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  • Sculptural Bonsai Container Workshop: 2-Part Series

    30529 SE Wheeler Road Boring OR 97009

    Create a sculptural, slab-based oval bonsai container by hand in this two-part ceramic workshop atBentwood Nursery in Laura Dufala’s studio. Using slab-building techniques and rich brown clay,participants will design and build a shallow, one-of-a-kind bonsai vessel that balancesfunction with artistic expression. Inspired by traditional bonsai aesthetics as well as contemporary ceramic form, this workshopencourages organic […]

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  • Introduction to Ikebana – October

    Featured Ikebana Workshops
    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

    What to Expect in this Workshop Instructor Nana Bellerud October's ikebana workshop will focus on what surrounds us and how we can use ordinary items around us in our ikebana., including its symbolism and seasonal meanings, while maintaining the core principles of ikebana. Nana will also cover fundamental Sogetsu School ikebana concepts, techniques, tools, and […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Oct-Thursday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Western Hemlock Bonsai Workshop: Aluminum Wiring Techniques Learn one of the most essential skills in bonsai—wiring. This hands-on workshop focuses on shaping and styling bonsai using aluminum wire, an indispensable tool for bonsai artists. Participants will work with a Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), a graceful Pacific Northwest native known for its soft foliage and elegant […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Oct-Saturday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Western Hemlock Bonsai Workshop: Aluminum Wiring Techniques Learn one of the most essential skills in bonsai—wiring. This hands-on workshop focuses on shaping and styling bonsai using aluminum wire, an indispensable tool for bonsai artists. Participants will work with a Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), a graceful Pacific Northwest native known for its soft foliage and elegant […]

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  • Bonsai: Group Kobo

    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Group Kobo is a drop‑in workshop. Whether you’re refining a bonsai’s shape, practicing wiring, or planning future enhancements, you’ll receive expert guidance from GJG’s bonsai master, Bobby Curttright. alongside a friendly community of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your bonsai anytime between these hours in a relaxed, collaborative environment in the greenhouse behind the Kyoudou Center. Please […]

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  • Pruning Conifers for Health and Aesthetics Course

    Gresham Japanese Garden
    Pruning Program

    Pruning Conifers for Health and Aesthetics course will start at Ebetsu Plaza, the garden nestled in front of the Kyoudou Center inside Gresham’s Main City Park, home to a diverse collection of conifers. Limited to 15 students, so register early to reserve your spot! Workshop Overview This in-person class is designed to deepen your understanding […]

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  • Introduction to Ikebana – November

    Featured Ikebana Workshops
    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

    What to Expect in this Workshop Instructor Nana Bellerud November ikebana workshop will focus on autumn colors and non-flowering materials that can be used in ikebana, as well as its symbolism and seasonal meanings—while maintaining the core principles of ikebana. Nana will also cover fundamental Sogetsu School ikebana concepts, techniques, tools, and equipment, as well […]

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  • Structural Pruning Pines

    GJG Tsuru Island 124 S Main Avenue, Gresham, OR, United States
    Pruning Program

    Watch instructor, Laura Dufala unlock the hidden character of pine trees through structural pine pruning. She's captivating to watch her approach to cloud pruning, and through her artistic eyes make decisions regarding which branches to keep and which ones to remove. She has a tendency to turn the class into a hands-on practicum, so bring […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Nov-Thursday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Aluminum Wiring Techniques with a Pacific Willow Learn one of the most essential skills in bonsai—wiring. This hands-on workshop focuses on shaping and styling bonsai using aluminum wire on a deciduous tree, an indispensable tool for bonsai artists. Participants will work with a Pacific Willow (Salix lasiandra), a Pacific Northwest favorite with graceful, flexible branches […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Nov-Saturday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Aluminum Wiring Techniques with Pacific Willow Learn one of the most essential skills in bonsai—wiring. This hands-on workshop focuses on shaping and styling bonsai using aluminum wire on a deciduous tree, an indispensable tool for bonsai artists. Participants will work with a Pacific Willow (Salix lasiandra), a Pacific Northwest favorite with graceful, flexible branches and […]

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  • Pruning Upright Maples

    Gresham Japanese Garden
    Pruning Program

    This is an in-person instructional course with professional pruner, Francheska Snyder, owner of Niwa Method. She will concentrate on a few species of upright maples on Tsuru Island. Topics will […]

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  • Introduction to Ikebana – December

    Featured Ikebana Workshops
    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

    What to Expect in this Workshop Instructor Nana Bellerud December ikebana workshop will focus on the winter scenery and various holiday ideas with ikebana, as well as its symbolism and seasonal meanings—while maintaining the core principles of ikebana. Nana will also cover fundamental Sogetsu School ikebana concepts, techniques, tools, and equipment, as well as share […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Dec-Thursday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Copper Wiring Techniques with a Western White Pine Western white pine (Pinus monticola) is an excellent species for learning the art of wiring with copper because of its flexible branches and classic conifer form. Copper wire provides the strength needed to position and hold branches while they gradually set into their new shape, allowing students […]

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  • Pruning Laceleaf Maples

    Gresham Japanese Garden
    Pruning Program

    This is an in-person instructional course with Francheska Snyder. Throughout the course, participants can engage in an open discussion with Francheska as she prunes a large laceleaf maple in a […]

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  • 2026 The Art of Bonsai: Dec-Saturday

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    Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse 219 N Main, Gresham, Multnomah, United States
    The Art of Bonsai

    Copper Wiring Techniques with a Western White Pine Western white pine (Pinus monticola) is an excellent species for learning the art of wiring with copper because of its flexible branches and classic conifer form. Copper wire provides the strength needed to position and hold branches while they gradually set into their new shape, allowing students […]

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