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SUMMARY:Onions and a Japanese Knot Bag in 3 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Onions? Japanese Knot Bag? What? This class is designed as an introduction to natural dying and surface decoration. Artisan and educator extraordinaire\, Jan Johnson\, will lead students in creating a unique and usable piece of art in the form of a handy bag! Class will take place over 3 Saturday sessions: February 1st\, February 8th and February 15th\, 2025\, at 10:00 am. \nREGISTER AND PAY HERE \n*Class is $25 for MBG Members and $35 for not-yet members. \nSession 1\, February 1\, 2025: Using a dye vat of those crunchy onion skins\, we will dye reclaimed bed sheets golden brown. \nSession 2\, February 8\, 2025: Students will cut the pattern for a Japanese Knot Bag. Using fabric paint and an onion as a stamp\, we will create surface decoration. \nSession 3\, February 15\, 2025: The knot bag will already be partially assembled and students will clip the sewn seams\, sew the bag and lining together\, learn to turn the bag\, pin and baste the handles. Jan will then sew the handles to complete the project. \n*Final session may run longer and will include snacks as there will be some waiting as the bags are sewn. \nStudents will receive a handout that will guide them in onion skin dyeing at home. Suggested books will be included\, a copy of the pattern\, link to You tube video showing assembly.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/onions-and-a-japanese-knot-bag-in-3-sessions/2025-02-01/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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SUMMARY:MBG Docent Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 MBG Docent Training Class! \nGET INVOLVED!  KNOW YOUR GARDENS!\nHave you ever thought you would like to spend more time at your Mobile Botanical Gardens; to know more about the collections and special\, unique garden ‘rooms’?  Do you get a kick out of seeing the excitement of a child  exploring the wonders of nature; learning to grow their own food?  Do you enjoy interacting with really  interested and curious adults and young people.  Are you a retired teacher and miss teaching?  Are you more of an organizer or a ‘techy’?  Please consider becoming an Education Docent at the Botanical Gardens.  Training classes for new docents begin in February. \nNEW MBG Docent TRAINING AND ORIENTATION\n2025 \nFebruary 4\, 11\, 18 & 25; 8:30-12:00am \nClasses and activities will take place at the Mobile Botanical Gardens\, in the Larkins Classroom\, at Magnolia Hill outdoor classroom and throughout the Gardens.  Participants are expected to attend all sessions.  A training manual and reference handouts will be provided.  Participants will become familiar with the various garden collections\, the facilities and regular program offerings through guided walks and activities. \nFollow-up opportunities will include observing field trips and assisting with activities led by experienced docents.  Participation in these opportunities is encouraged for experience and is voluntary on an ’as available’ basis. \nCONTACT:  Sara Habel  shabel@mbgardens.org \nSample Volunteer Opportunities\nTales and Trails – Children’s literacy and garden activity program \nVeggie Kids – Saturday morning kids gardening series (fall and spring series) \nFamily Fun Days – periodic Saturday activity programs for family groups \nPlant Sales – Spring and Fall; prepare and post educational signage.  Assist customers if comfortable. \nNatureBLAST!  – week long summer program for students rising third grade through fifth. \nField Trips (all ages) – Lead or assist with guided nature walks or garden related activities. \nFirst Fridays  and other Guest Seminars and Workshops – assist speaker and staff with setup and cleanup and to welcome and guide guests. \nCataloging and strengthening the gardening reference and lending libraries at MBG. \nLearning to research and prepare public interpretive plant information signs for the grounds and plant sales. \nAssisting to map and compile GPS referenced database of MBG plant collections.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/mbg-docent-training-class/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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SUMMARY:Onions and a Japanese Knot Bag in 3 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Onions? Japanese Knot Bag? What? This class is designed as an introduction to natural dying and surface decoration. Artisan and educator extraordinaire\, Jan Johnson\, will lead students in creating a unique and usable piece of art in the form of a handy bag! Class will take place over 3 Saturday sessions: February 1st\, February 8th and February 15th\, 2025\, at 10:00 am. \nREGISTER AND PAY HERE \n*Class is $25 for MBG Members and $35 for not-yet members. \nSession 1\, February 1\, 2025: Using a dye vat of those crunchy onion skins\, we will dye reclaimed bed sheets golden brown. \nSession 2\, February 8\, 2025: Students will cut the pattern for a Japanese Knot Bag. Using fabric paint and an onion as a stamp\, we will create surface decoration. \nSession 3\, February 15\, 2025: The knot bag will already be partially assembled and students will clip the sewn seams\, sew the bag and lining together\, learn to turn the bag\, pin and baste the handles. Jan will then sew the handles to complete the project. \n*Final session may run longer and will include snacks as there will be some waiting as the bags are sewn. \nStudents will receive a handout that will guide them in onion skin dyeing at home. Suggested books will be included\, a copy of the pattern\, link to You tube video showing assembly.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/onions-and-a-japanese-knot-bag-in-3-sessions/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T071917
