9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Winter Session February 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Winter Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual 9:30 - 10:45 AM, Jan 13th through June 23rd (no class 1/20, 2/17, 3/10) Late Winter Session: January 13 - February 24 (no class 1/20 & 2/17) Early Spring Session: March 3 - April 28 (no class 3/10) Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no […]
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Recurring Garden Inspirations: Wonders of Winter February 25 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Recurring Garden Inspirations: Wonders of Winter Plein Air Watercolor Class with Sharon Pitts Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 & 25, 1:00 - 3:30 PM The focus of our winter series will be the serenity and beauty of winter. From the white snow intermingled with dark branches to the subtle colors of dried leaves and surprises of berries, the garden is a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation February 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Virtual Meditation with Instructor John Welshons Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, […]
9:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale February 28 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale Shop February 12th through March 2nd, while supplies last. We will have a number of highly desirable specialty shrubs and trees that will not be for sale at our annual in-person plant sale. Sale starts Wednesday, February 12th at 9AM CLICK BUTTON TO SHOP ONLINE SALE Get excited about the gorgeous items that can […]
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Scout Program – Maple Trees February 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Scout Program – Maple Trees Friday, February 28th, 4:00pm - 5:15pm Join us for an afterschool scouting event of Maple Sugaring! You and your troop will explore the beauty of sugar maple trees and the history of maple sugaring. Afternoon activities include: Maple sugaring demonstration with a brief history of the process. How to identify a sugar maple tree with […]
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring Tiny Gallery – Wendy Born March 1 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring Tiny Gallery – Wendy Born Wendy Born - Poetic Realism: Light, Landscape, and the Everyday Sublime Wendy is our latest Tiny Gallery artist at Van Vleck. More details are HERE. The exhibit is free to visit and is in our Visitor's Center. Wendy Born’s collection of vibrant, textured works explores the intersection of the local and the universal—landscapes transformed through […]
10:00 am - 3:00 pm Maple Sugaring Program SOLD OUT March 1 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Maple Sugaring Program SOLD OUT Registration is required HERE Saturday, March 1st (rain date March 2nd) Tour Times: 10:00-11:00 AM (This timeslot is now at capacity) 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM (at capacity) 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM (at capacity) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (at capacity) Looking for a super sweet activity the whole family will love? Don’t miss […]
9:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale March 2 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale Shop February 12th through March 2nd, while supplies last. We will have a number of highly desirable specialty shrubs and trees that will not be for sale at our annual in-person plant sale. Sale starts Wednesday, February 12th at 9AM CLICK BUTTON TO SHOP ONLINE SALE Get excited about the gorgeous items that can […]
9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session March 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual 9:30 - 10:45 AM, through June 23rd Early Spring Session: March 3 - April 28 Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26) Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Virtual Meditation March 5 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Virtual Meditation Virtual Meditation with Instructor John Welshons Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From […]
2025-03-06 Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Recurring March 6 Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Our sale of unique trees and shrubs that won't be available at our Spring Plant Sale has been extended until March 9th. Shop HERE or use the QR code to view the items. Some selections have sold out so visit the sale now to reserve a gorgeous item for pick up in early May.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Hydrangea Pruning March 6 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Hydrangea Pruning Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Winter at Van Vleck March 6 – Hydrangea Pruning – Discussion and demonstration focusing on different pruning strategies depending on the hydrangea species you have. (outdoors – moved inside for inclement weather) Thursday, 1:30 AM- 2:30 pm This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rescheduled! Second Sunday Concert Series – MHS Passing Notes March 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rescheduled! Second Sunday Concert Series – MHS Passing Notes We had to cancel the original concert scheduled for Sunday, February 9th. All reserved seats have now been claimed. Seats will be available if registered guests do not attend. There is no waiting list. We are thrilled to have the talented group of Montclair High School students who make up the Passing Notes a cappella […]
2025-03-09 Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Recurring March 9 Recurring Online Specialty Plant Sale EXTENDED Our sale of unique trees and shrubs that won't be available at our Spring Plant Sale has been extended until March 9th. Shop HERE or use the QR code to view the items. Some selections have sold out so visit the sale now to reserve a gorgeous item for pick up in early May.
