“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” - Thich Nhat Hanh.
With Julia Siporin. We will attune our senses to the simple delights and serenity of the natural world using various sensory awareness practices and guided mindfulness-based meditations. These will support a more direct connection with wonder, awe, and gratitude. Bring something to sit on like a mat or small folding chair. Meet at the Arboretum Education Building. Fee $5, FREE for Arboretum members. Don't forget your parking pass.Limited to 14 attendees. Pre-registration required. Click here to register.

Join Mieko Aoki and Julia Siporin for another monthly bird tour intended for people with all levels of birding experience. We’ll use vocalizations, habitat, and behavior clues for identification of our year-round residents and spring migrants. Come discover the Arboretum’s avian diversity. Please bring binoculars. Rain or shine. Meet at the Education Building. Don't forget your parking pass. Fee $5, FREE for Arboretum members. Limited to 18 attendees. Pre-registration required. Click here to register.