April

Accessibility Considerations for Therapeutic Horticulture Programming

Evaluate tools, equipment, structures, spaces, and techniques used by participants in therapeutic horticulture activities. Explore universal design principles and how to incorporate them into programming, activities, garden design, and tools to meet the widest range of people's needs. Design and more...
264THP406BL 04/08 We 6:00pm-8:00pm D'Auria
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Natural History of Birds: Spring

With its variety of habitats and position on the Atlantic Flyway, NYC is a bird-lover's paradise! Over 300 distinct resident or migratory species live or pass through here each year, including many nesting species such as Peregrine Falcons, Red-tailed Hawks, more...
264NAT317ABL 04/15 We 10:00am-12:00pm Chaya
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Nature Writing in Cities

For as long as people have been writing, nature has been a major preoccupation of writers of all kinds. Explore the history and craft of nature writing as you review works ranging from the ancient Epic of Gilgamesh to modern more...
264NAT351BL 04/16 Th 5:30pm-7:30pm Jacobs
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Natural History of Birds: Spring

With its variety of habitats and position on the Atlantic Flyway, NYC is a bird-lover's paradise! Over 300 distinct resident or migratory species live or pass through here each year, including many nesting species such as Peregrine Falcons, Red-tailed Hawks, more...
264NAT317BBL 04/19 Su 10:00am-12:00pm Chaya
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Dendrology: Woody Plant Identification

Learn to identify the native and naturalized trees, shrubs, and woody vines of the Northeast by their vegetative characteristics using their scientific and common names. You'll also hone your ability to use taxonomic keys and field guides.
264BOT375BL 04/21 Tu 6:00pm-8:00pm Grumm
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Chronic Health Conditions

Chronic conditions that require ongoing medical attention, such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, diabetes, cancer, and bone and joint diseases, can interfere with activities of daily living. Create goal-directed therapeutic horticulture activities that can be used to improve the quality more...
264THP405BL 04/22 We 6:00pm-8:20pm Sherman
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May

Forest Ecology

Explore the basic principles that influence the ecological relationships of the urban forest ecosystem, and learn how these principles can be applied to forest stewardship. Using the Garden grounds as a site for observation and field study, learn to understand more...
264BOT326BL 05/05 Tu 6:00pm-8:00pm Zeiger
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Therapeutic Horticulture: Focus on Spirituality

Nature has spiritual benefits that are often overlooked in therapeutic horticulture programming. In this course, you'll examine how the historical, cultural, and metaphorical significance of plants can inspire deep and meaningful connections for participants in all types of life circumstances. more...
264THP331BL 05/13 We 6:00pm-8:00pm Wilson
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Older Adults

Explore how therapeutic horticulture can improve the health, function, and quality of life for older adults in various settings, from independent to assisted living, day programs, skilled nursing, and memory care facilities. You willalso gain an understanding of the physical, more...
264THP401BL 05/20 We 6:00pm-8:15pm Lawless
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Sustainable Garden Care

Explore how to create a healthy garden while supporting biodiversity and conserving resources. We'll discuss ways to minimize water usage, effectively handle stormwater, create a healthy soil food web, and use non-toxic alternatives to maintain optimal plant health.
264HRT395BL 05/27 We 11:00am-1:00pm Goldberg
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Plant Communities

Fundamentally change the way you view natural landscapes by learning about the complex factors that inform which plants grow in what combinations. Understanding how and why these plant communities form will help you design beautiful landscapes that are more resilient, more...
264HRT353ABL 05/28 Th 6:00pm-7:30pm Schuler
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