Classes will resume October 10, and we are re-organizing our schedule to serve all of our students better, from those who are joining us for the first time to those who our most advanced.
AM (10-noon). JoAnn will be teaching the intermediate and advanced students at this time. These classes are $20. If introductory and/or beginning students would like to bring their own flowers and make arrangements on their own, they are welcome to do so. There will be no charge, and many students have found this a relaxing experience. If their arrangement is critiqued for credit, there is a fee of $10 for this morning session.
PM (1-3). Paula, Kiyoko and Arlene will teach the introductory and beginning students. All three have taught classes in the past, and I am certain they will lead you well. Our class prices will remain the same at $20, including flowers.
Upcoming Activities
The Yume Japanese Garden’s Fall Ikebana Festival is November 14-24, 2024 (Thursday through Sunday). Everyone is invited to make an arrangement, and Yume will provide the flowers, vases, and kenzan. If you are interested, please see one of the instructors. To attend, visit: yumegardens.org/events.
On February 27, 2025, our chapter will host an Introduction to Ikebana class at Tucson Botanical Gardens from 10-noon. For details visit: https://tucsonbotanical.org/events/category/classes/
The Southern Arizona Japanese Cultural Coalition will host its Japanese Spring Festival on March 15, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm. Our chapter will have arrangements on display, and we encourage our members to participate. If you are interested, please see one of our instructors. For information about the festival, visit: http://www.southernazjapan.org/upcoming-events/
The Tucson Rose Society and the Tucson Area Iris Society will hold its joint floral show on Saturday, April 9 from 1-4 p.m. Our chapter will have arrangements on display, and we encourage our members to participation. If you are interested, please see one of our instructors. For information about the festival, visit: https://www.tucsoniris.org/events/ or https://tucsonrosesociety.com
The Yume Japanese Garden’s Spring Ikebana Festival will take place in March or April. Everyone is invited to make an arrangement, and Yume will provide the flowers, vases, and kenzan. If you are interested, please see one of the instructors. To attend, visit: yumegardens.org/events