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Series – Radliff and Niessen – FULL March 9 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Series – Radliff and Niessen – FULL All registered seats have all been claimed. Robert Radliff regularly performs with the New England Symphonic Ensemble at Carnegie Hall, the Binghamton Philharmonic, the New Jersey Symphony and the Berkshire Opera Festival. He has collaborated with some of the world’s most iconic musical figures such as Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Jamie Laredo, and many others. During […]
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Tree Friends March 12 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Tree Friends Tales on the Trails - Tree Friends Wednesday, March 12, 1:00pm -1:45pm Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Trees make our garden look beautiful, and they serve a larger purpose with wildlife. Let’s learn about the animals that make a cozy little home with the help of trees. Join us with this your little one for […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation March 12 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Virtual Meditation with Instructor John Welshons Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, […]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Tool Sharpening Workshop March 13 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Tool Sharpening Workshop Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Winter at Van Vleck (time to be confirmed) March 13 – Tool Sharpening Workshop: Bring Your Pruning Tools! – Learn how to keep a sharp edge on your gardening tools for a cleaner, safer pruning experience. Bring up to 3 gardening tools and we will sharpen […]
9:00 am - 12:30 pm Meditation Mini-retreat March 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Meditation Mini-retreat Meditation Mini-retreat Saturday, March 15th, 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Join Van Vleck House’s favorite meditation teacher, John Welshons, for a morning “mini-retreat” in-person in the living room of the Van Vleck Main House. This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to either embark on - or deepen - your meditation practice. Through guided meditations […]
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Outdoor Adventures – March 2025 – Seed Starting March 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Outdoor Adventures – March 2025 – Seed Starting Outdoor Adventures Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM March 15th - Seed Starting Spring is here! Celebrate the changing of the seasons by getting out in the garden. Take time to walk around the gardens and look at everything starting to sprout. Learn about what a seed needs to grow, and plant seeds to take […]
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Concert Series – Tom Colao with New World Quintet Jazz March 16 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Concert Series – Tom Colao with New World Quintet Jazz Registered seats have all been claimed. However, there is generally some availability for those arriving without reservations. Popular local performer Tom Colao in The New World Quintet Jazz concert returns to our series. March 16, 2PM The New World Quartet/Quintet is a well-rehearsed and polished jazz ensemble. The members include Tom Colao/alto saxophone, Russ Di Bona/drums, […]
9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session March 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual 9:30 - 10:45 AM, through June 23rd Early Spring Session: March 3 - April 28 Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26) Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation March 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Virtual Meditation with Instructor John Welshons Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, […]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Tree ID – Needled Evergreens March 20 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Tree ID – Needled Evergreens Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Thursdays, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM March 20 – Tree Id: Needled Evergreens – Sharpen your tree Identification skills by learning how to look for unique features on these beautiful trees. This class is outdoors but will be moved inside for inclement weather. This class is […]
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Garden to Table – Super Green Dip March 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Garden to Table – Super Green Dip Garden to Table Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM March 20th - Super Green Dip On the menu at this month’s Garden to Table class is a super green dip! We’ll make a cream veggie dip using some tasty green veggies and herbs. Enjoy quality time in the garden with your child/children as we explore […]
9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session March 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual 9:30 - 10:45 AM, through June 23rd Early Spring Session: March 3 - April 28 Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26) Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation March 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Virtual Meditation with Instructor John Welshons Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, […]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Seasonal Interest Walk March 27 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Seasonal Interest Walk Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Thursdays, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM March 27 – Seasonal Interest Walk – Join us in the garden to discover seasonal highlights and signs of spring emerging. This class is outdoors but will be moved inside for inclement weather. This class is a Partner Program with […]
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Tag Sale at Van Vleck March 29 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Tag Sale at Van Vleck Tag/Yard/Rummage/Estate Sale Bargain Bonanza at Van Vleck House! Don't miss a chance to get some great items at bargain basement prices in the most elegant setting in town: inside historic Van Vleck House! Everything at the sale must go! We are getting rid of dishes, linens, furniture, a rug, Christmas decorations, lighting and more. The […]
11:00 am - 3:00 pm Tag Sale at Van Vleck March 30 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Tag Sale at Van Vleck Tag/Yard/Rummage/Estate Sale Bargain Bonanza at Van Vleck House! Don't miss a chance to get some great items at bargain basement prices in the most elegant setting in town: inside historic Van Vleck House! Everything at the sale must go! We are getting rid of dishes, linens, furniture, a rug, Christmas decorations, lighting and more. If […]
9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session March 31 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Early Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual 9:30 - 10:45 AM, through June 23rd Early Spring Session: March 3 - April 28 Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26) Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the […]
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring Awakening From Grief April 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring Awakening From Grief Tuesdays, April 1st & 8th, 7 - 9:30 pm Van Vleck House is pleased to present AWAKENING FROM GRIEF: Finding the Way Back to Joy – one of our most popular workshops. Led by John E. Welshons, and based on his critically acclaimed book of the same title, AWAKENING FROM GRIEF offers the opportunity to explore […]
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Signs of Spring April 2 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Signs of Spring Tales on the Trails - Signs of Spring Wednesday, April 2, 1:00 PM -1:45 PM Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Spring is here! Learn how to look for the signs of spring and how our garden changes with the season. We will be reading "When Spring Comes". Every child registered will receive a copy of […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class April 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 PM April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of […]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Dividing and Transplanting Outdoor Plants April 3 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Dividing and Transplanting Outdoor Plants Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning (time to be confirmed) April 3 – Dividing and Transplanting Outdoor Plants – An outdoor demonstration on dividing perennials in your garden. (FAIR WEATHER ONLY – cancelled in case of rain) This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please […]
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Concert Series – Teatro Nuovo April 6 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Second Sunday Concert Series – Teatro Nuovo Teatro Nuovo – Italian for “new theater” –is a young organization devoted to cutting-edge interpretation of classic Italian opera, offering exciting revivals of neglected Bel Canto masterworks with fresh interpretations of familiar ones. They combine the highest-level virtuoso singing with historical performing styles and orchestral instruments of the era. Van Vleck Members will receive an email with […]
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