Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, APRIL 20Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season while learning about photography! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to …

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, APRIL 22Bird Walk7:45 – 8:45 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensSearch for spring migratory birds, and explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them. …

Join us for a 6-week outdoor Tai Chi seriesTai ChiWEDNESDAYS | 6-week series: 4/24 – 5/299:30 – 10:30 AMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiTai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of …