Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Backyard Bogs
2024-03-02 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Dive into the ecology of our native wetlands

SATURDAY, MARCH 2
Backyard Bogs
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Nate Braddock, Hamilton Horticulture Apprentice, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Dive into the ecology of our native wetlands. Discover how you can incorporate a palette of strange and eye-catching plants including carnivorous pitcher plants and native orchids into your home garden. Through a presentation and interactive demonstration, learn how you can build and maintain a bog garden in a container or your own backyard.
Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30

Art Exhibition Opening Reception
2024-03-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Hesitation: Paintings by Valerie CraigOn View: March 9 – June 16, 2024Opening Reception: Sunday, March 10 from 2 – 4 PM. All are welcome.Hesitation explores the moments when something in nature catches your eye, causing you to stop, pause, or hesitate. This exhibition of paintings by Valerie Craig depicts the quiet moments of pause while journeying throughout the landscape. Known for her painterly approach and expressive brushwork, Valerie uses oil and watercolors to capture her subjects, including urban and rural landscapes, still-life, and sometimes figures in the landscape.Join us for an opening reception on March 10 from 2 – 4 PM. Enjoy remarks from the artist, light refreshments, and the company of other Jenkins supporters. The reception is free; all are welcome.

Winter Wonder (3/14)
2024-03-14 10:00 - 10:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Enjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14
Winter Wonder (All Ages)
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Amy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Winter is wonder-full! Enjoy a nature-themed read aloud followed by an activity and craft. Learn what plants and animals do during the winter season and celebrate our love for nature.
Click here to view all Winter Wonder dates. Classes are scheduled close to special days like Groundhog’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Leap Day, and St. Patrick’s Day.
All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 2–5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. Class will take place indoors.
Members: $5/class | Non-Members: $10/class

Evergreen Exploration (All Ages)
2024-03-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
There’s so much green in our gardens during the winter!

SUNDAY, MARCH 17
Evergreen Exploration (All Ages)
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Amy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
There’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 end with an indoor craft.
All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3+.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only.
Members: $10 | Non-Members: $15

Ecological All-Stars
2024-03-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Go green with an all-star native plant team!

SUNDAY, MARCH 17
Ecological All-Stars
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Steve Wright, Director of Horticulture/Curator of Plant Collections, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Go green with an all-star team! Through this on-site presentation, explore the various traits that make plants ecologically valuable and then learn about top native plant players. Steve’s 9-species all-star team is comprised of native woody plants that combine several of these traits for enormous ecological and environmental impact.
Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30

Tai Chi (3/20 – 4/3)
2024-03-20 09:30 - 10:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for a 3-week indoor Tai Chi series

Tai Chi
WEDNESDAYS | 3-week series: 3/20 – 4/3
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai Chi
Tai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of Jenkins will create a peaceful backdrop for your practice.
All levels welcome. Classes will be held INDOORS.
Members: $36/3-week series | Non-Members: $52/3-week series

Amphibians and Reptiles of the Mid-Atlantic
2024-03-21 19:00 - 20:30 | PA
Get a glimpse into the secretive world of these fascinating animals with an emphasis on species that are found regionallyTHURSDAY, MARCH 21 Amphibians and Reptiles of the Mid-Atlantic 7:00 – 8:30 PM Jim White, Biologist and Co-Author, Amphibians and Reptiles of Delmarva The wide diversity of freshwater and terrestrial habitats in the Mid-Atlantic region are home to a large variety of amphibians and reptiles. Common species like the American bullfrog and Eastern red-backed salamander live beside rare and spectacular amphibians like the barking treefrog and Eastern tiger salamander. Get a glimpse into the secretive world of these fascinating animals with an emphasis on species that are found in southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Free of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date) This virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series

Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music Concert (3/24)
2024-03-24 14:30 - 15:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Immerse yourself in classical music with the forest as a visual inspiration

SUNDAY, MARCH 24
Views of the Forest Through the Lens of Music
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Eric Huckins (french horn), Gergana Haralampieva (cello), and Zhenni Li-Cohen (piano/keyboard)
Join us for a concert that will immerse you in classical music with the forest as a visual inspiration. A musician meet-and-greet will follow. This concert is a collaboration between Allegro Music Consultants and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. Click here to view the three-part chamber music series.
Members: $30 | Non-Members: $35

Mindful Yoga (4/1 – 5/6)
2024-04-01 18:00 - 19:15 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga

Mindful Yoga
MONDAYS | 6-week series: 4/1 – 5/6
6:00 – 7:15 PM
Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor
In 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 slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.
All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.
The location of Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will be determined before the start of each series—virtual and/or indoor in-person options.
Members: $72/6-week series
Non-Members: $102/6-week series

Mindful Yoga (4/4 – 5/9)
2024-04-04 09:30 - 10:45 | PA
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga

Mindful Yoga
THURSDAYS | 6-week series: 4/4 – 5/9
9:30 – 10:45 AM
Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor
In 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 slowly with awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose.
All levels welcome; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications.
Our Thursday Morning Mindful Yoga classes will be held virtually.
Members: $72/6-week series
Non-Members: $102/6-week series

Golf Cart Garden Tours
2024-04-10 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-17 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-04-24 11:00 - 11:45, 2024-05-01 11:00 - 11:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!

Wednesday Walkabouts
2024-04-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-04-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-04-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!

Springtime Floral Centerpiece
2024-04-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Bring beautiful blooms indoors this spring with a hands-on workshop!

