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Create a Hanging BasketLearn to construct and care for colorful

hanging baskets that will last throughout

the summer. Instruction includes

choosing appropriate plants for sun and

shade plus how to fertilize and water the

hanging basket you create and take home.

Additional baskets will be $20 each.

Cost: $37 Public / $29 Members of

the GardenMay 17, noon 1 pm & 6-7 pm

Location: OBG

May 19, 10 11 am

Location: USUBC

Propagation Class #4: Grafting

Fruit TreesParticipants will graft their own fruit trees

to plant in their home gardens. Materials

include rootstocks, scion wood and

grafting supplies necessary for success.

This ancient art is much easier than it

appears, so join in the fun while becoming

a true horticulturist.

Cost: Individual class $50 / $44 Members

of the Garden (Class size is limited.)

May 24, 6:30 9 pm

Location: USUSBC

MAY

Members Only Wildflower Tour

Denver AreaBotanical gardens, Rocky Mountain

National Park, Colorado State University

trial gardens, entertainment, Estes Park,

etc. For more information go to:ogdenbotanicalgardens.blogspot.com or

call (801) 451-3403.

August 8 11

Food Preservation 101Learn to preserve the harvest of your

garden with this fun, hands-on workshop.

The class is designed for beginners who

want to learn proper techniques for safely

canning produce. Enjoy eating local

produce year round. Cost: $10 Public /

$5 Members of the Garden

August 18, 9 noon

Location: Utah House @ the USUBC

Garden Open HouseReceive a map of the USU Botanical Center

at the Farmers Market and follow along as

our garden stewards take you on a teaching

tour in the new Stokes Ornamental Grass

Garden, Demonstration Orchard, Varga

Arboretum and Rasmussen Teaching Garden.

Cost: Free

August 23, 5 7 pmLocation: USUBC Farmers Market

Explore the Garden Family Night:

Bloomn FlowersCome take a tour of the Pineae Annual

Trial Garden and then learn the art of

pressing flowers at this fun, floral event.

Parents and children will learn how to

identify and press flowers growing in

the annual flower garden.

Cost: $10 per family

August 27, 6:30 8 pm

Location: USUBC Farmers Market

AUGUST

JUNEWatercolor WorkshopGeared for the novice but appropriate for all

artistic levels, this class introduces art and

garden lovers to the world of botanical

illustrations. Be inspired by the gardens at the

USU Botanical Center and learn techniques to

capture the colors and textures of flowers.

This 3-hour workshop will motivate partici-

pants to get out in the garden and enjoy the

beauty of nature. Materials will be provided.

Cost: $37 Public / $29 Members

of the Garden

June 16, 9 am noon Location: USUBC


Art and the ArboretumWalk through the Varga Arboretum with a

USU Extension specialist and discover the

variety and beauty of the trees growing there.

Then enjoy drawing and painting trees in

fun art activities. This event is perfect for

budding artists of all ages.


June 25, 6:30 8 pm Location: USUBC

JULYFarmers Market OpensGarden tours and classes

July 12 Location: USUBC

Propagation Class #5: Summer

Budding of Fruit & Shade TreesOne of the best ways to propagate trees is

through summer budding. This class covers

chip and T-budding techniques. Participants

have the opportunity to bud fruit or shade

trees for use in their gardens or landscapes.

Cost: Individual class $50 / $44 Members

of the Garden (Class size is limited.)

July 19, 6:30 9 pm Location: USUBC

Garden to TableGet the facts about growing bountiful

vegetables in your garden and discover

delicious ways to prepare what you harvest

by sampling our favorite recipes. Cost: Free

July 26, 5:30, 6 & 6:30



Chocolate Lovers NightChocolate lovers of all ages will enjoy this

delicious event. Come learn about how

chocolate is made and see how local

chocolatier, Shirl Shepherd, owner of Pas

Chocolates, turns it into creamy treats.

Shirl will demonstrate chocolate dipping

techniques and then you can enjoy making

a chocolate creation of your own.


