the planner
Published 9:00 pm Wednesday, November 29, 2006
This week
Tours and events
Kids’ workshop at Swanson’s Nursery: Decorating mini Christmas trees, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 2 and 3, 9701 15th Ave. NW, Seattle; use the miniature decorations provided, or bring your own. 206-782-2543 for more information.
Sand Point Antique &Design Market: More than 100 booths with old-fashioned ornaments, artwork, furniture and jewelry. Early buyers ($10), 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., general admission ($6) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3, Warren Magnuson Park, Hangar 30, 7400 Sand Point Way; 360-978-4154.
Plant sales
Washington Park Arboretum: 2300 Arboretum Drive E., Seattle; 206-3254510, www.arboretumfoundation.org. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2, Greens Galore sale – handmade wreaths, freshly cut greens, gifts and crafts. Also, cold-weather schedule for plant sales through March 31. Pat Calvert Greenhouse is selling Arboretum collection plants 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays. Plant donations program is closed until April. 206-325-4510, www.arboretumfoundation.org for more information.
Classes
The Salvage Studio: Classes start at 10 a.m. Saturdays. Registration with payment is required. 650 Edmonds Way, Edmonds; 425-774-5296, gardngal@usa.net, www.thesalvagestudio.com. w Bag and tag, 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 1, $25.
Sunnyside Nursery: Free classes offered. Registration suggested. 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville; 425-334-2002, www.sunnysidenursery.net. w Wreath-making, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 2 and 9; 1:30 p.m. Dec. 3. Classes where everything is provided, $25.
Swanson’s Nursery: Free unless otherwise noted. Registration suggested. 9701 15th Ave. NW, Seattle; 206-782-2543, ext. 235, www.swansonsnursery.com. w “Sumi on silk”: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5, learn traditional sumi painting techniques on silk fabric, $205 fee. 425-640-1243, www.edcc.edu/ArtsNow to register. w Wreath making workshops, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 4-8, supplies provided, free. w Introduction to Japanese flower arranging, 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. Fridays through Dec. 8; $25 per class. Call Megumi Schacher, 425-744-9751, to register.
Tours and events
Parlor tour: Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 10, the parlors of eight private homes, a church and a museum will be festively decorated for the public’s enjoyment. $15 adults, $10 seniors; tickets available at Star Center Antique Mall, Speckled Hen, Kusler’s Pharmacy, Sun Song, Weed’s Variety, Joyworks and Queen Bee in downtown Snohomish. 360-568-5235 for more information.
Classes
How to Turn Your Thumb Green: Workshops sponsored by the Arlington Garden Club, 10 to 11:30 a.m. second Saturdays, September through May, $2 donation requested. Boys and Girls Club, 18513 59th Ave. NE, Arlington; 360-403-7769. w Wreath-making: If possible, bring your own evergreen boughs, holly, pinecones and hand pruners. Wreath forms available for $3, Dec. 9.
Sunnyside Nursery: Free classes offered. Registration suggested. 3915 Sunnyside Blvd., Marysville; 425-334-2002, www.sunnysidenursery.net. w Wreath-making, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 9. Classes where everything is provided, $25.
Swanson’s Nursery: Free unless otherwise noted. Registration suggested. 9701 15th Ave. NW, Seattle; 206-782-2543, ext. 235, www.swansonsnursery.com. w Wreath making workshops, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 8, supplies provided. w Wreath making workshops, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 11-15, supplies provided.