SATURDAY, APRIL 13
Springtime Floral Centerpiece
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff
Bring beautiful blooms indoors this spring with a hands-on workshop! Perfect as your dinner table focal point, a gift for a friend, or “just because,” these centerpieces will be a peppy celebration of the season. All materials provided—bring your creativity!
Members: $45 | Non-Members: $55

Creativi-Tree (All Ages)
2024-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States

Designing a Spring Sketchbook
2024-04-14 13:00 - 15:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Get outside and get sketching!

SUNDAY, APRIL 14
Designing a Spring Sketchbook
1:00 – 3:30 PM
Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator
Botanical art draws together art and science. What better way to become familiar with our Pennsylvania plants than by beginning a sketchbook? Explore basic botanical art techniques and review different approaches to making a sketchbook. Take a walk around the garden, then reconvene to share observations and work. A great way to start that sketchbook you have always wanted to create! All levels welcome.
Members: $40 | Non-Members: $50

Jenkins Juniors (4/16 – 5/7)
2024-04-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for 4 weeks of outdoor fun!

TUESDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIES
Jenkins Juniors (Ages 2–5)
4/16 – 5/7 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Amy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Let’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this spring! Each class will include a story, scenic strolls, and a creative craft. Our activities will encourage children to embrace their sense of wonder, and adults to rekindle theirs. Each week will have a different theme so join us for one or both series.
Suitable for ages 2–5. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration required for children only. Rain or shine; indoor space for inclement weather.
Members: $50/series | Non-Members: $60/series
Jenkins Juniors will also be held on 5/14 – 6 /4. Click here to register.

Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces
2024-04-18 19:00 - 20:30 | PA
Discover how tiny garden spaces can provide ecological benefits with native plants

THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Laura Cruz, Garden Designer and Horticulturist
Small spaces can have a big impact! Discover how tiny spaces such as containers, pocket meadows, and mini woodlands can provide ecological benefits with native plants. From petite trees and shrubs to well-behaved perennials, learn what to select for your garden just in time for spring planting!
Free of charge | Virtual event (a Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to lecture date)
This virtual lecture is a part of our Third Thursday Lecture series

The Garden Shop at Jenkins - Opening Day
2024-04-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
The Garden Shop’s outdoor nursery re-opens for the growing season on April 19 and will be open daily from 9 AM – 4 PM through October. With over 300 plants to choose from, including evergreen azaleas, deciduous azaleas, small trees, shrubs, houseplants, and numerous perennials for both shade and sun, The Garden Shop has something for everyone. Information cards will be on display for each plant providing a wealth of information such as site requirements, deer resistance, wildlife value, growth habit, and pictures in different seasons. Several of our offerings are uncommon, unusual, or even rare or endangered. The majority of the plants we offer for sale are propagated on-site at Jenkins.

Cash, checks, credit cards, Cash App and/or ApplePay are accepted in The Garden Shop. Don’t forget to bring your own box to transport plants home; new boxes are available to purchase in The Garden Shop.

Photo Walk
2024-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us to capture the season!

SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Photo Walk
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer
Capture 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 kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to shoot freely.
Rain date: Sunday, April 21
Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walk
Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 20, May 18, and June 15

Bird Walk (4/22)
2024-04-22 07:45 - 08:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Come birding with Bonnie!

MONDAY, APRIL 22
Bird Walk
7:45 – 8:45 AM
Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Search for spring migratory birds, and explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.
Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.
Free of charge

Tai Chi (4/24 – 5/29)
2024-04-24 09:30 - 10:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Join us for a 6-week outdoor Tai Chi series

Tai Chi
WEDNESDAYS | 6-week series: 4/24 – 5/29
9:30 – 10:30 AM
Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai Chi
Tai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of Jenkins will create a peaceful backdrop for your practice.
All levels welcome. Classes will be held outdoors with an indoor option available for inclement weather.
Members: $72/series | Non-Members: $102/series

Peak Bloom Photography
2024-04-26 18:00 - 2024-04-27 12:00 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Spring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms – join us for a two-day workshop!

Peak Bloom Photography
2-day Workshop:
FRIDAY, APRIL 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
SATURDAY, APRIL 27 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer
Spring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms with azaleas, rhododendrons, and flowering trees galore! Award-winning photographer Laura Ducceschi will illustrate some of the challenges and solutions to creating impactful floral photographs, including equipment, camera settings, lighting, and composition.
Friday evening’s indoor instruction will prepare you for photographing out in the gardens on Saturday morning. After spending time in the gardens, the group will reconvene indoors for supportive sharing.
Participants will need to bring a camera, a fully charged battery, and a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $80

Spring Volunteer Blitz
2024-04-27 08:30 - 11:30 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Wrap up your Earth Week activities with a Hort. Blitz at Jenkins! Each year, we invite our community to join us as we continue the restoration efforts in our natural areas. For this year’s spring Hort. Blitz we will be tackling the colonies of garlic mustard in our Conservation Woodlands. Meet at the Education Center and then walk with the group to the Conservation Woodlands where we will be working. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle. All tools provided. This event will be held completely outdoors.

Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5)
2024-04-29 10:00 - 10:45 | Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens, 631 Berwyn Baptist Road, Devon, PA, 19333, United States
Introduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits.

MONDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIES
Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5)
4/29 – 5/20 | 10:00 – 10:45 AM
Lisa Schwarcz, Yoga Instructor and Pediatric Physical Therapist
Introduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits. We will use stories, imagination, props, and music to engage children in moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and calming their minds.
Suitable for ages 2–5. Child-sized yoga mats will be provided. Adults must accompany their children and are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and participate during the classes. Registration required for children only. Rain or shine; indoor space for inclement weather.
Members: $48/series | Non-Members: $56/series