July 30, 6:30 8 pm Location: USUBC

Art in the Gardens Gala: painting,photography, food, musicOne of our favorite annual events! Watch local artists as they create beauty, and then stroll

through the gardens enjoying the serenity and beauty of live musical performances. Taste

delicious food prepared by local chefs and enjoy garden tours led by Master Gardeners.

Workshops:

Noon 3 pm Hypertufa TroughsLearn how to mix and create your own hypertufa container

to decorate. All materials provided. Participants take home their own trough.

Class size is limited to 10 people. Cost: $60 Public / $48 Members of the Garden

2 pm Joy Bossi, well-known radio and television personality, will teach the art of cooking

with herbs. Cost: $15 Public / $9 Members of the Garden

4 pm The Ogden Camera Club will teach techniques for taking better outdoor pictures.

This is also an opportunity to take part in our 1st Photo Contest (all are welcome to

submit a photo). The winner receives a 1-year membership to the OBG and a free

16x20 print. Sponsors: Ogden Camera Club, Imaging Depot. Cost: $37 Public /

$29 Members of the Garden

June 30, 1 5 pm Location: OBG

Baby Animal DaysBring the family to our first ever Baby

Animal Days celebration! Meet lambs,kids, llamas, rabbits, chicks, ducklings

and piglets all being raised by local 4-H

members. There will be crafts to make

or purchase, sheep shearing demonstra-

tions, horseback rides, a putting green,

climbing wall and miniature train rides.

Visit our Master Gardeners to get

answers to your gardening questions

and learn about upcoming classes for

children and adults. The event raises

funds for Davis County 4-H and garden

development at the USU Botanical

Center.

Cost: $5 individual / $25 family (or

$20 with a non-perishable food item

to donate to the food bank). $15 for

members of the Gardens.

May 11, 4 8 pm

May 12, 10 am 6 pm

Location: USUBC

Salsa Showdown at the Farmers MarketJoin us at the Farmers Market where you are

invited to judge contestants as they pit their

salsa-making abilities against competitors

with a tasty finish for everyone! Cost: Free

September 6, 5 7 pm


Renewable Energy ClassCould solar energy work for you? This class

discusses options for residential solar power

and hot water systems in Utah, including

design and installation along with state and

federal tax incentives. Cost: Free

September 15, 10 11 am

Location: Utah House @ the USUBC

Fall Garden FairSee details on our website.

September 15 Location: USUBC


Earth Wind and FireCome have some fun with renewable

energy. Explore the energy efficient

Wetland Discovery Point and learn about

solar, wind and geothermal energy sources,

then enjoy some fun energy-related

activities. Build a wind-powered device,

learn how to make a solar oven or build a

necklace with beads that change color in

the sun. Cost:$10 per family

September 24, 6:30 8 pm

Location: USUBC

SEPTEMBER

Garden to TableGet the facts about growing bountiful

vegetables in your garden, and then discover

delicious ways to prepare what you harvest

by sampling our favorite recipes. Cost: Free

September 27, 5:30, 6 & 6:30 pm


OCTOBERGarden Open HouseReceive a map of the USU Botanical Center at the

Farmers Market and follow along as our garden

stewards take you on a teaching tour in the new

Stokes Ornamental Grass Garden, Demonstration

Orchard, Varga Arboretum, and Rasmussen

Teaching Garden. Cost: Free

October 11, 5 7 pm Location: USUBC

Members Only Year-end CelebrationJoin us for a delicious evening with artisan breads,

cider, cheese & apple tasting. This event is free

for our members as thanks for their support.

October 18, 6 7:30 pm Location: OBG


PumpkinpaloozaBring the entire family to this free event

and enjoy a walk through the pumpkin

patch, find your way to the end of the

Grass Garden Labyrinth, or have your

face painted. There will also be childrens

crafts to enjoy. This popular event is

always a community favorite.

Cost: Free

October 29, 6 8 pm

Location: USUBC

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