Sunday, 13 May 2012
Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 14 May 2012
Hot and Cool Contemporary Studio Glass Sculture
This exhibition opens May 14 and runs until August 5. The sculptures in this exhibition will present the creative processes of glass sculpting and also explore the individual artistic expressions of today's most accomplished artists, who express themselves in the media of glass.
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
Haiku in the Gardens
Join local published poet, Dennis Maulsby, for a course in four weekly sessions examining the history, nature, and variations of haiku poetry. Learn to write and appreciate this beautiful poetic art within the endlessly inspiring landscape of the outdoor gardens. No poetry or writing background required-perfect for beginners and those wishing to improve their grasp of the form. Participants will take home a workbook of handouts and reference mate
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Jens Jensen and his Contemporaries in Design
Robert Grese will discuss the turn of the 20th century and the impact of landscape and architectural innovators like Frank Lloyd Wright and Frederick Law Olmsted. His presentation is in conjunction with The Danish Immigrant Museum in Elk Horn, Iowa, which this year will be exploring the life, career, and ongoing legacy of landscape architect Jens Jensen (1860-1951).