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SUMMARY:MBG Docent Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 MBG Docent Training Class! \nGET INVOLVED!  KNOW YOUR GARDENS!\nHave you ever thought you would like to spend more time at your Mobile Botanical Gardens; to know more about the collections and special\, unique garden ‘rooms’?  Do you get a kick out of seeing the excitement of a child  exploring the wonders of nature; learning to grow their own food?  Do you enjoy interacting with really  interested and curious adults and young people.  Are you a retired teacher and miss teaching?  Are you more of an organizer or a ‘techy’?  Please consider becoming an Education Docent at the Botanical Gardens.  Training classes for new docents begin in February. \nNEW MBG Docent TRAINING AND ORIENTATION\n2025 \nFebruary 4\, 11\, 18 & 25; 8:30-12:00am \nClasses and activities will take place at the Mobile Botanical Gardens\, in the Larkins Classroom\, at Magnolia Hill outdoor classroom and throughout the Gardens.  Participants are expected to attend all sessions.  A training manual and reference handouts will be provided.  Participants will become familiar with the various garden collections\, the facilities and regular program offerings through guided walks and activities. \nFollow-up opportunities will include observing field trips and assisting with activities led by experienced docents.  Participation in these opportunities is encouraged for experience and is voluntary on an ’as available’ basis. \nCONTACT:  Sara Habel  shabel@mbgardens.org \nSample Volunteer Opportunities\nTales and Trails – Children’s literacy and garden activity program \nVeggie Kids – Saturday morning kids gardening series (fall and spring series) \nFamily Fun Days – periodic Saturday activity programs for family groups \nPlant Sales – Spring and Fall; prepare and post educational signage.  Assist customers if comfortable. \nNatureBLAST!  – week long summer program for students rising third grade through fifth. \nField Trips (all ages) – Lead or assist with guided nature walks or garden related activities. \nFirst Fridays  and other Guest Seminars and Workshops – assist speaker and staff with setup and cleanup and to welcome and guide guests. \nCataloging and strengthening the gardening reference and lending libraries at MBG. \nLearning to research and prepare public interpretive plant information signs for the grounds and plant sales. \nAssisting to map and compile GPS referenced database of MBG plant collections.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/mbg-docent-training-class/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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SUMMARY:Onions and a Japanese Knot Bag in 3 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Onions? Japanese Knot Bag? What? This class is designed as an introduction to natural dying and surface decoration. Artisan and educator extraordinaire\, Jan Johnson\, will lead students in creating a unique and usable piece of art in the form of a handy bag! Class will take place over 3 Saturday sessions: February 1st\, February 8th and February 15th\, 2025\, at 10:00 am. \nREGISTER AND PAY HERE \n*Class is $25 for MBG Members and $35 for not-yet members. \nSession 1\, February 1\, 2025: Using a dye vat of those crunchy onion skins\, we will dye reclaimed bed sheets golden brown. \nSession 2\, February 8\, 2025: Students will cut the pattern for a Japanese Knot Bag. Using fabric paint and an onion as a stamp\, we will create surface decoration. \nSession 3\, February 15\, 2025: The knot bag will already be partially assembled and students will clip the sewn seams\, sew the bag and lining together\, learn to turn the bag\, pin and baste the handles. Jan will then sew the handles to complete the project. \n*Final session may run longer and will include snacks as there will be some waiting as the bags are sewn. \nStudents will receive a handout that will guide them in onion skin dyeing at home. Suggested books will be included\, a copy of the pattern\, link to You tube video showing assembly.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/onions-and-a-japanese-knot-bag-in-3-sessions/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T120000
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SUMMARY:MBG Docent Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 MBG Docent Training Class! \nGET INVOLVED!  KNOW YOUR GARDENS!\nHave you ever thought you would like to spend more time at your Mobile Botanical Gardens; to know more about the collections and special\, unique garden ‘rooms’?  Do you get a kick out of seeing the excitement of a child  exploring the wonders of nature; learning to grow their own food?  Do you enjoy interacting with really  interested and curious adults and young people.  Are you a retired teacher and miss teaching?  Are you more of an organizer or a ‘techy’?  Please consider becoming an Education Docent at the Botanical Gardens.  Training classes for new docents begin in February. \nNEW MBG Docent TRAINING AND ORIENTATION\n2025 \nFebruary 4\, 11\, 18 & 25; 8:30-12:00am \nClasses and activities will take place at the Mobile Botanical Gardens\, in the Larkins Classroom\, at Magnolia Hill outdoor classroom and throughout the Gardens.  Participants are expected to attend all sessions.  A training manual and reference handouts will be provided.  