Programs & Events Calendar

Join us for an engaging evening where we discuss the power of trees to save our lives and provide for our future! For her entire professional life, renowned ecologist Dr. Nalini Nadkarni has pioneered climbing techniques to study “what grows back” after ecological disturbances occur in the rainforest canopy. Dr. Nadkarni – also known as “Queen of […]

TBDSATURDAY, MARCH 15Sketching Winter Trees and Shrubs10:00 AM–3:30 PMMargaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and IllustratorGet up-close with winter trees and shrubs, many without their signature leaves. From the textured surfaces of branches to the delicate forms of emerging buds and the resilient sheen of evergreen leaves, you’ll learn techniques to capture the intricate details to bring […]

There’s so much green in our gardens during the winter!SUNDAY, MARCH 16Evergreen Exploration (All Ages)10:30–11:30 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensThere’s so much green in our gardens during the winter! Explore the evergreen plants at Jenkins by learning their names and looking closely at their unique leaves. Our outdoor green scavenger hunt will […]

Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspirationSUNDAY, MARCH 16Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music2:30 – 3:30 PMMei Ching Huang (violin) and Hae Yi Ni (cello) – members of The Philadelphia OrchestraJoin us for a concert that will immerse you in classical music with the forest as a […]

Explore how the Big Tree Register works and discover some of Pennsylvania’s most impressive specimens.THURSDAY, MARCH 20Pennsylvania’s Big Trees7:00–8:30 PMAaron Greenberg, State Coordinator, Pennsylvania Champion Tree ProgramThe Pennsylvania Big Tree Register is a list of all of the largest trees of each species in the state. It has nearly 2,000 specimens and is growing all […]

Create a wreath of fragrant blooms and foliage that dry well over time.SATURDAY, MARCH 22Fresh to Dry Wreaths1:00–3:00 PMPeicha Chang, Floral DesignerCreate a wreath of fragrant blooms and foliage! Using a variety of dried materials and fresh florals that dry well over time, you will design a long-lasting wreath that can be enjoyed in your […]

14th Annual Visitors’ Photography ExhibitionOn View: January 11 – March 23, 2025Reception: Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 2 – 4 PMThis event was originally scheduled for January 19 but was rescheduled due to inclement weather. We hope you can celebrate the close of this exhibition with us during our rescheduled reception on March 23 from […]

Tap into your creativity as you craft a one-of-a-kind gemstone bracelet, symbolizing the innate connection we share with the natural world.SATURDAY, MARCH 29Gemstone Bracelets: Connect with Nature10:30 AM–12:00 PMJessica O’Connell, Owner of Beads of a FeatherShake off the past seasons and embrace the fertile soil awakening around you! Reconnect with nature through calming guided meditation […]

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 3/31–5/56:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorOur Mindful Yoga practice consists of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.All levels welcome; modifications and variations will […]