Week 9: Budding Scientists – SOLD OUT

(rising 1st to 2nd grade) Why do objects float in water? How are lava lamps made? What can you use to create invisible ink? Campers will discover the answers to these questions and more as we dive into the amazing world of science! We’ll conduct experiments, play science games, transform vegetables into new colors, and, […]

Week 9: Lunch Buddies – Budding Scientists

(rising 1st and 2nd grade) Lunch Buddies returns this summer! Campers attending morning sessions (9am-12pm) can bring their lunch, and plan to stay for an additional hour of food, fun and friends! Please note that Lunch Buddies is for the whole week and cannot be prorated daily. Dates: August 11 – August 15 Time: 12:00 […]

Simple Gifts

(all ages) Simple Gifts will bring folk music to the garden this summer, introducing us to at least 12 bluegrass instruments! A spoons-playing workshop will take place before the concert, and spoon players will be included in a concert song. Simple Gifts has played at major venues including the Smithsonian, National Theatre, Lincoln Theater, Bethel […]

Week 10: Greatest Hits! – SOLD OUT

pre-k–k (4-5 years old) It’s a teacher’s choice! Join us for a fun-filled week of our Educators’ all-time favorite activities. Each day will have a new and exciting topic, with the very best games and crafts that we have to offer. This “Greatest Hits” week will surely be great fun for all! Dates: August 18 […]

Week 10: Lunch Buddies – Greatest Hits!

pre-k-k (4-5 year old) Lunch Buddies returns this summer! Campers attending morning sessions (9am-12pm) can bring their lunch, and plan to stay for an additional hour of food, fun and friends! Please note that Lunch Buddies is for the whole week and cannot be prorated daily. Dates: August 18 – August 22 Time: 12:00 PM […]

Arboretum Explorers – Passaic River Essex County Kayak Morning Tour

(ages 16 and up) Bordering Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge this section of the Passaic River boasts awesome scenery and lots of wildlife. You'll feel at one with nature as the river's twists and turns carry you past beaver lodges, over their dams and deeper into the refuge's soul. Led by an ACA (American Canoe […]

Goat Yoga in the Garden

(Adults and Teens Age 14+) Enjoy an early morning yoga class in our garden and experience what goat yoga is all about! This joyful class will help you clear your mind, relax, and have fun with some playful loveable goats. Goats are calm, even-tempered, social animals – the perfect companions for yoga. Studies have shown […]

Arboretum Explorers – Passaic River Essex County Kayak Afternoon Tour

(ages 16 and up) Bordering Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge this section of the Passaic River boasts awesome scenery and lots of wildlife. You'll feel at one with nature as the river's twists and turns carry you past beaver lodges, over their dams and deeper into the refuge's soul. Led by an ACA (American Canoe […]

Event Series Free Saturday Tours

Free Saturday Tours

(all ages) Enjoy a Free Guided Tour of the Arboretum Free guided tours of the Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, from April 19 through October 18. Tours begin at the Visitors Center. No reservations are required and tours are on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals who would like […]

Floral Workshop: Falling for Autumn Wreath

Embrace the season’s colors and cozy ambiance by designing an autumn wreath. Enjoy working with sunflowers, mums, and gorgeous fall foliage! In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging them. All experience levels are welcome. Classes run approximately 2 hours. Prices include all florals and vases. Tools will […]

Forest Bathing Mini-Retreat

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

Floral Workshop: Falling for Autumn Arrangement

(adults) Embrace the season’s colors with a new arrangement that feels rich and cozy! We will be working with sunflowers, mums, astilbe, celosia, thistle, calla lilies, various fall foliage and berries. In this workshop, you will learn tips about seasonal blooms and various techniques for arranging them. All experience levels are welcome. Classes run approximately […]