Adult Programs
The New Canaan Nature Center provides a wide variety of programming
for adults. Pre-registration is recommended.
To register for NYBG classes please call (718) 817-8748 or call (800) 322-6924 and ask for the Continuing Education Department.
For all other programs and classes please call (203) 966-9577. Visa, MasterCard and American Express accepted.
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| NYBG: A Fresh Look At Evergreens |
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Saturday, February 20 |
| 10am - 1pm |
Evergreen trees and shrubs define the form and structuree - the "bones" - of a garden. Learn which evergreens are best suited to dry and sunny sites or wet and shady locations and which are ideal for smaller properties. Create bold winter effects using classics as well as the best of the new varieties of evergreens. |
| Registration Deadline: Please call (800) 322-6924 and ask for the Continuing Education Department |
| Members: $42 / Non-Members: $47 |
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| Vinyasa Yoga Class |
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Every Tuesday |
| 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. |
Classes are taught in the Sturgess Room by a Pryority Fitness instructor. Vinyasa Yoga is a practice that links one’s breath and movement. It tries to achieve balance between one’s body and mind as well as freeing spiritual elements. Benefits of yoga include a complete feeling of relaxation, muscle toning, and improved muscle flexibility and strength. Yoga is the perfect mind, body, spirit exercise. |
Please bring your own yoga mat.
Call (203) 966-9577 to reserve your spot. |
| Please call (203) 966-9577 |
| Members: $75/five classes or $20/class / Non-Members: $75/five classes or $20/class |
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| NYBG: Watercolor II Techniques |
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Thursdays, March 11 - April 15 |
| 10am - 1pm |
Using live flowers, students practice techniques learned in Botanical Watercolor I: Techniques. Emphasis is on realistic portrayal of botanical subjects and traditional methods of dry brush watercolor painting, with attention to detail and color accuracy. Demonstrations of painting are given and individual instruction is available. A materials fee of approximately $15 is due on the first day of class |
Prerequisite: Botanical Watercolor 1: Techniques |
| Registration Deadline: Please call (800) 322-6924 and ask for the Continuing Education Department |
| Members: $385 / Non-Members: $415 |
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| NYBG: Landscaping With Perennials |
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Wednesday, March 24 |
| 9am - 4pm |
Gain the basic skills and knowledge needed for successful cultivation of perennials in a variety of garden settings. Topics include site selection, soil preparation, tools and planting techniques, maintenance practices, plant selection, landscape use, and design basics. Please bring lunch. |
| Registration Deadline: Please call (800) 322-6924 and ask for the Continuing Education Department |
| Members: $91 / Non-Members: $101 |
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