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SUMMARY:Nature Nook: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing\, stories\, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old with their caregivers. Scholarships are available. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: $55\nACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register. \nThe registration cost for non-members includes a one-year family membership to the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about membership here. \n10:00 – 10:45 am Class – SOLD OUT \nRegister Here for 11 am Class \nProgram Details\n \n\nRegistration is required and includes all 8 sessions.\nClass size is limited.\nRegistration includes participation for up to 4 children and up to 2 caregivers.\nSessions will start in the Wister Center with a story and craft\, followed by a short walk to explore a garden.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.\n\nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/nature-nook-winter-session-2/2027-02-12/2/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities,In-person Event,Member Benefit
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SUMMARY:School’s Out: Winter Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Drop by Scott Arboretum & Gardens on your day off from school to learn about the wonders of the winter gardens. Complete a winter-themed nature craft and go on a scavenger hunt throughout the gardens. Join us at 10:30 am for a free\, family-friendly tour of the Arboretum & Gardens. \nThis is a free\, drop-in program and no registration is required. It is designed for children ages 3 to 12 with a caregiver. \nEvent Schedule: \n9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Winter Nature Crafts and Scavenger Hunt\n10:30 – 11:00 am: Family-Friendly Tour of the Arboretum & Gardens \nProgram Details \n\nThis event will be held in the Wister Center.\nAll children must be accompanied by an adult.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/schools-out-winter-wonderland-3/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T200000
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SUMMARY:Home Garden Design Series
DESCRIPTION:Need help creating the garden of your dreams? Join us for one session or the whole three part series of Home Garden Design with David Mattern to leave with a personalized plan for your garden. Participants will learn the principles of landscape design and plant selection. This series is ideal for those creating a new garden from nothing or reimaging their current garden. Bring your own notebooks\, sketching supplies\, photos\, and inspiration. Each session will include a lecture followed by half an hour hands-on design time with David. This series finishes up just in time to start planting for spring. Don’t forget to hold March 3 as our inclement weather date. \nThis series is sponsored by the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. \nHome Garden Design Session 1: Landscape Design \nWednesday\, February 10\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nWe will evaluate your home and property for growing conditions\, common uses\, views into the garden\, and challenge areas. At the end of this session\, you will understand how your home and garden work together to create a beautiful usable space and apply it to designing a garden. \nHome Garden Design Session 2: Design Principles \nWednesday\, February 17\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLearn principles of good garden design from rhythm\, balance\, proportion\, sound\, and focal points. Understanding these basic garden design principals can help you create a design for your home that feels right for you and your home and the way you enjoy it. At the end of this session\, we will be able to apply these principles to your personal garden design. \nHome Garden Design Session 3: Planting Design \nWednesday\, February 24\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLearn how to follow the right plant\, right place principle to execute your garden design. This session will explore different features of plants\, plant forms\, habits\, bloom times and how this all relates to your design. Benefits and features of evergreen vs. deciduous vs. perennials will be explained. Finally\, learn about plants for sharing\, screening\, and fragrance and how to apply these to your garden space. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: $20 per session\, $45 for entire series\nNon-Members: $30 per session\, $55 for entire series\nAccess: $2 per session\, $6 for the entire series (limited to 1 cardholder and up to 3 guests; 4 total). Call 610-328-8025 to register. \nRegister for All Sessions \nSession 1 Registration \nSession 2 Registration \nSession 3 Registration \nProgram Details \n\nRegistration is required.\nClass limited to 25.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies [link to page] or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025.\nPlease save March 3\, 2027 as an inclement weather date.\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDavid Mattern is a horticulturist at Chanticleer caring for the Teacup Courtyards and Vegetable Garden. He holds a degree in Landscape Contracting with an emphasis on design and a minor in Horticulture from Penn State University. David is also a graduate of the Professional Horticulture Program at Longwood Gardens\, where he is currently an instructor. His gardening experiences extend internationally including England and South Africa. David frequently writes\, teaches\, and lectures on gardening across the US. He is known for his imaginative plant combinations to enhance the seasonality and mood in garden settings. He is an expert at adding creative detailed touches to the containers and gardens that he creates and maintains at Chanticleer. \nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/home-garden-design-series/2027-02-17/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Nature Nook: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing\, stories\, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old with their caregivers. Scholarships are available. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: $55\nACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register. \nThe registration cost for non-members includes a one-year family membership to the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about membership here. \n10:00 – 10:45 am Class – SOLD OUT \nRegister Here for 11 am Class \nProgram Details\n \n\nRegistration is required and includes all 8 sessions.\nClass size is limited.\nRegistration includes participation for up to 4 children and up to 2 caregivers.\nSessions will start in the Wister Center with a story and craft\, followed by a short walk to explore a garden.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.\n\nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/nature-nook-winter-session-2/2027-02-19/1/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities,In-person Event,Member Benefit
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SUMMARY:Nature Nook: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing\, stories\, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old with their caregivers. Scholarships are available. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: $55\nACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register. \nThe registration cost for non-members includes a one-year family membership to the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about membership here. \n10:00 – 10:45 am Class – SOLD OUT \nRegister Here for 11 am Class \nProgram Details\n \n\nRegistration is required and includes all 8 sessions.\nClass size is limited.\nRegistration includes participation for up to 4 children and up to 2 caregivers.\nSessions will start in the Wister Center with a story and craft\, followed by a short walk to explore a garden.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.\n\nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/nature-nook-winter-session-2/2027-02-19/2/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities,In-person Event,Member Benefit
