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A portion of proceeds go to helping our friends and family at full pocket farm


Classes are currently CANCELED due to COVID19, you can still support us through our SHOP
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Stay tuned for more workshop announcements!

Workshops we offer


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Agriculture:

Terrarium Time

 
Using our greenhouse grown succulents, and locally foraged natural materials, we will walk you through a step-by-step tutorial of creating your very own terrarium. Participants will be able to adorn their one of kind succulent planter with any and all the trimmings from moss to crystals; they will also learn how to properly care for and propagate succulents along the way!
 
Flower Seed Starter
 
Discover which flowers will thrive in your growing space.  Our experienced flower farmer will guide you through the decision making process and teach you all there is to know about proper care and maintenance to grow your very own at home flower garden.  You will leave with a tray of planted flower seeds and the knowledge to see them through the growing season!
 
DIY Three Part Bridal Series:
 
DIY Bouquet
Using our locally grown cut flowers, our expert flower farmer will walk you through step by step instructions on how to properly assemble your very own one of a kind bridal bouquet. This workshop covers everything from choosing a pleasing color pallet and complimentary textures to staying within your flower budget!
 
DIY Floral Design
This workshop focuses on how to create your own floral centerpieces with an emphasis on local flowers.  We will walk you through the process of making floral arrangements, using our local cut flowers, floral foam, and an artist’s eye. You will leave with a finished table arrangement, along with the knowledge to create and design your own floral centerpieces in the future.
 
DIY Corsage, Boutonniere & Flower Crown
Using our farm fresh flowers, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating: a corsage, a boutonniere, or a flower crown.  All three of these floral pieces start off the same way, so once you learn how to make one, you can make all three!
 
Art:
 
Pottery Night
 
Our skilled ceramicist will guide you through an interactive pottery class. Plan to get your hands dirty while applying the variety of hand-building techniques introduced during this fun workshop. You will make your very own unique clay pot, finished with desired textures, attachments, and glaze.  The clay pieces will be fired at the farm and available for pick up the following week!
 
Clay Time
 
Using a variety of clay techniques, from rolling slabs and applying texture to molding and attaching, this class is sure to bring out your inner artists! You will leave with the tools needed to apply to any and all clay hand-building projects you may attempt in the future! Clay pieces will be glazed on site and fired at the farm so that they will be available for pick up the following week!
 
Paint Night
 
Paint a one of a kind work of art using acrylic paint on canvas. Our skilled art teacher will help you discover your inner artist by encouraging you to think creatively as you follow along step by step instruction as closely or as loosely as you would like! Subject matter will vary based on intended audience.
 
Mixed Media Collage
 
Cut and paste your way through this workshop with a variety of patterned paper and paints. Our experienced art teacher will walk you through the process of making an aesthetically pleasing mixed media collage! In this workshop you will become accustomed to paying close attention to the affects of layering and applying texture to your work. You decide what direction to take your piece in from starting with a preferred subject matter to creating a non-objective multi-media masterpiece!
 
Printmaking
 
This workshop will be spent experimenting and discovering the endless possibilities that come along with this less common art form. Our experienced art teacher will demonstrate a variety of printing techniques that will equip you with the tools necessary for creating your very own unique print that will go home with you that day!

Yoga:

Kid’s/Family Yoga Classes 

Drop off the kids for an hour, or join in on the fun! Children of all ages can expect to enjoy music, dance, art, laughter, games, relaxation, and meditation.  We are committed to providing children with the tools needed to be mindful in their everyday lives. These mindfulness skills are introduced through play and imagination and promote compassion and kindness. 

All ages and abilities can enjoy these workshops, and a playful spin can be added to each one to grab the attention of intended audience.
 
For Example:
 
Plant n’ Pint Night
 
Plant a pot, sip a pint, have fun while doing it! This workshop is for both plant and beer lovers alike.  We will walk folks through a fun night of designing succulent planters, while learning how to propagate and apply proper succulent care.
 
Terrarium Family Night
 
Get the family together for a fun evening out digging in the dirt! This workshop will give you a break from your typical weeknight, while expanding your creativity and enhancing your green thumb! Work together to make your very own one of a kind terrarium using locally grown succulents and foraged natural materials. Families will leave with their hand made terrarium and the knowledge to make succulent planters on their own, as well as knowing how to properly care for them!

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