Fall Plant & Bulb Sale
16th Annual Harvest Festival
Talks & Workshops
Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series
Herb Gardening 101
Thursday, October 3rd | 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Ernst Tree Terrace (beside the Frances Plecker Education Center)
From indoor vs outdoor growing to best winter herbs, local gardener, Laura Williams, will be giving an informative talk all about herb gardening! Afterward, take a trip through the Arboretum's community herb garden!
Upcycle Terrarium Workshop
Sunday, October 6th | 1 PM - 2 PM | $25/person
Location: Pavilion
Join us in a pursuit of beauty, sustainability, and fun with our Upcycle Terrarium Workshop! In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to transform everyday recycled materials into charming, eco-friendly terrariums. Guided by our experienced instructor, you'll be walked through the process of repurposing glass jars, old containers, and other upcycled items into beautiful, self-sustaining mini gardens
All About Succulents!
Wednesday, October 9th | 3-4 PM
Location: Frances Plecker Education Center
Dive into the fascinating world of succulents! Join professional succulent grower, Helen, owner of Helen's House, for an in-depth discussion all about succulents!
What You'll Learn:
- Plant Selection: How to select and maintain succulents that fit your lifestyle.
- Pest Management: Common succulent pests and fungal issues.
- Maintenance Tips: for various growing condition
- Fun projects using succulents, and so much more!
Plant Swap & Share
Friday, October 11th | 3-5 PM
Location: Ernst Tree Terrace (beside the Education Center)
Have extra plants and/or plant stuff to share? Need a new plant or want to swap plants? Look no further! JMU's faculty/staff club, The Green Thumb Society is holding a plant swap at the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum.
Unless you're a curious plant newbie, please plan to bring something to share! Bring anything from established plants, root divisions, cuttings, bulbs, seeds, pots, and tools— and leave with something new!
No registration required!
Beneficial Insects | Master Gardeners' Talk Series
Tuesday, October 15th | 11:30 - 12:30 PM
Location: Frances Plecker Education Center
STOP! Before you squish that bug, join us to find out how different insects are helpful to our gardens and flower beds. You will learn from the Virginia Master Gardeners why it is important to encourage insects to visit your garden and how to attract them by knowing what they eat, where they sleep, and how to identify them in their various life stages.
Following this free talk is a demonstration on building insect houses. For $15 you can get a kit to construct your own insect house!
Pumpkin Succulent Workshop
Wednesday, October 23rd | 3-4 PM | $10/person
Location: Frances Plecker Education Center
It's spooky season! Join professional succulent grower, Helen, owner of Helen's House, for a workshop crafting pumpkin succulents to enjoy through the fall and into winter. Learn a fun new way to grow succulents while getting into the fall spirit!
If you would like to complete a pumpkin succulent during instruction, bring your own pumpkin to the class and purchase a materials kit! A small kit with 15 pieces will accommodate a small sized pumpkin. A large kit will have 25 pieces to accommodate a large pumpkin.
Carnivorous Terrarium Workshop
Sunday, October 27th | 1-2 PM | $40/person
Location: Ernst Tree Terrace (beside the Education Center)
Dive into the fascinating world of carnivorous plants with our Carnivorous Terrarium Workshop! This immersive experience will guide you through the art of creating a unique, self-sustaining terrarium featuring some of nature’s most intriguing and exotic plant species. Perfect for plant enthusiasts and budding novices, this workshop combines hands-on crafting with a deep dive into the captivating world of carnivorous flora.
Reoccuring Programs
Bonsai Club Meeting
1st Tuesday Every Month @ 6:00-8:00 pm
Next Meeting: October 1st
Location: Frances Plecker Education Center
Have you always wanted to explore bonsai as a hobby or are just curious about the art? Join presenters, Clark Driver and Simon Jilg, at Frances Plecker Education Center for a short lecture, bonsai displays, and door prizes! For questions and concerns please reach out to ShenandoahValleyBonsaiSociety@gmail.com
Wellness and Soundscape Programs
Saturday, September 28th | 8:00 - 9:00 AM
$15 per session
Location: The Ernst Tree Terrace
Backup Location: The Pavilion
Registration required
Sound Bathing Experience
October 22nd, November 12th, December 17th
5:30-6:45 pm
$25/session
Location: Ernst Tree Terrace (beside the Education Center)
Using gongs, crystal and Tibetan bowls, voice, drums, shakers, and chimes, Connie Magee will take you on a sound journey that will relax and de-stress you and bring your whole being back into a state of harmony on all levels; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Connie Magee is a multi-modality massage therapist, medicine woman, Yoga Instructor, and meditation teacher.
Registration required
Harrisonburg Songtuary
Saturdays, September 21, October 19, and November 16| 1:30-3:30 PM
Location: The Pavilion
Harrisonburg Songtuary is a community song circle that seeks to propagate co-enchanting cohorts of contemplayful singers, sponsored by the Arts Council of the Valley and the Office of Creative Propulsion.
ANNUAL EVENTS
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February March April May |
June - August September October - December |
May - September | Private Greenhouse Shopping by Appointment
$50 Minimum purchase required, call (540)-568-3194 to schedule
Grounds: Free to the public
Dawn to dusk | 365 days a year
Frances Plecker Education Center:
M-F | 8 AM - 4 PM
