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  • Winter Seed Sowing at Elkins Park Free Library

    Elkins Park Free Library 563 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA, United States

    Learn about growing native perennials in this easy way to start seeds.  The native seeds are started outside in containers so they are protected from wildlife and benefit from the cold temperatures of winter. This free indoor workshop will include all supplies and instruction by a Penn State Extension Master Gardener. You will also take home containers with seeds! Do you know, we’re using Bennett Compost’s eco-friendly soil, which replaces harmful peat moss and mined minerals like vermiculite with sustainable rice hulls and coconut coir. These ingredients improve drainage, create a light, airy soil structure, and support healthy root growth—all

  • Magnolia Magic at Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a special tree tour at Laurel Hill East, exploring its magnificent magnolia collection in full bloom! Led by Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg, this walk will showcase the recently dedicated Paul Meyer Memorial Magnolia Collection and highlight key species, cultivation tips, and the cemetery’s rich horticultural history. Discover stunning trees, fascinating botanical insights, and the unique beauty of this National Historic Landmark cemetery. Date & Location: Meet at the Gatehouse courtyard, 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. Parking available.

    $40

  • The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers

    Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

    Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycles before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

    $29

  • Tadpole Transformations

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Rd, Gladwyne, United States

    It’s that exciting time of the year again when our ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this fascinating annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the Preserve and see the tadpoles in action. This fun event is open to individuals and to families with children of all ages. Guests will explore the preserve and visit activity stations to learn all about frogs. Depending on the weather and other natural factors, we may see a lot of tadpoles or none at all,

    Free

  • Nurture with Nature – Aromatic Alchemy: Exploring Native Plant Smokes & Scrubs

    Laurel Hill Cemetery West 225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA

    Working with the healing power of plants can help to decrease stress and anxiety, process grief, and improve overall well-being. Combining eco-mindfulness and creative activities, the Nurture with Nature series invites participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. June’s Nurture with Nature session will have participants crafting their own rosemary smoking bundle using beautiful native plants! During this immersive experience, you’ll learn the art of collecting, wrapping, drying, and properly fumigating natural materials. We’ll journey through the fascinating origins of smoking blends, exploring their diverse uses across cultures and

    Free

  • Laurel Hill East’s Shade Trees of Summer

    Laurel Hill Cemetery East 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Take in the beautiful trees and gardens of Laurel Hill East’s certified arboretum on our summer tree tour. Aaron Greenberg, Board Certified Master Arborist and Arboretum Manager, will discuss some of the spectacular shade trees of Laurel Hill East!

  • Wellness: Mind, Body, Nature

    Palmer Park Frankford Ave & East Palmer Street, 2346 E Susquehanna Ave,, Philadelphia, United States

    Join us for a mindful day of action at Palmer Park! We’ll kick off with a community clean up, followed by a guided meditation, and a conversation on sustainable fashion/beauty, leave no trace, and the protection of public lands. You’ll leave grounded, inspired, and equipped to advocate for a healthier planet. Snacks and good company included!

    Free

  • Great Marsh Bat and Bug Night

    Great Marsh Institute 34 Moores Road,,, Elverson, United States

    Get a taste of the night life at the Great Marsh. Insects such as moths and caddisflies wake up when the sun sets. And where there are insects, other critters like bats show up to eat them. We will lure nocturnal insects in to observe and document them while we also keep track of and learn about bats flying above us. Bring a flashlight. Dress for buggy conditions and uneven natural surfaces. Please RSVP to lori@greatmarshinstitute.org. This will help us to organize and keep groups small. This event is free but donations are always welcome.

    Free

  • Nurture with Nature – Rooted Rhythms: Seasonal Cycles & Botanical Clay Art

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Connect with the changing seasons in our “Nurture with Nature” series with a hands-on workshop that celebrates the earth’s quiet wisdom. As autumn descends and plants begin their gentle journey inward, we’ll explore the fascinating activity happening beneath the earth’s surface. Discover how plants meticulously prepare for the winter season and gain a deeper understanding of how to align ourselves with nature’s inherent cycles and rhythms. We’ll discuss the crucial role of healthy soil and focus on three magnificent native plants that are at their most vibrant as summer concludes, beautifully marking the end of the growing cycle. Inspired by

  • Nature in a Victorian Cemetery

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Naturalism played a pivotal role in Victorian culture- in the living world and in that of the dead. Today our cemeteries continue this legacy. View Laurel Hill West with a naturalist’s eye on this walking tour that stops at some of our arboretum’s stately trees, deciphers the floral symbolism in stones and makes a visit to our award-winning green burial ground, Nature’s Sanctuary.

  • Fall Equinox and Meditation Walk at Laurel Hill West

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Just as the fall equinox is a time of transition in nature, it’s also an invitation to reflect on our own lives. As the trees around us begin to change colors, pull energy in, and release leaves for the winter, it can also be a time to prepare to turn inward and take stock of what we have and need. Join Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg with Energy Guide and Therapist Asia IrgangLaden for an arboretum walk that looks at seasonal change amongst the trees as we are guided in short meditations that engage with transformation and how to hold energy,

  • Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join our Arboretum Manager, Aaron Greenberg, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill East. Fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We’ll enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display, and discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter. Bring your walking shoes!

  • Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill West

    Laurel Hill West, Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, USA 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States

    Join our Arboretum Manager, Aaron Greenberg, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill West. From the dazzling reds of our sugar maple allée to the yellows and orange of sweet gum and hickory, fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We will discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter and enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display. Bring your walking shoes!

  • Ginkgo Trees: Ancient Wonders and Edible Treasures : Tama Matsuka Wong

    Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Join master forager and author, Tama Wong, at the Morris as we discover the fascinating world of one of the oldest living tree species on Earth: Ginkgo biloba! Known as a "living fossil," the ginkgo tree offers a unique lens into plant evolution, cultural heritage, and urban ecology. We’ll delve into the ginkgo’s symbolic and medicinal roles in East Asian cultures, as well as its uses in traditional and modern cuisine. In this engaging and sensory-rich course! A highlight of the program will be a hands-on workshop focused on the preparation and roasting of ginkgo nuts. Students will learn safe

    $40 – $45