BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gresham Japanese Garden - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gresham Japanese Garden REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240620T033235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T033235Z UID:10000175-1725703200-1725724800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Summer Pruning at Vanport International DESCRIPTION:For the intermediate pruners\, a hands-on opportunity to prune a variely of plants at a Japanese garden in Boring\, OR to learn alongside a professional aesthetic pruner trained in Japan and owns her own business\, Niwa Method. \nThis is the Gresham Japanese Garden’s fourth opportunity to prune at Vanport International. There are still many plants that need to be pruned and brought back to the vision the original garden designer Hoichi Kurisu. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/summer-pruning-vanport-intl/ LOCATION:Vanport International\, 28590 Wally Road\, Boring\, OR\, 97009\, United States CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240910T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231202T034413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T034413Z UID:10000159-1725973200-1725980400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Ikebana for Every Season DESCRIPTION:The Art of Ikebana\nIkebana is a traditional Japanese art form that has three main components: natural material (flowers\, tree branches\, leaves\, conifer needles\, etc.)\, the vase\, the kenzan\, (a holder for strengthening the stem and keeping the arrangement in the desired position). The basic aesthetic principle of ikebana is a refined simplicity achieved by bringing out the natural beauty of the material. These principles determine the arrangement’s composition\, colors\, and textures. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. All supplies and tools are included with the workshop. \nParticipants will make one basic style arrangement and one freestyle arrangement with emphasis on seasonal themes. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nThe workshop is limited to 9 students for an interactive experience. Class will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot there too. \nNana G. Bellerud\, Ikebana Instructor\n\n\n\n\nNana G. Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana since 2005 and continues to be inspired and discover new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates\, exhibits\, and teaches ikebana at a wide range of venues\, including the Portland Art Museum\, Portland Japanese Garden\, and Leach Botanical Garden. Through her demonstrations and workshops\, she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Nana is currently serving as Branch Director of Sogetsu Portland and is a past President of Ikebana International Portland Chapter #47. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/ikebana-for-every-season-18/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Ikebana for Every Season,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T041247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T151903Z UID:10000139-1726750800-1726758000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2023 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-thursday-9/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T042501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T023341Z UID:10000145-1726923600-1726930800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Saturday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-saturday-9/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231202T034524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T034524Z UID:10000160-1728392400-1728399600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Ikebana for Every Season DESCRIPTION:The Art of Ikebana\nIkebana is a traditional Japanese art form that has three main components: natural material (flowers\, tree branches\, leaves\, conifer needles\, etc.)\, the vase\, the kenzan\, (a holder for strengthening the stem and keeping the arrangement in the desired position). The basic aesthetic principle of ikebana is a refined simplicity achieved by bringing out the natural beauty of the material. These principles determine the arrangement’s composition\, colors\, and textures. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. All supplies and tools are included with the workshop. \nParticipants will make one basic style arrangement and one freestyle arrangement with emphasis on seasonal themes. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nThe workshop is limited to 9 students for an interactive experience. Class will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot there too. \nNana G. Bellerud\, Ikebana Instructor\n\n\n\n\nNana G. Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana since 2005 and continues to be inspired and discover new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates\, exhibits\, and teaches ikebana at a wide range of venues\, including the Portland Art Museum\, Portland Japanese Garden\, and Leach Botanical Garden. Through her demonstrations and workshops\, she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Nana is currently serving as Branch Director of Sogetsu Portland and is a past President of Ikebana International Portland Chapter #47. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/ikebana-for-every-season-19/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Ikebana for Every Season,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T042639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T014719Z UID:10000146-1728738000-1728745200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Saturday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nTHIS MONTH’S CLASS HAS CHANGED TO THE SECOND SATURDAY\, THE 12TH. