…gardening…

Trains in the Garden
Discover running models of the old iron horses or modern diesel locomotives in your backyard. Discuss many of the options available and some pitfalls to avoid. Emphasis will be on G-scale trains, which are large models designed to run outdoors.

The first two class sessions will be held at the ACC Campus and the last class will be held at The Hudson Gardens.

Date: Mondays, April 12-26
Time: 6-8:30 PM
Registration: $59/person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

Vegetables and Herbs for Colorado
What do you grow from seed and what do you buy as a plant? How do you protect your garden from rodents? How deep do you plant your tomatoes? What do you plant in containers or in the ground? All of these questions will be answered to get you started on the right path to a successful vegetable and herb garden.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Thursday, April 29
Time: 6-9 PM
Registration: $39/person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

Container Planting Workshops
Tired of the same old annual plantings? Discover new ways to take your container gardens to the next level by joining Annie Huston, co-founder of Columbine Design, for this hands-on experience creating gorgeous flower combinations that will thrive all summer long. Please bring a garden pot (18” in diameter or smaller) and gardening gloves – we’ll provide the plants, accessories, soil and expertise. You’ll leave this workshop with a beautiful container garden and a new perspective on planting annuals!

Class will be held on the Hudson Café patio (near the Garden Railroad). Meet the instructor in front of the Gift Shop 10 minutes prior to class start time.

Date: Tuesday May 4, 2010 (shade container gardens)
Thursday May 6, 2010 (sun container gardens)
Time: 6 – 9 PM
Registration: $45/person per workshop (choose either sun or shade workshop). $80/person when you register for both workshops. Class fee includes materials. Call the Hudson Gardens Education Department at (303) 797-8565 ext. 303 to register.

Feng Shui in The Garden
Learn about changing your outdoor living space that makes you and your visitors feel warm and welcome! Learn the principles of Feng Shui and how they apply to The Garden, and how to use the Feng Shui map (Ba-gua) to design your garden and improve its energy and abundance.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Thursday, May 20
Time: 6-9 PM
Registration: $39/person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

…crafts…

Wood Carving
By carving wildlife such as birds, animals, fish, etc. learn the steps of woodcarving including roughing out, relieving, texturing, painting and mounting. Selection of wood and tools will be covered. Depending on your project, materials fee will vary. Bring a drop cloth.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Wednesdays, April 7 - May 26
Time: 6:30-9 p.m., 8 wks
Registration: $109/person, $20-$30 material fee to instructor. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

Intro to Floral Design Principles
Discover how to put flowers together in an arrangement using simple design principles to get the best look. Explore proportion, scale, focal points, rhythm and harmony. Understand shape and flower placement so your design will look as good as the professionals.

Class will be held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the Gift Shop at the main parking area.

Date: Thursday, April 8
Time: 6-9 PM
Registration: $39/person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

Creating Moss Basket Gardens
So how do you get plants to drape and drizzle all over those baskets? Create a gorgeous hanging basket by discovering the hows and whys of moss basket planting and then plant one yourself tp take home. Bring a garden cutting knife or shears.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Thursday, May 6
Time: 6-9 PM
Registration: $39/person plus a $20 material fee to instructor. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

…cuisine…

International Chocolate and Wine Pairing
International speaker and Colorado author Julie Pech (The Chocolate Therapist) hosts this unique pairings evening, beginning with a sampling of chocolates from five different countries.

Discover how chocolate is made

• Hone your chocolate connoisseur skills

• Compare and contrast different flavors, nuances and textures of chocolate

• Enjoy a custom chocolate and wine pairing.

Four artisal wines from around the world are paired with specially selected chocolates infused with nuts, spices and berries-chosen for their ability to enhance the flavors of both the chocolate and the wine. Receive an information folder highlighting which chocolates were served and where to buy them. Receive a “goodie” bag and bring home extra chocolates from the lavish collection offered. A copy of Julie’s book and a dark organic chocolate bar is also included.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Thursday, April 15 and Monday, May 17
Time: 6:30-8 PM
Registration: $39/person, $10 material fee to instructor. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

Mother’s Day Special Chocolate and Tea Lover’s Paradise
It’s a night out with your Mom! Join international speaker and local author, Julie Pech, for a fun-filled evening of chocolate and tea. Lean how chocolate is made from bean to bar, which chocolates are best for health, and how to pair a variety of teas with infused chocolates. Class fee includes a copy of Julie’s book, “The Chocolate Therapist” and a gift bag with chocolate and tea samples.

Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located northwest of the Gift Shop. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.

Date: Monday, May 3
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Registration: $39/single, $59/couple, in addition to a $12 material fee to instructor per person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.

…arts…

Plein Air Pastel Painting
Come learn about composition, value, color and techniques of pastel while capturing the beautiful surroundings and atmosphere of Hudson Gardens. No experience necessary. A materials list is posted on the web site www.arapahoe.edu. Click on Community Education and then the Class Supply List link. Bring a drop cloth.

The class will be held in The Gardens. Meet at the Gift Shop.

Date: Mondays, May 17-June 14 *No class May 31.
Time: 9 AM-12 PM
Registration: $99/person. Contact Arapahoe Community College at (303) 797-5722 or (303) 797-5608 to register.