Join us for an author talk! The Varieties of Mycological Experience Thursday, July 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Presented by Doug Bierend, freelance writer and author of In Search of Mycotopia: Citizen Science, Fungi Fanatics, and the Untapped Potential of Mushrooms Around the country, growing numbers of people are discovering the many wonders and possibilities posed by fungi. But beyond providing food, medicine, sustainable materials, innovative remediation techniques, and enchanted forest outings, the under-examined kingdom …
Join us to shoot the season! Photo Walk Saturday, July 17, 9:00 – 11:00 am (Rain date: July 18) Presented by Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer Award-winning photographer Laura Ducceschi 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 …
Explore moths in the dark at Jenkins!Moth Night Saturday, July 17, 8:30 – 10:30 pm Discover the diversity of moths and the fun of "mothing" during this evening exploration! Join us to celebrate National Moth Week (July 17-25) with local moth enthusiast Barb Elliot, Co-Director of the Backyards for Nature program of Valley Forge Audubon Society. Learn all about moths with an indoor presentation, then head outdoors to a light station to see what we …
Learn the basics of portrait photography in an inspiring setting.Beginner Portrait Photography in NatureTuesday, July 20, 6:00 – 8:00 pm(Rain date: Tuesday, July 27)Presented by Angelina Minger, owner of Angelina M. PhotographyDo you love taking outdoor photos of family and friends but are a bit clueless when it comes to posing people and using your camera? Join photographer, Angelina Minger, to explore the basics of portrait photography and learn tricks for successful portraits in nature. …
Join us this season for our Summer Picnic Series! Thursday, July 22 from 5 pm – sunset Join us this season for our Summer Picnic Series! On the fourth Thursday of the month, Jenkins will be open for picnicking through the gardens. Pack your own snacks and beverages, or pre-order delicious bites and brews from our neighbors at La Cabra Brewing Smokehouse. Must be over 21 to purchase alcohol. All ages are welcome to attend. …
Fun for your little photographer!Photography Fun for KidsWednesday, July 28, 6:00 – 7:00 pm(Rain date: Thurs., July 29)Presented by Angelina Minger, owner of Angelina M. PhotographyGrab your camera for an adventure in photography at Jenkins! Photographer, Angelina Minger, will lead a walk-and-talk outdoor class highlighting scenic locations and seasonal interest. The goal of the class is to foster creativity in each budding photographer by learning tips about lighting, composition and different angles to find unique …
Join us for our Arbo-READ-um wrap-up event!Arbo-READ-um Final Discussion + TourThursday, July 29, 6:00 - 7:30 pmJenkins Arboretum & Gardens and Tredyffrin Township Libraries are excited to partner together on our first reading initiative, Arbo-READ-um. Join other readers for a talk and a walk! Engage with library staff in a final discussion of Doug Bierend’s In Search of Mycotopia: Citizen Science, Fungi Fanatics, and the Untapped Potential of Mushrooms. Enjoy a fungi-focused tour of the …