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Wildlife Photography:From Wildflowers to Grizzly Bears
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This course will teach the students how to take prize winning photographs of all types of nature subjects. The advantages and disadvantages of good lighting, composition, types of subjects, and the subject's actions will be shown. Also, appropriate photography equipment for nature photography will be discussed, as well as suggested locations for photographing nature subjects. Participants must have an SLR camera, not a point and shoot camera. Previous photography experience recommended. Please bring your camera to class.
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10SBG25
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| Date |
2/27/2010 – 3/6/2010
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Sa from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM - 2 session(s) |
| Fee |
$60.00 |
| Instructors |
Tom Savage
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Go Wild: Introduction to Wildlife - Spring Season
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Introduction to wildlife is a comparison of behavioral needs, population dynamics, and core requirements of wildlife in the 4 basic land types; Urban, Sub-urban, Ex-urban, and Rural. This module will provide the foundational concepts required for all naturalists; the professional, amateur, and hobbyiest, to be able to define, quantify, and apply fundamental wildlife normal behaviors during the "SPRING" season, based on the land type and the human interface. The American Bobcat will be used as the sentinel species of discussion. Coyotes, Foxes, Raccoons, and many other species will be used to illustrate the comparative commonality of behavior and survival requirements.
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10SBG01
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| Date |
2/13/2010 - 2/20/2010 |
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Sa from 9AM - Noon 2 session(s) |
| Fee |
$70.00 |
| Instructors |
Cliff Moore
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T'ai Chi in the Japanese Garden
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Learn to reduce stress and increase your energy while surrounded by the serene beauty of the Botanic Garden's Japanese Garden. Students will experience basic T'ai Chi exercises, Xiang Gong Qi Gong, Five Element Qi Gong and other aspects of this ancient Chinese art. Wear loose comfortable clothing and supportive shoes with flat soles.
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10SBG02A
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| Date |
3/27/2010 - 5/22/2010
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Sa from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM; No class 4/3, 4/24 - 8 session(s) |
| Fee |
$80.00 |
| Instructors |
Steven Blostein
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10SBG02B
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| Date |
4/7/2010 - 5/26/2010
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W from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM - 8 session(s) |
| Fee |
$80.00 |
| Instructors |
Dennis Beck |
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10SBG02C
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| Date |
4/5/2010 - 5/24/2010
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| Time |
M from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM - 8 session(s) |
| Fee |
$80.00 |
| Instructors |
Justin Harris
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Making a Rain Barrel
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Make a rain barrel to capture and store rainwater for watering your container plants and landscape and reduce damage to the landscape caused by stormwater. You will actually make your own rain barrel to take home. Tuition includes $40 supply fee.
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10SBG03
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| Date |
2/18/2010 - 2/18/2010
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| Time |
Th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$85.00 |
| Instructors |
Dotty Woodson
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Breakfast with the Butterflies
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Butterflies in the Garden is a spectacular event happening every two years. Enjoy a continental breakfast while learning about exotic butterflies in the lush tropical conservatory. Go behind the scenes with staff and participate in a butterfly release before the exhibit opens to the public for the day.
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10SBG04A
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| Date |
3/6/2010 - 3/6/2010
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| Time |
Sa from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Gail Manning
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10SBG04B
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| Date |
3/27/2010 - 3/27/2010
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| Time |
Sa from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Gail Manning
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Understanding and Using Beneficial Insects
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Get the low down on the on-ground...and underground! Botanic Garden entomologist Gail Manning will teach you what, how and when to use insects and nematodes to control grden pests. Class includes powerpoint lecture, resource list, pinned specimens and garden tour.
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10SBG05
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| Date |
5/6/2010 - 5/6/2010
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| Time |
Th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Gail Manning
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Growing Orchids Made Easy
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Explore the mystery around the orchid plant family and orchid growing. Discover where and how orchids grow in nature and how you can grow orchids on a window sill, or in your greenhouse. Course will cover orchid gowing, potting, dividing, watering, fertilizing, propagating, collecting and maintaining orchids for many years. The class will visit a large orchid collection for applied learning experience.
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10SBG06
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| Date |
1/20/2010 - 2/10/2010
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W from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 4 session(s) |
| Fee |
$80.00 |
| Instructors |
Dotty Woodson
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Spring Stroll
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Bring your family to tour the spring beauties of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden with staff! First we'll discuss the various habitats on the grounds, and describe ways to increase your viewing and appreciation of the plants and animals which live there. Bring your nature journal...or plan to begin one! Course not eligible for discounts.
