cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 59 The Magic of Magnesium NEW! Are you battling insomnia or struggling with restless leg syndrome, age-related sleep changes or joint pain? If so, this class is for you. Join us in this fun and informative class on the miracle mineral Magnesium Chloride! We will combine magnesium along with additional botanicals and essential oils to create relaxing products that will assist in a restful night’s sleep. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Sat, Oct 25 | 12-2 pm | $40/1 | 143394 Bowen Park Complex Face Value - A Skincare Regime NEW! From acne to rosacea, create natural facial care that is food for the skin. Customize face products to meet your individual needs. Take home a chamomile cleanser, an alpha hydroxy skin toner, papaya oatmeal facial scrub and a vitamin C and aloe cream. Recipes for hydrating facial spray and a wholesome facial mask are also included. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Sat, Oct 25 | 2:30-4:30 pm | $40/1 | 143395 Bowen Park Complex Goat and Oat Milk Soap Making NEW! Learn to make goat milk soap using fresh, raw, unprocessed milk from a local farm. In class, you will learn the delicate process of incorporating this perishable ingredient into soap while maintaining the benefits of the lactic acid. Goat milk contains alpha-hydroxy acids which help remove dead skin cells from your skin’s surface. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Sat, Feb 7 | 9-11:30 am | $40/1 | 149937 Bowen Park Complex Creams, Lotions & Infused Body Oil Do you struggle with eczema, psoriasis or rosacea? Customize your own creams and lotions that address your skin type and/or skin problems. Making your own creams and lotions using organic oils, butters and botanicals is fun, affordable and effective. The beauty of making your own products is knowing exactly what ingredients are being used for healthy and hydrated skin. Make and take home a vitamin packed cream, an aloe vera moisturizer, a rejuvenating facial oil and an herbal infused body oil. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Sat, Feb 7 | 12-2:30 pm | $40/1 | 149938 Bowen Park Complex Kiss & Make Up - Mineral Cosmetics Create mineral makeup for a fraction of the cost using earth elements, butters, oils, waxes and pre-blended bases. Make a lip gloss, lipstick, mineral eye shadow and a mineral eye liner. Learn alternatives to toxic chemicals that are in mainstream cosmetics. Discussions on blending colours, mineral make up benefits and ingredient knowledge is also included. Instructor: Cheryl Theilade Sat, Feb 7 | 3-5 pm | $40/1 | 149939 Bowen Park Complex Nanaimo River Watershed & Water Treatment Plant Bus Tour Come see the amazing journey our drinking water takes from the mountains to our homes. Enjoy an exclusive guided tour of the Nanaimo watershed followed by a tour of Nanaimo’s innovative Water Treatment Plant. Experts from City of Nanaimo and Mosaic will be on hand to discuss forestry, water quality, future plans and answer questions. Don’t forget to take photos! Fri, Sep 26 | 9 am-3:30 pm | $20/1 | 149889 Fri, Mar 20 | 9 am-3:30 pm | $20/1 | 149892 South Fork Water Treatment Centre (2500 South Fork Rd) Wellsmart Workshop NEW! Join representatives from Island Health and the Ministry of Water, Land and Natural Resource Stewardship for this informative session on private well water care. Learn about well maintenance, source protection, water testing and treatment options and strategies for managing during drought conditions. Thu, Oct 30 | 6-8 pm | FREE | 151361 Beban Park Social Centre Winter Plant Protection Learn simple, budget-friendly ways to protect your garden from extreme winter weather. This class covers cold frames, cloches and other techniques to help vegetables and tender plants thrive through unpredictable Island winters. It will also include follow-up resources for continued learning. This workshop is outside, so please dress for the weather. Instructor: Connie Kuramoto Sun, Oct 5 | 1-3 pm | $20/1 | 151792 Pine Street Community Garden Basic Fruit Tree Pruning Our expert pruner will show you how to care for young and old fruit trees and grape vines in your yard. This is the workshop to attend to get hands-on learning in basic pruning techniques. Bring a camera or notebook and questions for this hands-on workshop. Dress for the weather. Instructor: Scott Wiskerke Sun, Oct 19 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 151786 Beaufort Food Forest (St. George St or Beaufort Dr) Sat, Oct 25 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 151789 Pine Street Community Garden Advanced Fruit Tree Pruning If you have some pruning experience or have taken an earlier class, this workshop can show you how to work on pest control, dormant oil spraying and other more complex tree care. There will be plenty of time for your questions. Instructor: Scott Wiskerke Sun, Nov 2 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 151794 Beaufort Food Forest (St. George St or Beaufort Dr) Sat, Nov 8 | 10 am-12 pm | $20/1 | 151793 Pine Street Community Garden Composting Made Easy Learn how to compost successfully without attracting pests or creating a mess. This hands-on workshop covers what to compost, how to layer materials and tips for turning food and yard waste into rich soil. It also includes alternatives for small spaces and a handout for reference. This workshop is outside, so please dress for the weather. Instructor: Connie Kuramoto Sun, Oct 19 | 1-3 pm | $20/1 | 151791 Pine Street Community Garden Let’s Propagate More Plants Did you know that fall can be the ideal time to propagate some of our favourite food plants? Come and learn the techniques to take cuttings of grapes, currants, blueberries, thornless blackberries and more. You will take home a few packs of cuttings with instructions for their ongoing care. We will provide you with propagation media and pots, as well as plant materials to take cuttings from, but feel free to bring your own plant materials as well. Please bring secateurs. Instructor: Connie Kuramoto Sun, Oct 26 | 1-3 pm | $20/1 | 151782 Beban Learning Gardens
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