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Fall Florals Centerpiece (AM Workshop)
Fall Florals Centerpiece (AM Workshop)
Bring beautiful blooms indoors this fall!Fall Florals CenterpieceSaturday, October 8, 10:00 – 11:30 am Presented by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffBring beautiful blooms indoors this fall! Join us for a hands-on workshop to create your own seasonal masterpiece. Play with colors and textures as you arrange your centerpiece with flowers and foliage. All materials provided – just bring your creativity!Members: $35; Non-Members: $45*we are also holding a Fall Florals Centerpiece workshop from 12:30 – 2:00 …
Fall Florals Centerpiece (PM Workshop)
Fall Florals Centerpiece (PM Workshop)
Bring beautiful blooms indoors this fall!Fall Florals CenterpieceSaturday, October 8, 12:30 - 2:00 pm Presented by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffBring beautiful blooms indoors this fall! Join us for a hands-on workshop to create your own seasonal masterpiece. Play with colors and textures as you arrange your centerpiece with flowers and foliage. All materials provided – just bring your creativity!Members: $35; Non-Members: $45*we are also holding a Fall Florals Centerpiece workshop from 10:00 – 11:30 …
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Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)
Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)
Enjoy fall migration at Jenkins!Bird Walk for Families (Ages 6+)Wednesday, October 12, 5:00 – 5:45 pmLed by Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for birding with Bonnie! Explore various habitats during fall migration, 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 …
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Photo Walk
Photo Walk
Join us to capture seasonal beauty at Jenkins!Photo WalkSaturday, October 15, 9:00 – 11:00 am(Rain date: Sunday, October 16)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 …
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Designing a Fall Sketchbook
Designing a Fall Sketchbook
Explore basic botanical art techniques and learn how to make a sketchbookDesigning a Fall Sketchbook Sunday, October 16, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Presented by 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? Join Margaret Saylor to explore basic botanical art techniques, view different approaches to making a sketchbook, and take a walk around the gardens …
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Bird Walk
Bird Walk
Special bird walk during fall migration!Bird WalkMonday, October 17, 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 fall migration. 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, …
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Jenkins Juniors (10/18 – 11/15)
Jenkins Juniors (10/18 – 11/15)
Join us for 5 weeks of outdoor fun! Jenkins Juniors (Ages 2 – 4) 5-Week Series on Tuesdays, October 18 – November 15, 10:00 – 11:00 am Presented by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens staff and volunteers 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. …
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Mindful Yoga (10/20 – 12/1)
Mindful Yoga (10/20 – 12/1)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Thursdays, October 20 – December 1 (no class 11/24), 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 …
The Forest Pests and Firewood Connection
The Forest Pests and Firewood Connection
Explore how invasive insects and diseases are affecting our forestsThe Forest Pests and Firewood ConnectionThursday, October 20, 7:00 – 8:30 pmPresented by Leigh Greenwood, Forest Health Program Director, The Nature ConservancyForests across all of North America are increasingly impacted by invasive insects and diseases like emerald ash borer and spotted lanternfly. Forest health expert Leigh Greenwood will take a global approach to describing what can (and maybe already has!) become a problem in your own …
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The Art and Science of Leaves (Ages 6+)
The Art and Science of Leaves (Ages 6+)
Learn about leaves with a nature walk and art project!The Art and Science of Leaves (Ages 6+) Saturday, October 22, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Presented by Amy Mawby and Bonnie Witmer, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Join us for fall fun at Jenkins! Head outdoors for a nature walk to explore the season. Discover the science behind why leaves turn color and go on a leaf hunt to look at shapes, textures and autumn splendor. Bring …
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Mindful Yoga (10/24 – 11/28)
Mindful Yoga (10/24 – 11/28)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga 6-Week Series on Mondays, October 24 – November 28, 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 …
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Learn to Crochet/Knit Science Data
Learn to Crochet/Knit Science Data
Join us for a science stitching workshop!Learn to Crochet/Knit Science DataSaturday, October 29, 10 - 11 AMLaura Guertin, Ph.D., Featured Artist and Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences, Penn State BrandywineRainfall and snowfall and temperature, oh my! Join Dr. Laura Guertin to explore how to crochet science data using examples from her exhibition, Stitching Climate Science & Solutions. Learn where the data comes from and how to search for data that has meaning to you. Connect …
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Halloween Storytime & Sidewalk Chalk Walk (All Ages)
Halloween Storytime & Sidewalk Chalk Walk (All Ages)
Join us for special spooky storytime + chalk walk at Jenkins!Halloween Storytime & Sidewalk Chalk Walk (All Ages)Monday, October 31Storytime: 10:00 – 10:30 AMSidewalk Chalk Walk: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMLed by Amy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensJoin us for a special Halloween-themed read aloud for our littlest nature lovers! Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while listening to engaging stories. After storytime, stay for sidewalk chalk! Doodle with seasonal colors …
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Fall Color Photography Workshop
Join us for a two-day photography class focused on fall foliage!Fall Color Photography Workshop A two-day class: Friday, November 4, 6:00 – 8:30 pm and Saturday, November 5, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Presented by Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art Photographer Do you love fall foliage but can’t seem to get the colors to translate into the perfect photo? Special strategies are needed to enable cameras to capture the rich and saturated tones that take our …