(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 to be derived from an embodied contact with nature and aims to engage humans through their senses, not their intellects. Forest Bathing can be…
(adults and teens 16 yrs+) Experience the joy of painting outdoors during the height of daffodil season at Reeves-Reed Arboretum in this plein air painting workshop led by artist Eric…
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read…
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to visit the Ponds and Daffodil Bowl to learn about the plants, animals, and insects that visit there.…
Garden to Table Mondays, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM April 20 – Butterfly Waffles When exploring the gardens you are sure to spot monarch butterflies. Join us for our April…
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read…
(for adults) Join us at Moss & Mingle, a 1.5-hour hands-on crafting experience where you’ll design your own preserved moss art panel using real, naturally preserved moss, foliage, and flowers.…
(adults and teens 13 yrs+) The first colorful migrant birds are arriving in New Jersey from their wintering grounds down south. It’s time to break out your binoculars and hit…
(adults) Join us for a special Earth Day pop-up at Rothy’s at Short Hills Mall on Saturday, April 25, from 1–4 PM! While you shop, stop by our table for nature-inspired children’s activities, pick up practical sustainable gardening tips, and learn more about what’s blooming and happening at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Rothy’s commitment to sustainability—transforming recycled…
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to learn about gardening and plant seeds of your own. Engage in active nature play designed to stimulate…
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read…
(for adults) Join us in celebrating May’s full “Flower Moon” with an evening designed to honor spring in all its blooming beauty. Craft a floral-forward mocktail, raise a toast to…
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to learn about the amazing trees living at the arboretum. Hike woodland trails and engage in active nature…
(adults) Celebrate Mother’s Day with two (2) heartfelt floral arrangements made with love! This workshop is perfect for creating a thoughtful, personalized gift for a special person or for bonding…
(adults) Guest Speaker: Vincent Simeone, Horticulturist, Lecturer, and Garden Writer Selecting the right tree for the right location in urban and suburban settings can be surprisingly challenging. These environments place…
(adults and teens 13 yrs+) Migration season is in full swing, and colorful migrants are flitting through the Arboretum’s forest and gardens, singing to attract mates. Many of them are…
(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 to be derived from an embodied contact with nature and aims to engage humans through their senses, not their intellects. Forest Bathing can be…
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
(adults and teens 16 yrs+) This engaging terrarium workshop blends science and creativity through hands-on learning. Participants will explore the fundamentals of small-scale ecosystems, gaining insight into how light, moisture, and plant interactions support a balanced environment. Using live mosses and plants, participants will design and build a self-sustaining terrarium while learning about plant selection,…
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators as we picnic under the trees. We’ll play cooperative games, visit the flowers, sing, dance, and laugh the day away. All the while exploring the many wonders of nature in Springtime …… like how the grass feels beneath our bare feet. The cost…
