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04/10/2026 1:30 pm
(16-Adult) Explore how to incorporate the beauty, power, and symbolism of nature into your storytelling. Learn techniques for using the natural world to enhance atmosphere, develop characters, and enrich plotlines across genres. Then, take a walk through the gardens for inspiration, followed by a guided writing session to practice weaving your surroundings into your…
04/18/2026 10:00 am
(16-Adult) Colored pencils and acrylic layering is a fantastic technique for building up soft textures, sharp edges, and rich colors. Drawing from colorful photographs or still-life objects of flora and fauna, artist Dawn Flores helps you explore the techniques used to take colored pencils a step beyond their traditional use. Supply list will be emailed before class.…
04/18/2026 1:30 pm to 04/18/2026 4:30 pm
(8-Adult) Discover how to turn simple looking colorful paper strips into beautiful work of art. In this workshop you will create colorful flowers, leaves, paper woven basket and then you will glue them on the basket. These magnets are perfect to decorate your freezer, locker or for gift giving. A $25 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the…
04/19/2026 12:30 pm
(12-Adult) Discover how people of the past patched, stitched and darned to mend worn clothing. See and touch examples of mending techniques. Learn how to thread a needle, make basic stitches and sew on a patch to extend the life of your own garments. Materials will be provided.
04/25/2026 10:00 am to 04/25/2026 11:30 am
(12-Adult) Take a brief outdoor stroll around the 1784 Historic House to learn about its architecture and historic designed landscape. Step inside the house to learn about residents of Green Spring past. Enjoy compelling stories of public service, trailblazing women, espionage, civil rights, enslavement and freedom. Hear what we know about…
04/25/2026 11:00 am
(13-Adult) Experience the calming flow of Tai Chi in this introductory class which is perfect for anyone curious about its gentle movements and stress-reducing benefits. Learn fundamental principles, basic forms and cultivate a sense of mind-body connection in a welcoming environment. This class provides a great way to discover if Tai Chi is right for you.
05/02/2026 1:30 pm to 05/02/2026 3:00 pm
Join award-winning author P. O’Connell Pearson for an engaging look at her acclaimed book Fighting for the Forest: How FDR’s Civilian Conservation Corps Helped Save America. Learn how the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) helped restore America’s landscapes and build the foundation of our National Parks during the Great Depression.…
05/16/2026 9:00 am
Kick off the growing season at Green Spring Gardens with a community-favorite plant sale and garden celebration hosted by the Friends of Green Spring (FROGS). Free.
Look forward to:
Annuals, perennials, shrubs and treesPlants from dozens of local vendorsGardening tips from vendors and Master GardenersFROGS Bake SaleFROGS members save 10% in the Garden Gate…