2022. She now works full-time as an artist\, bringing together her background in community health promotion with her passion for connecting people to nature through art.\n \nRebecca’s work has been shown across Ontario and is held in private and corporate collections in Canada and internationally. Her hands-on workshops invite participants to explore botanicals and natural art materials — offering memorable\, calming experiences and the opportunity to create beautiful\, one-of-a-kind pieces to take home.\n \nFollow Rebecca on Instagram.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/painting-botanical-cast-ornaments-from-garden-blooms/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261205T140000
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SUMMARY:Paper Quilling: Holiday Gnome Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled workshop on paper quilling and learn how to make amazing art with paper strips!\nIn the spirit of the holidays\, join us for a creative and relaxing experience surrounded by the beauty of Toronto Botanical Garden! In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the art of paper quilling and create a stunning artwork from paper strips.\n \nPerfect for beginners and craft lovers alike\, this session will guide you step by step through rolling\, shaping\, and assembling paper strips into a masterpiece on a 5″x7″ canvas. Whether you’re coming with friends\, family\, or enjoying some creative “me time\,” you’ll leave with a beautiful handmade piece and a new skill to cherish\n \nAll materials provided. Suitable for adults and children ages 10 and above.\n \nSaturday\, December 5\, 2 to 4 p.m.\nPublic $50\, TBG Members $45 (plus applicable taxes and fees).\n \nAbout Deepa Krishnan\nDeepa 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.\n \nJoin Toronto Botanical Garden\nJoin 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!\n \nAdditional Program Information\n\n\n\nPlease review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.\nFor more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.\nTo learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs\, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
URL:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/event/paper-quilling-holiday-gnome-workshop/
LOCATION:Toronto Botanical Garden\, 777 Lawrence Ave E\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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