(adults) Practice gratitude by creating a personalized piece for a loved one! Play with the floral bounty of autumn and create a beautiful arrangement with blooms such as sunflowers, celosia, kale, thistle, calla lilies, various fall foliage and berries. In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging them.…
(adults only) Join John Beirne, Director of Horticulture, for an early winter walk through our gardens and woodlands—a seasonal exploration of nature’s quiet beauty. Discover how plants adapt to survive the cold months ahead, and take in the striking silhouettes of bare branches set against the pale, slanting light of early December in New Jersey.…
(ages 15 and up) Immerse yourself in the calming embrace of yoga, set in a serene winter landscape, bathed in moonlight and gently falling snow. Led by yogi Suzanne Henry, this special holiday session will guide you through mindful practices to support breath, flexibility, strength, and inner balance—inviting relaxation, emotional clarity, and a deeper connection…
(for adults) Forest Bathing, also known as Nature and Forest Therapy, is a slow, meditative walk in nature that takes a holistic view of the physiological, mental, emotional, and psycho-spiritual benefits of connecting deeply with the natural world. This practice engages the senses rather than the intellect, helping to calm the mind and restore balance.…
(ages 4 and up with an adult) Grab your map and sense of adventure! Families will search high and low on the Arboretum grounds to solve clues and learn about the many ways people celebrate the holidays. Families can check in at the Wisner House anytime between 10am and 1pm to receive their map and…
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers, and caregivers celebrate the holidays with music, active nature play, and sensorimotor activities designed to deepen our connections to each other and the…
(ages 5-10) It’s time to celebrate the season! Kids, put on your aprons and roll up your sleeves, we’re making and decorating holiday cookies. The cost is per child. Registration is required. Member registration begins on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Non-member registration begins on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Member…
(ages 5-10) It’s time to celebrate the season! Kids, put on your aprons and roll up your sleeves, we’re making and decorating holiday cookies. The cost is per child. Registration is required. Member registration begins on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Non-member registration begins on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM. Member…
(adults only) Join the waitlist by contacting Doreen at d.schindler@reeves-reedarboretum.org Step back in time and experience the magic of the holiday season—Gilded Age style! Join us this December for a festive day trip to the Hudson Valley, where we’ll tour two historic estates: Locust Grove Estate and Staatsburgh State Historic Site. Both mansions will be…
(for adults) Think moss is boring? Wait ‘til you add wine and a glue gun! Create your own preserved 12” x 12” moss holiday art panel using real, naturally preserved…
(ages 3-5) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world are a great start in this engaging class. Join us for a special edition of Oaks and Acorns: Hands-on Hanukkah, where we’ll get crafty, share special Hanukkah stories, and explore the Arboretum together. The cost is per child. Registration is required, so be sure to…
(ages 6 and up) Discover the secret life of one of nature’s most fascinating nighttime hunters—the owl! Learn about the amazing adaptations that make owls such skilled predators and find…
(for adults) Decompress and connect with your inner wisdom in this yoga, Reiki, and sound healing session. Led by a Healing Arts Gallery instructor, this is the perfect opportunity to relieve holiday stress during the busy month of December. We’ll also enjoy some warm calming tea and biscuits at the end of the session. Meet…
(ages 4 and up with an adult) Celebrate the shortest day of the year with stories and cocoa around the campfire as we reflect on the ancient traditions surrounding the…
Forest Bathing, also known as Nature and Forest Therapy, is a slow meditative walk in nature that takes a holistic view of the physiological, mental, emotional, and psycho-spiritual benefits to be derived from an embodied contact with nature
