The "Joy of Tea" Seminar & Tea Tasting

Instructor: Libby Davis

Wednesday, February 8 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens (Adventure Classroom)
$12 Members | $15 Non-Members

Invite a friend and join us as we share a tea-lightful afternoon exploring the world of tea. Your knowledge and enjoyment of tea will be enhanced as we discuss tea's history, the different varieties, health benefits and how to brew the perfect cup. Participants will sample several teas along with a snack. Please bring your own tea cup.

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Floral Design Class: Basic

Instructor: Shelayne Thompson

Thursday, February 9 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens (Adventure Classroom)
$30 Members | $40 Non-Members

Experience the joy and satisfaction of floral design. This course will introduce you to trusted techniques and styles commonly used by floral design professionals. Learn how to make long-lasting arrangements using the basic shapes, preparation techniques, and styles of floral design. Participants will need to bring scissors, floral knife, and clippers (or purchase a pair at Leaf n' Petal at the Garden). All other materials will be provided. Pre-registration is required.

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Pine Needle Baskets
Instructor: Ethel Owen

Saturday, February 18 | 10 -2 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens (Exploration Classroom)
$50 Members | $60 Non-Members
Class is limited to: 10
Thousands of people each year admire the Ethel Owen gourd baskets and pine needle baskets on display at events such as the BBG's Alabama Designer Craftsman Show . Pine needle basketry is a coiling technique using long leaf pine needles of America and raffia from palm trees of Madagascar. Ethel Owen will teach you the technique and get you started on a basket that you can finish at home. All materials will be furnished, but you need to bring the patience that is necessary for this almost forgotten craft. If you would like to bring your own long leaf pine needles ( minimum 8 - 10" ), please feel free to do so. Please bring a sack lunch.

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Creating Memorable Images with Your Digital Camera

Instructor: Hank Siegel

Tuesdays - February 21 - March 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
$125 General Admission

So you've gotten that new digital camera for Christmas....NOW WHAT????
This class is designed to introduce the student to basic concepts in digital photography including:
* how to capture the image you want
* interfacing with the computer to process, organize, share and print

Designed around the concept that photography is all about "capturing the light", the class will cover three areas:
1. Know the light
2. Know your camera
3. Creative concepts and processes
4. Setting up your camera
5. Setting up your computer
6. Working with your images

Whether you've got a simple "POINT-AND-SHOOT" digital camera or a more complex Digital SLR, you can gain skill and confidence in your ability to create memorable images.

Need to bring: your digital camera and user's manual

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Pruning for Effect: Japanese Maples

Instructors: John Floyd, Mike Rushing and Bob Wendorf

Monday, February 20 | 10 - 12 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
$10 Members | $12 Non-Members

The doctors are in! Our three doctors are on call to guide you through the process of pruning Japanese maple trees. Join their clinic as they deliver an instructional journey through timing and technique. You'll learn what tools to use and what gardening aesthetics are involved in producing a good specimen tree.

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The Urban Chicken

Instructor: Andrew Krebbs

Saturday, February 25 | 9-11 a.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
$10 Members | $12 Non-Members

Even city dwellers can keep chickens. Most city ordinances allow it. Once you start you'll never pruchase an egg from a store again. The quality is unmatched. Hens make great family pets, are easy to care for and relatively low cost. Learn the basics, choosing the right breed, housing and feeding. Participants will even have the opportunity to pre-order chicks after class.   

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The Garden of the Mind
Mediation Speaker: Gen Kelsang Mondrub - American Buddhist Monk

Saturday, February 18 | 11 - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens (Lecture Hall)
**FREE PUBLIC TALK**

A Special Event for the Whole Family

The Garden of the Mind: Cultivating Peace and Happiness in Daily Life