Join others to experience the grace and beauty of movement meditation through the 5 Elements Form of T'ai Chi. Learn Qigong exercises to build strength, foster mobility, and increase balance. Classes take place in the garden or inside garden buildings depending on weather. Wear weather appropriate clothing and bring water. This is a continuing, multi level class, […]

Before Rosé finally entered the household lexicon, pink wines were treated as second-glass citizens. Dessert wines have long suffered a similar fate. Around the world – and certainly In Virginia – however, world-class sweets abound. Crafted from a range of styles: cold fermentation, late-harvest, raisination, chaptalization, etc., the best local “stickies” beguile beyond their richness […]

The love of tea has greatly affected history around the world. As different cultures embraced its delicious flavor they created traditions to enjoy it. While learning about this amazing plant, we will explore worldwide tea traditions and the tea flavors that inspired them. Following this exciting talk with tea expert Mark Ragland, enjoy a delicious […]

In natural systems, decomposition is an important part of the circle of life. It is the mechanism by which dead, complex, organic matter is broken down into simpler compounds. Composting mimics the natural process of decomposition using four, main components. In this lesson, we embrace the decomposition process as we explore our own unique compost […]

Plants are intimately linked to our cultural identities and food traditions. Plants tell us where we are, and who we are in how we use them to feed ourselves. When we migrate, we carry our culture and cuisine with us. In this series, renowned chefs, culinary historians, and authors from cultures around the world discuss […]

Create a unique living wreath for winter with Melissa Tebbenhoff of Rusted Rabbitt in Williamsburg. Using air plants and exotic succulents of your choice create a living work of art to perk up your winter. Melissa guides you through the process of designing your wreath with an assortment of live plants and dried flowers. Your creation will […]

Inspired by the theme Love, the Garden, local mixologist Beth Dixon demonstrates how to create three delicious love-themed craft cocktails. Bring a special someone and join Beth as she brings the garden to your glass with Bitter Hearts Know Better, Between the Sheets cocktail and a Very Sexy Martini. During the demo, sip samples of […]

This interactive lecture explores medicinal plants to create beneficial oils and salves for a variety of uses. Receive an explanation of the pros and cons of different types of carriers and processes. In this hands-on workshop we will formulate an herbal salve together and each participant will be able to take a container home with […]

Learn about the life under your feet in this three-part series. In this class, instructor Karin Stretchko discusses the physical properties of soil, and explains that soil is far from inert, hosting a myriad of chemical and life processes. Parts 2 and 3 cover organic matter, sustainable gardening, pH, fertilization and plant nutrition. Take one […]

Practice yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement and posture in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please have a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate comfortable clothing. Sessions are in person either in the Garden or in a classroom with […]