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-saturday-10/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T041643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T044050Z UID:10000140-1729170000-1729177200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2023 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-thursday-10/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240801T174253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T025923Z UID:10000176-1730552400-1730559600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Propagating Conifers from Cuttings DESCRIPTION:Learn how to successfully propagate Chamaecyparis\, Cryptomeria\, Tsuga\, Thujopsis and other suitable conifers by rooting cuttings. Instructor Norm Jacobs will decode plant physiology\, explain the selection of containers\, soil mixes\, and the role of rooting compounds. Norm will demonstrate\, and you will prepare the cuttings from branches and sticks. Last Norm will share experience about aftercare and future transplanting of your cuttings. Class includes all the propagation materials: pots\, soil\, rooting compound\, and plant tags. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/propagating-conifers-from-cuttings-saturday-november-2-2024-1-3pm-55/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/propagating-conifers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231202T034637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T034637Z UID:10000161-1731416400-1731423600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Ikebana for Every Season DESCRIPTION:The Art of Ikebana\nIkebana is a traditional Japanese art form that has three main components: natural material (flowers\, tree branches\, leaves\, conifer needles\, etc.)\, the vase\, the kenzan\, (a holder for strengthening the stem and keeping the arrangement in the desired position). The basic aesthetic principle of ikebana is a refined simplicity achieved by bringing out the natural beauty of the material. These principles determine the arrangement’s composition\, colors\, and textures. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. All supplies and tools are included with the workshop. \nParticipants will make one basic style arrangement and one freestyle arrangement with emphasis on seasonal themes. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nThe workshop is limited to 9 students for an interactive experience. Class will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot there too. \nNana G. Bellerud\, Ikebana Instructor\n\n\n\n\nNana G. Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana since 2005 and continues to be inspired and discover new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates\, exhibits\, and teaches ikebana at a wide range of venues\, including the Portland Art Museum\, Portland Japanese Garden\, and Leach Botanical Garden. Through her demonstrations and workshops\, she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Nana is currently serving as Branch Director of Sogetsu Portland and is a past President of Ikebana International Portland Chapter #47. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/ikebana-for-every-season-20/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Ikebana for Every Season,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T042800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T042800Z UID:10000147-1731762000-1731769200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Saturday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-saturday-11/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241121T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231117T041825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T210736Z UID:10000141-1732194000-1732201200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:The Art of Bonsai - Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2023 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/the-art-of-bonsai-thursday-11/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240823T221031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T155647Z UID:10000183-1732366800-1732374000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Assessing and Pruning an Overgrown Landscape DESCRIPTION:Knowing where to begin managing an overgrown garden can be overwhelming. This workshop will take place at a residential home in Fairveiw\, OR that speaks to the issues around this workshop. The address will be sent to you in an email after payment. \nInstructor Francheska Snyder will walk you through first how to prioritize the tasks\, how to prune based on the space and hardscape around. You will have the opportunity to observe while Francheska prunes a shrub and a specimen tree in this overgrown landscape. There will be time for questions too! URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/assessing-and-pruning-an-overgrown-landscape/ CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/assessing_overgrown.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240102T030449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T042201Z UID:10000169-1733162400-1733169600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Wreathmaking Workshop + Wine: Dec 2nd DESCRIPTION:Monday\, Dec 2\, 2024\, 6-8pm\nGet ready for the holidays by making a beautiful wreath to hang on your front door. The wreath can span as large as 22″. The Gresham Japanese Garden offers a wide range of unique plant cuttings to choose from to make your wreath\, complete with a handmade bow to add as a final accent. \nCost includes the ring\, wire\, all greenery\, berries\, handmade bow to make a beautiful 22″ diameter wreath. And\, enjoy a glass a wine and little bite to eat while you’re making your wreath. \nCOST: $50 \nClass will be held in inside GJG’s Kyoudou Center at Main City Park. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/wreathmaking-workshop/ LOCATION:Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse\, 219 N Main\, Gresham\, Multnomah\, 97080\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_1416-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Protz":MAILTO:administrator@greshamjapanesegarden.