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Member Meander: Belvidere
Member Meander: Belvidere
Thursday, June 29 from 3 - 5 PM or 5 - 7 PMMembers at the Sustaining Level and above ($500+) are invited to join us for an exclusive Member Meander at Belvidere, the private garden of Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Enjoy light refreshments while taking a tour of the gravel garden, vegetable garden, tropical containers, and many rare and unusual plant specimens. This event is free for members …
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: June 30
Garden Shop Pop-Up: June 30
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed, how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On June 30, stop by The Garden Shop to learn how to propagate Hydrangea, Clethra, and Itea from cuttings. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 7
Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 7
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed, how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On July 7, stop by The Garden Shop to learn how to propagate succulents. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.
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Mindful Yoga (7/10 – 8/14)
Mindful Yoga (7/10 – 8/14)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga MONDAYS | 6-week series: 7/10 – 8/14 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; …
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Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Draw your way through Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 11Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)9:30 AM – 12:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffDraw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by …
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Join us for a nature-themed read aloud at Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 11Summer Storytime (All Ages)10:00 – 10:30 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us for a nature-themed read aloud in Jenkins’ very own secret garden—the Explorer Garden! Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while listening to engaging stories.Special Storytime on 7/18 with Maria Rodale, author of the Mrs. Peanuckle series.All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3–6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain …
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Meditation in Motion
Meditation in Motion
Slow down and move with your body, mind, and breath to develop a sense of calmness and well-being.WEDNESDAY, JULY 12Meditation in Motion9:30 – 10:30 AMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiMeditation in Motion workshops incorporate elements of Qi Gong and Tai Chi walking to help us balance the active and passive, the yielding and wielding parts of ourselves. Slow down and move with your body, mind, and breath to develop a sense of calmness and well-being.All …
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Mindful Yoga (7/13 – 8/17)
Mindful Yoga (7/13 – 8/17)
Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga. Mindful Yoga THURSDAYS | 6-week series: 7/13 – 8/17 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; …
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 14
Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 14
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed,how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On July 14, stop by The Garden Shop to learn how to manage powdery mildew, aphids, and general malaise as summer heats up. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.
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Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Draw your way through Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 18Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)9:30 AM – 12:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffDraw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by …
Summer Storytime with Mrs. Peanuckle
Summer Storytime with Mrs. Peanuckle
Join us for a special storytime with author Maria Rodale!TUESDAY, JULY 18 Summer Storytime with Mrs. Peanuckle 10:00 – 10:30 AM Sponsored by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens + Tredyffrin Library's Arbo-READ-um partnershipDid you know that Maria Rodale also secretly writes children’s books? Secret, no more! Enjoy a nature-themed read aloud with Maria Rodale (aka Mrs. Peanuckle) and a librarian from Tredyffrin Public Library. A book signing will be held at the end of the event. …
Love, Nature, Magic Author Event
Love, Nature, Magic Author Event
Join us for a special event with author Maria Rodale!TUESDAY, JULY 18Love, Nature, Magic Author Event11:30 AM – 12:30 PMSponsored by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens + Tredyffrin Library's Arbo-READ-um partnershipJoin us for a reading of Love, Nature, Magic and Q&A conversation with bestselling author, activist, and garden expert Maria Rodale. Light refreshments and a book signing will be held at the end of the event. Books will be available for purchase. Free of charge
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Discover Tai Chi
Discover Tai Chi
Join us for an introduction to the ancient practice of Tai Chi.WEDNESDAY, JULY 19Discover Tai Chi9:30 – 10:30 AMAimée 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 …
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Strangers in the Night: Moth Ecology and Conservation
Strangers in the Night: Moth Ecology and Conservation
Explore the essential roles moths play in ecosystems.THURSDAY, JULY 20Strangers in the Night: Moth Ecology and Conservation7:00 – 8:30 PMElena Tartaglia, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Bergen Community CollegeExplore the essential roles moths play in ecosystems as pollinators, links in food webs, and decomposers, as well as their importance to humans. Learn about conservation threats to moths and other insects in urban environments and how to attract them for close observation. Elena Tartaglia is also a …
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 21
Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 21
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed,how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On July 21, stop by The Garden Shop to learn all about terrariums (for carnivorous plants, moisture-loving plants and succulents). Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.
