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 Annual Winter Silhouettes Exhibit presented by Baikoen Bonsai Kenkyukai

Take a peek here at this video to see what you'll enjoy at this exquisite display of  miniature trees in their leafless glory. Demonstrations both days. Bonsai, pre-bonsai, pots, and tools for sale

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Come explore the seasonal wonders of the Arboretum in this special parent/child education series where caregivers and their little ones sing, play, and explore the bounty of nature together.

Each new 6-week session features a different theme with new and exciting explorations of the unfolding seasonal changes in the gardens.

Join us with your little one or the whole family.

Designed for children 0-5 years old; older siblings warmly welcome.

Upcoming Session:

Winter Wonderland: Jan 11- Feb 15 Sundays 9:15-10:15am

SOLD OUT!

Step into the cozy winter woodland at the Arboretum! Over six weeks, parents and children will celebrate the season through circle-time storytelling, movement, and hands-on nature crafts. Together, families will explore snowy animals, discover cozy nests, and experience the frosty rhythms of winter. Every gathering invites wonder, curiosity, and joyful moments in nature’s own winter classroom.

Join us to connect, create, and marvel at the magic of winter, surrounded by the beauty of trees, wildlife, and each other.

 

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“Acorns & Oaks” classes are taught by Betsy Edelberg (founder of Playgroup LA) who has taught hundreds of parents and children over 17 years! Betsy holds 3 degrees in Child Development. She has certifications in Children’s Yoga, Brain Gym, and training in Waldorf Early Child Education. Instagram: @playgrouplosangeles Website: www.playgrouplosangeles.com Questions? Please contact Brooke Applegate at brooke.applegate@arboretum.org

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CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY Cancellations requested up to two weeks in advance of the session start date will receive a full refund. Cancellations requested less than two weeks in advance of the session start date do not qualify for a refund. We do not offer credits or makeup dates. The Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the class non-viable. If the Arboretum cancels a class, registrants will be offered a full refund. [post_title] => Acorns and Oaks: Seasonal Explorations [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => acornandoaks [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-01-07 14:11:01 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-01-07 22:11:01 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=59426 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3630790 [meta_value] => 2026-01-18 09:15:00 [day] => 18 [time] => 9:15AM [theRow] => 55 ) [2] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 792 [post_author] => 3 [post_date] => 2025-11-17 10:00:17 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-11-17 18:00:17 [post_content] =>

 Annual Winter Silhouettes Exhibit presented by Baikoen Bonsai Kenkyukai

Take a peek here at this video to see what you'll enjoy at this exquisite display of  miniature trees in their leafless glory. Demonstrations both days. Bonsai, pre-bonsai, pots, and tools for sale

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Come join us for an open studio experience designed to practice and refine the art of botanical illustration. Under the guidance of instructor Cristina Baltayian, participants will explore colored pencil, graphite, pen and ink, and watercolor, working on a variety of papers, vellum, and other surfaces. The class emphasizes close plant observation, drawing and composition, color theory and color matching, and the unique techniques of each medium. This supportive, exploratory studio setting is ideal for building skills, deepening practice, and experimenting with materials.

Tuesdays 10am-2pm (4-week sessions)

 January Session: January 6, January 13, January 20, January 27 

February Session: February 3, February 10, February 17, February 24 

Class Details: -Class is held in the Oak Room, directly under the Peacock Cafe. -If you are a new student, please contact the instructor about the supply list so she can help tailor materials to your existing supplies and personal interests. Cristina Baltayian: cbaltayian@yahoo.com or education@arboretum.org

Suggested Supply List: - Graphite Pencils, B, 2H, 4H -Spiral bound sketch pad, 10x14 or larger -Tracing paper pad, 10x14 or larger -OTT portable light, with True Color or Daylight Bulb -Kneaded Eraser -Retractable mechanical eraser -Pencil Sharpener -Exacto Knife -Scissors -Magnifying Glass -Artist Tape Suggested Book: - Botanical Illustration Course with The Eden Project Rosie Martin and Meriel Thursten

About The Instructor: Cristina Baltayian has been a botanical artist for 25 years. She has a Botanical Illustration course certificate from Cornell University.  She is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, and the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California.

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Thursdays; 10:30-11am 

For children from infants to 5 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This not a drop-off program. Members free; included in paid admission. Registration is not required.

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