2012 Workshops at Lana's The Little House

Lana's The Little House 2012 Workshop Schedule Workshops, Classes & Learning Events from February thru October Garden : Art in The Garden : Tea Tastings : Relaxation & Meditation Sunrise Garden Workshop (possible) : Twilight Garden Worship (possible) art in the garden workshops ... tea tastings ... garden workshops .... possibly a sunrise garden workshop ... possibly a twilight garden workshop Reservation required - Non-refundable prepayment required. Space is limited - Upon prepayment you will receive a reservation confirmation including directions. Celebrating Our 9th Year of Sharing Lana's The Little House with Our Beloved Guests
Workshop Title	Workshop Description	Fee	Date	Time	Type of Workshop	Workshop Presenter
1. Life and Times of The Little House Garden	Start the new year right: hear the story about the very special Lana’s The Little House garden, and how it grew from its idyllic countryside and woodland setting. We’ll talk about the historical developments to led to what we call the Cottage Garden, and the factors that influence our notions of gardens as they continue to evolve today…all while we enjoy an easy, exhilarating walk through The Little House Garden and grounds.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Thursday, February 16	11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
2. What Makes a Garden Grand?	What makes a garden grander than the sum of its green? Join us as we talk about a few design fundamentals of the garden: how to enhance your garden’s stature with “architectural” and other elements, creating “people places” in the garden, increasing interest and activity by inviting the wildlife desirables, plants with more presence, and more. We’ll observe the principles in action as we walk.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Saturday, March 17 St. Patrick's Day!	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
3. Enrich your Home – and You -- with the Garden’s Plenty	Come to the Little House for a garden and grounds tour, and will talk about the ways that nature’s wealth makes us wealthy, too. The flowers are just the beginning…we’ll see how our region’s “au naturel” offers an array of treasures for collecting, cutting and drying, wreath making, potpourri, herbs for the kitchen and more….just in time to think about getting the most from your garden this year, and to dig in!	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Monday, April 9 Easter Monday Dingus Day!	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
4. Art in The Little House Garden: Garden Collage	After an inspiring walk through The Little House Garden, we’ll use that inspiration to create one-of-a-kind garden collages—working “en plein air,” the process made popular by French Impressionists such as Claude Monet. Literally immersed “in plain air,” we’ll gain insight from the flood of natural light, fresh air, and everything that fills The Little House Garden. Your completed, original work of art will be matted and ready for framing. No artistic experience necessary.	$55 per person; $50 per person for groups of 3 or more	Thursday, May 17	10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	Art in the Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
5. Cottage Gardening, the Little House Way	Tour Lana's charming Cottage Garden that surrounds The Little House, as we enjoy a lively discussion touching upon the history and design fundamentals of Lana’s cottage garden. We'll share some secrets that make Lana's garden so special, and talk about plants most suitable for cottage gardening - with an emphasis on wildflowers native to the Northeast.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Saturday, June 16	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
6. The Little House Grounds: A Celebration of Life	The Little House setting is a celebration of life! Join us for a stroll through the garden, field and woods, and experience the beauties of the Lana’s natural world. Learn how to create your own charming and lively wonderland, no matter how large or small the lot - you’ll return refreshed and renewed. Come for a tour and a few secrets that make Lana’s garden special. Find out what makes Lana’s a destination for the birds, the bees and the butterflies.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Thursday, July 19	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
7. What Makes a Cottage Garden?	What makes a cottage garden? Join us as we talk about the design fundamentals of cottage gardening, how to plan your own cottage garden, what plants to use in what conditions, and more. We’ll observe the principles in action as we walk, too, through the very special Little House cottage garden.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Saturday, August 18	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
8. Autumn Color in the Garden	Lana’s Cottage Garden grows and grows – ‘til tickled by first snow. *Come celebrate the season's beauty on autumn's first day,* and learn how to extend your own garden’s glory way beyond conventional summer’s ending. Enjoy a lively discussion about what to plant, as well as a few tricks to maintaining your own garden to keep it blooming and beautiful way into November.	$52 per person; $47 per person for groups of 3 or more	Saturday, September 22 The first day of Autumn!	10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
9. Art in The Little House Garden: Wreathing	Come for a walk in The Little House Garden, and depart with a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wreath – created by you! We’ll each learn to make a vine wreath, then decorate with a few choice goodies from Lana’s garden, surrounding fields and woodland. Along the way, you’ll learn a bit about the history of wreathing and the meanings in this circular art/craft that has been universally practiced throughout all times and cultures. Your completed wreath can be adapted for any season or occasion. No experience necessary.	$55 per person; $50 per person for groups of 3 or more	Saturday, October 20	10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	Art in the Garden Workshop	Sara Baker Michalak Learn More About Sara
10. Tea Tasting	Much like wine, tea is an art recognized throughout the world. In this two-hour tasting, join Lana for an insightful introduction into the complexities of tea. By sampling a range of white, green, oolong and black teas from China, Japan, Taiwan and India, you'll learn the methods for properly brewing each type. You will learn how to maximize and enjoy the taste of every cup. Teas will be accompanied by small, light bites.	$32 per person	Saturday, October 20	3:00 p.m.. to 5:00 p.m.	Tea Tasting	Lana Lewis

About Sara Baker Michalak -- Our Garden Workshop Presenter Since 2004: Sara Baker Michalak propagates native wildflowers, restoring the woodland property where she and her family built a home in the 1980s. In her workshops and presentations, she encourages gardeners and others to develop and support healthy natural environments based on organic and "green" practices. Sara's writings about the natural world appear in her book The Garden Within, published by Foot Hills Publishing (2008); and in Nature Photographer Magazine, Buffalo Spree, Upstate Gardeners’ Journal, and Christian Science Monitor. In addition, Sara's visual art has garnered significant critical notice for its representation of natural imagery and is exhibited extensively. Sara currently serves as Arts Facilitator for Aspire of WNY, where she provides creative arts experiences for people with developmental disabilities. Back to Top of Page -- Learn more about the 2012 Workshop Events

We are located in the heart of the Lake Erie Chautauqua Wine Trail Three wineries within 3 miles of Lana's The Little House! 1 hour from Williamsville, New York (NY) 1 hour from Clarence, New York (NY) 1 hour from Amherst, New York (NY) 10 minutes from Fredonia, New York (NY) 40 minutes from Hamburg, New York (NY) 45 minutes from Buffalo Niagara Airport 1 hour from Erie, Pennsylvania (PA) 2.50 hours from Toronto, Ontario Canada 2.50 hours from Cleveland, Ohio (OH) 45 minutes from Ellicottville, NY and Holiday Valley 50 minutes from the Chautauqua Institution 1.75 hours from Rochester, New York (NY) 50 minutes from Buffalo, New York (NY) (Downtown, Allentown, Delaware District neighborhoods) 1.50 hours from Niagara Falls 1.75 hours from Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario 3 hours from Syracuse, New York (NY) 4.50 hours from State College, Pennsylvania (PA) 1.75 hours from Olean, New York (NY) NY 1 hour from East Aurora, New York (NY) 4 hours from Ithaca, New York (NY) 1 hour from Jamestown, New York (NY) 1 hour from Lakewood, New York (NY) 50 minutes from Bemus Point, New York (NY)