Explore Tai Chi at Jenkins!Discover Tai ChiWednesday, February 15, 2 – 3 PMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiJoin us for an introduction to the ancient practice of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a soft-style martial art and is composed of slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing to enhance physical health and emotional well-being. The beauty of Jenkins will create an inspirational backdrop to practice and work on the form.All levels welcome. Classes will be …

Discover a bird’s most special adaptation – their beak!Birds & BeaksThursday, February 16, 7 – 8 :30 PMMarcy Engleman, Senior Coordinator of Conservation Education, National Audubon SocietyDiscover a bird’s most special adaptation – their beak! Explore variations in bird beaks and the interrelationships of form and function, and learn how to infer what birds eat based on their beak type. Hear about Darwin’s finches, a group of small birds in the Galápagos that adapted to …

Discover buds, bark, and form to ID trees in any seasonWinter Clues for Tree Identification Sunday, February 19, 2 – 3:30 PM Steve Wright, Director of Horticulture/Curator, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Many focus on leaf shape when identifying trees, but what do you do in the winter? Discover helpful clues for identifying trees without their signature leaves. With a brief indoor presentation followed by an outdoor walk around the garden, learn the differences in buds, …