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Tai Chi – Health

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

Traditional exercise forms, intended those with various conditions including arthritis, osteoporsis, and diabetes. Experience helpful.

Free

Tai Chi – Flow

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

Any easy version of the most common Tai Chi forms, designed as a relaxed intro for anyone to begin a moving mediation. Beginner friendly.

Free

Tai Chi – Qigong

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

An ancient practice intented to cultivate Qi, life force energy, allowing any person to find inner peace and gentle strength.

Free

Spring Candling and Maintenance on Pines

GJG Tsuru Island 124 S Main Avenue, Gresham, OR, United States

Learn all about the why’s and how’s to de-candle different cultivars of pines. Instructor Laura Dufala with Bentwood Tree Farm will explain the benefits and ramifications of de-candling several pine cultivars on Gresham Japanese Garden - Tsuru Island. This workshop is in person. Bring your gloves, Laura may turn the class into a collaborative session.

$45.00

Bonsai Critique – Afternoon Session

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

The 'Bonsai Critique' brings together bonsai enthusiasts for an in-depth critique session led by Gresham Japanese Garden's newest instructor, Bobby Curttright. Participants will present a tree for constructive feedback on aesthetics, health, and styling techniques. Throughout the critique, Bobby will provide insights on refinement, branch structure, and long-term development strategies, helping all students gain a […]

$20.00

Spring Pruning at Vanport International

Vanport International 28590 Wally Road, Boring, OR, United States

For the intermediate pruners, a hands-on opportunity to prune a variely of plants at a Japanese garden in Boring, OR to learn alongside a professional aesthetic pruner trained in Japan and owns her own business, Niwa Method. This is the Gresham Japanese Garden's fourth opportunity to prune at Vanport International. There are still many plants […]

$100.00
Event Series Air Layering Bonsai

2025 The Art of Bonsai – May-Thursday

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

MAY AND SEPTEMBER PROJECTS: AIR LAYERING AND GROUND LAYERING FOR BONSAI 🌱 Air Layering & Ground Layering Bonsai Workshop Location: Gresham Japanese Garden - Kyoudou CenterMaterials Provided | Bring Your Bonsai Tools Overview Looking for an affordable and effective way to create your own bonsai tree? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn […]

$45.00

Creating Pollinator Habitat for your Garden and Home

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

In collaboration with Judy Alleruzzo of Al’s Garden & Home from Gresham, GJG volunteer Deb Peters will present a seminar about creating the perfect pollinator habitat at your own home and garden. You will learn how to preserve and protect certain types of native butterflies such as the Western Monarch. Learn the best ways to […]

Free

2025 The Art of Bonsai – May-Sat

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

Saturday May 17 - PART 1Saturday, September 20 - PART 2 🌱 Air Layering & Ground Layering Bonsai Workshop Hands-on Class + Follow-Up Saturday, September 20Location: Gresham Japanese GardenMaterials Provided | Bring Your Bonsai Tools Overview Looking for an affordable and effective way to create your own bonsai tree? Join us for this hands-on workshop […]

$45.00

Pruning Flowering Shrubs

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

With an eye towards aesthetics and flower production, Jim Card Garden Director will demonstrate the basic cuts of pruning focusing on rhododendrons and azaleas. Can you prune them to the ground. When is the best time to prune.

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Propagating Broadleaf Shrubs

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

In this class learn how to successfully propagate deciduous and evergreen plants such as Rhododendron, Ribes and other suitable woody plants from cuttings. Instructor Norm Jacobs will explain plant physiology as it pertains to successful propagation, explain the selection of containers, soil mixes, and the role of rooting compounds. Next Norm will demonstrate and you […]

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2025 The Art of Bonsai-June-Thurs

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

Managing Pines for Bonsai Pines are one of the most iconic and traditional species used in Japanese bonsai. Known for their strength, structure, and symbolism, pines also teach us the importance of managing a tree’s energy. With proper handling—especially in spring—they are a joy to work with. But without guidance, they can leave even seasoned […]

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2025 The Art of Bonsai – June-Saturday

Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR

Managing Pines for Bonsai Pines are one of the most iconic and traditional species used in Japanese bonsai. Known for their strength, structure, and symbolism, pines also teach us the importance of managing a tree’s energy. With proper handling—especially in spring—they are a joy to work with. But without guidance, they can leave even seasoned […]

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