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SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Geoexchange Plant
DESCRIPTION:Take a behind-the-scenes look at Swarthmore College’s geoexchange plant and learn how it contributes to the goal of carbon neutrality on campus by 2035. This tour is recommended for ages 12 and older. \nRegister Here \nAccessibility \n\nParticipants must be able to get to the Dining Center and Community Commons (approximately ⅓ mile from the recommended parking) and be stationary and/or move for 45 minutes during the tour.\nEmail us if you have other accessibility needs for this program.\n\n\nProgram Details \n\nThis tour will depart from the Kemp Family Commons\, located in the Dining and Community Commons building.\nPlease park in or near the Wister Center lot and walk to the departure location\, following Arboretum logo signs.\nPlease hold Friday\, February 26 as an inclement weather date.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-geoexchange-plant-2/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Event,Tours
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270224T200000
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SUMMARY:Home Garden Design Series
DESCRIPTION:Need help creating the garden of your dreams? Join us for one session or the whole three part series of Home Garden Design with David Mattern to leave with a personalized plan for your garden. Participants will learn the principles of landscape design and plant selection. This series is ideal for those creating a new garden from nothing or reimaging their current garden. Bring your own notebooks\, sketching supplies\, photos\, and inspiration. Each session will include a lecture followed by half an hour hands-on design time with David. This series finishes up just in time to start planting for spring. Don’t forget to hold March 3 as our inclement weather date. \nThis series is sponsored by the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. \nHome Garden Design Session 1: Landscape Design \nWednesday\, February 10\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nWe will evaluate your home and property for growing conditions\, common uses\, views into the garden\, and challenge areas. At the end of this session\, you will understand how your home and garden work together to create a beautiful usable space and apply it to designing a garden. \nHome Garden Design Session 2: Design Principles \nWednesday\, February 17\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLearn principles of good garden design from rhythm\, balance\, proportion\, sound\, and focal points. Understanding these basic garden design principals can help you create a design for your home that feels right for you and your home and the way you enjoy it. At the end of this session\, we will be able to apply these principles to your personal garden design. \nHome Garden Design Session 3: Planting Design \nWednesday\, February 24\, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLearn how to follow the right plant\, right place principle to execute your garden design. This session will explore different features of plants\, plant forms\, habits\, bloom times and how this all relates to your design. Benefits and features of evergreen vs. deciduous vs. perennials will be explained. Finally\, learn about plants for sharing\, screening\, and fragrance and how to apply these to your garden space. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: $20 per session\, $45 for entire series\nNon-Members: $30 per session\, $55 for entire series\nAccess: $2 per session\, $6 for the entire series (limited to 1 cardholder and up to 3 guests; 4 total). Call 610-328-8025 to register. \nRegister for All Sessions \nSession 1 Registration \nSession 2 Registration \nSession 3 Registration \nProgram Details \n\nRegistration is required.\nClass limited to 25.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies [link to page] or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025.\nPlease save March 3\, 2027 as an inclement weather date.\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDavid Mattern is a horticulturist at Chanticleer caring for the Teacup Courtyards and Vegetable Garden. He holds a degree in Landscape Contracting with an emphasis on design and a minor in Horticulture from Penn State University. David is also a graduate of the Professional Horticulture Program at Longwood Gardens\, where he is currently an instructor. His gardening experiences extend internationally including England and South Africa. David frequently writes\, teaches\, and lectures on gardening across the US. He is known for his imaginative plant combinations to enhance the seasonality and mood in garden settings. He is an expert at adding creative detailed touches to the containers and gardens that he creates and maintains at Chanticleer. \nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/home-garden-design-series/2027-02-24/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Nature Nook: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing\, stories\, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old with their caregivers. Scholarships are available. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: $55\nACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register. \nThe registration cost for non-members includes a one-year family membership to the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about membership here. \n10:00 – 10:45 am Class – SOLD OUT \nRegister Here for 11 am Class \nProgram Details\n \n\nRegistration is required and includes all 8 sessions.\nClass size is limited.\nRegistration includes participation for up to 4 children and up to 2 caregivers.\nSessions will start in the Wister Center with a story and craft\, followed by a short walk to explore a garden.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.\n\nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/nature-nook-winter-session-2/2027-02-26/1/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities,In-person Event,Member Benefit
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SUMMARY:Nature Nook: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little nature explorers! Join Rachel Warren at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for mornings full of singing\, stories\, crafts and dancing. Each session is seasonally themed around nature and the garden. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 4 years old with their caregivers. Scholarships are available. \nRegistration Cost\nMembers: Free\nNon-Members: $55\nACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register. \nThe registration cost for non-members includes a one-year family membership to the Associates of Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Learn about membership here. \n10:00 – 10:45 am Class – SOLD OUT \nRegister Here for 11 am Class \nProgram Details\n \n\nRegistration is required and includes all 8 sessions.\nClass size is limited.\nRegistration includes participation for up to 4 children and up to 2 caregivers.\nSessions will start in the Wister Center with a story and craft\, followed by a short walk to explore a garden.\nEmail us if you have accessibility needs for this program.\nFor more information\, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.\n\nAbout ACCESS\nScott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders\, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events\, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program\, please visit art-reach.org/access.
URL:https://www.scottarboretum.org/calendar/nature-nook-winter-session-2/2027-02-26/2/
LOCATION:Wister Center\, 500 College Ave.\, Swarthmore\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family and Youth Activities,In-person Event,Member Benefit
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