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December 2018
Outdoor Adventures: Birds in Winter
Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning? Come to Van Vleck and visit our Education Center where an environmental educator will discuss various topics relating to nature in and around the gardens. A simple craft will be offered, as well as supplies for a self-guided activity on the property- everything you need to enjoy quality time with your family is here for you. Activities are designed for children ages 4 and up; however, all are welcome. All children must be…
Find out more »The Van Vleck Express Train Display & Winter Wonderland
NEW THIS YEAR: THE VAN VLECK EXPRESS TRAIN DISPLAY & WINTER WONDERLAND Don’t miss the magic! Stop by the Van Vleck Greenhouse to view this special, all-new Model Train & Village display, featuring G scale train layout by Peter Summers and John Malenechak of the HiRailers Club, and décor by Cindy B. Designs. Free for Friends of Van Vleck and participants at coinciding events; $5 per person and $10 per family at the door for General Public. No pre-registration.
Find out more »Van Vleck Music & More Concert Series Event
Join us for "The Jazz Hour with Al Johnson and Friends" in the living room of the Van Vleck House. Program will feature standards and holiday classics including Blue Train, Winter Wonderland, Satin Doll, and Let it Snow, led by bandleader Albert Johnson, Jr. This is a free concert. Pre-registration for this concert is closed. Walk-ins are welcome as long as space is available.
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga
Begin your week with mindful vinyasa yoga in the living room of the Van Vleck House overlooking the courtyard garden. Taking inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty around us, we flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Bring your own mat. Registration required – Class size is limited! Single class: $20 Friends of Van Vleck/$25 General Public
Find out more »Garden Discoveries Pre-K Program: Bird Feeder Fun
Our Garden Discoveries classes are designed to inspire children about the natural world around them. Since each child learns in a different way, every class examines one topic through stories, outdoor exploration, and hands-on activities and specimens. Each program will include a guided hike, hands-on activities and a story. Rain or shine.
Find out more »The Experience of Mindfulness: Meditation in Everyday Life
Learn the practice more than twenty million Americans find beneficial in quieting the mind, cultivating inner peace, and enhancing physical and mental well-being. This course is taught by long-time Montclair resident, Ramananda John E. Welshons, an internationally recognized teacher who has been practicing meditation and various forms of yoga for more than 45 years. It is offered in the beautiful, serene environment of Van Vleck House and Gardens, and is open to beginners and experienced meditators. It offers a wonderful…
Find out more »Adult Birding Hike
The gardens are magnificent in the late fall with plenty of local birds to see. Fox, rabbit and, of course, squirrel are frequent visitors to Van Vleck, and might leave some fresh tracks in the snow as an added bonus. Join us for a stroll to see what is happening in the garden this month. Dress for the weather. Binoculars are optional, but recommended.
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga
Begin your week with mindful vinyasa yoga in the living room of the Van Vleck House overlooking the courtyard garden. Taking inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty around us, we flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Bring your own mat. Registration required – Class size is limited! Single class: $20 Friends of Van Vleck/$25 General Public
Find out more »The Experience of Mindfulness: Meditation in Everyday Life
Learn the practice more than twenty million Americans find beneficial in quieting the mind, cultivating inner peace, and enhancing physical and mental well-being. This course is taught by long-time Montclair resident, Ramananda John E. Welshons, an internationally recognized teacher who has been practicing meditation and various forms of yoga for more than 45 years. It is offered in the beautiful, serene environment of Van Vleck House and Gardens, and is open to beginners and experienced meditators. It offers a wonderful…
Find out more »January 2019
Monday Morning Yoga
Set a mindful tone for your whole week by starting Mondays off with vinyasa yoga in the Van Vleck living room. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful and serene Van Vleck gardens just outside the window, students will flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. All levels, from beginner to experienced yogis, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Registration required.
Find out more »Music & More Concert Series Event
Join us for an enjoyable afternoon as master storytellers Gerald Fierst and Richard Stillman present "The Mythmakers: Stories and Music from Around the World" in the living room of the Van Vleck house. The program will include music, movement and stories from countries around the world, from Ireland to Japan. This is a free concert. Pre-registration for this concert is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome if space permits.
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga
Set a mindful tone for your whole week by starting Mondays off with vinyasa yoga in the Van Vleck living room. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful and serene Van Vleck gardens just outside the window, students will flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. All levels, from beginner to experienced yogis, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Registration required.
Find out more »Garden to Table
This three-part series will teach children about gardening, nutrition and the importance of eating locally, as they harvest produce from the Edible Garden and prepare food with it. There will also be time to journal about the experience in the Van Vleck gardens. Registration required. Open to children in grades 3 through 6.
Find out more »Adult Birding Hike
Come take a walk in the garden and observe the bustling activity of birds and other critters during these very cold months. Please dress for cold temperatures and wear boots. Binoculars are optional, but would be helpful. Online registration: Click Here You may also register by emailing education@vanvleck.org or calling 973-744-4752 ext. 3.
Find out more »One World, Many Animals is FULL!
This program is now FULL! Meet and greet live animals from around the world as we enjoy a presentation from Eyes of the Wild. An animal expert will introduce us to animals from several of the seven continents, focusing on their habitats, similarities and differences, as well as the communication and survival skills these animals need in order to thrive in the regions in which they live. Rain or shine. Registration required.
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga
Set a mindful tone for your whole week by starting Mondays off with vinyasa yoga in the Van Vleck living room. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful and serene Van Vleck gardens just outside the window, students will flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. All levels, from beginner to experienced yogis, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Registration required.
Find out more »February 2019
Monday Morning Yoga
Set a mindful tone for your whole week by starting Mondays off with vinyasa yoga in the Van Vleck living room. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful and serene Van Vleck gardens just outside the window, students will flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. All levels, from beginner to experienced yogis, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Registration required.
Find out more »Music & More Concert Series Event
Join us in the living room of the Van Vleck House for an afternoon performance by the Heimat Quartet, featuring selections from Mozart String Quartet No. 14 in G Major, K.387, Webern Langsamer Satz, and Dvorak String Quartet No. 14 in Ab major, Op. 105, B 193. This is a free concert. We are no longer taking reservations for this concert, however walk-ins are welcome if space permits.
Find out more »Monday Morning Yoga
Set a mindful tone for your whole week by starting Mondays off with vinyasa yoga in the Van Vleck living room. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful and serene Van Vleck gardens just outside the window, students will flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. All levels, from beginner to experienced yogis, are welcome. Bring your own mat. Registration required.
Find out more »Outdoor Adventures: Animal Signs
Spend a Saturday morning at Van Vleck! An environmental educator will be on-hand at the Van Vleck Education Center from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm to discuss various topics relating to nature in and around the gardens. The program includes a simple craft and supplies for a self-guided activity on the property—all the tools you need for a fun, family excursion. Online registration now available!
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