Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga.Mindful Yoga 4-Week Series on Mondays, June 5 - 26, 6 – 7:15 PM Janet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn our busy and stressful lives, it is important to prioritize mental and physical wellbeing. Our Mindful Hatha 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; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants may find yoga blocks and straps beneficial.This Mindful Yoga series may have in-person and virtual options.Members: $48/series | Non-Members:

Explore the current understanding of bees in cities and the future of urban bee research.City-Dwelling Bees: Urban Ecology and Urban Theory Thursday, June 15, 7 – 8:30 PM Austin Martin, PhD student, Geography and Urban Studies, Temple University Although it may seem counterintuitive, cities can serve as effective havens for bees in a national landscape replete with intensive agriculture and toxic lawns. Explore the current understanding of bees in cities, including Austin Martin’s research on native bees in Detroit and its neighboring suburbs. This lecture will also illuminate existing shortcomings in urban ecological research and discuss how urban political ecology

Join us to capture the season!Photo WalkSaturday, June 17, 9 – 11 AM(rain date: Sunday, 6/18)Laura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer 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 a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30Photo Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, April 15, May 20, and

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Wednesday WalkaboutsWednesdays, April 12 – June 28, 1 – 2 PMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesday afternoons this spring to rejoice in the re-emergence of our beautiful gardens. Each week’s tour will have a different focus depending on the seasonal landscape and staff leader. Topics may include spring wildflowers, flowering trees, or our nationally accredited collections of rhododendrons, azaleas, and mountain laurels. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!NOTE: Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times.Free of charge

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 5 – AUGUST 30Summer Wednesday Walkabouts10:00 – 11:00 AM (NEW - earlier time for summer!)Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this summer for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, summer wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga.Mindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 7/10 – 8/146:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn 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; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications. The location of our Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes

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 an adult. Shine only.Free of chargeSidewalk Chalk Walks are scheduled for July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug 1, Aug 8, and Aug 15

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

Learn how to sketch freely, capture light, improve your observation skills, and enhance your creativity!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 19 – AUGUST 9 Sunset Sketching Series 7:00 – 8:30 PM 4-week series Nicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-Action There’s something special about being in nature and capturing its beauty on paper. As the sun begins to set at Jenkins, join artist Nicola Loughlin to learn how to sketch freely, capture light, improve your observation skills, and enhance your creativity! This sunset series offers a fun and supportive environment to develop your skills and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. All materials included. Suitable for

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 co-founder of National Moth Week and will introduce you to this global-scale community science project celebrating the importance and beauty of moths and other nocturnal

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 5 – AUGUST 30Summer Wednesday Walkabouts10:00 – 11:00 AM (NEW - earlier time for summer!)Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this summer for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, summer wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

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 discover the winged wildlife in our world.Suitable for ages 2 and up. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.

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 5 and up. Classes will take place outdoors. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. Members: $10/class | Non-Members: $15/class

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 or shine, indoor space for inclement weather.Free of chargeSummer Storytime will take place on July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug 1, Aug 8, and

Slow down and move with your body, mind, and breath to develop a sense of calmness and well-being.WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9Meditation 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 levels welcome. Classes will be held outdoors with an indoor option available for inclement weather.Members: $12/class | Non-Members: $18/classMeditation in Motion classes will be held

Get to know some of the critters that live in our garden!THURSDAY, AUGUST 10Critters 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 discover the winged wildlife in our world.Suitable for ages 2 and up. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us for an introduction to the ancient practice of Tai Chi.WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16Discover 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 form. All levels welcome. Classes will be held outdoors with an indoor option available for inclement weather.Members: $12/class | Non-Members: $18/classDiscover Tai Chi classes will

Learn how to cultivate soil health, restore soil vitality, and encourage microbial populations.THURSDAY, AUGUST 17Cultivating Soil Health7:00 – 8:30 PMMark Highland, President, The Organic Mechanics Soil CompanySponsored by Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens + Tredyffrin Library's Arbo-READ-um partnershipSoils are the foundation of every garden, but knowing how to care for optimum soil health can be misunderstood. Join The Organic Mechanic, Mark Highland, for a discussion on how to cultivate soil health, restore soil vitality, and encourage microbial populations that provide ecosystem services. Participants will learn easy-to-implement soil care that maximizes ecosystem benefits and plant health for gardens of all sizes. Free

Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!WEDNESDAYS, JULY 5 – AUGUST 30Summer Wednesday Walkabouts10:00 – 11:00 AM (NEW - earlier time for summer!)Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffJoin us on Wednesdays this summer for walking tours through our glorious gardens. Each week will have a different focus depending on the staff leader and the seasonal landscape. Topics could include Jenkins’ history, summer wildflowers, pollinators, native trees, and much more. Get outside and discover Jenkins with us!Large groups are requested to schedule private guided tours at other times (contact tours@jenkinsarboretum.org).Free of charge

Introduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits.MONDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIES Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5) 9/11 – 10/9 | 9:30 – 10:15 AM (NO CL ASS 9/25) Lisa Schwarcz, Yoga Instructor and Pediatric Physical Therapist Introduce 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. Suitable for ages 2–5. Child-sized yoga mats will be provided. Adults must accompany their children and are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and participate during the classes.

Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season! An award-winning photographer 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 a camera card with space to shoot freely. Photographers with any kind of camera can benefit, but DSLRs are recommended.Rain date: Sunday, 9/17Members: $20/walk | Non-Members: $30/walkPhoto Walks are scheduled for Saturdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, and Nov

Explore recent research on the pollination strategy and fly pollinator of pawpaw.THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21Flowers, Flies, and Fermentation: The Pollination Ecology of Pawpaw7:00 – 8:30 PMKate Goodrich, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Widener UniversityThe pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fascinating local tree that produces the largest native fruits in North America. Pawpaw was widely known and consumed by indigenous people and early colonists, but it is less well-known today. Biologist Kate Goodrich will share her recent research on the pollination strategy of this tree, and the fly species responsible for pollination—and fruit set—of pawpaw. She’ll also share some of the historical and

Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 From Drawing to Painting: Botanical Art as a Process 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator Create botanical art in guided steps with Margaret Saylor. Capture a botanical subject in a simple line drawing; then transfer it to watercolor paper and create a painting. Learn how to correct a drawing and select watercolors to build a palette, and explore painting techniques that suit your style and subject. All levels welcome; some drawing experience helpful but not necessary. A recommended materials list is available for review

Connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much more!SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24Gemstone Bracelets for Release & Relaxation1:00 – 2:30 PMJessica O’Connell, Owner, Beads of a FeatherWith the changing of seasons, we are reminded of the importance of transition and the restoration that can be found in all phases. Together we will take time to soak into the present, aiding to release what is no longer needed in order to grow and move forward. After brief education and guided meditation, connect with a cosmic collection of all-natural gemstones that encourage release, relaxation, and so much

Come be a nature detective and notice the natural world around us!SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Learn 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 5 and up. Classes will take place outdoors. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. Members: $10/class | Non-Members: $15/class

Learn how to tell when seed is viable, mature, and ready to be collected.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Seed Saving Workshop 10:00 – 11:30 AM Helen Standen, Nursery & Greenhouse Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Have you always wanted to save seeds from your own garden, but you’re not sure where to start? Join us to learn how to tell when seed is viable, mature, and ready to be collected. With an indoor presentation followed by hands-on practice, put your new knowledge to the test by cleaning a variety of seeds and preparing them for storage. Techniques taught will focus mainly on

Learn to design a sketchbook spread and fill it with beautiful observations and botanically correct drawings.MONDAYS, OCTOBER 2 – 30 Botanical Observations: Designing a Sketchbook of Autumn Subjects 6:30 – 8:30 PM 5-week virtual series 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 family of specimens each week as you create your sketchbook pages. Not only will you learn about that week’s botanical theme, but you’ll see how these subjects fit into the

Take time out of your busy schedule to practice Mindful Yoga.Mindful YogaMONDAYS | 6-week series: 10/9 – 11/136:00 – 7:15 PMJanet Muti, Yoga InstructorIn 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; modifications and variations will be offered. Participants must have yoga blocks and straps available to take advantage of the variety of modifications. The location of Monday Evening Mindful Yoga classes will

Learn how to turn your next click into a powerful photograph!SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14Focus on Photo Composition9:00 AM – 1:00 PMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerThe tools of composition are powerful ways to create more interesting, dynamic photographs. Beyond technical settings, the decisions of subject placement, light, line, and point of view will lead the viewer’s eye to what is important to you, the artist. Join us to learn how to turn your next click into a powerful photograph! After brief indoor instruction, head outside to create photographs along the garden paths at Jenkins, reconvening for supportive sharing.Participants will need to bring

Learn to paint using carefully crafted wine pigments instead of paint.SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15Paint with Wine Pigments3:00 – 5:00 PMNicola Loughlin, Owner and Artist, Entwined-ActionExplore the wonderful things you can do with wine! Learn to paint using carefully crafted wine pigments instead of paint. Discover how to blend, create washes, and build techniques in this unique art workshop. Working on cold pressed watercolor paper, create a selection of contemporary art pieces using wine pigments with the guidance of a professional artist.All art materials and a complimentary glass of wine (for ages 21+) are included. Suitable for beginning and experienced artists. No

Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, OCTOBER 16 Bird Walk 8:00 – 9:00 AM Bonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Go 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, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good traction. Rain or shine.

Join us for 5 weeks of outdoor fun!TUESDAYS, 5-WEEK SERIESJenkins Juniors (Ages 2–4)10/17 – 11/ 14 | 10:00 – 11:00 AMAmy Mawby, Education Manager, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensLet’s go exploring—get your little ones outside this fall! 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 a different theme so join us for one or both series!Suitable for ages 2–4. Children must be walking (no strollers) and must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine, indoor space