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Iris Rhizome Sale
Iris Rhizome Sale
Delaware Valley Iris Society invites you to its Iris Rhizome Sale. Pre-ordering is encouraged but there will be plenty of opportunities for walk-in customers at the event. All are welcome!To pre-order irises:• Look for the pre-order catalog to be released to the public on Friday, June 30 on the Delaware Valley Iris Society website.• Ordering begins at 8 AM, July 1 and ends at midnight, July 10• Orders will be received via email to grh3@psu.edu• …
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Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Draw your way through Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 25Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)9:30 AM – 12:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffDraw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by …
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Join us for a nature-themed read aloud at Jenkins!TUESDAY, JULY 25Summer Storytime (All Ages)10:00 – 10:30 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us for a nature-themed read aloud in Jenkins’ very own secret garden—the Explorer Garden! Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while listening to engaging stories.Special Storytime on 7/18 with Maria Rodale, author of the Mrs. Peanuckle series.All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3–6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain …
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Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)
Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)
Get to know some of the critters that live in our garden!THURSDAY, JULY 27Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)10:00 – 10:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffGet to know some of the critters that live in our garden! Birds, bees, and butterflies are not only beautiful, but they are also important to the overall health of the Arboretum. Enjoy our glorious gardens with a guided nature walk and outdoor activities as we …
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 28
Garden Shop Pop-Up: July 28
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed,how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On July 28, stop by The Garden Shop to paint rocks to use as garden markers. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum &Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.
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Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)
Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)
Come be a nature detective and notice the natural world around us!SATURDAY, JULY 29Learn Your Plants! (Ages 5+)10:00 – 11:00 AMOlivia Kirkpatrick, Landscape Designer, GreenWeaver LandscapesHave you ever wondered what types of plants grow in your backyard or at Jenkins? Come be a nature detective and notice similarities, differences, shapes, and colors in the natural world around us. Learn tips and tricks to identify common native plants. Bring your curiosity and observation skills!Suitable for ages …
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Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)
Draw your way through Jenkins!TUESDAY, AUGUST 1Sidewalk Chalk Walks (All Ages)9:30 AM – 12:00 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffDraw your way through Jenkins! Use sidewalk chalk to create beautiful nature-related art from the John J. Willaman Education Center down the main path through the garden. Don’t miss these special mornings of family fun and endless doodling.All ages welcome. Chalk will be provided—just bring your creativity! Please check in before starting. Children must be accompanied by …
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Summer Storytime (All Ages)
Join us for a nature-themed read aloud at Jenkins!TUESDAY, AUGUST 1Summer Storytime (All Ages)10:00 – 10:30 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us for a nature-themed read aloud in Jenkins’ very own secret garden—the Explorer Garden! Enjoy a morning out and learn something new while listening to engaging stories.Special Storytime on 7/18 with Maria Rodale, author of the Mrs. Peanuckle series.All ages welcome; most suitable for ages 3–6. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain …
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Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)
Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)
Get to know some of the critters that live in our garden!THURSDAY, AUGUST 3Critters in the Garden: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies (Ages 2+)10:00 – 10:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffGet to know some of the critters that live in our garden! Birds, bees, and butterflies are not only beautiful, but they are also important to the overall health of the Arboretum. Enjoy our glorious gardens with a guided nature walk and outdoor activities as we …
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Garden Shop Pop-Up: August 4
Garden Shop Pop-Up: August 4
Join us on Fridays at 10:30 AM throughout the season for garden-themed, how-to demos with Jenkins staff! On August 4, stop by The Garden Shop to learn how to pot up fall containers. Meet outside The Garden Shop in the John J. Willaman Education Center at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. This program is free; all are welcome. Registration is not required.