BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gresham Japanese Garden - ECPv6.15.20//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: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:20250503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20240819T053153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T181759Z UID:10000182-1746277200-1746284400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Spring Candling and Maintenance on Pines DESCRIPTION:Learn all about the why’s and how’s to de-candle different cultivars of pines. Instructor Laura Dufala with Bentwood Tree Farm will explain the benefits and ramifications of de-candling several pine cultivars on Gresham Japanese Garden – Tsuru Island. This workshop is in person. Bring your gloves\, Laura may turn the class into a collaborative session. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/spring-candling-and-maintenance-on-pines/ LOCATION:GJG Tsuru Island\, 124 S Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97030\, United States CATEGORIES:Pruning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/bentwood-trees.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20250311T055056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T055210Z UID:10000216-1746277200-1746284400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Bonsai Critique - Afternoon Session DESCRIPTION:The ‘Bonsai Critique’ brings together bonsai enthusiasts for an in-depth critique session led by Gresham Japanese Garden’s newest instructor\, Bobby Curttright. Participants will present a tree for constructive feedback on aesthetics\, health\, and styling techniques. \nThroughout the critique\, Bobby will provide insights on refinement\, branch structure\, and long-term development strategies\, helping all students gain a deeper understanding of training\, health\, and development fostering an engaging and educational atmosphere. \nAttendees will leave with valuable knowledge and inspiration to enhance their trees\, making the event a rewarding experience for both beginners and seasoned practitioners. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/bonsai-critique-afternoon-session/ 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/2025/02/bonsai-header3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20240219T030622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T033457Z UID:10000172-1746871200-1746892800@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Spring 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/spring-pruning-at-vanport-international/ 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:20250515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20250228T050314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T043420Z UID:10000212-1747332000-1747339200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - May-Thursday DESCRIPTION:MAY AND SEPTEMBER PROJECTS: AIR LAYERING AND GROUND LAYERING FOR BONSAI\n🌱 Air Layering & Ground Layering Bonsai Workshop\nLocation: Gresham Japanese Garden – Kyoudou CenterMaterials Provided | Bring Your Bonsai Tools\nOverview\nLooking for an affordable and effective way to create your own bonsai tree? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn air layering—a technique that allows you to grow a new tree by separating a branch from an existing one. \nWe’ll cover several approaches to air layering\, discuss which tree species respond best\, and walk through how to plan your bonsai before separation. \nWe’ll also explore ground layering\, a related technique used to correct aesthetic issues on trees already in containers. Both methods will be demonstrated on real trees in our greenhouse\, and students will get to perform their own air layer. \n\n🌿 Note: Once you learn air layering\, you may start scouting branches all over the neighborhood! (Please get permission before layering someone else’s tree.) \n\nWhat’s Included\n\n✅ Expert instruction\n✅ Greenhouse demonstration\n✅ One-on-one guidance during hands-on practice\n✅ Follow-up class in September for separation and potting\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Part 2: Follow-Up Class – September\nIn September\, we’ll host a second class to check on your air layers and (if successful) guide you through the separation and potting process. To ensure everyone can participate—even if their first attempt doesn’t take—we’ll have extra air layers available. \nLimited spots available. Secure yours today! \n \n September Thursday's Class URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-may-thursday/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-05-04-at-10.08.25 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20240102T000043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T052536Z UID:10000167-1747476000-1747481400@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Creating Pollinator Habitat for your Garden and Home DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Judy Alleruzzo of Al’s Garden & Home from Gresham\, GJG volunteer Deb Peters will present a seminar about creating the perfect pollinator habitat at your own home and garden. You will learn how to preserve and protect certain types of native butterflies such as the Western Monarch. Learn the best ways to provide valuable nectar to all pollinators including bees\, moths and hummingbirds. Learn what\, how and where to plant pollinator friendly plants and how to avoid the use of pesticides. \nCoupons to Al’s will be distributed. \n. URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/pollinators/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:Free Seminars,Pollinators ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/butterfly.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20250228T051013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T175111Z UID:10000214-1747486800-1747494000@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:2025 The Art of Bonsai - May-Sat DESCRIPTION:Saturday May 17 – PART 1Saturday\, September 20 – PART 2\n🌱 Air Layering & Ground Layering Bonsai Workshop\nHands-on Class + Follow-Up Saturday\, September 20Location: Gresham Japanese GardenMaterials Provided | Bring Your Bonsai Tools \nOverview\nLooking for an affordable and effective way to create your own bonsai tree? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn air layering—a technique that allows you to grow a new tree by separating a branch from an existing one. \nWe’ll cover several approaches to air layering\, discuss which tree species respond best\, and walk through how to plan your bonsai before separation. \nWe’ll also explore ground layering\, a related technique used to correct aesthetic issues on trees already in containers. Both methods will be demonstrated on real trees in our greenhouse\, and students will get to perform their own air layer. \n\n🌿 Note: Once you learn air layering\, you may start scouting branches all over the neighborhood! (Please get permission before layering someone else’s tree.) \n\n \nWhat’s Included\n\n✅ Expert instruction\n✅ All specialty materials provided\n✅ Greenhouse demonstrations\n✅ One-on-one guidance during hands-on practice\n✅ Follow-up class in September for separation and potting\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Part 2: Follow-Up Class – September\nIn September\, we’ll host a second class to check on your air layers and (if successful) guide you through the separation and potting process. To ensure everyone can participate—even if their first attempt doesn’t take—we’ll have extra air layers available. \nLimited spots available. Secure yours today! \n \n September Sat. Class URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2025-the-art-of-bonsai-may-sat/ LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080 CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-05-04-at-10.08.25 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T145609 CREATED:20250119T231442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T052826Z UID:10000205-1747746000-1747753200@www.greshamjapanesegarden.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Ikebana - May 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.\nNOTE: The cost of the workshop includes the use of the instructor’s kensan and container.  URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/introduction-to-ikebana-may/ 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 END:VCALENDAR