1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Recurring Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts May 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Recurring Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring with Sharon Pitts Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring Plein Air Watercolor Class with Sharon Pitts 6 class series on Tuesdays, April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27, from 1:00 - 3:30 PM Our spring series will focus on the delicate colors and forms as spring emerges. Unfurling ferns, leaves unfolding, buds and shoots appearing are fascinating to […]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden May 27 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden Yoga in the Garden - In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class May 28 @ 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 – Rhododendrons and Their Friends May 29 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Rhododendrons and Their Friends Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series Thursdays, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM May 29th – Rhododendrons and Their Friends – Learn about the similarities and differences between rhododendrons, azaleas, mountain laurels, and other ericaceous plants. We will also discuss proper care and common problems. This class is a Partner Program […]
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring Roses to Rock Gardens 25 May 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring Roses to Rock Gardens 25 Photos from some of the 2024 Tour gardens Our annual tour of private area gardens is back! This will be the 25th Tour so we are celebrating many years of interesting, aspirational and labor-of love gardens in the greater Montclair area. Some gardens are quite grand and some more intimate but all provide […]
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring Roses to Rock Gardens 25 May 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring Roses to Rock Gardens 25 Photos from some of the 2024 Tour gardens Our annual tour of private area gardens is back! This will be the 25th Tour so we are celebrating many years of interesting, aspirational and labor-of love gardens in the greater Montclair area. Some gardens are quite grand and some more intimate but all provide […]
9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session June 2 @ 9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 - 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in […]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden June 3 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden Yoga in the Garden - In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class June 4 @ 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 – Spring Seasonal Interest Walk June 5 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Spring Seasonal Interest Walk Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 5th – Seasonal Interest Walk - Join Laura Roberts, Director of Horticulture at Van Vleck, for a journey through the beauty of the season. Discover enchanting details and appreciate majestic specimens. Outdoor tour, so please dress for the weather […]
11:30 am - 2:30 pm Recurring The Secret Tea Room at Van Vleck FRIDAY SEATINGS FULL June 6 @ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Recurring The Secret Tea Room at Van Vleck FRIDAY SEATINGS FULL Join us for an enchanting Cream Tea in the Living Room at Van Vleck House June 6 & 7, seating times: Friday, June 6th, 2025 (SEATS ARE SOLD OUT FOR FRIDAY) 11:30AM–1:00PM 12:00PM–1:30PM 1:00PM–2:30PM Saturday, June 7th, 2025 11:30AM–1:00PM 12:00PM–1:30PM 1:00PM–2:30PM 2:30PM–4:00PM Upon arrival, you will be offered a menu of fine teas and infusions. […]
11:30 am - 4:00 pm The Secret Tea Room at Van Vleck June 7 @ 11:30 am - 4:00 pm The Secret Tea Room at Van Vleck Join us for an enchanting Cream Tea in the Living Room at Van Vleck House June 6 & 7, seating times: Friday, June 6th, 2025 - FRIDAY SEATINGS SOLD OUT 11:30AM–1:00PM SOLD OUT 12:00PM–1:30PM SOLD OUT 1:00PM–2:30PM SOLD OUT Saturday, June 7th, 2025 11:30AM–1:00PM SOLD OUT 12:00PM–1:30PM SOLD OUT 1:00PM–2:30PM 2:30PM–4:00PM Upon arrival, you will […]
9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session June 9 @ 9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 - 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in […]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden June 10 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden Yoga in the Garden - In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class June 11 @ 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 – Solar Prints June 12 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Solar Prints Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 12th – Solar Prints – Experience a fun way to capture the beauty of the outdoors using the power of the sun. This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Garden to Table – Fruit Pizza June 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Garden to Table – Fruit Pizza Garden to Table Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM June 12th - Fruit Pizza What’s better than a pizza? How about a dessert pizza! Join us for our Garden to Table class as we prepare some tasty fruit pizza. Enjoy quality time in the garden with your child/children as we explore the Edible Garden and […]
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cats in the Garden 2025 June 15 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cats in the Garden 2025 Join us on Father’s Day for this annual event at Van Vleck Gardens! The Jaguar Touring Club of New Jersey will once again bring a wide array of classic and modern Jaguars for visitors to admire. Our grounds will be filled with beautiful automobiles and blooming flowers for everyone to enjoy. Admission is $10 cash […]
9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session June 16 @ 9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 - 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in […]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden June 17 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden Yoga in the Garden - In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a […]
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Busy Bees June 18 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Tales on the Trails – Busy Bees Tales on the Trails - Busy Bees Wednesday, June 18, 1:00pm -1:45pm Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Bees are hard at work collecting pollen and nectar for their hive. Let’s learn about the life of a bee and how we can help these pollinators in our gardens. We will be reading “It Starts with a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class June 18 @ 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 MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Landscape Resiliency June 19 @ 1:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Landscape Resiliency Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 19th – Building Resiliency into Your Landscape – Strategies and planning for a precarious future to help your garden thrive in changing conditions. This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Outdoor Adventures – Sunflowers & Summer Blooms June 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Outdoor Adventures – Sunflowers & Summer Blooms Outdoor Adventures Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM June 21st – Sunflowers & Summer Blooms Discover the wonders of summer and the beautiful plants that enjoy this season. Join us as we learn the lifecycle of a sunflower and what other plants bloom and thrive this time of year. Your family will explore and learn […]
9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session June 23 @ 9:30 am Recurring Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga – Late Spring Session Monday Morning Yoga - HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 - June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 - 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in […]
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden June 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring Yoga in the Garden Yoga in the Garden - In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a […]
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring Virtual Meditation Class June 25 @ 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 – Sustainable Garden Practices Tour June 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm MILL Classes at Van Vleck – Sustainable Garden Practices Tour Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 26th – Sustainable Garden Practices Tour – Explore the many sustainable garden practices we implement here at Van Vleck House & Gardens. This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk
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