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  • Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill West

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

    WHEN Sunday, November 8, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm WHERE Laurel Hill West 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! Generously sponsored by

  • Nurture with Nature: The Circular Patterns of Nature

    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 workshops in the Nurture with Nature series invite participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. Our July workshop pays homage to the traditional Sanskrit creation of mandalas, or circular patterns representing the universe often used in meditation, we will create our own nature mandalas using found plant materials in Laurel Hill’s green burial gardens. Although temporary, like the seasons themselves, mandala creation allows

  • Nurture with Nature: Journey & Journal into Spring

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

    WHEN Saturday, May 16, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm WHERE Laurel Hill West 215 Belmont Avenue TICKETS 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 workshops in the Nurture with Nature series invite participants to learn about the uses and roles of specific native plants through the lens of natural cycles. Our hands-on May workshop kicks off the series by welcoming Spring. Join us for a slow, guided walk through Laurel Hill’s green burial gardens while harvesting a beautiful mix of

  • City Nature Challenge 2026

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

    The City Nature Challenge (CNC) is a four-day bioblitz where cities around the world record as much wildlife as possible. Wildlife is measured by the total number of observations, the number of species and the number of people making observations. CNC is also a great way to engage in community science and help document the biodiversity of our urban areas. The event takes place using the iNaturalist website and app. Any observation photo, geotagged from anywhere in the seven-county Philadelphia area (Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery and Bucks counties in Pennsylvania, and Camden, Gloucester and Burlington counties in New Jersey) and time-stamped

  • Philly Area City Nature Challenge Identification Day !

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

    City Nature Challenge is an annual initiative that invites people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Join us on May 9 along with naturalists, hobbyists and professionals as we learn how to identify species in the cemetery and arboretum. Bring the whole family for ID app tutorials, interactive games, basic exploration of taxonomy and classification, snacks, and conversation about the importance of biodiversity and environmental literacy. Presented in partnership with the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University This event is being hosted in coordination with Love Your Park Week, a citywide celebration of

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  • Beautiful Blooms: Spring Arbor Tour of Laurel Hill West

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

    Azaleas, cherries, and dogwoods, oh my! Enjoy the splendor of Laurel Hill’s certified arboretum in all of its spring glory. Aaron Greenberg, Board Certified Master Arborist and Arboretum Manager, will lead guests on a tour of spectacular flowering trees and shrubs of Laurel Hill West.

  • Members Only: Winter Tree Care – Tour and Lecture

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

    Join our Arboretum Manager—and tree expert—Aaron Greenberg for a special members-only workshop on how to set your trees up for success this season. We’ll begin outdoors (weather permitting) as Aaron demonstrates the art and science of proper winter pruning. Then we’ll head into the warmth of the Conservatory to enjoy hot chocolate and an engaging talk on tree pruning techniques and winter tree appreciation. Cost – FREE for members Directions – We will depart from the CONSERVATORY inside the cemetery (not the first building you see when you enter from Belmont Ave.). Directions for getting to Laurel Hill West are linked here. Laurel

  • Goatoberfest 2025 with Philly Goat Project

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

    Sat, Oct 18 Laurel Hill West Cemetery The most fun(d) you will ever have helping to support Philly's best non profit!! Hosted by the Fabulous Queen Dominique Lee!! Lots of free things with your ticket purchase! Mature guests, ages 14 and over! (and hand held babies!) About the event The best shenanigans in town are happening on Saturday, October 18th at the Conservatory at Laurel Hill West Cemetery. This event will take place indoors in the event of rain. Have a great time while making an even greater impact...with goats for Philadelphia! Come on time so you don't miss the

  • Wildflower Walkabout & Workshop

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

    🌱 Join Laurel Hill's Senior Horticulturist and native plant expert, Gregg Tepper, for a guided walkabout in Nature’s Sanctuary, a green burial meadow, to learn about the benefits of native plants, what makes them sustainable, their role in our ecosystem, and the differing types of plants native to our region. 🌸 Following the tour, you can create native plant bouquet to take home. 🥂 Light refreshments will be provided. RAIN DATE: Thursday, July 17th

    Free