Monday, 15 Jul 2019
Explore FIRST LEGO League Jr Camp
Participants (ages 6-8) learn about engineering, creativity, and teamwork through fun, engaging, hands-on activities using LEGO. A second session is offered from 1 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
Junior Master Gardener Program with 4-H
New this year, join 4-H staff at Reiman Gardens for hands-on lessons created through this international youth gardening program.
Intermediate Glass Beads Workshop
Who needs Bill Nye, the Science Guy? Experiment with different Effetre glasses that cause color reactions to take your beads to the next level. You will also learn how to create a reduction flame and play with the effects. Supply fee includes glass for class time only, and propane/MAPP is available for purchase if needed.
Tuesday, 16 Jul 2019
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
Walk-in Craft: Fired Ink Art
Create swirls and blurs of vibrant color on glass using alcohol inks and a little bit of fire. We will seal the design and slip it into an 8 x 10 frame for an instant masterpiece!
Floral Design: Shabby to Chic: Repurposed Containers
Bring your own container from home to repurpose into a floral vessel.
Wednesday, 17 Jul 2019
Behind the Scenes: Dancing Chimes
Join Education Manager Sara Merritt to hear the history behind Reiman Gardens' permanent outdoor toy, the Dancing Chimes (even learn the patterns to play real songs!)
Sewing Lessons
Whether you are a beginner needing to learn how to operate a sewing machine, or someone who needs help finishing a project in progress, this is for you. Choose one of the dates below to work one-on-one with Judy and learn the skills you need to keep going on your own. Bring in your machine or borrow one of ours and begin making beautiful things, one stitch at a time
Thursday, 18 Jul 2019
Kids' Story Time
Join us for this summertime favorite! Every week, hear books read aloud and join in an activity or craft. Best for children up to eight accompanied by an adult.
Plant Walk: Native Plants of Iowa (Woodies, Prairie Plants, Perennials)
What IS that plant? Get to know the works of art in our living museum from the expert herself - join Lindsey Smith, Reiman Gardens' Plant Collections Curator, for in-depth walking tours of the plants and flowers that make this place so special.
Friday, 19 Jul 2019
Intensive thesis and dissertation writing retreat
Whether you still need to write several chapters of your thesis or dissertation or you are finishing up the final pages, this retreat will allow you the time and space needed to focus on completing your document.
Ladies in Science: The Scientific Method
Ladies, join us for a unique educational event celebrating women and girls in science!
Paint Your Own Pottery: Bubble Painting
Blow bubbles on your bisque with a straw and paint, and bursting outlines will appear on your finished piece.
Saturday, 20 Jul 2019
Garden Peace Post Workshop
Looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon? Join DeDee Birdsall of Two Sisters Paint Palette for a unique workshop where you will paint your own four-foot garden peace pole.
Walk-in Craft: Harry Potter Wands
The wand chooses the wizard, but exceptions are made in the Workspace
Brit Floyd World Tour
Brit Floyd, a Pink Floyd tribute show, is performing a 40th anniversary celebration of Pink Floyd's "The Wall" and other popular songs from the band.
Sunday, 21 Jul 2019
Insect Hotels - Family Workshop
Work with local artists Pam Dennis and Ryk Weiss to create your own insect hotel to attract and house beneficial insects like bees and other pollinators.
Monday, 22 Jul 2019
Junior Master Gardener Program with 4-H
New this year, join 4-H staff at Reiman Gardens for hands-on lessons created through this international youth gardening program.