Monday, 02 May 2016
Plant Protection Program: Plant & Insect Diagnostic Center
Hear from the experts at Iowa State University's Plant & Insect Diagnostic Center (PIDC) as they discuss and demonstrate official methods for testing and identifying plant pests and pathogens.
Conquering Bad Light & Color in Photography
A four week course on Mondays, May 2, May 9, May 16, and May 23 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. This class offers tips on photographing in less than ideal lighting situations.
Making Meaning with Color: Oil Crayon
4 week program Mondays May 2, 9, 16 and 23 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Create oil pastel drawings from suggested imagery, with expressive therapies instructor Camilla Kottman.
Oil Painting Workshop: Cool Colors (Picasso)
Learn the basics of painting wet-in-wet, from setup to materials, to paint selection and technique with professional artist and instructor Kaukab Barni Merchant.
Tuesday, 03 May 2016
Movement Milestones: Expression for Ages 11-14
A four week program on Tuesdays, May 3, May 10, May 17 and May 24 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Join Camilla Kottman, Board-Certified Movement Therapist, for a 4-week course exploring movement and development for middle-school-aged youth.
Photography: The Art of Seeing
This is a four week class on Tuesdays, May 3, May 10, May 17 and May 24 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. The goal of this class is to help you explore your photographic potential.
Wednesday, 04 May 2016
Behind the Scenes
Topic: "Spring Bulbs" - After a long Iowa winter, see the back-of-the-house spaces come alive with seedlings and activity, and get inspired for your spring gardens.
Black and White Digital Photography
four week class on Wednesdays May 4, May 11, May 18, and May 25 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. This course builds on the technical foundations of digital photography, expanding practical skills while also fostering your aesthetic awareness and vision as a photographer.
Thursday, 05 May 2016
Youth Program: Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens. We will learn about and grow lots of vegetables, pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers.
Friday, 06 May 2016
Plant Sale Extravaganza
Many local organizations have come together to offer a huge selection of plants.
National Public Gardens Day
An event to raise awareness of America's public gardens and their important role in promoting environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation, and education in communities nationwide.
Saturday, 07 May 2016
Mid Iowa Woodworkers Woodworking Show
The Mid-Iowa Woodcarvers return for their one-day show on Saturday, May 7! Guests will have the opportunity to view carving contest entries, watch carving demonstrations and participate in a hands-on lesson in whittling.
Plant sale
Plants for sale include perennials for sun and shade, herbs and vegetables, Iowa natives, woody plants including trees, shrubs and Buck roses, container annuals and hanging baskets. Sale continues Sunday.