Classes, Art
$40 Non-Member / $32 Member Participants will be guided through drawing an illustration that spotlights ecology of the Sonoran Desert with a natural history style, choosing from select pollinators and […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member What’s in your First Aid kit or home medicine cabinet? Some essential oils provide natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and soothing effects making them simple remedies to […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member With these basic drawing tips and a little practice you will be able to draw just about anything you see. Please provide your own art materials. Recommended Art Supplies: Paper Pencils – both graphite and colored pencils (a variety if possible) Ink pen Eraser Upcoming Classes
Classes, Gardening
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Desert summer heat and plants -- You AND your plants are not looking forward to what's coming. But you want something colorful to look at from your air-conditioned chair. Join Marylee, the desert’s potted garden expert, for this colorful program on container gardens for your desert home. In this jam-packed […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore the carnivorous Sarracenia Pitcher plant as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. In the first 30 min of the workshop, we will explore basic drawing & watercolor techniques to get us warmed up. The remaining portion […]
Classes, Art
$55 Non-Member / $44 Member Blue Morpho butterfly is found south and central America and this one in particular is one of thirty species. Another fact about this gorgeous butterfly is due to their characteristic color blue is considered valuable among collectors and was widely hunted in the 20th century. In this class, you will […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Cactus flowers are fun, colorful and diverse. In this class we will explore techniques to draw and paint these beautiful desert plants. From their lovely desert greens to their bright and dramatic colorful blooms, we will learn how to paint these vibrant colors. Instruction includes drawing and a variety of […]
Classes, Art
$45 Non-Member / $36 Member Create a beautiful bracelet with a spring green cloisonné leaf and carved mother-of-pearl leaves for additional sheen. All materials and tools will be provided by the artist and no experience is necessary. Each bracelet will be sized to fit the participant and each participant will leave with a finished piece […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Discover the art of infusing honey with pure essential oils in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn how to safely blend edible essential oils into honey for culinary, wellness, and beauty uses. We’ll cover oil selection, proper dilution, and creative pairing ideas—from calming lavender honey to zesty citrus blends. Leave with […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member We will explore birds and get a basic understanding of their structure and anatomy in order to better draw these wonderful creatures. Then we will paint them! Please provide your own art materials. Recommended Art Supplies: Water container Watercolors Paintbrushes (small and medium) Pencil and eraser Watercolor paper Printer paper […]
Classes, Gardening
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Colors, Combos, and Planting Strategies for Summer Success Discover vibrant plant pairings that can take the heat. From full-sun pots to shady retreats, this inspiring class gives you the tools to design containers that not only survive—but shine—through the summer. Includes recommendations for javelina-resistant plants, planting in shade, creative combos, […]
Classes, Nature & Ecology
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Butterflies are without a doubt the most popular of the world's insects. This class begins our survey of North America's fantastic butterflies with a brief introduction to these colorful creatures, followed by family portraits of the 2 families - the swallowtail and orange and sulphur families. These are often large […]
Did you know?
TBG still has original plants from the Porter Family that date back almost 100 years.