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WORKSHOPS

Who is the instructor of your workshops?

Our workshop instructor is Felicia Alvarez, founder of Menagerie Farm & Flower specializing in garden roses, specialty flowers, French prunes, assorted stone fruits, nuts and rice. Located on over 100 acres of beautiful California farmland, she is a

What can I expect from a Menagerie workshop?

Our on-farm workshops are located in the beautiful Sacramento Valley of California at Menagerie Farm & Flower, a private garden rose and fruit farm. With limited seats available, we are guaranteed to develop intimate friendships with your fellow atte

What topics are covered in your workshops?

Workshop topics include Elements of Rose Growing, Dormant Rose Pruning, Fall Rose Care, Floral Centerpiece Design, Hand-Tied Bouquets and more! We also host guest instructors and floral designers like Gabriela Salazar of La Musa de las Flores, Natali

Where are your workshops located?

Workshops are hosted in person at our farm in Live Oak, California, in the Sacramento Valley (95953). Farm address will be provided after ticket purchase.

Do you offer online workshops?

At this time, we do not host online workshops. All workshops are hosted in person at our farm in Live Oak, California. For a virtual learning experience, become a member of The Menagerie Academy, our online community of rose growers, or book a 1:1 Co

Can I bring my children to a workshop?

Workshop attendees must be over the age of 18.

Can I bring my pets to a workshop?

For safety reasons, no pets are permitted at our farm workshops. Please make arrangements to leave your beloved animals comfortably at home.

Can I bring a guest to a workshop?

All attendees are required to purchase a ticket to attend the workshop. If you plan to bring a guest who is not attending the workshop, please advise them that our farm is an operational space. We ask that guests do not wander or explore the farm wit

I purchased a ticket! Where can I find more details about the upcoming workshop?

Yay! We're excited to have you here with us at the farm! Your order confirmation email serves as your workshop ticket, so make sure to keep it somewhere safe. Please refer to the individual workshop page on our website for the instructional plan and

What are your travel recommendations for attending a workshop at the farm?

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the closest airport, located about a 1-hour drive south of the farm. Lodging and transportation to and from Menagerie Farm & Flower are not included with your ticket purchase. There is lodging available in Yu

I'm unable to attend the workshop. Can I get a refund?

Workshop tickets are non-refundable, so please make sure you can attend before purchasing a ticket. If the workshop or event is canceled due to weather or any other reason, your ticket purchase price will be given as a credit for use on a future work