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241203T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241203T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20231203T220730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T023706Z UID:10000163-1733230800-1733238000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Ikebana DESCRIPTION:The Art of Ikebana\nIkebana is a traditional Japanese art form that has three main components: natural material (flowers\, tree branches\, leaves\, conifer needles\, etc.)\, the vase\, the kenzan\, (a holder for strengthening the stem and keeping the arrangement in the desired position). The basic aesthetic principle of ikebana is a refined simplicity achieved by bringing out the natural beauty of the material. These principles determine the arrangement’s composition\, colors\, and textures. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. All supplies and tools are included with the workshop. \nParticipants will make a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nAfter you’ve worked on your piece of art\, you are encouraged to take a photo and then you will dismantle your work to take home your plant material and practice making working on your arrangement. \nThe workshop is limited to 9 students for an interactive experience. Class will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot there too. \nNOTE: This workshop is on the FIRST Tuesday of the month. \nNana G. Bellerud\, Ikebana Instructor\n\n\n\n\nNana G. Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana since 2005 and continues to be inspired and discover new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates\, exhibits\, and teaches ikebana at a wide range of venues\, including the Portland Art Museum\, Portland Japanese Garden\, and Leach Botanical Garden. Through her demonstrations and workshops\, she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Nana is currently serving as Branch Director of Sogetsu Portland and is a past President of Ikebana International Portland Chapter #47. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/ikebana-for-every-season-23/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Introduction to Ikebana,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240102T031006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T041912Z UID:10000170-1733666400-1733673600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Wreathmaking Workshop + Wine: Dec 8th DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Dec 8\, 2024\, 2-4pm\nGet ready for the Holidays by making a beautiful wreath to hang on your front door for the holidays. The wreath can span as large as 22″\, The Gresham Japanese Garden offers a wide range of unique plant cuttings to choose from in making your wreath\, complete with a handmade bow to add as a final accent. \nCost includes the ring\, wire\, all greenery\, berries\, handmade bow to make a beautiful 22″ diameter wreath. And\, enjoy a glass a wine and little bite to eat while you’re enjoy the workshop \nCOST: $50 \nClass will be held inside GJG Kyoudou Center at Main City Park. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/wreathmaking-workshop-dec-8th/ LOCATION:Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse\, 219 N Main\, Gresham\, Multnomah\, 97080\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_1416-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Protz":MAILTO:administrator@greshamjapanesegarden.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240829T031630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T021941Z UID:10000184-1736589600-1736611200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Winter Pruning Japanese Garden at Vanport Int'l DESCRIPTION:For the intermediate pruners\, a hands-on opportunity to prune a variety of plants at a Japanese garden in Boring\, OR\, learning alongside Francheska Snyder\, a professional aesthetic pruner trained in Japan who owns her own business\, Niwa Method. This will be the Gresham Japanese Garden’s 6th opportunity to prune at Vanport International. There are still many plants that need restored to their size and brought back to the vision of the original garden designer\, Hoichi Kurisu. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/winter-pruning-japanese-garden-at-vanport-intl/ LOCATION:Vanport International\, 28590 Wally Road\, Boring\, OR\, 97009\, United States CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20250110T205226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T205536Z UID:10000202-1736859600-1736866800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Ikebana - Jan25 DESCRIPTION:What to Expect in the Workshop\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nSupplies and tools are onsite to borrow for the workshop. After you’ve worked on your arrangement\, you are encouraged to take a photo and then you will dismantle your work. The plant material is yours to take. If you wish to take your creation home in one piece\, or are interested in practicing ikebana further\, please consider purchasing a kensan and container at the workshop. \nClass will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot adjacent to the building. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kensan + Container – $25\nIn ikebana\, the two accessories used is a kensan\, or some people say pin frog\, and a container. For basic arrangements a shallow container is appropriate. Because ikebana is a practiced art\, owning these accessories is a must to further your practice. \nAlso\, if you’d like to preserve the arrangement you created at the workshop\, these accessories are available for purchase at the workshop. $25 includes both. Only cash or check. NOTE: The cost of the workshop includes the use of the instructor’s kensan and container.  URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/introduction-to-ikebana-jan25/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T043123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T045946Z UID:10000189-1737032400-1737039600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - Jan Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-jan-thursday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T041117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T045750Z UID:10000188-1737205200-1737212400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - Jan Saturday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-jan-saturday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240815T035225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T041301Z UID:10000179-1737810000-1737817200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Pruning Fruit Trees DESCRIPTION:Late winter pruning is a good time to prune fruit trees because of dormancy and invigorates growth; removes dead\, weak\, or crossing branches\, focusing energy on fewer\, stronger branches for a better harvest. Instructor Jonathan Faith will bring an apple tree\, pear tree\, nectarine tree\, and a plum tree to demonstrate how to prune each for fruit production. \nIn addition to demonstrating how to prune each variety of fruit tree\, Jonathan will discuss cross pollination\, fertilizers\, fungicide and insecticide sprays. \nThis seminar will take place in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center at 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030 \nInstructor: Jonathan Faith\nJonathan come from a deep history of being around a copious array of plants. For sixteen years\, Faith helped manage his family’s small orchard in Hubbard\, Oregon. They had many different varieties of fruit trees. \nJonathan is currently the store manager at Al’s Garden & Home in Gresham. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/pruning-fruit-trees/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-14-at-8.19.10 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240829T035902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T185437Z UID:10000185-1738864800-1738872000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Conifers Webinar DESCRIPTION:In this online course\, instructor Maryann Lewis will cover a variety of conifer basics\, from identifying their cultivar\, growth pattern\, and pruning approach. Learn fundamental pruning techniques for your favorite conifers including pines\, spruce\, hinoki and others\, and how to interpret each cultivar. This class will help you feel comfortable making pruning decisions so you can enjoy conifers even more. We highly recommend taking Maryann class on Sunday the 9th\, Pruning Conifers in the Garden. \nThis course will be recorded and available for two weeks. The link will be sent out Friday morning. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/fundamentals-of-conifers-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, 219 S Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/conifers.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maryann Lewis":MAILTO:maryann@maryannlewis.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240829T042844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T184927Z UID:10000186-1739095200-1739102400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Conifers - Onsite DESCRIPTION:This class will build upon the knowledge gained in ‘Pruning Fundamentals for Conifers’ on the 6th. It will be beneficial to take the Zoom class. We will look at various small conifers in and around Tsuru Island and apply useful techniques and strategies that can be used in any garden style. \nThis class will meet at GJG’s Tsuru Island. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/fundamentals-of-conifers-onsite/ LOCATION:GJG Tsuru Island\, 124 S Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97030\, United States CATEGORIES:Pruning Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241212T015720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T230923Z UID:10000195-1739278800-1739286000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Ikebana - February DESCRIPTION:What to Expect in the Workshop\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nSupplies and tools are onsite to borrow for the workshop. After you’ve worked on your arrangement\, you are encouraged to take a photo and then you will dismantle your work. The plant material is yours to take. If you wish to take your creation home in one piece\, or are interested in practicing ikebana further\, please consider purchasing a kensan and container at the workshop. See below. \nClass will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot adjacent to the building. \n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kenzan + Container – $25\nIn ikebana\, the two accessories used is a kenzan\, or some people say pin frog\, and a container. For basic arrangements a shallow container is appropriate. Because ikebana is a practiced art\, owning these accessories is a must to further your practice. \nAlso\, if you’d like to preserve the arrangement you created at the workshop\, these accessories are available for purchase at the workshop. $25 includes both. Only cash or check. NOTE: The cost of the workshop includes the use of the instructor’s kensan and container.  URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/introduction-to-ikebana-february/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Introduction to Ikebana,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T050543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T203519Z UID:10000191-1739624400-1739631600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - Feb Saturday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. Please bring your own pruners or snippers. \nFebruary’s subject matter will be a forcynthia shrub. Explore the different bonsai styles to show off the beautiful spring bloom. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-feb-saturday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T045355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T203126Z UID:10000190-1740056400-1740063600@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - Feb Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop with Mark Vossbrink. