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SUMMARY:DIY Mosaic Flower Pot
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\n$40 member / $65 nonmember (per person)Instructor: Kelsey LowAges 12 and up \n\n\n\nPlease note – this is a two-day event with part 1 on Saturday\, March 6 and part 2 on Sunday\, March 7 \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration is closed. Like DIY crafts? Check out our upcoming Eco-printing Two Ways! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake a beautiful piece of functional art for your home or garden! We’ll give you everything you need to make a mosaic flower pot\, including the pot\, decorative tiles\, glue\, and grout. Then you’ll join us online for two class sessions to make your art. In the first session we’ll plan our designs\, apply tiles to our pots\, and then let them dry overnight. In the second session we’ll apply grout and talk about how to use these techniques for other projects. \n\n\n\nWe STRONGLY recommend doing the second class session outdoors\, or at least with plenty of protection on your workspace to avoid mess. The class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class. Registrants will receive a class link on their receipt and will need to use this link to pre-register for the class on Zoom.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/diy-mosaic-flower-pot/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art & Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210227T100000
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SUMMARY:Identifying Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:In-person \n\n\n\n$20 member / $35 nonmember (per person)Instructor: Kelsey LowAges 12 and up \n\n\nRegistration is closed. Check out our upcoming gardening class Native Plant Gardening: Prep and Planting! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSo you want to make your backyard into a haven for native plants and wildlife – but how do you know which plants are “good” and which are “bad”? Join us for a crash course in identifying common invasive plants in the Houston area using botanical specimens and examples out on the Arboretum’s trails. We’ll also talk about why invasive plants cause so many problems and some great alternatives for your home garden. \n\n\n\nMasks are required. This class will take place mostly outdoors\, rain or shine. Please dress for the weather and wear walking shoes.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/identifying-invasive-plants/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Plants & Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210213T110000
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CREATED:20201221T232950Z
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SUMMARY:We ♥ Texas
DESCRIPTION:Virtual  \n\n\n\n$10 member / $15 non-member (per family) Instructor: Tiffany Ritter All Ages  \n\n\n[flat_button text=”Register Online” title=”Flat Button” url=”https://houstonarboretum.doubleknot.com/event/we-love-texas/2763576″ padding=”14px 36px” bg_color=”#78A22F” border_color=”#78A22F” border_width=”1px” text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_size=”14px” align=”left” target=”_self”] \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEveryone knows that Texans are proud of their big state\, and not without reason – Texas is diverse in so many ways! Just in time to impress all your friends for Go Texan Day\, we’ll explore the fascinating history of Texas state symbols like the armadillo\, why we don’t put beans in chili\, and so much more. You’ll also receive your very own Texas Bluebonnets to celebrate your love for Texas!  \n\n\n\nThis class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/we-love-texas/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210206T130000
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SUMMARY:Wild Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:In-person \n\n\n\nFREEAll ages\, children must be accompanied by an adult \n\n\n\nWetlands are one of Texas’ most valuable treasures! A wetland is a zone of transition where water and land meet. Texas wetlands are more than just swamps or ponds. This unique ecosystem provides many benefits to humans\, as well as homes for numerous plants and wildlife! Explore our wetlands and learn why we need to protect this precious resource. This event is free to the public and includes a self-guided hike through our wetlands and fun activities for the kids! \n\n\n\nThis event will be outdoors and is weather dependent. Social distancing and masks are encourage. Hand sanitizer will be available at the tables.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/wild-wetlands/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Beer Bread & Cheddar Apple Beer Soup
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\n$20 member / $35 nonmember (per person)Instructor: Kelsey LowAges 21 and up \n\n\nRegistration is closed. Take a look at our next Edible Arboretum class – Blackberry Chocolate Jam! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeep the winter chill away with delicious homemade beer bread and cheddar apple beer soup! In this class you’ll get (almost) everything you need to make two simple and tasty recipes using beer from our friends at Saint Arnold Brewing Company. You’ll even get your own loaf pan to bake in! Then follow along with the instructor during the interactive\, online class. Pro-tip: if you make a simple green salad ahead of time\, you’ll have dinner ready to go by the end of the class. \n\n\n\nSupply pickup is January 29 & 30 from 9 am – 4 pm in the Nature Center building. \n\n\n\nYou will need the following tools from your own kitchen: sifter or mesh strainer\, oven and stove\, large bowl\, stirring spoon or spatula\, knife\, cutting board\, pot\, and whisk. The class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class. Registrants will receive a class link on their receipt and will need to use this link to pre-register for the class on Zoom.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/beer-bread-beer-soup/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:The Ecology of Mycology
