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SUMMARY:Beyond Beech Leaf Disease: Saving Our Beeches Together
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nJoin John Beirne\, Director of Horticulture\, for an inspiring talk on the ongoing efforts to protect our beloved beeches—both here at the Arboretum and in your own backyard. Beech Leaf Disease has spread rapidly across the Northeast\, threatening the health of these treasured trees and disrupting the balance of our woodlands. \nYet\, there is hope. While the challenge is serious\, recent progress in managing—and even treating—the disease has shown encouraging results\, from home gardens to large-scale Arboretum projects. Together\, we’ll explore what causes Beech Leaf Disease\, the steps being taken to combat it\, and how each of us can play a role in safeguarding these magnificent trees for generations to come. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35 \nThe cost is per person. Registration is required\, so be sure to register early as space is limited. \nNotice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project\, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday\, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/beyond-beech-leaf-blight-saving-our-beeches-together/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Lectures/Workshops
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SUMMARY:Square Foot Gardening 101: Learn the Basics! – VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nHave you been thinking about growing some of your own vegetables\, but don’t know how to get started. Join Director of Education\, Althea Llewellyn from the comfort of your home to learn a simple and efficient method of gardening called Square Foot Gardening. This gardening method takes less effort and is the most efficient use of space and time and will have you growing all the fresh vegetables\, herbs\, and edible flowers you want. \nIn this class you will quickly learn how to begin growing healthy and nutritious food for yourself and your family. Althea will highlight the basic principles of this innovative gardening method created by Mel Bartholomew. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/square-foot-gardening-101-learn-the-basics-virtual-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Classes,Gardening,Lectures/Workshops,Teen Progrms
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SUMMARY:Bringing Blooms Home: Choosing the Best Flowering Trees for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nJohn Beirne\, Director of Horticulture\, will present a lecture on flowering trees that are well suited to gardens of any size. Learn about trees that not only bloom beautifully throughout the gardening season\, but also offer year-round benefits such as shade\, vibrant autumn color\, wildlife-supporting fruit\, pollinator value\, and attractive winter form. John will also cover best cultural practices to help your flowering trees thrive. When chosen thoughtfully\, flowering trees can truly add color and creativity to your garden canvas. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35 \nThe cost is per person. Registration is required\, so be sure to register early as space is limited. \nNotice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project\, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday\, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/bringing-blooms-home-choosing-the-best-flowering-trees-for-your-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Lectures/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
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SUMMARY:Bringing Blooms Home: Choosing the Best Flowering Trees for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nJohn Beirne\, Director of Horticulture\, will present a lecture on flowering trees that are well suited to gardens of any size. Learn about trees that not only bloom beautifully throughout the gardening season\, but also offer year-round benefits such as shade\, vibrant autumn color\, wildlife-supporting fruit\, pollinator value\, and attractive winter form. John will also cover best cultural practices to help your flowering trees thrive. When chosen thoughtfully\, flowering trees can truly add color and creativity to your garden canvas. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35 \nThe cost is per person. Registration is required\, so be sure to register early as space is limited. \nNotice: Due to ongoing construction for the Path for All project\, Arboretum parking will be unavailable Monday through Friday\, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please use street parking during these hours. Handicap parking will remain available.
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/bringing-blooms-home-choosing-the-best-flowering-trees-for-your-garden/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,FEATURED,Lectures/Workshops
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SUMMARY:Beginner’s Guide to the Wonder of Trees
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nDo you LOVE trees but don’t know a lot about them? If so\, this hands-on\, beginner-level class is for you! Learn basic facts about trees\, such as tree identification\, how to determine the age of a tree\, tree and leaf anatomy\, the many processes of trees\, what products come from trees\, tree adaptations\, and how trees communicate with and care for all living things. During our intimate look at trees\, not only will your knowledge grow\, but your appreciation and passion for trees will flourish as well! \nThe class will mix indoor instruction with an outdoor walk. Sunscreen\, bug spray\, and closed-toe shoes are recommended. The class will be held rain or shine\, so come prepared. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/beginners-guide-to-the-wonder-of-trees-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Lectures/Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Geology of the Watchungs
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nThe geologic history of the Watchung Mountains has been shaped by fire\, ice\, and the powerful movement of the Earth’s crust. But how is Berkeley Heights different from Scotch Plains? Geologist Ruth Yablonsky will uncover the answers to this and many more fascinating questions. \nJoin us for an engaging journey into the unique topography of our region.\nLight refreshments will be served. \nMember Price: $10 | Non-Member Price: $25
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/the-geology-of-the-watchungs/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Classes,Lectures/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000
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SUMMARY:Beginner’s Guide to the Wonder of Trees
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nAre you passionate about trees but don’t necessarily know a lot about them? If so\, then this hands-on\, beginner-level class is for you! In it\, we will learn basic facts about trees\, such as tree identification\, how to determine the age of a tree\, tree and leaf anatomy\, the many processes of trees\, what products come from trees\, tree adaptations\, and how trees communicate. \nDuring our intimate look at trees\, not only will your knowledge grow\, but your appreciation and passion for trees will flourish as well. \nThe class will be a mix of indoor instruction and outdoor forest walks. Sunscreen\, bug spray\, and closed-toe shoes are recommended. Class will be held rain or shine\, so come prepared. \n*Light refreshments served. \nMember Price: $25 | Non-Member Price: $35
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/beginners-guide-to-the-wonder-of-trees/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Lectures/Workshops
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SUMMARY:Zone IV ‘Gardens on the Hill’ Flower Show
DESCRIPTION:(for adults) \nThe Summit Garden Club (SGC) invites the public FREE of charge to experience a day filled with beauty\, creativity\, and education at The Garden Club of America’s (GCA) Zone IV Flower Show\, Gardens on the Hill. \nThe Flower Show will feature floral design\, horticulture\, and photography. The educational focus showcases the benefits that public gardens bring to our communities. Educational entries created by garden club members from across 11 GCA clubs in New Jersey will highlight the GCA Freeman Medal Winner Plants\, many of which are planted on the grounds of Reeves-Reed Arboretum and can be incorporated into home gardens; the Herb Garden that SCG tends at RRA\, specifying the culinary and medicinal purposes of each herb; and the beautiful Beech trees that grace the woodlands. \nThe purpose of a flower show is to set standards of artistic and horticultural excellence; to broaden knowledge of horticulture\, floral design\, conservation\, photography\, and other related areas; and to share the beauty of the show with fellow club members and the public. \nFor more information about The Summit Garden Club\, The Garden Club of America\, and Reeves-Reed Arboretum\, please click here. \nWhile entry to the flower show is free\, registration is required. \nMember Price: Free | Non-Member Price: Free
URL:https://parentguidenews.com/event/zone-iv-gardens-on-the-hill-flower-show/
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