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Designing and Planting Patio Pots
Learn how to mix different plant colors and textures to create a unique combination that will give you vibrant color all summer long for your front porch or patio using Filler, Spiller, Thriller method. Includes a 10" pot, plants, soil and expert advice from the experts at Chesterton Feed and Garden Center.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Age: All ages welcome, children 8 - 13 with an adult
- Date: Saturday, May 22, 2021
- Time: 10 - noon
- Location: Rogers-Lakewood Program Center
- Fee: $55 per person*
*When you register, pick up a season pass to Rogers-Lakewood Park for just $10
Houseplant and Replanting Workshop
Topics covered will be : potting and re-potting (when is the best time, what type of soils, fertilizer), propagation (stem cuttings, soft and hardwood cuttings, root divisions, leaf cuttings, and air layering), pruning (air circulation, bushier growth i.e. pinching), pests (are you bringing any hitchhikers when you bring your plants inside as fall approaches) and more. Bring your questions! Experts from the Chesterton Feed & Garden Center will help. After the program, supplies will be provided to re-pot one houseplant. 12" and smaller pots will be provided along with the soil.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Age: All ages welcome, children 8 - 13 with an adult
- Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021
- Time: 10 - noon
- Location: Rogers-Lakewood Program Center
- Fee: $15 per person*
*When you register, pick up a season pass to Rogers-Lakewood Park for just $10.
Get crafty in these small group classes! Perfect for family and friends to enjoy. All materials are provided as well as refreshments served.
- Ages: 6+, 6 - 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Location: Banta Activity Center, 605 Beech St, Valparaiso
Valentine Wood Sign
Share the love as you create a one-of-a kind wooden sign for you to add to your Valentine decor or gift to that someone special
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Feb 13 | Sa | 10:30 - noon | $25 | Feb 6 |
Bunny Door Hanger
Get ready to "hop" into spring with this adorable door hanger!
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Mar 13 | Sa | 10:30 - 11:30 am | $15 | Mar 3 |
String Art Vase
String art is easy and fun! Keep this craft for yourself as a great conversation peice or gift it to a special Mom in your life.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| May 1 | Sa | 10:30 - 11:30 am | $15 | Apr 24 |
Personalized Welcome Sign
With warmer weather around the corner, make your friends feel welcome with this decorative wood welcome sign.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| May 8 | Sa | 10:30 - 11:30 am | $25 | Apr 30 |
DIY Dreamcatcher
Let your creativity soar as you make your very own dreamcatcher.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Aug 7 | Sa | 10:30 - noon | $15 | Jul 31 |
Scarecrows from Scratch
Put together your own child-sized scarecrow from the ground, up! All materials will be provided, however, you are welcome to bring your own clothes. $30 for 1st scarecrow and $15 for each additional.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Oct 10 | Su | 1 - 2:30 pm or 2:30 - 4 pm | $30 | Oct 2 |
Fall Wood Decor Sign
Celebrate sweater weather as you create a beautiful wood sign to make your home feel like fall.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Nov 6 | Sa | 10:30 - noon | $25 | Oct 29 |
Holiday Ornament Class
As gifts or keepsakes, DIY ornaments make the Christmas tree look so beautiful. Participants will make two globe ornaments from start to finish. Drinks and snacks will be provided.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Dec 11 | Sa | 9:30 - 10:30 am | $15 | Dec 3 |
Holiday Snow Globe "Make and Shake"
Create your very own snow globe winter scene.
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Dec 11 | Sa | 11:00 am - noon | $15 | Dec 3 |
Grab your family and friends as you get outdoors, have fun and challenge yourself!
These are FREE events for all ages to enjoy! Registration required.
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt
How many can you find? Celebrate earth day by exploring the parks, trails and your own backyard with the Valpo Parks guide. Guide will be emailed to those who register to participate!
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Apr 24 | Sa | 10:30 - 11:30 am | FREE | Apr 15 |
Father's Day Scavenger Hunt
"Tall and strong, I stay outside. The sun, the rain, they're by my side." Have fun solving this riddle and others as you get out into nature in a fun, challenging way!
| Date | Day | Time | Fee | Register by |
| Jun 19 | Sa | 10:30 - 11:30 am | FREE | Jun 12 |