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\n$10 member / $25 nonmember (per person)Instructor: Chris GarzaAges 12 and up \n\n\nRegistration is closed. Check out our next Nature Revealed class – Wild Romance! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFungi are so much more than simple decomposers. A mushroom is just the visible tip of the fungal iceberg – these organisms are actually a vast network of filaments\, always searching for new interactions. In this class\, we’ll focus on some of our local fungi and their complex relationships with plants\, insects\, and humans. We’ll learn how some fungi form “social networks” with plants and help them gather nutrients\, while others are plant parasites. We’ll even explore the ways that fungi can trick insects into doing their bidding! \n\n\n\nThe class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class. Registrants will receive a class link on their receipt and will need to use this link to pre-register for the class on Zoom.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/the-ecology-of-mycology/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T143000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Gardening: Picking the Right Plants
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\n$10 member / $25 nonmember (per person)Instructor: Kelsey LowAges 13 and up \n\n\nRegistration for this class has closed. Check out our next class about Native Plant Gardening titled “Prep and Planting“! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe most important part of creating a native plant garden is planning. In this class\, we’ll discuss how to evaluate your growing space and pick the right plants for your situation and gardening style. Whether you have acres of rangeland or a tiny patio deck\, we will show you how to find native plant species to suit your needs. We’ll also talk about where to source native plants. \n\n\n\nThe class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class. Registrants will receive a class link on their receipt and will need to use this link to pre-register for the class on Zoom.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/picking-the-right-plants/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Plants & Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210116T113000
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SUMMARY:Botanical Art: How to Collect\, Press & Mount Plants
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \n\n\n\n$30 member / $50 nonmember (per family of up to 4; $5 per additional family member)Includes supplies for 1 plant press per family\, and 1 art piece per person.Instructor:  Tiffany RitterAll Ages \n\n\nRegistration is closed. Check out our next Naturally Wild Families class\, We ♥ Texas! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncorporate art\, science\, and nature into your home through the beauty of pressed plants and flowers! Plant presses are easy to make and can be used to collect wildflowers at their peak\, find beauty in leaf patterns\, or preserve the evolution of your home garden. Make your very own press and learn mounting techniques as you create a one-of-a-kind art piece. \n\n\n\nSupply pickup is January 15 & 16 from 9 am – 4 pm in the Nature Center building. \n\n\n\nThis class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/botanical-art/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T113000
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SUMMARY:Gingerbread House for the Birds
DESCRIPTION:$30 member / $50 nonmember (per family\, up to 4 people; $5 per additional family member)All ages \nRegistration is closed. \n[divider] \nCelebrate National Gingerbread House Day! \nSenior Naturalist\, Tiffany Ritter\, leads this interactive live Zoom class where we’ll assemble a house made of recycled cardboard “gingerbread” and decorate it with all the natural fixin’s to create a beautiful house for your backyard birds. \nAn Arboretum-At-Home packet will contain: \n\nCardboard pieces for houses\nNuts\, seeds\, and berries for decoration\nPeanut Butter or suet\n\n*Nut-free supplies available upon request**A glue-gun is needed for assembly\, but not provided \nArboretum-At-Home packet can be picked up during regular Nature Center hours Dec. 10 & 11. A link to register for live presentation on Zoom will be included in your receipt after purchase.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/gingerbread-house-for-the-birds/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T193000
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SUMMARY:The Secret Life of Crows
DESCRIPTION:$10 member / $25 nonmemberInstructor: Kelsey LowAges 13 and up \nRegistration is closed.  \n[divider] \nLove ‘em or hate ‘em\, crows are fascinating birds. Everyone has a crow story. Are crows dark\, menacing pests\, or are they smart\, friendly tricksters? The answer is always somewhere in between. Join us for an exploration of the secret life of crows\, from the deepest reaches of ancient mythology to the most modern scientific studies. We’ll learn about the surprising diversity of crows\, their complex social lives\, and their astonishing and sometimes uncomfortable intelligence. You’ll even learn to speak a little crow language!  \nThe class will be recorded\, and the video will be sent out after the class. Registrants will receive a class link on their receipt and will need to use this link to pre-register for the class on Zoom.
URL:https://houstonarboretum.org/event/the-secret-life-of-crows/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Nature & Wildlife
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