Get to know some of the critters that live in our garden!THURSDAY, JULY 27Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)10:00 – 10:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffGet to know some of the critters that live in our garden! Birds, bees, and butterflies are not only beautiful, but they are also important to the overall health of the Arboretum. Enjoy our glorious gardens with a guided nature walk and outdoor activities as we …

Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed,how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On July 28, stop by The Garden Shop to paint rocks to use as garden markers. 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. 

Come be a nature detective and notice the natural world around us!SATURDAY, JULY 29Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)10:00 – 11:00 AMOlivia Kirkpatrick, Landscape Designer, GreenWeaver LandscapesHave you ever wondered what types of plants grow in your backyard or at Jenkins? Come be a nature detective and notice similarities, differences, shapes, and colors in the natural world around us. Learn tips and tricks to identify common native plants. Bring your curiosity and observation skills!Suitable for ages …