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Botany 2

Botany 2

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Investigate the captivating world of plant growth and development in this advanced botany course. Look at the intricate processes of seed germination, water movement, photosynthesis, and symbiotic relationships. Prerequisite: Botany 1.

(148) Intermediate 18 and older

Nov 2nd

6:30–8:30pm CT

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Mon. Nov 2nd, 6:30–8:30pm CT  (14 hours over 7 sessions)
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Pressed Floral Wall-Clock Workshop

Pressed Floral Wall-Clock Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Turn pressed flowers into a beautiful, functional piece of botanical décor. Learn how to arrange blooms using the golden ratio for a balanced and visually striking clock face, then discover sealing techniques to help preserve their color and placement. Leave with a unique, battery-operated floral clock ready to hang and enjoy at home. All supplies are included.

(148) All levels 18 and older

Dec 3rd

10am–1pm CT

$287
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Thu. Dec 3rd, 10am–1pm CT  (3 hours)
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Unconventional Holiday Bowl

Unconventional Holiday Bowl

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Rethink traditional holiday décor with a modern, living centerpiece featuring unexpected seasonal plants. Learn how to combine multiple plant varieties into a stylish composition designed for a reusable decorative bowl, while gaining practical care tips to keep your plants thriving long after the holidays. Create a fresh, contemporary display that brings lasting greenery into your home.

(148) All levels 18 and older

Dec 5th

1–2:30pm CT

$162
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Sat. Dec 5th, 1–2:30pm CT  (90 minutes)
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Pressed Floral Candles

Pressed Floral Candles

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Celebrate the beauty of autumn through a nature-inspired collage workshop. Use found and foraged materials such as leaves, flowers, and bark to create layered designs on candles while exploring composition, texture, and form. Express your personal connection to the season and leave with two unique candles, perfect for gifting or adding a warm, natural touch to your winter home. All supplies are included.

(148) All levels 18 and older

Dec 6th

3:30–6:30pm CT

$107
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Sun. Dec 6th, 3:30–6:30pm CT  (3 hours)
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Bonsai: Bring Your Own Tree Workshop

Bonsai: Bring Your Own Tree Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Do you have a bonsai tree you’re just not sure what to do with? Bring your tree of any species for consultation with the Garden’s bonsai curator and learn new techniques for style and design in this studio-style workshop.

(148) All levels 18 and older

Dec 9th

5–8pm CT

$74
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Make a Bonsai Tree

Color Cocktail Factory
3.8 69 reviews

Discover the secrets to cultivating and styling your very own bonsai tree with expert instruction and hands-on experience at the Color Cocktail Factory. Learn the essential principles of bonsai care and receive all the necessary materials and tools to create your masterpiece. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the art of bonsai.

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  • 16 and older
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  • 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
  • 90 minutes
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A thorough one-day experience for those who wish to learn all the fundamentals of bonsai.

The class includes the basic principles of successfully growing, maintaining and styling your bonsai outdoors and indoors.

Demonstration and hands-on experience with individual instruction to help students create their bonsai.

The fee includes:

  • Instruction
  • Use of bonsai tools
  • Plus all materials:
    • Bonsai training container
    • Soil
    • Wire
    • Tree


Our events are all BYOB. You can bring your beverage of choice. Ice, cups, corkscrews are provided. All art materials are provided.

Refund Policy

Refund policy 7 days: Attendees can receive refunds up to 7 days before your event start date.

Students can reschedule their event as long as its three days or more before the event. 

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Color Cocktail Factory (69)

(3.8-star rating across 69 reviews)

This class: 3.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews

  • Make a Bonsai Tree

    There was no "make a bonsai class". The instructor did not have the materials, he offered us a free class on how to make a terrarium using a succulent. Also when we got there the door was closed with a note instructing us to enter the code to open the door, according to the note on the door, the code was emailed to me along with the confirmation receipt purchase, but there was no entry door code in the email sent to me. There was also no phone listed on the receipt, it took us 15-20 minutes to get in contact with the place and get the door code to enter the building. Over all it was an awful experience. I will use my gift certificate and attend the "make a bonsai tree" some time soon, but after that I will not be coming back.

  • Make a Bonsai Tree

    The Make a Bonsai class at the Color Cocktail Factory in Pilsen was pretty cool. The venue was lively on a Saturday night, with multiple classes happening simultaneously. Everybody seemed to be enjoying themselves. The instructors were all friendly and helpful (maybe spread a little thin though). My partner and I enjoyed our class as well. It was an interesting way to get creative, enjoy a few beers, and go home with a tiny tree. They imparted us with the skills to make more bonsai (if I fail to keep this round alive). I'd recommend the class. You will get a little dirty and poke your fingers some though, fyi.

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Color Cocktail Factory

Color Cocktail Factory is a hub of artistic expertise, offering a wide range of classes and workshops on various techniques such as painting, illustration, and printmaking. Located in the vibrant artistic community of East Pilsen, students can immerse themselves in a campus environment that encourages collaboration and inspiration with fellow artists.

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