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10SBG07
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| Date |
5/14/2010 - 5/14/2010
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F from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$10.00 |
| Instructors |
Gail Manning & Rob Bauereisen
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Front Porch Citrus
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Plant your own citrus grove right here in North Texas! Homegrown fresh key lime pie, orange marmalade and ice cold lemonade are just a growing season away. This course will teach you how to grow potted citrus on the front porch or the back patio. If you have some sun and just a little bit of room, you can grow these attractive and useful plants. All tools and materials provided. This class will take place at the instructor's home in Fort Worth. Details provided in your course confirmation.
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10SBG08
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| Date |
5/15/2010 - 5/15/2010
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Sa from 9:00 AM to 12 N - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$55.00 |
| Instructors |
Rob Bauereisen
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Champagne and Roses
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Enjoy an evening of fine sparkling wines in the beauty of the Rose Garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. This class combines a tour of the Rose Garden with learning about and sampling a variety of champagnes and sparkling wines. Don't miss this annual event! Course not eligible for discounts.
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10SBG09
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| Date |
4/27/2010 - 4/27/2010
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Tu from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$60.00 |
| Instructors |
Ray Raney & Dennis Jones
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Quit Smoking in the Japanese Garden
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One of the best places to quit smoking is the Japanese Garden. The best time to quit, when you think about it, is now. This smoker-friendly class is designed for those who don't want to quit but know they should. Using unique methods that are part of learning the ancient art of T'ai Chi, the smoker will learn to finally overcome his or her dependence on tobacco. Motivational strategies, relaxation exercises, and group discussion will be part of the process of pre-quitting, quitting, and post-quitting. Techniques such as Punching Up the Yuck Factor, Lite Discipline, and Investing in Loss are intended to move the student into the nonsmoking section of life permanently.
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10SBG10
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| Date |
4/6/2010 - 4/18/2010
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Tu and Su from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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| Fee |
$80.00 |
| Instructors |
Dennis Beck
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Hatha Yoga: Introduction
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Students will learn relaxation, complete breathing, and proper body alignment while developing strength and flexibility through basic Yoga postures. The class will be suitable for newcomers to yoga as well as offering a challenge to people who already practice yoga. Please bring your own mat to class and wear clothing that allows freedom of movement.
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10SBG11
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| Date |
1/27/2010 - 5/5/2010
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W from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM - 14 session(s) |
| Fee |
$165.00 |
| Instructors |
Rebecca Estes
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Hatha Yoga: Intermediate
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Learn to decrease stress while increasing mobility; calm the mind while energizing the body. We will practice a flowing style of yoga incorporating breath work and relaxation techniques. Class appropriate for the more advanced yoga participant. Please bring your own mat, blocks, strap, towel and water.
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10SBG12
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| Date |
1/25/2010 - 5/3/2010
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M from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM - 14 session(s) |
| Fee |
$165.00 |
| Instructors |
Rebecca Estes
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Yoga for Balance
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This Hatha stylle of yoga utilizes flow movement accompanied with deep stretching as a way to relieve tension and fatigue. During practice learn how to use a tennis ball to trigger point and release tightness in various poses. Emphasis is placed on breathing and meditatve techniques accompanied with aromatherapy. A great workshop for athlete, dancers, or stressed individuals who are ready to restore balance mentally and physically to the body. All levels welcome. Dress in workout/yoga attire.
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10SBG22
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| Date |
2/3/2010 - 2/3/2010
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W from 5:45 PM to 7:00 PM - 1 session(s) |
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$30.00 |
| Instructors |
Miranda Davis
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Empowered Yoga Workshop
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An invigorating flow class formatted to stimulate our bodies mentally and physically. Awaken your senses via twists, bends, binds and balances as the poses practiced are for invoking personal power. Breathing techniques, candle meditation, aromatherapy, and mantras will make this practice unique and powerful. Prior Yoga or Pilates experience necessary.
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10SBG36
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| Date |
3/10/2010 - 3/10/2010
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W from 5:45 PM to 7:00 PM - 1 session(s) |
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$30.00 |
| Instructors |
Miranda Davis
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An Annual Affair
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Learn which annuals - flowering and foliage - to use in each season of the year to make your landscape a real showcase! This course will cover plant selections, light conditions, soil preparation, fertilization, water requirements, and how to use annuals in both beds and containers.
