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Join us for fall fun at Jenkins!SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27The Art and Science of Leaves (All Ages)10:00–11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for fall fun at Jenkins! Head outdoors for a nature walk to explore the season. Discover the science behind why leaves turn color and fall off deciduous trees. Bring your […]
Join us for an afternoon of poetry with nature as inspiration!SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27Poetry Reading2:30–3:30 PM“Poetry is the extraordinary perception of the ordinary.”Join us for an afternoon of poetry with nature as inspiration! Local poets Joyce Meyers and Joe Cilluffo will present and discuss their work with tree-mendous views of the outdoors as their backdrop.Free of […]
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour! WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13 Golf Cart Garden Tours 11:00 – 11:45 AM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the […]
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us! WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4 – NOVEMBER 13 Fall Wednesday Walkabouts 1:00 – 2:00 PM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Join us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics […]
Join us for special spooky storytime + chalk walk at Jenkins!THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31Halloween Storytime & Sidewalk Chalk Walk (All Ages)STORYTIME: 10:00–10:30 AMSIDEWALK CHALK WALK: 10:30 AM-12:00 PMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for a special Halloween-themed read aloud for our littlest nature lovers. Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while […]
Discover the artist within through the process of painting with wool and create a unique, handmade work of art.SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3Wool Art Painting Workshop1:00–4:00 PMMaria Gio, Artist and Owner of Mara Effects—Wool ArtDiscover the artist within through the process of painting with wool and create a unique, handmade work of art. Wool watercolor is an […]
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour! WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13 Golf Cart Garden Tours 11:00 – 11:45 AM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the […]
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us! WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4 – NOVEMBER 13 Fall Wednesday Walkabouts 1:00 – 2:00 PM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Join us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics […]
Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret SaylorSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9Starting a Botanical Sketchbook10:00 AM–3:30 PMMargaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and IllustratorWhether you’re a beginner artist or looking to add to your portfolio, learn how to start your own botanical sketchbook and sharpen your observation skills during this insightful class. Study intriguing materials from our gardens—seed […]
Join us for fall fun at Jenkins!SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10The Art and Science of Leaves (All Ages)10:00–11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for fall fun at Jenkins! Head outdoors for a nature walk to explore the season. Discover the science behind why leaves turn color and fall off deciduous trees. Bring your […]
Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspirationSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music2:30–3:30 PMMusicians: Haerim Oh and Jonathan OkseniukViolinists from the Studio of Midori will perform with the forest as visual inspiration. A musician meet-and-greet will follow. This concert is a collaboration between Allegro Music Consultants […]
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour! WEDNESDAYS, JULY 3 – NOVEMBER 13 Golf Cart Garden Tours 11:00 – 11:45 AM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Explore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who are not able to enjoy the beauty of the […]
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us! WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4 – NOVEMBER 13 Fall Wednesday Walkabouts 1:00 – 2:00 PM Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Join us on Wednesdays this fall for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics […]
Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16Photo Walk9:00–11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season while learning about photography. An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.Participants can use any […]
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaMONDAYS | 4-week series: 11/18 – 12/16 (no series class on 11/25)6:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises […]
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful YogaMindful YogaTHURSDAYS | 4-week series: 11/21 – 12/19 (no class on 11/28)9:30 – 10:45 AMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Yoga practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done […]
Discover the specific native plant allies that can bolster biodiversity and outcompete invasive speciesTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21Native Plant Allies: A Non-Chemical Approach to Ecological Gardening7:00–8:30 PMElyse Jurgen, Owner of Waxwing EcoWorks Co.Have you struggled to restore your “back forty” where aggressive introduced species like lesser celandine pervade? Discover the specific native plant allies that can bolster […]
Bring beautiful blooms indoors this fall!SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23Autumn Harvest Centerpiece1:00–3:00 PMPeicha Chang, Floral DesignerAdd some autumnal flair to your table just in time for Thanksgiving. Join us for a hands-on workshop to create your own seasonal masterpiece. Play with the colors and textures of autumn as you arrange your centerpiece with flowers, foliage, and dried […]
