A Mata Ortiz, Demonstration and Sale, Fine Art Pottery, Jewelry and the Artisans and Culture of Mata Ortiz and Taxco, Mexico. Sponsored by Mata Ortiz to You. Friday, March 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Watch the pottery being made. Firings each day at 11:30 a.m.
March 12, 13 and 14, 9a.m. – noon Pastels aren’t those pale colors associated with black board chalk. They are the hands-on medium that connects you directly to your art. In fact, pastels have a long history among artists who appreciate their versatility and ease of application. Begin with quick studies that create a roadmap to a finished piece; do exercises in color selection to increase your personal color vocabulary and learn how to make no-fear choices to a finished painting. Individual attention and instructor demonstrations will boost your confidence and your work. Some experience helpful, but not required.$175, $125 members. REGISTER NOW.
Members only sale: Friday, March 26, 5-8 p.m., Public Sale: Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit the Gardens this March for a new twist on our spring plant sale – the New Leaf Plant Sale. Vendors will feature one or more “new plants” – plants recently brought into cultivation, new cultivars or “retro plants” that are returning to popularity. We’ll have a wide selection of other plants, too. More information.
The Tucson Botanical Gardens and Seven Cups Tea House are excited to announce a partnership that brings a Seven Cups location to the Grove of Peace and Harmony at the Gardens. Opening to the public Friday, December 4, Seven Cups will serve their hand-harvested, organic Chinese teas and delicious Japanese desserts to visitors. The Tea House will be open 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. A cup of fragrant tea under the canopy of the grapefruit trees is one more way to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Gardens. More information.
Butterfly Magic, a live exhibit of tropical butterflies. Open daily 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission $12 Adults, $6.50 Children 4-12, Children 3 and under, free.
The cafe will feature new menu items as well as old favorites. Stop in for lunch on your next visit and enjoy a meal on the beautiful Xeriscape patio. Cafe open daily 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Congratulations to the following winners: Grand Prize – Cantrell Residence designed by Diana Turner of Turner Designs LLC, Water Conservation Award – Greg Corman of Gardening Insights, Inc. for his own residence, Grand Prize Homeowner – Thomas Staudt residence , 1st Place Homeowner- Francine Shacter Residence, 2nd Place Homeowner - Carol Weaver Residence
Special awards: Jason Isenberg of Urban Organics Landscaping is the winner of the J.D. DiMeglio, Artistry in Landscaping Award for his own residence. The DiMeglio Award celebrates the beauty of desert landscaping. J.D. DiMeglio (1960-2001) made a lasting contribution to the Tucson community by sharing his knowledge of plants, irrigation and design with a contagious smile and incredible enthusiasm. He inspired everyone he met to embrace the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, and to appreciate the natural artistry in the native landscape. His company, Horizons West Landscaping, specialized in mixing native and traditional plants, and he left Tucson with a living legacy through his many private gardens and public landscapes.
Chris Monrad, co-founder of the Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society Cactus Rescue Crew is the winner of this years Community Xeriscape Leader Award. This award recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to the community. The Community Xeriscape Leader Award recognizes an individual or organization that has been a driving force in promoting xeriscape principles and/or the use of native and arid-adapted plants.
Love Butterfly Magic? Keep the butterflies fluttering! For just $5 per pupae you can bring more butterflies into our exhibit and help support Butterfly Magic. Makes a great gift or a wonderful way to honor a loved one.
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