Mondays

January 7, 28, February 11

***Location: Columbia Park Community Garden Presentation Area, 4045 W. 190^th Street, Torrance

$10 per class members / $15 per class non-members

Instructor: Judith Gerber (judith.gerber@tmmc.com)

We are pleased to offer this exclusive opportunity through a program at the new Torrance Memorial Learning Garden. Participants can learn how to grow an edible garden and actually work in a garden plot. This year-round program features formal classes/lectures, work days, and much more. In addition to these more formal classes, there are ongoing “work” days that include hands-on instruction in topics such as plant selection, soil preparation, fertilizing, natural pest control, irrigation, general garden maintenance, and harvesting/deadheading.Class is limited to six participants.

Winter Gardening: Monday, January 7, 9 a.m.

Planning the Spring Vegetable Garden: Monday January 28, 9 a.m.

Starting Your Seeds for the Spring Edible Garden: Monday, February 11, 9 a.m.

(All classes meet at Columbia Park Community Garden Presentation Area, weather permitting. Instructor will notify participants if there is a change in meeting place.)

Volunteer group that meets every Wednesday and makes crafts for our Gift Shop.

To join please contact Carol at (310) 544-1948 or carol@southcoastbotanicgarden.org

Fridays

January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22

$50 members / $60 non-members

Instructor: Hisako Asano

Learn to create paintings of nature that capture the softly colored art form that is expressed in the teachings and techniques of instructor Hisako Asano. You will learn to mix and blend colors and manipulate 3-D values with a single stroke. Materials list is available in the Foundation office.

The South Coast Bonsai Association meets the 4th Sunday of each month, with the exception of December.

For additional information contact society president Jack Upston at (310) 346-1915

Tuesdays

January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5

Advanced

$60 members / $70 non-members

$30 materials fee (payable to instructor)

Instructor: Reiko Kawamura

Elegance, grace, and style are the characteristics of Ikebana. Learn the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view of flower arranging. Elementary, Moribana, Free Style, Hanami, Rimpa, and Bunjin will be taught.

Thursdays

January 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7

$45 members / $55 non-members

$4 materials fee (payable to instructor)   

Instructor: Sharon Ratterree, M. Ed., Certified Landscape Design Consultant

Whether you are a novice or an expert, this class will help you create your own beautiful garden!

New topics each session cover garden basics such as design, sustainability, pollinators and wildlife, plant selection for our area, and maintenance. The instructor is an avid gardener and shares tips from practical experience that will work in your own yard.

Series 1 - Six Sessions

Thursdays

January 17, 24, 31, February 7, (skip 14), 21, 28

$70 members / $80 non-members

Instructor: Teri Richards, Multi One-stroke Certified Art Instructor

Teri's desire is to bring to as many as possible the joy and satisfaction of creating their own objects of art in beautiful color. She instructs students in proper stroke technique to create beautiful, functional items for the home and garden, as well as gifts and items to sell at local fairs and boutiques. Surfaces include canvas, porcelain, wood, metal, glass, and fabrics such as silk, microfiber, cotton canvas, and water color paper. Teri's website is www.strokeandstitchart.com. You can see examples of her work as well as photos of her students’ finished works. For a list of necessary class supplies to bring, or to order, please contact Teri at teri4joy@gmail.com.

Fridays

February 1, 8, 15, 22

$30 members / $40 non-members

Instructor: Judith Gerber

This four-week course will provide you with all the information you need to grow a spring edible garden including fruits, vegetables, and herbs. We will discuss plant selection, plant schedules, planting from seed and starter plants, basic soil preparation, water, sun and climate requirements, harvesting, and gardening resources. We will also discuss various approaches to edible gardening including raised beds, container gardening, and in ground directly. Organic gardening practices will be encouraged.

Saturdays

January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23

$50 members / $60 non-members

Instructor: Master Wang Hui

An ancient Chinese Technique emphasizing relaxation, balance, coordination, and agility, Tai Chi is a total system of exercises promoting circulation, flexibility, and inner strength, as well as mental and physical discipline. Living in California, Master Wang is an authentic Monk from The Shaolin Temple in China challenging the principles he was taught throughout his life. Practice Tai Chi to improve your health and rejuvenate your life! **Drop-ins at the day of the class are allowed and are $10 per class.  Please register in the Gift Shop.

Saturdays

January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23

$80 members / $90 non-members

Instructor: Renee Yazdi

When we have the opportunity to take yoga out of the studio and into a natural setting, we can experience the true beauty in the practice. In these eight weeks, feel the peace and energy of the garden become one with you. The pace and difficulty of this class is appropriate for most individuals. Each class will begin with joint opening, progress to deeper stretches and flows, and ultimately be guided into meditation. Please bring a mat and dress for the outside. In the event of rain, we will still have class, but we may need to move it inside.

**Drop-ins are allowed and are $12 per class for members and $15 per class for non-members. Please register in the Gift Shop.

Tuesdays

January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5

Beginning: $50 members / $60 non-members

Intermediate: $55 members / $65 non-members

$30 materials fee (payable to instructor)

Instructor: Reiko Kawamura

Elegance, grace, and style are the characteristics of Ikebana. Learn the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view of flower arranging. Elementary, Moribana, Free Style, Hanami, Rimpa, and Bunjin will be taught.

Docent guided Tram Tour.  Tour lasts about 45 minutes and travels the Tram Road which is about a one-mile loop around the garden.  Various points of interest are discussed. You will not disembark the tram.  

Current Tram Tour schedule is only at 1:00pm on Saturdays.  Please call the admission window at (310) 544-6815 to ensure that the tram is running as scheduled.

Cost is $4 per person, payable at the admission window, on a first come, first served basis.  Admission window accepts cash only for entrance and tram tour.

Every Wednesday

$7 per class for all participants

Instructor: Mark Anthony Sinagra

Level: Intermediate

Enjoy an afternoon at the Garden playing Bridge. You will play hands then turn them face up to discuss bidding, leads, declarer play, and defense. Light snacks and refreshments provided.