May 15th
8–9am CDT
Meets 7 Times
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the serenity of Tai Chi with the gentle flowing movements of the Yang style. Join us at the Chicago Botanic Garden for a beginner-friendly class that will guide you through a selection of forms and qi gong, allowing you to refresh your practice or explore this ancient art for the first time.
May 15th
8–9am CDT
Meets 7 Times
May 16th
8–9am CDT
Meets 7 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the secrets to creating a captivating garden with an array of beautiful and vibrant small flowering trees. Uncover the art of selecting the perfect trees to enhance the aesthetic appeal and depth of your landscape. Join us to develop your knowledge and transform your garden into a breathtaking masterpiece.
May 21st
6:30–8:30pm CDT
Meets 13 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
At Hands-on Cooking: April Showers class at Chicago Botanic Garden, you'll learn how to create delicious dishes like a leek and smoked salmon tart, frisée, and watercress salad with edible flowers, and a Sicilian pistachio and chocolate ricotta cake. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your cooking skills and make your celebration truly memorable.
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the incredible power of laughter in this interactive workshop designed to boost your overall well-being and happiness. Join us for a fun-filled session that combines simulated laughter exercises with breathing techniques, all backed by medical research. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Apr 20th
1–2pm CDT
May 18th
1–2pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and master new techniques in crafting spectacular pieces of jewelry from vintage treasures at the esteemed Chicago Botanic Garden.
May 14th
12–2pm CDT
Meets 8 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Unlock the artistry of tropical bonsai cultivation in our beginner workshop. Delve into essential care techniques and hands-on styling methods to craft your own stunning bonsai tree. With expert guidance and all materials provided, embark on a journey of creativity and horticultural mastery.
May 15th
5–8pm CDT
Meets 3 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Experience the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine as you learn to prepare an authentic, full-course Indian dinner. Immerse yourself in the culture and indulge in dishes like vegetarian curry, butter chicken and sauce, and peas pulao. Bring a friend and embark on a culinary journey like no other.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Learn the techniques and principles of photography. You will explore the basics of photography, including image composition rules, how the camera works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. The course requires a digital SLR camera. No previous experience is required.
Jun 1st
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and capture the beauty of nature as you explore the art of garden photography at a stunning 385-acre location. Learn expert techniques and tips while discovering hidden gems that will transform your garden photography into captivating works of art. Join us for an immersive experience that will inspire and elevate your photography skills.
Apr 27th
8–11am CDT
Meets 2 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Join us on an evening bird walk through the display gardens as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. No prior bird-watching experience is required, and binoculars are recommended but not necessary!
Apr 30th
5:30–7pm CDT
May 15th
6–7:30pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Embark on a transformative journey of healing and connection through the restorative power of nature. Discover effective nature-based strategies to integrate into your self-care routine, guided by insights from current grief theory and immersive experiences in the natural world. Join a supportive community where sharing personal stories of loss and healing is facilitated, fostering understanding and resilience amidst life's seasons of grief.
Jun 1st
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the art of creating vibrant and thriving summer containers designed for both sunlit and shaded spaces. Immerse yourself in a guided tour of stunning garden displays before harnessing your own creativity to assemble a warm-season mixed container. Unleash your green thumb and craft a beautiful masterpiece of annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. Don't forget to bring gloves!
Jun 11th
10–11:30am CDT
Jun 11th
1–2:30pm CDT
Jun 11th
6–7:30pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Immerse yourself in the healing power of the forest and achieve inner peace through the ancient practice of Japanese forest bathing. Connect with nature's harmony and tranquility as you indulge your senses in a gentle and mindful walk, followed by a serene tea ceremony using native plants. Dress for the weather and let the forest guide you towards serenity.
Jun 11th
5–7pm CDT
Jun 28th
6–7pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the enchanting world of native woodland wildflowers and their captivating natural history. Uncover their unique identification traits and uncover the secrets behind their rapid growth, flowering, and fruiting. Immerse yourself in a transformative walk through the woods, where you'll witness these ephemeral wonders come to life.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Experience the ultimate outdoor fitness challenge as you explore the lush greenery of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Improve your endurance, posture, strength, cardiovascular capacity, and balance in a picturesque setting. Embrace the fresh air and embrace a healthier you.
May 4th
8–9am CDT
Meets 5 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
If you enjoy eating fish in restaurants, but are anxious about cooking fish at home, you will gain the confidence to shop for and prepare a variety of fish, from salmon to swordfish, in this cooking class. Different ways to cook fish —on the stove, in the oven, and on the grill—will be addressed, as well as which fish are best suited to which method.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of summer landscapes. Explore the art of composition and color through various mediums, from gouache to oil. Elevate your painting skills and capture the essence of nature's palette with expert guidance.
Jun 3rd
10am–1pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Indulge in the flavors of India with a tantalizing demonstration of street food delights. Discover the secrets behind crafting crispy tikki and versatile pakoras, bursting with authentic spices and fresh vegetables. Elevate your culinary experience with aromatic chai tea infused with green cardamom, completing this savory journey through Indian cuisine.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash the full potential of your photographs by delving into the fascinating realm of shadows, textures, and contrasts. Discover the art of capturing the essence of nature in black and white, and learn how to master tonality and depth of field. Join us on this captivating journey of visual storytelling.
Jun 22nd
8–11am CDT
Meets 5 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Refine your landscape photography skills through the art of composition, mastering elements like pattern, symmetry, and depth of field. Each week, delve deep into one composition element to acquire techniques for enhancing your photographic vision. Elevate your craft with newfound skills that promise to elevate the impact of your landscape captures.
Jun 24th
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
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