Explore the current understanding of bees in cities and the future of urban bee research. City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory Thursday, June 15, 7 – 8:30 PM Austin Martin, PhD student, Geography and Urban Studies, Temple University Although it may seem counterintuitive, cities can serve as effective havens for bees in a national landscape replete with intensive agriculture and toxic lawns. Explore the current understanding of bees in cities, including Austin Martin’s research …

Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed, how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On June 16, stop by The Garden Shop to learn how to pinch perennials and cut back spring bloomers to get fresh foliage. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.

Join us to capture the season! Photo Walk Saturday, June 17, 9 – 11 AM Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer Capture the season! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for these monthly small group sessions. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning various compositional and technical options on the spot. Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot …