Monday | July 18
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Watering is the most important maintenance activity for Sonoran Desert landscapes and is becoming even more critical due to mega droughts. Proper watering improves the health of plants but also reduces water usage and costs. Learn a simple three-step process to ensure your landscape plants receive proper watering. Instructed by landscape architect Jack Gilcrest.

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Monday | July 25
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

It’s scientifically proven that people who spend time growing and caring for plants are happier, healthier and less stressed. Learn how to care for new plants, air dry herbs and flowers for year-round use and create your own DIY hair, skin and body care products. Don’t miss the chance to plant a “Healthy Herb Container” to take home. Instructed by natural beauty expert and author Janice Cox.

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Monday | August 22
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Learn how to create a Mediterranean style garden with desert-adapted plants, trees and herbs. Discover how to integrate essential design elements including water features, fireplaces, outdoor lighting, pergolas, walkway materials, wall treatments, dining areas and planting design. Whether you are starting with a blank slate for a new home, or redoing your current yard, this class will help add a villa vibe to all outdoor living spaces. Instructed by landscape designer Marie White.

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Monday | August 29
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Extend your living space into the great outdoors! Learn how to create “outdoor rooms” for personal relaxation retreats, multi-use spaces for entertaining or family fun centers. Creative approaches include desert-adapted plants, structural elements and local case studies. Bring your wish list of outdoor activities to get additional ideas. Instructed by landscape designer Marie White.

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Monday | September 12
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Learn how to add a mid-century modern or contemporary flare to your home’s landscape with desert and desert-adapted plantings, geometric hardscape elements and unique lighting ideas to bring a modern vibe to your outdoor spaces. We’ll also look at some examples from a local neighborhood of Haver homes. Bring a photo or sketch of your yard for some quick ideas and one-on-one advice. Instructed by landscape designer Marie White.

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Sunday | September 18
10 a.m.-noon
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Did you know the use of lavender has been documented for over 2,500 years? The fresh, clean scent has attracted cultures around the world and applied in cosmetics and skin care products from perfumes, soaps and cooking oils. Not only does lavender smell good, but also improves your circulation, attracts pollinators to your yard and helps you sleep. Learn how to grow a new plant from cuttings, air-dry flowers for year round use, and create DIY body care products that can be used for hair, skin and body care. Each participant will receive “Beautiful Lavender Workbook” that shares tips, recipes and herbal craft ideas. Instructed by natural beauty expert and author Janice Cox.

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Wednesdays | July 13, 20, 27 | August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | September 21
6-7:30 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Join Joya Sosnowski, MMT and certified sound healer in this sonic sound massage that will leave you rested and calm. In this class, listen and use the power of your own voice to experience the vibrations of sound from the outside in and the inside out. Allow the sounds of crystal bowls, chimes, drums, gongs and other healing instruments to wash over you to relax the mind and nervous system. Yoga mats are not provided, please bring your own.

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Thursdays | July 14, 21, 28 | August 4, 18, 25 | September 8, 15, 22
6-7:30 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Yoga is one of the oldest techniques that focuses on the body, mind and spirit connection to enhance health and wellbeing. You will be guided as you expand your consciousness and listen to the sounds of the Garden in the cool evening hours. All levels welcome. Yoga mats are not provided, please bring your own. Instructed by De la Sol Yoga.

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Fridays | July 15, August 19, September 16
6-8 p.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a method largely based on medical and psychological research for addressing chronic pain, anxiety, depression and general stress reduction. Learn how to incorporate key aspects of mindfulness, presence, self-awareness to improve stress response in this modified introductory course. MBSR is a nonsectarian, scientifically researched approach that is in harmony with any faith-based tradition. Instructed by wellness practitioner Ebony McClellan Medina.

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Saturdays | July 16, 23, 30 | August 6, 13, 20, 27 | September 10, 17
10-11:30 a.m.
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Take a deep breath and let the powerful sounds of singing bowls, gongs and other instruments take you on a journey of relaxation and meditation. Participants will be seated or laying down for entirety of the class. All levels welcome. Yoga mats are not provided, please bring your own. Instructed by experienced sound practitioners.

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Sunday | July 24
10 a.m.-noon
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Enjoy variety in your meals while cutting down the time you are in the kitchen. Learn tips and tricks for saving time and money, and incorporating essential nutrients into your diet throughout the week by meal prepping. Join chef and nutritionist Teresa Hansen as she shares her go-to prepping methods, like batch cooking and organizing crossover ingredients that can be used in several different recipes throughout the week. Recipes include protein and fiber-rich breakfast, lunch and dinners and healthy snacks!

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Sunday | July 31
10 a.m.-noon
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Join Alana Yazzie of The Fancy Navajo as she shares how sumac berries are used by indigenous cultures in the Southwest from past to present. Enjoy a refreshing tasting of a unique summertime dessert called Piccadilly, a modern indigenous shaved iced dessert that incorporates sumac berries, summer berries and pickles. A perfect treat to recreate with friends and family over the summer!

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Saturday | August 6
10 a.m.-noon
Desert Botanical Garden- Indoors

Do you have intense cravings for sugary foods like soda, cookies or ice cream? Learn how to break free of those pesky sugar cravings and other empty calories. Join chef and nutritionist Teresa Hansen as she demonstrates the science behind cravings and shares her Top 10 list of foods you may be consuming with hidden sugars. Discover sugar hack recipes that will help cut those cravings while still satisfying that sweet tooth and nourishing your body with guilt-free and nutrient-rich foods. Recipes include substitutions for high sugar beverages, cookies, ice cream and more!

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As a Desert Landscape School credential holder, you are invited to attend the inaugural event of the Tancer Distinguished Speaker Series! This event brings Lattie Coor, past president of Arizona State University, to talk about lifelong learning and the merits and opportunities of learning new skills throughout your career. Refreshments will be served and this event is also an opportunity to connect with other credential holders. We look forward to seeing you at the Desert Botanical Garden for this event!

Wednesday / Oct. 11 / 5 - 7 p.m.

The Garden is grateful to Shoshana and Robert Tancer for making this series possible.

Teens in the Garden is a year-long program that focuses on monthly volunteer service learning projects, career building opportunities, and exploring nature and fun with science.

Registration fee: $50 per year.

Meeting dates: Third Saturdays of the month during the school year either virtually or in-person

In-Person:
Oct. 23, Dec 18, Feb 19, April 16*
*Dates are subject to change to virtual

Virtual:
Nov. 20, Jan 15, March 19, May 21

Time: 1- 2 p.m.

For more information, please contact clawrence@dbg.org