Discover how to choose the right native plants based on plant behavior and arrange these plants with purpose THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 Unlawning Suburbia: Lessons in the Design and Management of Nature-Inspired Landscapes 7:00 – 8:30 PM Benjamin Vogt, Author and Owner, Monarch Gardens, LLC Two of the greatest challenges in creating a naturalistic garden are demonstrating that the space is intentional and appeasing HOAs, city ordinances, and finicky neighbors. The solution to these closely related …

Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspirationSUNDAY, JANUARY 21Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music2:30 – 3:30 PMValentin Kovalev (saxophone), Aiwen Zhang (saxophone), and Hanchien Lee (keyboard)Join us for a concert that will immerse you in classical music with the forest as a visual inspiration. A musician meet-and-greet will follow. This concert is a collaboration between Allegro Music Consultants and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. Click here to view …

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, JANUARY 22Bird Walk8:30 – 9:30 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensSearch for resident birds in winter, 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 …