The Iowa Master Gardener Program with Tama County Extension and Outreach will host a Floral Arranging series including hands-on instruction with renowned floral expert Dan Brabec.

Designed to explore individual creative and artistic expression, this series will connect participants with an expert who has over 25 years of experience in the floral arranging profession.

Dan Brabec is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Horticulture at Iowa State University. He teaches Elements of Floral Design, Wedding and Event Floral Design, and Houseplants and Interiorscapes. Dan was the previous owner of Coes Floral and Gifts in Ames, IA, and has been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, wedding publications, and has designed florals for Walt Disney World.

This session uses seasonal blooms and fillers to give students the skills needed to create beautiful arrangements throughout the upcoming holiday season.

The class takes place on November 16 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Tama County Extension office. Participants are invited to bring a container of their choice and seasonal items to create a centerpiece. Suggestions are pinecones, dried florals, pampas grass, cattails, etc. Additional items will be provided. No previous gardening or floral arranging experience is required.

Registration is requested. Call 641-484-2703 to register, or send an email to cbruene@iastte.edu. The cost is $10.