Summer Origami with Cookie Anderson, crafter Monday, Aug 3, 10:00-11:30am Learn about the art of origami. You will create a butterfly and a box. REGISTER

Sketch in the Garden with Jodi Brzezenski, art educator THIS CLASS IS FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAIT LIST. Friday, July 31, 9:30am-12:30pm Discover a more intimate look at nature by going out into the garden and sketch /draw the flowers in front of us. Learn tips and tricks that […]

Paint a Coneflower Garden Flag with Tammy Lauf, artist THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Friday, July 24, 12:30-3:45pm Cost: $20 FBBG Members/$25 non-members Beginner to Intermediate; painting experience preferred. Paint a pink coneflower and a bee on a 12x18 inch garden flag for your garden/yard. […]

Rag Rug-Style Cushion with Kathy Wichgers and Carol Ebers, crafters Monday, July 13, 9:30am-12:30pm Cost: $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Crochet a multi-purpose, rag-rug cushion! It can be used for a seat cushion at home or take it with you for more comfort on bleachers at a game. You can put it under a potted plant […]

Quick Watercolor Cards with Jodi Brzezenski, art educator THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL.  PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Friday, July 10, 10:00am-12:00pm Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members Using quick, simple watercolor brush strokes, create your own watercolor cards for any occasion. Easy to replicate to send out to all your friends […]

I Planted a Garden, Now What? with Mary Ann Dude, landscape horticulturist Monday, June 15, 10:00-12:00 Cost: $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Now that you planted your garden, what are some of the things you need to do to keep it running (besides constant weeding)?  Learn some of the things to observe in a garden, especially […]

Men’s Health and a Plant Based Diet with Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life instructor Friday, June 12, 10:00-12:00 - Registration Deadline June4! Cost: $20 FBBG Members/$25 non-members June is Men’s Health Month. Discover plant-based recipes that support overall wellness for men and the people who love them. Participants will learn practical nutrition and lifestyle […]

Native Spring Ephemerals with Barbara Federlin, native plant enthusiast Monday, May 18, 10:30-12:30 Cost: $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Discover Wisconsin’s native spring ephemerals. These are perennials that emerge and bloom, then most die back early, before tree canopies leaf out. Plan to spend time walking in the garden, weather permitting REGISTER

Create Fabric Flowers wtih Cathy Wichgers & Carol Ebert, crafters\ THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Monday, April 27 - 10:30am - 12:30pm $20 FBBG members/$25 non-members Learn to recycle your old jeans, shirts or scrap fabrics by turning them into beautiful flowers for spring! The […]

Forest Bathing With Anne David, certified nature & forest therapy guide THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL.  PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST. Monday, April 20 - 1:30-3:30pm Join us for an introduction to Forest Bathing where you fully immerse yourself in the outdoors, engaging all of your senses. This practice is known […]

Plan Your Garden With Karla Geiger, Master Gardener Registration for this class is closed   Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist Monday, April 6 1:30-3:30 pm.  Early Spring is the perfect time to sit with a warm cup of herbal tea & plan for the longer days of sunshine, when we can […]

Container Gardening with Jim Gill, Master Gardener THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL.  PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST. Wednesday, April 1 - 1:00-2:30pm Learn to grow plants in containers such as pots, tubs, or baskets instead of in the ground. It is a flexible and space-efficient method that allows people to garden […]

Things I Wish I'd Known About Mushrooming With Melissa Klotka Monday, March 30 - 10:30am - 12:30pm Join us to learn all about mushrooming from the former president of the Mycological Society. Cost: $15/members and $20/non-members.  REGISTER  

Healthy Basics for a Plant Based Diet with Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life Instructor REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Friday, March  27 10:30am-12:30 pm. Registration Deadline: March 19 This class will focus on general concepts behind healthful eating habits by providing knowledge and […]

Learn to play the Dulcimer with Colleen Resendiz THIS CLASS IS FULL - TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST, PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 Monday, March 9 - 10:30am-12:30pm Do you want to play music but feel intimidated because you've never played and don't know how to read music? This class is for you! Geared towards aspiring […]

Caring for House Plants with Karla Geiger, Master Gardener Registration for this class is closed.  Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist. Monday, February 16 - 10:30am-12:30 pm. Learn tips and techniques for success with houseplants.  You will pot your own houseplant to take with you and care for. $20 FBBG members/$25 non-members  […]

Heart Health With Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life Instructor Friday, February 13 - 10:30am-12:30 pm. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED.   New Recipes! This class provides knowledge and resources that supports research showing a plant-based diet can prevent and, in some cases, reverse risk factors leading to heart disease. New recipes and a cooking […]

Valentine Origami Led by instructor Kristina Paris Friday, February 6 10:30 - 11:30am Cost:  $15/FBBG Members, $20/Non-members In this class, we'll learn how to fold an origami heart just in time for Valentine's Day! This figure is fairly easy to learn but best for people with patience and an eye for detail. Ages 12 and […]

