Adult Education - New York Botanical Garden
Adult Education - New York Botanical Garden
Adult Education - New York Botanical Garden
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BotanY<br />
Electives (cont.)<br />
sYstematic BotanY<br />
7 wednesdays, Sept. 5–Oct. 24 (no class Sept. 26),<br />
Exam Nov. 7, 5:30–8:30 p.m.<br />
131BOT432, NYBG, Susan Pell, Ph.D.<br />
Survey bryophytes, ferns, lycophytes, gymnosperms,<br />
and major families of the angiosperms<br />
(flowering plants), the dominant group of plants<br />
on Earth today. Learn the characters and principles<br />
used to classify them, newly recognized<br />
higher order groupings of species, evolutionary<br />
trends in reproductive and vegetative structures,<br />
and recently reconstructed evolutionary histories<br />
(phylogenies) of plants. Prerequisite: Morphology<br />
of Flowering Plants–BOT 431.<br />
$483/$453<br />
medical BotanY<br />
6 Tuesdays, Sept. 11–Oct. 23<br />
(no class Sept. 25), 6–8 p.m.<br />
131BOT470, Manhattan, Ursula Basch<br />
6 Saturdays, Jan. 26–March 9<br />
(no class feb. 16), 2–4 p.m.<br />
133BOT470 Section A, NYBG, Ursula Basch<br />
In this introduction to herbalism, learn about<br />
herbal traditions as well as specific foods and<br />
plants to optimize health. Study the medicinal<br />
properties of plants used for the digestive, respiratory,<br />
and circulatory systems, as well as proper<br />
methods for herbal cultivation, harvesting, and<br />
storage to protect herbal efficacy. Basic herbal<br />
preparations such as teas, poultices, and soaks<br />
are discussed. Students learn to prepare simple<br />
herbal formulas. Please note that general plant<br />
actions (for example, carminatives, cholagogues,<br />
expectorants) are covered. Detailed phytochemistry<br />
of medicinal plants is not discussed in this<br />
class. It is strongly recommended that students<br />
also take Herbal Preparations: Workshop–<br />
WEL 903.<br />
$290/$262 (Includes a $10 Materials Fee)<br />
Botany classes are presented for<br />
informational purposes only and are<br />
not intended for self-medication.<br />
Just for Fun Classes<br />
ECOLOGY wALK: EXPLORiNG THE THAiN fAMiLY<br />
forest<br />
Sunday, Oct. 14, 2–5 p.m.<br />
132BOT136, NYBG, Nancy Slowik<br />
Observe and describe native tree and shrub<br />
species in the <strong>Garden</strong>’s 50-acre Forest as they<br />
relate to topography, varying degrees of shade,<br />
and drought tolerance. Other topics include plant<br />
ecology, changes in the Forest over time, and<br />
recent efforts to eliminate invasive species. This<br />
walk takes place rain or shine.<br />
$57/$51<br />
patterns of nature<br />
Saturday, Nov. 3, 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.<br />
132BOT205, NYBG, Judy Glattstein<br />
Have you ever wondered at the arrangement of a<br />
honeycomb, the way a vine twines, or the growth<br />
of a seashell? Structure in nature has evolved<br />
toward efficiency. Following precise mathematical<br />
patterns, we find beauty in the orderly arrangement<br />
of crystals, the spirals of the galaxy, the<br />
cracking pattern in mud, and the shape of a<br />
soap bubble. This class provides a thoroughly<br />
illustrated and illuminating look at some of these<br />
patterns. Please bring lunch.<br />
$76/$68<br />
Students get connected to<br />
nature through up-close study<br />
and exploration of plants.<br />
<strong>New</strong>! fROM GRAPES TO wiNE: iTALiAN STYLE<br />
Saturday, Sept. 29, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.<br />
131BOT211, NYBG, Mary Menniti<br />
Learn to make wine the traditional way with winemaking<br />
equipment that is 100 years old. Take<br />
part in a demonstration of crushing and pressing<br />
grapes and preparing them for fermentation.<br />
Learn how to make other products such as<br />
wine vinegar and mosto cotto, an Italian dessert<br />
syrup, that have historically been produced as<br />
part of the wine-making process. The class will<br />
also include a visit to a classic Italian vegetable<br />
garden in the Arthur Avenue area where grapes<br />
are grown.<br />
$47/$42<br />
<strong>New</strong>! Bird-Watching for Beginners<br />
Thursday, Oct. 11, 6:15–8:15 p.m., Manhattan, and<br />
2 Sundays, Oct. 14 & 21, 12–2 p.m., Off site<br />
132BOT212 Section A, Manhattan and Off site,<br />
Debbie Becker<br />
Saturday, Oct. 20, 1–3 p.m., NYBG, and 2 Saturdays,<br />
Oct. 27 & Nov. 3, 1–3 p.m., Off site<br />
132BOT212 Section B, NYBG and Off site,<br />
Debbie Becker<br />
Learn the basics of this fascinating hobby, right in<br />
the heart of <strong>New</strong> <strong>York</strong> City: how to identify different<br />
types of birds in the metropolitan area, how<br />
to create a life list, the best binoculars to use,<br />
and which guide books to buy. Discover locations<br />
in Manhattan and the other boroughs that you<br />
can visit to observe birds. Dress for the weather.<br />
$114/$103<br />
Need advice on courses? Please call 718.817.8594 or e-mail BOTCoordinator@nybg.org
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