There may be announcements here when there are local training classes being offered, and training opportunities may be on the Events Calendar, as well.

Working Wicca 2009

Wicca Classes For A New Age

Lady Bridget - Fort Lauderdale, Florida (ladybridget at comcast dot net)

Spelcastor - Fort Lauderdale, Florida (spelcastor at aol dot com)

Canu - Miami, Florida (mic at spicymango dot org)

Hand To Hand, by Silverbranch

In Her Sacred Space, by Lady Bridget

Voices of the Goddess, by Lady Bridget and the Belladonnas

These artists can be contacted through their websites also!  Follow the links, above...

 

 

Check out the Miami Beach Botanical Garden's series of workshops and lectures

These programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, and the City of Miami Beach Department of Tourism and Cultural Development, Office of Cultural Affairs, and the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commissioners.

Miami Beach Botanical Garden

2000 Convention Center Drive

For information: www.mbgarden.org

305-673-7256 Ext 203

 

September Sizzles At Miami Beach Botanical Garden 2000 Convention Center Drive  

 

Friday, October 22 The Great Table on the Great Lawn

Reserve now for The Great Table on the Great Lawn, a reception and dinner under the full, harvest moon that showcases locally grown and organic foods, esteemed regional growers and producers, a stellar guest chef and distinctive culinary experience. Celebrated chef Ken Lyon of Fratelli Lyon Restaurant and Lyon + Lyon Catering will prepare a five-course menu served on a grand table on the Garden's Great Lawn. Exceptional wines from Mattebella Vineyards on Long Island's North Fork will be paired with each course on an extensive menu designed to highlight locally harvested seafood, seasonal fruit and vegetables, locally raised organic meats, cheese and dairy products from Florida farms. At $100 per person (ask about members discount) the event and will raise funds for landscape features in the Garden's new design by acclaimed landscape architect Raymond Jungles. For reservations, call 305-673-7256 Ext 206.

 

Saturday, September 4 / 10AM to 4PM Digital Printing Workshop

Fotomission presents a workshop on the use of inkjet printers for color and black and white digital output. Students will learn to test digital inkjet paper and ink combinations to optimize image and printer settings. For information, fees and registration www.fotomission.org or call 305-532-4855.  

 

Saturday, September 11 / 10AM to Noon Rain Barrel & Water Conservation Workshop

Exploring ways to conserve water? Find out about rain barrels from the Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension Service. Lecture is free. To take a rain barrel home, fee is $45. Reservation required. Call 305-248-3311 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

Saturday, September 11 / 8 to 10 PM Elusive Landscape Video Installation     

Elusive Landscape video installation by artist Dinorah de Jesús Rodriguez will be projected at the Great Lawn for one night only. For photos and information: elusivelandscape.blogspot.com

 

Saturday, September 18 / 10AM to Noon Grow Local, Eat Local

Native plant authority David McLean will discuss edible landscapes with herbs, heirloom plants and species that greeted Florida's pioneers. He combines history with botanical expertise and Florida folklore. Herbs, vegetable seedlings and native plants for sale.

 

Sunday, September 19 / 10AM to 3PM Using Adobe Lightroom

Fotomission presents an a workshop on Adobe Lightroom, the image management and RAW processing application for photographers. Explore ways to create incredible images with state-of-the-art nondestructive editing tools. Manage your images and showcase your artwork in elegant print layouts, slide shows, web galleries, and popular photo-sharing sites. For information, fees and registration www.fotomission.org or call 305-532-4855.

 

Saturday, Sept. 25 / 9AM to 4PM Cactus & Succulent Show and Sale

The South Florida Cactus and Succulent Society presents its fall plant show and sale with specialized vendors and many species. Along with demonstrations on the care and feeding of these prickly plants at 10AM Corine Ferré will lecture on their versatility for landscape, medicines and food.

 

Sunday, Sept. 26 / Digital Black-and-White Photography Workshop

Fotomission presents a workshop that explores the many ways of visualizing a subject and using the camera's controls and Photoshop for impressive black-and-white prints. Learn about composition, light metering techniques, exposure for black-and-white photography, and Photoshop conversions and adjustments. For information, fees and registration www.fotomission.org or call 305-532-4855.

 

September 29 / 7 to 10PM Lights, Camera, Murder

Mystery on the Menu presents Lights, Camera, Murder! A movie studio is shooting a movie and someone is going to be shot! A one woman interactive murder mystery play with Barbara Fox. Tickets at $20 include mystery, wine and chocolate. Audience members participate, share clues, and help solve the crime. Reservations required. Telephone 305-864-2430.

 

Every Thursday / 6:30 to 7:30PM Miami Beach Toastmasters

Whether you want to polish your professional presentations, engage your social circle with greater ease, or champion your community cause, effective communication is essential. Your desire to become better today than you were yesterday is all you need to join Miami Beach Toastmasters at the Garden. For over 85 years, Toastmasters international has helped 100,000's of people just like to you to speak, lead and succeed. www.miamibeachtoastmasters.com

 

These programs receive support from the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Commissioners,  the Department of Cultural Affairs and Cultural Affairs Council, and City of Miami Beach Department of Tourism and Cultural Development, Mayor and City Commissioners.   Miami Beach Botanical Garden 2000 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.mbgarden.org