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Sensational Summer Side Dishes
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Learn to prepare three deliciously easy side dishes representing the flavors of summer in this hands-on class! This is the best part of summer in Illinois, when produce is plentiful in the farmers markets and backyard gardens are bursting at the seams. It’s the perfect time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables for their peak flavor and stellar nutritional punch. In this session, learn to use farm-fresh greens and hand-picked fruit in a variety...
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$34
Beginning Beekeeping
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Learn the basics of beekeeping. Curious about honey bees? Interested in starting your own hive and harvesting your own honey? Already have a hive and want to learn more about managing it? Join our experienced beekeeper and explore the history of beekeeping, bee anatomy, starting up a colony and managing it through the year, equipment basics, honey bee pests and diseases, harvesting honey, and more. Recommended text: The recommended text, ...
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Handmade Bookbinding Workshop
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Learn to make one-of-a-kind handbound books that can be given as a gift, displayed as art, or used to hold photographs, sketches, or journal entries. Artist and instructor Maria Rebelo will model different bookmaking techniques and book styles, including saddle stitch, variations of dos-à-dos or French Fold, accordion books with pockets, Japanese stab binding, hardbound books, and more. Each student will make a total of four unique books of various...
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Floral Design 101
The Morton Arboretum See all classes by this school @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
Learn to make your own bouquets and arrangements in this four-week floral design class. Working under the guidance of a professional florist, you will make four floral designs to take home with you, including corsages, a centerpiece, a hand tied bouquet, and a stunning high-style European design. You’ll practice wiring, taping, gluing, and arranging as you create these take-home pieces. In addition to creating four floral designs, you will also...
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Capturing Birds in Watercolor
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Complex and colorful, birds are one of the most common subjects among wildlife artists. Join artist Alex Warnick as she shares the tips and techniques she’s gained over years of painting birds professionally. Participants will develop skills that empower them to express the beauty of birds while learning watercolor techniques that can be applied to any subject matter. In this two-day workshop, participants will learn how to capture birds’ critical...
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Spring Ikebana: Japanese Floral Arranging
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Capture the graceful curve of an unfolding bud, the surprise of new leaves, or the lightness of a cloud through Ikebana -- the art of Japanese flower arranging. The instructors will demonstrate several techniques and then help you create your favorite version. All plant materials will be collected fresh from the Arboretum grounds. Each student will create an arrangement to take home. Required Materials: A kenzan and container will need to be purchased...
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$46
Meditation and Essential Oils
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Explore meditative and self-nurturing yoga poses with the use of plant-based essential oils to restore and rebalance the mind and body in the tranquil setting of The Morton Arboretum. Notes: This class requires a yoga mat! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Will be held outdoors if weather permits; please dress for outdoor practice.
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$20
The Secrets of Bird Identification (Online)
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Get tips from birding expert Denis Kania to improve your bird identification skills in this online presentation with The Morton Arboretum. The trick to identifying birds is knowing which details are key to confirming the species. But you need to know what to look for first! Bird identification starts with a simple road map. With practice, you will understand how to read the map and navigate the parts of a bird that will lead to an ID. In this...
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$17
The Prairie in Art and Literature (Online)
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The tallgrass prairie is usually thought of for its diverse community of plants, animals, and insects. Yet, it is also an inspiration for a creative community! In this interactive online talk, natural history author and prairie steward Cindy Crosby will explore historical and contemporary writers and artists, musicians, and other creatives working in the prairie genre: from Neil Young to Willa Cather to graphic comic artists and jewellers expressing...
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$23
Growing a Productive Edible Garden (Online)
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Imagine growing an edible garden so bountiful that it overflows with produce. In this online workshop, learn to maximize results in your edible garden through good design, plant selection, and smart techniques. This workshop will teach the following: how to install and prepare a raised bed garden; tips and techniques on building a food garden at home; companion planting, square foot gardening, and succession planting; how to grow a donation garden...
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$27
Woodcraft Workshop: DIY Reclaimed Birdhouse
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Make an attractive, one-of-a-kind bird house using mid-century lumber reclaimed from Chicago buildings. In this hands-on workshop, you will: Learn how materials are reclaimed from demolition sites and the positive impact that sustainable demolition has on our resources and environment. Understand which species of woods are best for woodworking, and learn basic woodworking terms and techniques. Under the guidance of a skilled instructor, you’ll...
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$64
Valentine Floral Design
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Create a unique fresh floral design to celebrate love, and bring a splash of color and life to winter. Under the guidance of the Arboretum’s botanical arrangers, you will learn how to arrange fresh materials in floral foam. Please bring a floral shears or garden clippers and a small box stuffed with newspaper to carry your design home.
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$54
Intro to Watercolor (Online)
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Learn to use watercolor to capture nature in color. In this four-week class, you will learn watercolor techniques such as laying a wash, glazing, and dry brush. Work under the guidance of your instructor to practice techniques with simple exercises, and complete several small pieces throughout the course. If you don’t have supplies, no problem! Purchase a supply kit for an affordable $15, and enjoy the opportunity to develop your...
