Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning

Fall at Van Vleck

Thursdays, 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM

To Register: This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk

Oct 8 –  Paper Collage Art

Celebrate the colors of the season as autumn transforms the Gardens. Create your own hand-colored papers inspired by the fall foliage and textures in nature. Then cut, tear and layer them into a unique collage that captures the beauty of the season. 

Oct 15 – Wildflower Meadow Exploration

Take a crisp autumn stroll through our meadow to discover late-season blooms,

golden grasses, and seedheads in full display. You’ll learn how native wildflowers

provide vital services for wildlife while gaining a new appreciation for the

meadow’s seasonal transition. You will also have the opportunity to collect some

seeds to take home.

Oct 22 – Tree ID – Fruits and Seeds

Join Laura Roberts, ISA certified arborist and NJ licensed tree expert, for an examination

of fruits and seeds as key identification features . Sharpen your observation skills by

getting to know trees as if you were meeting a new friend. Learn what they have in

common and how to look for characteristics that distinguish one species from another.

Please dress for the weather with appropriate footwear.