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Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning
Thursdays, July 16 – Aug 20, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Aug 13 – Drought Resistant Plants – Join us for a walking tour of the drought resistant plants thriving in the gardens of Van Vleck and learn why they are so tolerant of our New Jersey summers. Instructor: Laura Roberts, Director of Horticulture
Aug 20 – Guided Nature Walk – Spend an afternoon in the gardens of Van Vleck with Volunteer Naturalist Jenny Aley. Search for birds and other animals, as well as the signs they leave behind. Learn interesting facts and information about the wildlife we share our backyards with.
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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