Making Cordage from Plants
Gain a new appreciation for the plants all around us. Working with the dogbane plant, we will learn to hand-process its fibers into strong cordage. Ages 12 and up.
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Natural Dyes Workshop
Learn the basics of creating natural dyes and help process wool to make a variety of beautiful colors! Pre-registration required;
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Kitchen Knacks: Homemade Kitchen Cleaners
In this edition of Kitchen Knacks, we will be making our own kitchen cleaners, using ingredients from the pantry! Learn about the different uses of cleaners and leave with a few recipes to make more at home!
Recommended for adults and children ages 12+; pre-registration required.
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Clothing Repair Workshop
Join us this Earth Month to help reduce textile waste by learning how to mend your own clothing and linens! We will be focusing on reattaching zippers, buttons, patching up holes, and more. Come with any old clothing, blankets, toys, etc. you wish to repair. This workshop is recommended for everyone ages 8+. Pre-registration is suggested for this free class.
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Spring Bling Fairy Houses
Celebrate spring by decorating a whimsical fairy house with bling and seasonal stickers. Children ages 5 years old and up. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org. Registration ends April 17. 6 children max. Fee: $5:00.
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Pyrography: Beginner’s Techniques
Learn the basics and take home your own wood burning art piece in this introductory pyrography class. No experience is necessary for this workshop. Available for adults and children ages 10+; $15 /person; registration required.
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We Luv Dinosaurs!
Calling dinosaur lovers to celebrate National Dinosaur Day by baking Dino Sugar cookies, making Lasdon’s unique Paleo-pouch for holding fossil treasures and taking a special hands-on tour of the Dino trail that includes touching real dino poo! 6 children max. Ages 5 years old and up. Registration required at lasdonpublicgardens.org. Registration ends May 29. Fee: $10.
Young Childrens Story and Craft
Children will participate in a story about best friends Lonnie the Lasdon Bunnie and Chippie the Chipmunk. They will go on a scavenger hunt looking for them and make a special seasonal craft. 6 children max. Ages 3 years old to 5 years old.
Registration required at lasdonpark.org. Registration ends June 26. Fee: $5:00.