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10SBG13
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| Date |
3/30/2010 - 3/30/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Steve Huddleston
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Plants that Conserve Water
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Save on you water bill and reduce the demands on our precious water supplies by landscaping with plants that require less water or even live on annual rainfall alone. Learn twelve easy tips for saving water and which native and adapted plants survive on less water in north central Texas. Wear conmfortable shoes and dress for the weather since we'll take an outside walking tour of the water conservation garden.
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10SBG14
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| Date |
5/4/2010 - 5/4/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Steve Huddleston
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Vines: Di-vine Plants for Vertical Spaces
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Vines occupy very little lateral space, provide overhead canopy, obscure unsightly walls, and provide foliage, flowers, and fruit. Learn which vines do well in north central Texas and how to use them to your advantage. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather since we'll take an outside walking tour of vines.
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10SBG15
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| Date |
4/6/2010 - 4/6/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 1 session(s) |
| Fee |
$45.00 |
| Instructors |
Steve Huddleston
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Fruit, Flower, Insect: Botanical Art & Illustration
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Workshop focus is the convincing depiction and graceful composition of winters bounty. Fruit flowers, vegetables, along with a fascinating selection of natural science subjects....nest, fossil, shell, mounts & skins, pinned beetle, butterfly. International instructor Cynthia Padilla premiers the unique topic to Fort Worth through TCU at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden with demo of technique, handouts, gentle critique followed by one-on-one guidance. Advanced artists really stretch their skills and even complete beginners emerge with frameable work. And all participants are invited to include their work in a non-juried exhibition curated by the instructor! Bring a sack lunch.Supply list sent with course confirmation.
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10SBG16
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| Date |
1/29/2010 - 1/30/2010
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F and Sa from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - 2 session(s) |
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$175.00 |
| Instructors |
Cynthia Padilla
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Plein Air Sketching
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Fill a sketchbook journal with quick studies, tiny vignettes, detailed renderings, mesurements and musings documenting the beauty of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden in early spring. Demos, handouts, lively discussions, individual critiques and one-on-one instruction in the mediums brought into class. We work out of doors (en plein air). Weather does not cancel class so dress prepared for all conditions. Bring a sack lunch. Supply list sent with your course confirmation.
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10SBG17
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| Date |
4/15/2010 - 4/17/2010
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Th, F and Sa from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - 3 session(s) |
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$245.00 |
| Instructors |
Cynthia Padilla
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Fort Worth's Urban Forest
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Urban forests provide a multitude of benefits to society, and millions of dollars are spent annually to maintain them, yet relatively little is known about this important resource. Trees in cities can improve environmental quality and human health . This course is a study of the best trees for Fort Worth and their benefit to the ecology of our city and state.
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10SBG18
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| Date |
5/15/2010 – 5/15/2010
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Sa from 9 AM to Noon - 1 session(s) |
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$55.00 |
| Instructors |
Jay Higgins
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Introduction Stained Glass Mosaic Window
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Illuminate your home and life! Learn the art of mosaics using stained glass and glass baubles to create your original mosaic glass window. Select your pattern from original designs by your instructor, internationally recognized mosaic artist Tina McIntire--or design your own! In this class you will cut, glue and grout your way to a beautiful light reflective mosaic window. Tuition includes $75 supply fee.
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10SBG19
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| Date |
1/19/2010 - 2/9/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 4 session(s) |
| Fee |
$155.00 |
| Instructors |
Tina McIntire
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Intermediate Stained Glass Mosaic Window
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This class will be for students who have completed the beginner course. A greater challenge in size and design seleciton for a larger stained glass window. A must for the mosaic enthusiast! Tuition includes a $125 supply fee.
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10SBG20
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| Date |
2/16/2010 - 3/9/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 4 session(s) |
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$205.00 |
| Instructors |
Tina McIntire
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Advanced Stained Glass Mosaic Window
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This class is specifically designed for the mosaic enthusiasts who have completed the beginners and intermediate courses prior to this one. Tuition includes a $175 supply fee.
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10SBG21
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| Date |
3/23/2010 - 4/13/2010
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Tu from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM - 4 session(s) |
| Fee |
$255.00 |
| Instructors |
Tina McIntire
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