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SUMMARY:Walk on the Wild Side
DESCRIPTION:Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour\nAges 12+ \nSunday\, February 1\, 2026  |  10:00 AM- 11:30 AM\nSunday\, March 22\, 2026  |  10:00 AM- 11:30 AM\nSunday\, April 12\, 2026  |  10:00 AM- 11:30 AM \n  \nCost: FREE \nRegister for Walk on the Wild Side Here \n  \nAbout this Workshop\nJoin the Bayard Cutting Arboretum staff on a guided walking tour of Paradise Island. We’ll explore this unique coastal ecosystem and watch for wildlife. Discussion will revolve around the diversity of plant & wildlife\, and habitat conservation. This program will include up to 1.5 miles of walking on uneven terrain. This tour is recommended for ages 12 and over. \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\n2. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, Cody Dix\, via Email: Cody.Dix@parks.ny.gov \n 
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/walk-on-the-wild-side/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spherealism: Finding Your Artistic Voice
DESCRIPTION:Painting accredited to: Sfera Louis  Spherealism: Finding Your Artistic Voice\nAdult Education (Ages 16+) \nWednesdays\, January 14\, 2026 – February 11\, 2026  |  11:30 AM – 1:30 PM \nCost: $225 per series \n \nENROLL IN THE SPHEREALISM HERE\n\nAbout this Spherealism Workshop\n\n\n\n\nIn this 5-week series\, students will learn a unique three-step intuitive painting process. This process aims to guide students towards finding their unique artistic voice while taking inspiration from the surrounding Bayard Cutting Arboretum environment. Sfera Louis is a lifelong artist and painter from New York City who has guided hundreds of painting classes. Using a playful and judgement-free approach\, she helps budding or blocked artists get out of their heads and open the pathway to creativity. \nSupplies are not included in the cost of the workshop. Please see the supply list below. All skill levels are welcome! \n\n  \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review \nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nRequired Supplies: \n\n12×16” Canvas (set of five)\n\nCan be stretched\, panels or sheets of any brand\n\n\nAssorted Acrylic Paint Brushes\n\nRecommended Brands: Royal & Langnickel: White Taklon or synthetic brands\n\n\nRound brushes (sizes 2\, 6\, and 10)\nFlat brushes (1/2“\, 1”\, and 2”)\nFine detail brushes\nAcrylic Paint\n\nRecommended Brands: Liquitex Basics\, Windsor Newton\, or Golden\n\nUltramarine Blue\, Quinacridone Magenta\, Cadmium Yellow (Light Hue)\, Mars Black\, Titanium White. These are our primary colors.\n\n\n\n\nPaint Palette\n\nCan use palette paper\, any plastic palette\, or a coated paper plate.\n\n\nPalette Knife\nPaper Towels\n\nOptional Supplies: \n\nMasterson Sta-Wet Palette\n\nThis is a great product that will keep your mixed paints wet for up to a week!\n\n\nAdditional Paint Brushes\n\nScumbling brush (rough hog hair-like brushes for texture and fur)\, mop head (soft blending brushes)\, assortment of filbert\, angled\, and/or fan brushes.\n\n\nAdditional Paint Colors (More colors mean less mixing!)\n\nCadmium Yellow (Medium Hue)\, Cadmium Red (Medium Hue)\, Phthalo Blue\, Sap Green\, Burnt Sienna\, Yellow Ochre\, Raw Umber\, and Dioxazine Purple.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust; fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via Email: KT.Williamson@parks.ny.gov \n 
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/spherealism-finding-your-artistic-voice/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Spherealism: Finding Your Artistic Voice
DESCRIPTION:Painting accredited to: Sfera Louis  Spherealism: Finding Your Artistic Voice\nAdult Education (Ages 16+) \nWednesdays\, January 14\, 2026 – February 11\, 2026  |  11:30 AM – 1:30 PM \nCost: $225 per series \n \nENROLL IN THE SPHEREALISM HERE\n\nAbout this Spherealism Workshop\n\n\n\n\nIn this 5-week series\, students will learn a unique three-step intuitive painting process. This process aims to guide students towards finding their unique artistic voice while taking inspiration from the surrounding Bayard Cutting Arboretum environment. Sfera Louis is a lifelong artist and painter from New York City who has guided hundreds of painting classes. Using a playful and judgement-free approach\, she helps budding or blocked artists get out of their heads and open the pathway to creativity. \nSupplies are not included in the cost of the workshop. Please see the supply list below. All skill levels are welcome! \n\n  \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review \nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nRequired Supplies: \n\n12×16” Canvas (set of five)\n\nCan be stretched\, panels or sheets of any brand\n\n\nAssorted Acrylic Paint Brushes\n\nRecommended Brands: Royal & Langnickel: White Taklon or synthetic brands\n\n\nRound brushes (sizes 2\, 6\, and 10)\nFlat brushes (1/2“\, 1”\, and 2”)\nFine detail brushes\nAcrylic Paint\n\nRecommended Brands: Liquitex Basics\, Windsor Newton\, or Golden\n\nUltramarine Blue\, Quinacridone Magenta\, Cadmium Yellow (Light Hue)\, Mars Black\, Titanium White. These are our primary colors.