Spring events at Tonkadale!
Spring Fling
Saturday, March 23rd
10:00 AM - 3:00pm
Leave the winter blues behind and get excited for the growing season with Spring Fling at Tonkadale!
Local Vendors:
Educational Opportunities:
- Ask a Master Gardener
- Seed Starting
- Native Pants with MNL
- Garden plans and other educational resources
Activities:
- DIY Flower Bar
- Coloring table
- Paint a Pot
- Plant a Pansy
Free to attend.
Terarrium Workshop
Saturday, March 30th
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for a workshop to create a one of a kind terrarium of your own. Learn what makes a successful terrarium, including the planting process along with tips on care and maintenance.
$15 workshop fee + cost of materials.
Your workshop fee covers instruction, design help, and potting medium. Additional materials include various vessels, rock, moss, bark, plants, and additional decor.
(no outside materials, please) Registration required.
The Perennial Kitchen
with Beth Dooley
Sunday, April 7th
10:00am - 12:00pm
In her book, The Perennial Kitchen, Beth provides the context of food’s origins, along with delicious recipes, nutrition information, and tips for smart sourcing. More than a farm-to-table cookbook, this book expands the definition of “local food” to embrace regenerative agriculture, and the method of growing small and large crops with ecological services.
$10 seminar fee
Registration required.
Yoga in the Greenhouse-
with Sheila Mae
Sunday, April 7th
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Grab your mat and join Sheila Mae for a quiet morning in the greenhouse. Reflect on your path and the sureness of the soil to gain trust in the direction you are going.
$15.00 at the door. Bring your own mat.
Free mini plant for all participants.
Flower Pressing
with Sunny, Northwoods Folk
Saturday, April 13th
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Sunny of Northwoods Folk for a delightful flower pressing workshop where you will learn how to preserve the beauty of nature's blooms and create your own unique works of art. Sunny will start by giving you a glimpse into her urban homestead and then, will guide you through the process of selecting the perfect flowers to arrange in stunning designs. You'll use pressed flowers to create your very own botanical lantern. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters. All materials will be included, just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!
$60 workshop fee (includes a take-home flower press)
Registration required.