Chicago Botanic Garden Summer 2019

64 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. Energy Medicine Practice for Wellness Energy medicine empowers you to work with your body’s electromagnetic energy to improve health. It builds on Western science while drawing from Eastern disciplines such as acupuncture, yoga, and qi gong. Learn simple exercises for stress relief and boosting your immune system. Exercises can be modified for those with limited mobility. Devi Stern, M.S., energy healer, and author of Ener- gy Healing with the Kabbalah, Integrating Ancient Jewish Mysticism with Modern Energetic Practices Choose from two class levels: Energy Medicine Practice for Beginners $96/$120 | Classroom 1, Learning Center 6 Tuesdays, June 18 – July 23, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or Energy Medicine Practice for Wellness Prerequisite: Energy Medicine Practice for Beginners or instructor approval $96/$120 | Classroom 1, Learning Center 6 Tuesdays, June 18 – July 23, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Laugh it Off with Laughter Yoga Laughter is the best medicine. This fun, inter- active workshop combines simulated laughter exercises with breathing techniques to produce a wide range of physical, psychological, and emotional benefits. Medical research shows even if you pretend to laugh, your body pro- duces “happiness chemicals.” Suitable for all fitness levels. Dress for comfort. This class may be taken multiple times. Debbie Friend, M.S., owner LifeCurrents $20/$25 | Linnaeus Room, Regenstein Center Saturday, June 22, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. or Saturday, July 13, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. or Saturday, September 14, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Tai Chi Basics for the Weekend Tai chi is a low-impact, slow-motion practice with health benefits such as increased range of motion, improved balance, and increased energy. Explore gentle postures and exercises designed to improve your well-being. This class may be practiced seated, and may be taken multiple times. Dress for the weather. Gordon Lock and Way Sun, instructors $124/$155 | Grainger Gallery, Plant Science Center 8 Saturdays, July 6 – August 24, 9 – 10 a.m. New! Flower Power Package Join Deborah Lee, Ph.D., holistic health practi- tioner, in an exploration of the history, science, and tradition supporting flowers and herbs as a powerful wellness modality. Register for both sessions at once and save ten percent. $214.20/$267.75 New! Wise Use of Medicinal Herbs See, touch, smell, and taste common ways to use herbal preparations including dried, capsules, teas, decoctions, infusions, salves, tinctures, syrups, poultices, essential oils, and flower rem- edies/essences. Make four items for an herbal first-aid kit to take home and receive reference materials and recipes for long-term use. $139/$173.75 | Classroom 1, Learning Center Saturday, July 27, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. New! Exploring Flower Essences Flower essence, or flower remedy, is an un- scented, herbal infusion made from the flow- ering part of a plant. Explore botanical families, form, color, geometry, fragrance, texture, taste, medicinal and herbal uses, chemistry, and folklore. Take home your personalized flower remedy. Please bring a lunch. $99/$123.75 | Classroom 1, Learning Center Sunday, July 28, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Kurtis Conservation Foundation The Kurtis Conservation Foundation (KCF) has invited the Chicago Botanic Garden to offer courses set on the extensive grounds of the Foundation and at Mettawa Manor & Gardens, built in 1927 and now the part-time residence of Bill Kurtis and Donna LaPietra. Classes will be held outside when at KCF. Guided Outdoor Silent Retreat Unplug from technology, take in the beauty of your outdoor surroundings, and experience si- lence. This retreat includes time for structured, intentional dialogue; periods of guided, seated meditation; and ample solo time for silence and reflective walking. Juliet Liu Waite, minister and counselor $120/$150 | Kurtis Conservation Foundation, Mettawa Manor Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Photography Workshop at Kurtis Conservation Foundation Spend a day photographing this magnificent 1929 manor house, gardens, and grounds. Instruction includes suggested photo venues, camera settings, and techniques. During the second class, review and critique images from the first day with the class and instructor. You should have a working knowledge of your camera’s controls and lens settings. A tripod is strongly encouraged; DSLR camera required. Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $148/$185 | Kurtis Conservation Foundation, Mettawa Manor Thursday, September 5, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Monday, September 9, 9 a.m. – noon Yoga and Meditation Retreat Enjoy a state of relaxation and reconnecting with nature through activities like breathing exercises, gentle yoga, journaling, and medita- tion. All are welcome. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $120/$150 | Kurtis Conservation Foundation, Mettawa Manor Friday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Regenstein School | Adult Education