Sprouts in the Greenhouse--2010
Children’s Horticultural Classes (Ages 5-10) 

Phelan Gardens believes through gardening and nature, so much can be learned.  Exploration, responsibility, patience, nurturing, and the joy of bringing to life something that you cared for. 

With that in mind, Phelan Gardens will offer “Sprouts in the Greenhouse” for children ages 5-10 years who will get the opportunity to participate in fun, educational programs that teach gardening, nature and the enjoyment of plants. 

Classes will begin in April and will meet the first Saturday of each month at 10:30a.m.  Cost of the class is $5 per participant. 

To ensure adequate supplies, reserving a spot for your child is strongly encouraged by calling the nursery at 574-8058 at least two days before each session. 

Spring Sessions include:  

April 3^rd    Sprouts in the Greenhouse -- The Amazing World of Plants!
10:00 -- 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

Sprouts in the Greenhouse is a Horticultural Gardening Series designed for children (ages 5-10 years old).  These classes are offered April through  December, meeting the first Saturday of each month.  This first class is an introduction to plants offering children a hand-on understanding of roots, stems, and leaves.   Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by April 1^st. 

May 1^st    Sprouts in the Greenhouse-- Planting the Children’s Garden
10:00 -- 10:45               Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

Kids will be provided seeds and veggies to plant in the Children’s Garden.
This hands-on class will help children understand mature height and spread of plants (spacing) and planting strategies for different veggies.  Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by April 29^th.

June 5^th               Sprouts in the Greenhouse-- The Magic of Herbs
10:00 -- 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

Children will learn about many different herbs used for culinary and aroma therapy.
Each child will make their sachet of herbs for continued enjoyment.  Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by June 3^rd.

Summer Sessions include:

July 3^rd             Bugs, Butterflies, and Crawlers
10:00 -- 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

This basic entomology class will have children exploring those creatures that live quietly nearby.  A walk through our nursery will help children discover the beneficial insects and their habitat.  Kids will take home their very own mystery creatures to observe and enjoy.  Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by July 1^st. 

August 7^th        Creating with Plant Dyes
10:00 -- 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

Colorful dyes will be extracted from various fruits for kids to use to create their own tie-dye expressions.  Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by August 5th. 

September 4^th               It’s a Harvest Party
10:00 -- 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5 per child

It is time to harvest veggies from the Sprouts Garden!  Both produce and seed will  be harvested for our harvest party.  Discussion will include putting the garden to bed for the winter.  Please call Phelan Gardens at 574-8058 to register by September 2^nd.

Fall Sessions include:

October 23^rd      Sprouts in the Greenhouse- Pumkin Decorating
10:00-10:45                   Phelan Gardens           $5 per child (6-10 years old)

Bring your painting clothes as we will search for the perfect pumpkin and adorn it with paint, sparkles, feathers and more!  Please register by October 21^st by calling  574-8058.

November 6^th    Sprouts in the Greenhouse –   Tropical Rainforest
10:00 – 10:45                Phelan Gardens           $5/Child  (6 – 10 Years Old)

Children will learn about rainforests and the plants that make up the canopy and forest floor!  The activity will have kids creating their own miniature forest in a terrarium to enjoy at home.  Please register by November 4^th by calling 574-8058. 

December 4^th     Sprouts in the Greenhouse – Holiday Fun!
10:00 – 10:45    Phelan Gardens           $5/Child  (6 – 10 Years Old) 

 This activity will have kids creating two ornaments using items from nature.  Sharing snacks and fun, this concludes the Sprouts Class for 2010!   Please register by December 2^nd by calling 574-8058.