Adults and children ages 3 to 5 work together while learning about nature, shapes, colors, ABC’s, and 123’s. Each child will create a craft, enjoy a snack, and experience a short garden excursion.

Each registration is good for one child and one adult.
Members $8, Non-members $18

Seeds

Wednesday, December 2 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.

We’ll talk about how plants grow and the many different types of seeds and bulbs. Pre-registration is required by November 30.

Parts of a Plant

Wednesday, January 6 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 7 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.

This month's class focuses on the Conservatory. We'll talk about the different parts of a plant and how we, as humans, use different parts of a plant. Pre-registration is required by December 31.

Trees

Wednesday, February 3 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, February 4 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.

This month's class focuses on the Conservatory or arboretum (depending upon weather). We’ll talk about different kinds of trees and use tree cookies to explore them closer. Pre-registration is required by January 29.

Garden Art

Wednesday, March 3 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 4 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.

This month's class focuses on the different gardens within Lauritzen Gardens. Lil’ Sprouts will complete a few different art projects using various pieces of the garden. Pre-registration is required by February 26.

Leaves

Wednesday, April 7 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, April 8 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.

This month's class focuses on the arboretum. We'll talk about the purpose of leaves and showcase the different leaves of our arboretum. Pre-registration is required by April 2.

Insect Safari

Wednesday, May 5 | 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, May 6 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.

This month's class focuses on the Victorian Garden. We'll go on safari to find the various insects that find their homes here at Lauritzen. Pre-registration is required by April 30.

Register online or call (402) 346-4002, ext. 253. Classes are held on select Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Thursdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m.