Culinary Classes
Floral Wreath Classes
Garden Education Day

Culinary Classes

The Kellogg Manor House will host Joanna Stello-Phelps culinary teacher from Kellogg Community College for two cooking classes. Come hungry as all preparations will be tasted.

Wednesday, July 18 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm- Ovenless cooking. Learn how to prepare a fresh soup and salad for those hot days.

Wednesday, October 17 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm- Harvest Soups and Stews. Use ingredients from your garden to make vegetarian soups and stews.

Culinary classes are $30.00 per person. Prepaid reservations required. Call 269-671-2160 to save your seat.

Floral Wreath Classes

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will host Sherri Snyder of Gull Lake Landscape Company for eight classes on wreath and swag arrangements. Please bring pruning sheers if you own a pair.

 All classes are at the Bird Sanctuary-Spruce Lodge, 12685 East C Ave., Hickory Corners, MI 49060**

Fairy Garden Class
Thursday, March 29 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm  $57/person
Chase the winter blue by creating an adorable tabletop fairy garden that can serve as a centerpiece in a sunny room, or used outdoors as the weather warms.  Project materials will be provided and include a container, media, plants and fun fairy furniture. Feel free to bring your favorite gardening gloves. 

Bittersweet Wreath Class
Thursday, October 11 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm  $37/person
Participants will create a wreath that exemplifies fall splendor with bittersweet branches collected from the KBS Bird Sanctuary.  Once placed on a wall, the berries will dry in place. Class members may want to bring an old sheet or blanket for their vehicle to transport their wreath.  Bringing pruners would be helpful but not required.  A great class for beginners, or repeat students.

Corn Tassel Wreath Class
Thursday, October 18 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm  $42/person
In this class, participants will create a beautiful fall wreath composed of natural materials and corn tassels.  This wreath provides an excellent decoration from fall through Thanksgivng.  If protected from rain, this wreath will last for several years. Pruners will be provided, but if you have your own you are encouraged to bring them.  A great class for beginner or seasoned crafters.

Thanksgiving Arrangement Class *
Monday, November 19 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm  $62/person
Whether you are hosting the Thanksgiving Dinner, or would just like to accent your home decor, this arrangement will bring the festive spirit into your home.  If watered and maintained, this fresh floral arrangement will last.  The arrangement will be composed of fresh floral materials and natural holiday accents such as gourds/pumpkins/berries.  Previous floral experience not required.

Evergreen Swag Class
Tuesday, December 4 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm   $37/person
This class is perfect for beginners, or anyone who wants to complete a gorgeous, simple, fresh evergreen swag.  Accented with a bow, this decoration is perfect for outdoor display or an indoor location as needles from used from fresh high quality evergreens will dry in place.  Bringing pruners is helpful but not required.

Evergreen Wreath Class *
Thursday, December 13 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm  $52/person
Class participants will create a rich wreath comprised of high quality fir evergreens and other broadleaf evergreens that will beautifully accent any home.  Beginners as well as seasoned class members will be successful in designing a unique and personal wreath.

Holiday Arrangement Class *
Monday, December 17 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm  $52/person
Looking for a unique long lasting floral arrangement to give as a gift, or display in your home? This class is for you.  Class participants will create a festive arrangement using natural materials that will last several weeks if watered.  All skill levels welcome, but definitely is aimed to the beginner level.

Price includes all materials, instruction, cookies, coffee and bottled water.
* These holiday classes include all materials, instruction, seasonal soup and bread, coffee, spiced tea and bottled water will be served. Guests may bring their own alcoholic beverage. These classes start at 6:00 p.m.

Classes are offered at Spruce Lodge located within the property of Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Click here  for a copy of this event.

**a 10% discount will apply to classes if attendee is a member of the Bird Sanctuary.

Seats are limited, so book soon!

For more information or to reserve your seat email conference@kbs.msu.edu or call 269-671-2400.

 Garden Education Day

The Kellogg Manor House Rose and Thistle Garden Club proudly sponsors the 2nd annual Garden Education Day on Thursday, May 3 from 9 am to 3 pm in the Academic Builiding at the Kellogg Biological Station.

The price is $40.00 per person and consists of continental breakfast, lunch and four one hour instructional classes. 

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For more information or to reserve your seat email manorhouse@kbs.msu.edu or call 269-671-2160. Download a registration form.