\n\n\n\n\nPaint Palette\n\nCan use palette paper\, any plastic palette\, or a coated paper plate.\n\n\nPalette Knife\nPaper Towels\n\nOptional Supplies: \n\nMasterson Sta-Wet Palette\n\nThis is a great product that will keep your mixed paints wet for up to a week!\n\n\nAdditional Paint Brushes\n\nScumbling brush (rough hog hair-like brushes for texture and fur)\, mop head (soft blending brushes)\, assortment of filbert\, angled\, and/or fan brushes.\n\n\nAdditional Paint Colors (More colors mean less mixing!)\n\nCadmium Yellow (Medium Hue)\, Cadmium Red (Medium Hue)\, Phthalo Blue\, Sap Green\, Burnt Sienna\, Yellow Ochre\, Raw Umber\, and Dioxazine Purple.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust; fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via Email: KT.Williamson@parks.ny.gov \n 
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/spherealism-finding-your-artistic-voice/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip Workshop\nFriday\, February 13\, 2026   |   6:00 – 8:00 PM \nSaturday\, February 14\, 2026   |   6:00 – 8:00 PM \nAges 21+ \n  \nCost: $75 per person \nENROLL IN PAINT & SIP WORKSHOP HERE \n  \nTake the gift of flowers one step further this Valentine’s Day by painting them yourself. Better yet\, share the experience of creating them with your significant other\, dear friend\, or family member. \nIn this workshop\, participants can expect to learn the basics of acrylic painting\, including color mixing\, paint application\, and other techniques needed to create a simple yet unique floral scene. All supplies are included as well as light fare and two complimentary glasses of wine or tea. No prior painting experience is required. \nYour instructor will be K.T. Williamson\, who\, in addition to being our Education Coordinator\, has been a practicing acrylic painter and teacher for nearly a decade. \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust; fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation.\n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via Email: KT.Williamson@parks.ny.gov \n 
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/valentines-day-paint-sip-workshop/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting CSA Farm Barn\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+ Events,Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip Workshop\nFriday\, February 13\, 2026   |   6:00 – 8:00 PM \nSaturday\, February 14\, 2026   |   6:00 – 8:00 PM \nAges 21+ \n  \nCost: $75 per person \nENROLL IN PAINT & SIP WORKSHOP HERE \n  \nTake the gift of flowers one step further this Valentine’s Day by painting them yourself. Better yet\, share the experience of creating them with your significant other\, dear friend\, or family member. \nIn this workshop\, participants can expect to learn the basics of acrylic painting\, including color mixing\, paint application\, and other techniques needed to create a simple yet unique floral scene. All supplies are included as well as light fare and two complimentary glasses of wine or tea. No prior painting experience is required. \nYour instructor will be K.T. Williamson\, who\, in addition to being our Education Coordinator\, has been a practicing acrylic painter and teacher for nearly a decade. \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust; fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation.\n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via Email: KT.Williamson@parks.ny.gov \n 
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/valentines-day-paint-sip-workshop/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting CSA Farm Barn\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:21+ Events,Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Evolution of the American Landscape Symposium - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Evolution of the American Landscape\nBayard Cutting Arboretum Horticulture Symposium \nEvolution of the American Landscape: Making the Coastal Connection \n  \nMonday\, February 23\, 2026 \n8:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n  \nLectures will be held at the \nBayway Arts Center \n265 East Main Street\, East Islip\, NY \n  \nFollowed by a shoreline tour and discussion at Bayard Cutting Arboretum \n440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY \n \n \nUnfortunately\, due to inclement weather\, the Symposium is cancelled. Attendees will be contacted directly with further details. \nClick the button below to go to the Symposium main page\, where you can find the agenda\, bios of the speakers\, ticket information\, and more! \nVisit the Main Symposium Page
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/evolution-of-the-american-landscape-symposium/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Symposium,Workshops
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