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Spring Warbler Workshop
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In this focused workshop, enjoy the spring warbler migration while learning about identification, arrival dates, migration patterns, habitat preferences, and daily feeding techniques. Brightly colored warblers are one of the highlights of spring - time to dust off and improve those identification skills! Notes: Held outdoors. Please dress for the weather and for hiking on uneven terrain during the Friday field sessions. Covid-19 Safety:...
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Beginning iPhone Photography (Online)
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Learn how to take great nature photos with your iPhone in this online class from The Morton Arboretum. Whether you are new to photography or new to smartphones, discover techniques for capturing the season with your iPhone. Over the course of of the class, your instructors will: go over your iPhone’s most useful camera functions provide tips and tricks for composing attractive image recommend a selection of good starter apps for basic photo...
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$46
Design a Spring Container
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Design an attractive spring container with hardy plants that will bring color to any outdoor space. Learn optimal plant combinations, secrets of color and texture, successful planting techniques, how to prune and edit… and more! Great for beginners and experienced gardeners alike--use this opportunity to make the mess in our classroom and have the plants you need right at your fingertips. Bring your own container, and create a complete container...
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$57
Spring Floral Arrangement
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Create a spring arrangement bursting with vibrant flowers and greenery under the guidance of the Arboretum’s botanical arrangers. The hardy selection of plants will leave you with a long-lasting arrangement; it’s a great Mother’s Day gift or a spring centerpiece for your table. Please bring loves, hand pruners, and a kitchen towel.
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$57
Out of the Box: You and Your New Camera
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Learn to use your new DSLR camera. Get familiar with the basic features and functions of your camera and have the opportunity to practice under the guidance of an experienced photographer. Gain the confidence you need to begin your journey as a nature photographer! Prerequisites: None Supplies: Please bring your fully charged DSLR camera and manual to class with you.
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$46
Non-dairy Cheese and Yogurt
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Plant-based foods are good for you and for the planet. Learn to make non-dairy cheeses and nut-based yogurts with creative mix-ins for a healthy, delicious treat! Certified Health Coach Evey Schweig will explain the how and why of non-dairy cheese and yogurt. She will demonstrate step-by-step processes starting with fresh raw ingredients, such as almonds and cashews, to create a non-dairy version of these fermented favorites. Sample the end...
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$34
Beginning Smartphone Photography
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Remember, “the best camera is the one that’s with you.” Whether you are new to photography or new to smartphones, discover techniques for getting great nature images with your phone. This class will cover the basics of using your smartphone to capture attractive images, provide tips and tricks, and recommend a selection of good starter apps for some basic photo editing. Notes: Held indoors and outdoors; please dress for the weather...
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$46
Reviews of The Morton Arboretum
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Growing a Productive Edible Garden (Online)
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The Prairie in Art and Literature (Online)
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Beginning iPhone Photography (Online)
I learned several tricks that will help me use my iPhone more effectively. The presenters were well organized and built in practice time within the class. It can be hard to teach on zoom and these teachers did a very good job. -
The Secrets of Bird Identification (Online)
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The Secrets of Bird Identification (Online)
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Beginning Beekeeping
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Valentine Floral Design
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Handmade Bookbinding Workshop
The teacher was very nice and informed about the subject. I did learn quite a bit. I had issues with the pacing and organization of the class. Also, there were two students enrolled that sort of pushed the instructor to go faster/do things not in the course plan and we did not do the final hardcover book with a spine. Or if we did I wasn't aware of it because of the chaos. -
Meditation and Essential Oils
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Beginning Beekeeping
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Spring Ikebana: Japanese Floral Arranging
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Sensational Summer Side Dishes
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Spring Ikebana: Japanese Floral Arranging
Excellent class. Great teacher. -
Woodcraft Workshop: DIY Reclaimed Birdhouse
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Woodcraft Workshop: DIY Reclaimed Birdhouse
Good instructor - very knowledgeable and helpful as were all the other helpers. Class was totally hands-on, even with the power tools, which was nice. Helpers were there at all times for those that needed help or guidance, so it was comfortable for all levels of experience. There was a good choice of weathered wood to choose from. A nice feature was that the back of each plank had been planed to show fresh wood, giving participants a choice of using either the weathered side, or the "new" side. Extra bits of wood were provided for those who wanted to add additional features to their birdhouse. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because there could have been a little more instruction and a better ratio of tools to participants. A sheet of basic instructions, including measurements of the birdhouses would have been helpful. I realize it's a lot of work to haul power tools and wood to an event, but 2 saws and 3 nail guns for 15 people meant for a lot of waiting around. All in all, We came home with birdhouses that we're quite happy with and would recommend the class to others, especially if they'd like a fully hands-on class and the chance to use power tools.
