Heads up! Due to icy conditions, Jenkins will be closed on Tuesday, December 24.
Explore Tai Chi at Jenkins!Discover Tai ChiWednesday, March 1, 9:30 – 10:30 AMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiJoin us for an introduction to the ancient practice of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a soft-style martial art and is composed of slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing to enhance physical health and emotional well-being. The […]
Enjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft.Storytime (All Ages)Thursday, March 2, 10 – 10:30 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensEnjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft. Join us on March 2 to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America Day. Storytime will take place […]
Discover how to choose pollinator plants from the ground up! Powerful Pollinator Plants Saturday, March 4, 10 AM – 12 PM Nicki Achor, Hamilton Fellow, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens The relationship between flowering plants and insects is much more complex than many people realize. When selecting native plants to create pollinator habitat, it can be […]
Learn to design a sketchbook spread and fill it with beautiful observations and botanically correct drawings.Capturing Spring: Developing a Botanical Sketchbook Practice 8-wk virtual series: Tuesdays, March 7 – April 25, 6:30 – 8:30 PM Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Our natural world is brimming with new life and inspiration. Learn to observe, document, […]
Explore the hidden treasures of trees through nature and art.Creativi-Tree (All Ages)Sunday, March 12, 10 – 11 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensExplore the hidden treasures of trees through nature and art. Go on an outdoor walk to observe the seasonal traits of trees – from bark to branches to buds. Turn nature’s […]
Enjoy a classical concert at JenkinsNature’s Impact on Music: Nature Inspires Earliest InstrumentsSunday, March 12, 2:30 – 3:30 PMicarus Percussion Duo: Jeff Stern and Matt Keown (marimbas and drums) Learn why percussion was among the earliest instrument families and how these primitive instruments have evolved.Join us for a three-part chamber music series that will highlight […]
Explore Tai Chi at Jenkins! Discover Tai Chi Wednesday, March 15, 9:30 – 10:30 AM Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai Chi Join us for an introduction to the ancient practice of Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a soft-style martial art and is composed of slow, deliberate movements, meditation, and deep breathing to enhance physical health […]
Explore strategies for reforesting our landscapes in Chester County. A Forest Grows in Chester County Thursday, March 16, 7 – 8:30 PM Rachael Griffith, Sustainability Director, Chester County Planning Commission In 2021, the Chester County Commissioners adopted a Climate Action Plan which sets bold targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by both county government and […]
Ever wonder if that plant in your garden is a friend or foe?Garden Weed Identification Sunday, March 19, 1 – 3 PM Karen Miller, Head Horticulturist, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Ever wonder if that plant in your garden is a friend or foe? Discover what designates a plant as a weed or invasive and learn […]
Enjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft.Storytime (All Ages)Monday, March 20, 10 – 10:30 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensEnjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft. Join us on March 20 to celebrate the start of spring and The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day. Storytime will […]
Join us to revive your potted pals by pruning, cleaning, and re-potting with fresh soil mix. Houseplant Repotting Clinic Saturday, March 25, 10 – 11:30 AM Jeri Deyo McCue, Visitor Services Associate & Houseplant Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Take your houseplants out of the house for a plant pick-me-up! Join us to revive your […]
From birds to insects to amphibians, discover eggs from various animals that live at Jenkins.Animals From Eggs (All Ages) Saturday, April 1, 10 – 11 AM Amy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Spring is here and soon eggs will be everywhere! From birds to insects to amphibians, discover eggs from various animals that […]
