(Adults) Experience Green Spring Gardens with all your senses. Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and co-founder of local nonprofit Capital Nature, Ana Ka’ahanui, to slow down and connect with nature on a peaceful walk inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku that will help reduce blood pressure, boost immunity and enhance mood and creativity. Bring something to sit on the ground, which may be damp, and a water bottle. Dress for the weather.

(Adults) Get away to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond to enjoy the Fine Arts & Flowers exhibit, which features dazzling floral design interpretations of masterpieces from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Have a light lunch at the museum and end the day with tea at the Jefferson Hotel. Includes motor coach, exhibit information catalog and full English tea. Trip departs Green Spring Gardens at 8 a.m. and arrives back at approximately 5 p.m. Cancelation deadline is September 24.

(Adults) Experience the magic of the holiday season at Winterthur. Enjoy a narrated garden tram tour, view the festive gingerbread and dollhouse displays, and explore the beautifully decorated mansion at your own pace. Holiday Nights features live music, seasonal treats, unique gift shopping, cozy outdoor fire pits, and a magical evening atmosphere. Enjoy dinner on your own at the Winterthur Cafe. This memorable holiday experience captures the warmth and wonder of the season in a stunning historic setting. Includes motorcoach transportation and admission. Bus departs at 12:00 p.m. and returns at 10:00 p.m. Cancellation deadline is November 25.

(16-Adult) Discover the elegance and simplicity of Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging. Alice Buch, Associate 1st Degree Master of the Ohara School, teaches you the basic techniques and principles of Ikebana while demonstrating a Hana Isho Rising Form arrangement that you will then get to make yourself. Supplies included are a plastic container, kenzan, and flowers. Participants are encouraged to bring their own flower scissors. No prior experience necessary. Please register for both the class and the $30 supply fee.

(2-6 yrs.) Explore the ever-changing landscape of the garden. Each week, participants will explore and discover the changes in the garden. This program will feature seasonal activities that can include planting seeds, pollinators, harvesting vegetables, digging in the soil and exploring plant parts. Adults must attend with a registered child. 

(Adults) Explore how nature, metaphor, and deep listening can enhance connection—with yourself, others and the world around you. This interactive garden-based class combines guided reflection, emotional awareness practices, and practical tools for mindful communication. Learn to tune into your inner landscape while engaging with the natural one. End with a relaxing sound bathing experience to help you integrate, unwind and return to your day grounded and refreshed. Class goes outside, weather permitting.

(Adults) Bring your baby and learn about the health benefits of early exposure to the outdoors. Learn how to create a nature-based play environment and simple activities for you and your baby to enjoy the outdoors safely. Take a walk with a naturalist. Intended for parents or caretakers of children under two.