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Mindful Yoga (7/7 – 8/11)
Mindful Yoga (7/7 – 8/11)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Thursdays, July 7 – August 11, 9:30 – 10:45 am Presented by Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor Throughout our busy and often stressful lives, take time to practice Mindful Hatha Yoga. Our practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with moment-to-moment awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose. All …
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Printmaking from Nature
Printmaking from Nature
Join us for our Second Saturday Workshop!Printmaking from Nature Saturday, July 9, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Presented by Bonnie Witmer, Artist and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens In this nature-based art workshop, we will focus on printing with flowers, leaves, and stems from the gardens, using ink to print on rice paper. No previous experience is necessary to achieve lovely results with this hand printing monoprint technique! We will pay attention to …
Printmaking from Nature for Families (Ages 6+)
Printmaking from Nature for Families (Ages 6+)
Join us to make art from nature!Printmaking from Nature for Families (Ages 6+) Saturday, July 9, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Presented by Bonnie Witmer, Artist and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens In this nature-based art workshop, we will focus on printing with flowers, leaves, and stems from the gardens, using ink to print on rice paper. No previous experience is necessary to achieve lovely results with this hand printing monoprint technique! We will …
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Bird Walk
Bird Walk
Special bird walk during summer breeding season!Bird WalkMonday, July 11, 8:00 – 9:00 amLed by Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for birding with Bonnie! Enjoy early access to Jenkins during summer breeding. 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, …
Mindful Yoga (7/11 – 8/15)
Mindful Yoga (7/11 – 8/15)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Mondays, July 11 – August 15, 6:00 – 7:15 pm Presented by Janet Muti, Yoga Instructor Throughout our busy and often stressful lives, take time to practice Mindful Hatha Yoga. Our practice will consist of gentle stretching and strengthening exercises done slowly with moment-to-moment awareness of breath and sensations that arise as we move from pose to pose. All …
2 events,
2 events,
Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)
Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)
Enjoy summer breeding season at Jenkins!Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 – 6:45 pmLed by Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for birding with Bonnie! Explore various habitats during summer breeding, 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 …
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Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2-3)
Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2-3)
Join us for outdoor yoga for kids!Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2-3)4-week Series: Thursdays, July 14 – August 4, 9:30 – 10:15 amPresented by Lisa Schwarcz, Yoga Instructor and Pediatric Physical TherapistIntroduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits. We will use stories, imagination, props and music to engage the children in moving their bodies, exploring their breath and calming their minds. Child-sized yoga mats will be provided. Adults must accompany their …
Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 4-6)
Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 4-6)
Join us for outdoor yoga for kids!Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 4-6)4-week Series: Thursdays, July 14 – August 4, 10:30 – 11:15 amPresented by Lisa Schwarcz, Yoga Instructor and Pediatric Physical TherapistIntroduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits. We will use stories, imagination, props and music to engage the children in moving their bodies, exploring their breath and calming their minds. Child-sized yoga mats will be provided. Adults must accompany their …
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Discover Tai Chi (7/20)
Discover Tai Chi (7/20)
Explore Tai Chi at Jenkins!Discover Tai ChiWednesday, July 20, 9:30 – 10:30 amPresented by Aimée 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 beauty of Jenkins will create an inspirational backdrop to practice and work on the form.All levels welcome. Classes …
Art & Mindfulness Workshop (7/20)
Art & Mindfulness Workshop (7/20)
Dabble in multimedia in an inspiring outdoor setting!Art & Mindfulness WorkshopWednesdays, July 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17 and 24, 6:00 – 7:30 pmPresented by Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-ActionCreatively unwind through art with this Art & Mindfulness Workshop! Join Nicola Loughlin to explore different techniques and processes through a range of inspirational & fun concepts. From felt tip and ink to clay and watercolor, there’s always something new to try amid the tranquil …
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PA’s Rare, Threatened & Endangered Plants & Unique Habitats They Live In
PA’s Rare, Threatened & Endangered Plants & Unique Habitats They Live In
Discover Pennsylvania's special plant speciesPA’s Rare, Threatened and Endangered Plants and the Unique Habitats They Live In Thursday, July 21, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Presented by Cheyenne Moore, Plant Conservation Network Coordinator, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Pennsylvania is home to over 3,000 plant species, and among them are hundreds of rare, threatened, and endangered species. Explore how we determine what species fit into each of those categories. Many of Pennsylvania’s rare, threatened, …
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3 events,
Arbo-READ-um Virtual Author Visit with Dr. Kimberly Nicholas
Arbo-READ-um Virtual Author Visit with Dr. Kimberly Nicholas
Join us on Wednesday, July 27 at 12:00 p.m. for a virtual author visit with Dr. Kimberly Nicholas followed by Q&A! Join Tredyffrin Public Library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens for the 2nd annual Arbo-READ-um Community Read Event. The Arbo-READ-um event is a program series born from a collaboration between the library and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. During the program, the library and the arboretum work together to provide opportunities to promote literacy, library and …
Art & Mindfulness Workshop (7/27)
Art & Mindfulness Workshop (7/27)
Dabble in multimedia in an inspiring outdoor setting!Art & Mindfulness WorkshopWednesdays, July 27, 6:00 – 7:30 pm*Workshops also scheduled for: July 20, August 3, 10, 17 and 24Presented by Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-ActionCreatively unwind through art with this Art & Mindfulness Workshop! Join Nicola Loughlin to explore different techniques and processes through a range of inspirational & fun concepts. From felt tip and ink to clay and watercolor, there’s always something new to …
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Pond Photography Workshop
Join us for a two-day photography class focused on our Pond!Pond Photography Workshop A two-day class: Friday, July 29, 6:00 – 8:30 pm and Saturday, July 30, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Presented by Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer The Pond at Jenkins is a showstopper in the summer! From wildlife to bold flowers and leaf textures, the Pond provides the perfect opportunity to learn and practice skills for creating both landscape and close-up images. …
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Moth Night
Moth Night
Explore moths in the dark at Jenkins!Moth NightSaturday, July 30, 8:30 – 10:30 pm (inclement weather date: Sun, July 31)Presented by Barb Elliot, Co-Director, Backyards for Nature Program of the Valley Forge Audubon SocietyDiscover the diversity of moths and the fun of "mothing" during this evening exploration! Join us to celebrate National Moth Week (July 23 - 31) with local moth enthusiasts Barb Elliot and Sheryl Johnson. Learn all about moths with an indoor presentation, …
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Art & Mindfulness Workshop (8/3)
Art & Mindfulness Workshop (8/3)
Dabble in multimedia in an inspiring outdoor setting!Art & Mindfulness WorkshopWednesdays, August 3, 6:00 – 7:30 pm*Workshops also scheduled for: July 20, 27 August 10, 17 and 24Presented by Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-ActionCreatively unwind through art with this Art & Mindfulness Workshop! Join Nicola Loughlin to explore different techniques and processes through a range of inspirational & fun concepts. From felt tip and ink to clay and watercolor, there’s always something new to …
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Five Easy Steps for Home Composting
Five Easy Steps for Home Composting
Everyone can compost - no backyard needed!Five Easy Steps for Home Composting Thursday, August 4, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Presented by Colleen Falicki, Founder, Back to Earth Compost Crew Everyone can compost! Composting keeps food waste out of landfills and promotes healthy garden soil. If you have thought about composting but didn’t know how to begin, or if you tried but were unsuccessful, join us to learn the basics and get your questions answered. No …