Winter Sowing of Native Plants with Barbara Federlin, Native Plant Enthusiast Monday, January 26 - 10:30am - 12:30pm Help our Wisconsin environment by learning to sow native seeds in the   winter to plant in the spring. The native seeds will experience the necessary chill of Wisconsin, triggering spring germination. Seeds and one jug will be […]

Create Beautiful Bookmarks with Jodi Brezenski, Art Educator Friday, January 16 10:30am-12:30 pm. Love to read? Know friends that love to read? Get cozy with us and make 2 mixed media bookmarks. Keep them for yourself or gift them to a fellow reader. Use decorative scrap paper, paint, stamps and other collage media to make […]

THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Quick and Simple Holiday Watercolor Holiday Cards with Jodi Brezenski, artist and art educator Date: Friday, Dec 12 - Time 10:00-12:00 Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members # participants:12 Using quick, simple watercolor brush strokes, create three holiday cards. Trees, gnomes, ornaments, […]

THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST   Paint Winter Tree Landscape on Canvas with Tammy Lauf, artist Date: Friday, Dec 5 - Time: 1:00-3:00 Cost: $25 FBBG members/$30 non-members # Participants: 12 Intermediate, but beginners welcome to try. We will be painting on a square canvas […]

THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Copper Foil Ornaments with Cookie Anderson, crafter Monday, Dec 1, 10:00am-12:00pm Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members # Participants: 20 Create beautiful ornaments by punching and embossing copper foil. Please bring your own hammer. All other materials will be provided. Must […]

THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST Make a Fall Wreath with Alice and Jodi, crafters Date: Monday, Nov. 10 Time: 10:00-12:00 Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members # Participants: 20 Alice and Jodi will supply foam wreaths, fabric, ribbon, and embellishments to create your own, unique fall […]

REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. Heading into the Holidays with Health, with Kathy Egan, Food for Life instructor Date: Friday, Nov 7 - Time: 10:00-12:00 Cost: $20 FBBG member/$25 non-member # Participants: 20 Learn to prepare healthy, plant-based dishes to pass at holiday gatherings. Healthy holidays for all! REGISTER

Herbalicious: Tricks or Treat? Making Mocktails for the Holidays Friday, Oct 31 - 1:00-3:00pm Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members Participants: 25 Learn to use herbs to create festive mocktails for your holiday gatherings REGISTER

Plant Based Diet (to protect against breast cancer), with Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life instructor Date: Friday, Oct.24 - Time: 10:00-12:00 Cost: $20 FBBG members/$25 non-members #participants: 20 This class focuses on foods relevant to those interested in breast cancer prevention and survivors. It is not intended for individuals currently undergoing treatment.  REGISTER

Fall Seed Collection,  with Barbara Federlin, Master Gardener Date: Monday, Oct. 6 Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members # participants – 20 Learn about the collection of seeds from fall plants, focusing on Wisconsin’s native plants. Class will include a tour of the garden REGISTER

Fabric Painting – Pumpkin and Leaves Pillowcase with Tammy Lauf, Artist Date: October 3 - Time: 10-12:30 Cost: $20 FBBG members/$25 non-members Participants: 10 Level: Beginner. We will be painting on a white cotton square accent pillow cover with acrylic fabric paint. You will learn how to begin the painting process, techniques for shading and […]

Learn About Composting, with Jim Gill, master gardener Date: Monday, Sept 29 - Time: 10-12:00 Cost: $20 FBBG members/$25 non-members Participants: 15 Composting is great for the environment! It keeps food waste out of the landfills, and the soil produced from the process is great for the health of your garden. Learn how to compost […]

Chinese Brush Painting with Pat Fremarek, artist and educator Friday, Sept 26 - 10:00am-1:00pm Cost: $30 FBBG members/$35 non-members Participants: 12 Chinese Brush Painting is a traditional, meditative art form. Discover a variety of different techniques and explore your creativity in this relaxing class. Come with a beginner’s mindset to explore, experiment, and enjoy the […]

Drawing with Charcoal in the Garden with Jodi Brezenski, Artist Date: Friday, Sept 19,  10am-12:00pm Cost: $15 FBBG members/$20 non-members Participants: 10 Level: beginner to intermediate; Spend a quiet morning in the garden for a drawing class where we'll learn to use charcoal to explore light and the subtle presence of plants in their natural […]

Diabetes Initiative With Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life Instructor This class reveals the latest science behind how people eating plant-based meals are less likely to develop diabetes, and, if someone already has it, plant-based meals can help improve blood sugar levels and prevent complications. This class offers 4 sample dishes, useful resources, and simple […]

Learn to Paint with Watercolors With Jodi Brezenski, art educator THIS CLASS IS FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST. This class will introduce you to paintingn with watercolors.  Learn some techniquest to paint florals and landscapes. **There are two dates for this class due to its projected popularity and limited […]