Participants will become familiar with the various garden collections\, the facilities and regular program offerings through guided walks and activities. \nFollow-up opportunities will include observing field trips and assisting with activities led by experienced docents.  Participation in these opportunities is encouraged for experience and is voluntary on an ’as available’ basis. \nCONTACT:  Sara Habel  shabel@mbgardens.org \nSample Volunteer Opportunities\nTales and Trails – Children’s literacy and garden activity program \nVeggie Kids – Saturday morning kids gardening series (fall and spring series) \nFamily Fun Days – periodic Saturday activity programs for family groups \nPlant Sales – Spring and Fall; prepare and post educational signage.  Assist customers if comfortable. \nNatureBLAST!  – week long summer program for students rising third grade through fifth. \nField Trips (all ages) – Lead or assist with guided nature walks or garden related activities. \nFirst Fridays  and other Guest Seminars and Workshops – assist speaker and staff with setup and cleanup and to welcome and guide guests. \nCataloging and strengthening the gardening reference and lending libraries at MBG. \nLearning to research and prepare public interpretive plant information signs for the grounds and plant sales. \nAssisting to map and compile GPS referenced database of MBG plant collections.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/mbg-docent-training-class/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
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SUMMARY:MBG Docent Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 MBG Docent Training Class! \nGET INVOLVED!  KNOW YOUR GARDENS!\nHave you ever thought you would like to spend more time at your Mobile Botanical Gardens; to know more about the collections and special\, unique garden ‘rooms’?  Do you get a kick out of seeing the excitement of a child  exploring the wonders of nature; learning to grow their own food?  Do you enjoy interacting with really  interested and curious adults and young people.  Are you a retired teacher and miss teaching?  Are you more of an organizer or a ‘techy’?  Please consider becoming an Education Docent at the Botanical Gardens.  Training classes for new docents begin in February. \nNEW MBG Docent TRAINING AND ORIENTATION\n2025 \nFebruary 4\, 11\, 18 & 25; 8:30-12:00am \nClasses and activities will take place at the Mobile Botanical Gardens\, in the Larkins Classroom\, at Magnolia Hill outdoor classroom and throughout the Gardens.  Participants are expected to attend all sessions.  A training manual and reference handouts will be provided.  Participants will become familiar with the various garden collections\, the facilities and regular program offerings through guided walks and activities. \nFollow-up opportunities will include observing field trips and assisting with activities led by experienced docents.  Participation in these opportunities is encouraged for experience and is voluntary on an ’as available’ basis. \nCONTACT:  Sara Habel  shabel@mbgardens.org \nSample Volunteer Opportunities\nTales and Trails – Children’s literacy and garden activity program \nVeggie Kids – Saturday morning kids gardening series (fall and spring series) \nFamily Fun Days – periodic Saturday activity programs for family groups \nPlant Sales – Spring and Fall; prepare and post educational signage.  Assist customers if comfortable. \nNatureBLAST!  – week long summer program for students rising third grade through fifth. \nField Trips (all ages) – Lead or assist with guided nature walks or garden related activities. \nFirst Fridays  and other Guest Seminars and Workshops – assist speaker and staff with setup and cleanup and to welcome and guide guests. \nCataloging and strengthening the gardening reference and lending libraries at MBG. \nLearning to research and prepare public interpretive plant information signs for the grounds and plant sales. \nAssisting to map and compile GPS referenced database of MBG plant collections.
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/mbg-docent-training-class/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Mobile Botanical Gardens":MAILTO:mbg2@bellsouth.net
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
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SUMMARY:USA Biology Lecture Series: "All That Slithers and Crawls"
DESCRIPTION:“All that Slithers and Crawls: Disease and Venom Biology in Reptiles and Arachnids”\nWHEN: Tuesday\, February 25th @ 6 PM \nWHERE: Botanical Center (Gift Shop Building) \nMany animals\, such as Gopher Tortoises\, snakes\, tarantulas\, and scorpions\, are often misunderstood or even feared\, yet they play crucial roles in their ecosystems and offer valuable insights into biology. From disease dynamics to venom evolution\, these creatures help scientists uncover fundamental principles of ecology and evolution. My students and I have explored these ideas through our work on disease ecology in Gopher Tortoises\, including research at the Mobile Botanical Gardens\, as well as studies on how venomous species contribute to our understanding of biological processes. By studying these often-overlooked animals\, we gain a deeper appreciation for their ecological importance and help shift public perception\, fostering respect and recognition for their role in the natural world. – Dr. Jason Strickland \n \nUSA Biology Lecture – FREE to Attend!\nPlease register your seat by sending an email to shabel@mbgardens.org
URL:https://mobilebotanicalgardens.org/event/usa-biology-lecture-series-all-that-slithers-and-crawls/
LOCATION:Mobile Botanical Gardens\, 5151 MUSEUM DR\, MOBILE\, AL\, 36608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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