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Reset, Reimagine and Reconnect in the New Year at Sherman Library & Gardens
01.05.24
In Corona del Mar, Sherman Library & Gardens has prepared a special lineup of activities starting in January to promote learning through wellness.
Commencing on January 10th, "Writing Wednesdays: Positive Journaling" will launch a five-week course aimed at nurturing emotions like gratitude, curiosity, serenity, and joy, drawing inspiration from the serene garden surroundings. Join local writer Ellen Bell as she shares the wellness benefits of Positive Journaling and offers insights into developing your personal writing practice. For additional information, visit here.
Explore a distinctive and delightful approach to floral design with the "Florcuterie Floral Design Workshop" on January 11th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Florcuterie involves the art of curating, arranging, and presenting an array of seasonal blooms, much like creating a charcuterie spread. Discover the technique of layering, creating depth and dimension while selecting flowers that resonate with your creativity. Join Becky Bridger of Bexbloomz for this unique floral experience. Learn more here.
Starting January 16th and running until February 20th, "Tai Chi Tuesdays" are back at Sherman Library & Gardens. Led by local teacher Cynthia Bell Niermann, these sessions introduce the gentle art of Tai Chi in our tranquil garden setting. This eight-week course incorporates Qigong stretches, breathing exercises, and short Tai Chi routines, providing enjoyable stress relief while enhancing health, flexibility, strength, and balance. Find out more details here.
On January 20th from 9:30 a.m. to noon, certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher, author, and freelance writer Ellen Bell returns to the gardens to lead a "Weekend Wellness Workshop." This workshop focuses on nurturing wellness through practices such as positive journaling, mindfulness, and yoga, all surrounded by the natural beauty of our gardens. Research has shown that these practices can boost optimism, increase positive emotions, and enhance physical and mental well-being. Visit here for more information.
Every Friday at 10 a.m. in the Central Garden, don't miss "Little Seedlings Story Time," an engaging event where preschool children and their caregivers can explore the wonders of nature through carefully selected books by Sherman Library & Gardens. Admission is free, making it a perfect opportunity for families to connect with nature and learning.
Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar.
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The Pasadena Showcase House
01.03.24
The Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts proudly presents the 2024 Showcase House of Design, featuring the historic Potter Daniels Manor. This architectural gem, built in 1902 and transformed in 1922 into an English Tudor Revival Style estate, opens its gates for a spectacular home tour from April 21 to May 19. For $65, the Golden Ticket grants access to this design marvel on any day during the public viewing period.
Alongside the Golden Ticket, exclusive Insider Packages are now available, offering tiered pricing and unique behind-the-scenes experiences. Insider Package #1 combines the Golden Ticket with an invitation to the pre-renovation Empty House Party in January. Insider Package #2, the ultimate all-access option, includes all of Package #1's offerings plus an exclusive invite to the Premiere Night Gala, a highlight event in Pasadena's social calendar, held in the spring.
The Potter Daniels Manor, a Pasadena City Landmark, has been a favorite among Hollywood location scouts, appearing in films and TV shows like "Foul Play," "Bachelor Party," and "Falcon Crest." After the Empty House Party, a team of designers will have four months to transform the estate's 30 indoor and outdoor spaces, ready to wow over 25,000 visitors.
The Showcase also features "The Shops at Showcase," offering boutique shopping, dining options, and live music on select days. This annual event is the main fundraiser for the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts, a volunteer-run nonprofit. In the 2022-23 program year, they donated over $900,000 to music and arts organizations, contributing over $25 million since its inception.
Tickets for the 2024 Pasadena Showcase House of Design are available at pasadenashowcase.org/tickets, starting at $65 per person. This is an unparalleled opportunity to experience design excellence while supporting the arts in a historic setting.
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