Summer Native Plants With Barbara Federlin, Master Gardener Come join us to learn about some of Wisconsin’s summer native plants. This class will include a tour of the garden. Monday, July 28; 10:00-12:00 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 25 REGISTER

Food and Mood With Kathy Egan, licensed Food for Life Instructor This class will demonstrate mood-boosting, plant-based recipes that participants can easily make at home. Friday, July 25; 10:00-12:00 $20 FBBG Members/$25 non-members Limit – 20 REGISTER  

Sketching in the Garden Monday, July 14.  9:30am - 12:30 pm Led by instructor Jodi Brzezinski, Art Educator Discover a more intimate look at nature by going into the Garden and sketch/draw flowers in front of us.  Learn tips and tricks that help break down the structure of roses and other flowers.  All supplies included. […]

Sketching in the Rose Garden THIS CLASS IS FULL - TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST, PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 With Jodi Brezenski, art educator Friday, June 13; 9:30-12:30 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 12; can be as young as 16 years Discover a more intimate look at nature by going out into the garden […]

Intro to Bee Keeping With Shaun Keating of Waterford Bee Co. Learn the basics of beekeeping from a professional beekeeper! Friday, June 6; 10:00am-12:00pm $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 40 REGISTER  

Learn to Paint with Watercolors With Jodi Brezenski, art educator This class will introduce you to paintingn with watercolors.  Learn some techniquest to paint florals and landscapes. Friday, May 23 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 15 REGISTER  

Garden Pests and Diseases – Solutions! With Nick Ternes, owner of Botanophilia Monday, May 19; 1:00-3:00 $15/20 Limit - 40 Learn to identify problems caused by pests and diseases in your garden, and the easy strategies you can use to combat them. REGISTER

Warblers and Other Spring Migrants With Colleen Resendiz Monday, May 5; 9:00-11:00 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 20 people Warblers, migrating birds and our summer residents are on the move! Join us for a presentation about birds coming through our area and, weather permitting, we will walk the gardens to look for them. Please […]

Introduction to Monarchs and Their Preservation With Terri Hart-Ellis , Master Naturalist Friday, May 2; 10:00-12:00 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Learn all about monarchs, including current conservation efforts and what Wisconsinites can do to encourage the monarch population to grow. REGISTER

Foods for Fitness With Kathy Egan, Licensed Food for Life Instructor Monday, April 14, 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, this class aims to empower attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare simple, nutritious meals using plant-based eating that fuel optimal fitness and recovery.  Participants will be asked to sign a […]

Raised Bed Gardening THIS CLASS IS FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist with Jim Gill, Master Gardener Monday, April 7, 10:00-11:30am Raised bed gardening is growing in popularity for schools, health care organizations, community gardens, and home gardeners, among others. This presentation will cover the basics of this gardening style, providing […]

Recycled Garden Art with Karen Fairbanks Friday, April 4 , 10:00am - 12:00pm Create garden art from recycled detergent and beverage caps, as well as washed ashore plastic, utilizing provided wooden dragonfly and butterfly templates. Bring your creativity to make your own one-of-a-kind piece of garden art using recycled materials. Cost: $15/members and $20/non-members Register

Getting Ready for Spring Gardening with Zannah Crowe Monday, March 24, 10:00am-12:00pm Come and join us to hear tips and suggestions for success in starting up your home garden for the season. This class will     include a presentation and Q&A session with a professional horticulturist. Cost: $15/FBBG members and $20/non-members Register  

Spring Landscape Painting with Acrylic on Canvas THIS CLASS IS FULL - Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist. Friday, March 21 from 1:00 - 3:30pm With Tammy Lauf Get ready for spring colors with this colorful landscape on a small canvas taught by Tammy Lauf. Learn step by step how to blend […]

Power Foods for the Brain With Kathy Egan, Licensed Food for Life Instructor Friday, March 14, 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, attendees will learn strategies for maintaining memory and improving brain function using plant-based eating, including how to prepare brain health-promoting meals. Participants will be asked to sign a waiver in order […]

Mushrooms in the Kitchen Friday, February 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm Cleaning, storing, and cooking mushrooms to their best Cost: $15/members and $20/non-members. Ages 18 and up. Register

Foods for a Healty Heart With Kathy Eagan, Certified Food for Life Instructor Monday, February 17 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, attendees will learn the impact of plant-based eating on risk factors for heart disease, and knowledge & skills needed to prepare simple, nutritious meals that support heart health. Participants will be […]

Wheat Weaving Monday, February 3, 10am-12pm Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn the art of wheat weaving. Pieces were often used as courting favors, so it was common to weave the wheat into the shape of a heart. The ability to do a simple braid required. $15 FBBG member/$20 non-member Limit 15; adults only […]