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.
Sunday, 08 May 2016
Mother's Day
All mothers are admitted free of charge to Reiman Gardens on Mother's Day.
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 begins Saturday.
Tuesday, 10 May 2016
Kids Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.
Wednesday, 11 May 2016
Family Yoga in the Gardens
6 week program on Wednesdays, May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, and 15 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Family yoga classes are light-hearted and focused on the kids age 3+ with an adult.
Unified Butterfly Recorder App Tutorial
Join the entomology staff to learn more about the Unified Butterfly Recorder (UBR) app.
Thursday, 12 May 2016
Brown Bag
Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers.
Saturday, 14 May 2016
Bag-O-Bulbs Sale
For the first time ever, you can purchase Reiman Gardens' tulip bulbs to replant in your own yard!
Sunday, 15 May 2016
Wire-Wrapped Stone Jewelry
Explore the colors and textures of natural stones with artist and instructor Natalie Buskohl.
Youth Floral Arranging
Kids, learn the basics of floral arranging from HyVee Center Floral Designer Marical Greenwood.
Tuesday, 17 May 2016
Floral Design Series Workshop
Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs. Topic: "Darling Bud Vases"
Wednesday, 18 May 2016
Behind the Scenes
Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens. Topic: "Butterfly Wing Plants"
Thursday, 19 May 2016
Container Gardening Workshop
Get expert hands-on instruction in outdoor container gardening. Horticulture Manager, Sarah Rummery, will demonstrate planting and placement in an outdoor container, and you will have the opportunity to practice on several displays in the Gardens.
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.
Growing with Grown-Ups: Vermiculture
Kids, bring an adult with you to Reiman Gardens each month and learn a wide variety of gardening and growing techniques from Horticulturist Jessie Liebenguth.
Tuesday, 24 May 2016
Kids Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.
Monday, 30 May 2016
Photo Recipes
A four week class on Mondays, May 30, June 6, June 13, and June 20 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. This photography class with professional photographer Mark Stoltenberg is a collection of "how to" recipes, and features a wide range of topics including how to shoot fireworks, foggy days, vacations, indoor and outdoor sports, and more.
Tuesday, 31 May 2016
Beginner Photography
A four week class on Tuesdays May 31, June 7, June 14, and June 21 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg for a four-part class covering the basics of photography including equipment and how to use it, depth of field, aperture, light, composition, finding your subject and tips and tricks.