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X-WR-CALNAME:Richmond · education · Wednesday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Botanical Drawing I DTSTART:20260903T140000Z DTEND:20261001T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T182743Z UID:10011706-1788429600-1790868600@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to provide foundational drawing skills and inspire a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world. Any age can learn to draw: marks on paper are all a drawing is\, and marks can be made on paper by anyone. Despite this\, not everyone takes the time to le arn how to draw. After all\, it isn’t easy to develop drawing skills wit hout dedicated time. \nThis class provides the time\, motivation and inspi ration for you to draw. You’ll learn to think like an artist\, get curio us\, ask questions\, and play — all while learning how to draw. We start with an overview of botanical art and learn about the benefits drawing pr ovides for the brain and our physiology. Drawing habits and dealing with t he inner critic are also discussed. \nUsing pencil marks on paper\, partic ipants explore sketchbook work\, basic line qualities\, light on forms\, a nd transforming reality into three-dimensional illusions. Sketching\, cont our drawing\, negative space\, and measured drawing are also covered. Expe rimentation\, questions\, and observations are encouraged in a relaxed and inspiring environment. \nThis is a beginner’s class. All are welcome to enroll. See class supply list below. \n\nFees: Member $274\, Non-Member $ 342 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our web site is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden f or all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportuniti es that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learni ng opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T182743Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/introduction-to-botanical-drawing-i- 3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011866-1790121600-1790207999@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_c ampaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beginner Koryu Ikebana DTSTART:20260923T140000Z DTEND:20260923T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T062622Z UID:10012757-1790157600-1790164800@www.lewisginter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging in which seasonal flowers\, branches\, and grasses are thoughtfully arranged in vases using established techniques and artistic principles. More than simply creating beautiful displays\, ikebana expresses the harmony between nature and humanity. A key feature of its design is the use of three main branches\, which form the foundation of each arrangement and symbolize ba lance and connection. \nIn this class\, students will learn the fundamenta ls of free style ikebana through the Koryu School\, a distinguished tradit ion with more than 250 years of history in Japan. Participants will explor e basic techniques\, design principles\, and the aesthetic philosophy of i kebana while creating their own unique arrangements. \n\nFees: Member $55\ , Non-Member $69 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration th rough our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learnin g opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewis ginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to h elp. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T062622Z URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/koryu-ikebana/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/learn/adult-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) DTSTART:20260923T220000Z DTEND:20260924T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180714Z UID:10000072-1790186400-1790197200@richmondspca.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Whether you're new to Trap-Neuter-Return or have years of expe rience\, this workshop is designed to help you improve your skills\, acces s valuable information and resources\, and increase your success trapping community cats. \nLearn the essential techniques\, safety practices\, and planning considerations needed to successfully trap\, transport\, and care for outdoor community cats through the TNR process. \nWorkshop Highlights : \n\n\nHands-On Training: Demonstrations of a wide variety of humane tr aps and proper trapping techniques.\nSite Planning & Preparation:   Gain practical advice and resources to help you solve common trapping challeng es and improve your success rate\, including equipment checklists\, site p reparation guides\, and tips for dealing with neighbor or neighborhood r esistance.\nField Tactics: Topics covered include how to scout locations\ , develop trapping schedules\, safely handle and transport cats\, and plan for contingencies.\nLearn from Experienced Trappers: Gain practical advi ce to help you solve a variety of trapping challenges and improve your suc cess rate.\n\n\nWhether you're trapping your first cat or managing large c olonies\, you'll leave with the knowledge\, confidence\, and resources to make your TNR efforts safer\, more effective\, and more successful. Attend ees will receive a digital certificate of completion. The workshop is 2 ho urs followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. The workshop is free\, but registration is required.  A pizza supper is included. \nInstructors: Peggy Lynch  and Jen Simunek are with SOS Cats RVA. They bring 30-plus years of collect ive TNR experience to this workshop instruction.  SOS Cats RVA is an all- volunteer trap\, neuter\, and return organization whose mission is to buil d a more humane community that embraces compassionate approaches to reduci ng feline overpopulation\, homelessness\, and needless suffering. In 2025\ , SOS Cats RVA facilitated TNR for over 400 community cats. \nREGISTER NOW ! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180714Z LOCATION:Richmond SPCA Auditorium\, 2519 Hermitage Road\, Richmond\, 23220 \, United States URL:https://richmondspca.org/upcoming-events/introduction-to-trap-neuter-v accinate-return-tnvr-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=richmond-va X-SOURCE-NAME:Richmond SPCA X-SOURCE-URL:https://richmondspca.org/upcoming-events/barkitecture END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR