These classes are a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk

Thursdays, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

June 11 – Late Spring Blooming Tree tour – This guided tree identification walk led by Laura Roberts will focus on spring-blooming trees. This is an outdoor tour, so please dress for the weather with appropriate footwear. (Outdoor Program, indoors if inclement weather)

June 18 – Birds and Art – We’ll learn about some of our favorite resident birds at Van Vleck with Naturalist Jenny Aley and discuss their summer activities. We will also explore our creative side with a simple painting or sketching activity that will help us identify some of our beautiful native birds. No experience necessary – all levels of birders and artists welcome! (Indoor Program)

June 25th – Mindfulness in the Garden – Jodi Brooks will guide us through very gentle stretching & breathwork, and an outdoor contemplative garden walk. This is a practice of slowing down, cultivating quiet and paying attention to our senses. All levels are welcome. No experience needed. Cold or rainy weather – class will be held indoors, with a short walk outdoors (weather permitting). (Outdoor Program, indoors if inclement weather)