Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Wednesday Walkabouts Every Wednesday, July 6 – November 16, 1:00 – 2:00 pm Led by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Join us on Wednesday afternoons this summer and fall as we celebrate the change of seasons. Jenkins’ staff will lead you on in-person tours through the garden featuring our robust botanical collections. Each week will have a different focus, depending on the seasonal landscape and the staff leader. Topics …

Join us for an 8-week virtual botanical illustration seriesBotanical Observations: Autumn Objects of Field and Forest8-Week Virtual Series on Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pmSeptember 6 – November 1 (no class 10/18)Presented by Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Let’s take a closer look at some of the wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world! Join Margaret Saylor virtually to draw (or paint) a new specimen each week. Not only will we learn …

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us! Wednesday Walkabouts Every Wednesday, July 6 – November 16, 1:00 – 2:00 pm Led by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Staff Join us on Wednesday afternoons this summer and fall as we celebrate the change of seasons. Jenkins’ staff will lead you on in-person tours through the garden featuring our robust botanical collections. Each week will have a different focus, depending on the seasonal landscape and the staff leader. …

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Thursdays, September 8 – October 13, 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 …

Create unique artwork as you explore elements in nature!A Celebration of Color Art Workshop Saturday, September 10, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Presented by Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-Action Inspired by artists such as Jen Stark and Isaac Abrams, this workshop aims to promote a love of color and acts as a general mood booster for the soul! Exploring creative play with a focus on mindfulness, join Nicola Loughlin to create unique artwork using …

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Mondays, September12 – October 17, 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 levels …

Join us for 5 weeks of outdoor fun!Jenkins Juniors (Ages 2 – 4)5-Week Series on Tuesdays, September 13 - October 11, 10:00 – 11:00 amPresented by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens staff and volunteersLet’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 …

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Join us for outdoor yoga for kids!Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2-3)4-week Series: Thursdays, September 15 – October 6, 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 …

Discover native grasses with Jenkins' Executive Director, Tom Smarr Native Grasses for Your Garden Thursday, September 15, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Presented by Tom Smarr, Executive Director, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Grasses are not just in the lawn or a green tuft along the roadside. Grasses are an important part of the ecological structure of many plant communities, plus provide aesthetic interest in the garden. There are a wide variety of native species that grow …

Join us to capture seasonal beauty at Jenkins!Photo WalkSaturday, September 17, 9:00 – 11:00 am(Rain date: Sunday, September 18)Presented by Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerJoin us to shoot the season! 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 …

Learn about native plants that will help hold your groundHold Your Ground! Reducing Soil Erosion with Native Plants Sunday, September 18, 2:00 – 3:00 pm Presented by Steve Wright, Director of Horticulture/Curator, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Erosion can be a big challenge for many homeowners. Join Steve Wright for an indoor presentation to explore botanical solutions to help reduce soil erosion on your property, as he introduces you to several native plant species that will …

Join us for a 6-week outdoor Tai Chi seriesTai Chi6-Week Series on Wednesdays, Sept. 21 – Oct. 26, 9:30 – 10:30 amPresented by Aimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiTai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. While teaching the Tai Chi form, Aimée Alegría Barry introduces the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm …

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!