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. Please bring your own pruners or snippers. \n \nFebruary’s subject matter will be a forcynthia shrub. Explore the different bonsai styles to show off the beautiful spring bloom. \nCost: $40 per class\n2024 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-feb-thursday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bonsai-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240829T044324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T224412Z UID:10000187-1741284000-1741291200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to the Aesthetic Pruning Approach Webinar DESCRIPTION:Aesthetics are integral to the stewardship of trees in our gardens. In this online course learn to apply the aesthetic pruning approach to trees and shrubs\, including how to assess your plant material\, identify the role they play in your garden\, and develop a pruning plan to achieve your goals. Aesthetic pruning works in any garden style. \nThis class will be recorded and available to view for two weeks after class. The link will be sent out Friday morning. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/introduction-to-the-aesthetic-pruning-approach-zoom/ LOCATION:Zoom\, 219 S Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ORGANIZER;CN="Maryann Lewis":MAILTO:maryann@maryannlewis.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241212T022310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T231043Z UID:10000196-1741698000-1741705200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Ikebana - March DESCRIPTION:What to Expect in the Workshop\nIn this workshop\, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept\, techniques\, tools and equipment\, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects\, instructor Nana Bellerud will show you how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance\, contrast\, and negative space. \nSupplies and tools are onsite to borrow for the workshop. After you’ve worked on your arrangement\, you are encouraged to take a photo and then you will dismantle your work. The plant material is yours to take. If you wish to take your creation home in one piece\, or are interested in practicing ikebana further\, please consider purchasing a kensan and container at the workshop. See below. \nClass will be held in the Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, 219A S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR 97030. The building is located at the south end of Main City Park in Gresham\, OR. It is the last building closest to the Springwater Trail. There is a parking lot adjacent to the building. \n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kenzan + Container\nIn ikebana\, the two accessories used is a kenzan\, or some people say pin frog\, and a container. For basic arrangements a shallow container is appropriate. Because ikebana is a practiced art\, owning these accessories is a must to further your practice. \nAlso\, if you’d like to preserve the arrangement you created at the workshop\, these accessories are available for purchase at the workshop. $25 includes both. Only cash or check. NOTE: The cost of the workshop includes the use of the instructor’s kenzan and container.  URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/introduction-to-ikebana-march/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Introduction to Ikebana,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ikebana-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T051109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T184313Z UID:10000193-1742043600-1742050800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - March Saturday DESCRIPTION:March Project: Mugo pine grove on a flat stone.\nThe Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2025 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-march-saturday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/bonsai-header2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20241021T050839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T235954Z UID:10000192-1742475600-1742482800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - March Thursday DESCRIPTION:March Project: Mugo pine grove on a flat stone.\nThe Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience\, nobility\, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for Japanese culture. Therefore\, to understand bonsai\, you must learn and understand each of its core values ​​in order to experience it with a calm and open mind. \nExplore Gresham Japanese Garden’s Art of Bonsai workshop. Each month will be a different project in creating your own bonsai. The $40.00 cost includes all materials. A show and tell is part of the workshop\, so feel free to bring one of your pieces from home. \nPlease bring your own pruners or snippers. \nCost: $40 per class\n2025 Dates: Third Thursday or third Saturday of the month. Project is repeated.\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nPlace: The Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center\, the building at the south end of Main City Park. There is a parking lot near the building. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-march-thursday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/bonsai-header2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T000929 CREATED:20240101T235244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T233538Z UID:10000165-1742925600-1742931000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Growing and Caring for Blueberries DESCRIPTION:The Growing and Caring for Blueberries seminar will describe the main parts of a blueberry plant\, what soil conditions the plants favor\, how and when to fertilize blueberries\, the harvest times and show-and tell for various varieties\, pruning recommendations\, and responses to a couple common diseases that may occur. Lyla Hunt\, Co-manager of Al’s Garden & Home will also be bringing her wealth of knowledge and coupons to spend on re-stocking your blueberry crop. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/growing-and-caring-for-blueberries/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Free Seminars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/blueberries_jim.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR