Programs for Kids, Teens & Families
"Discovery Saturdays was a lot of fun. My kids loved using binoculars to find different bird species."
The arboretum offers many programs for children ages 3 and up. Each takes advantage of our unique natural setting, whether it's examining animal adaptations in the woodland forest, facilitating seed germination in the Louise B. Roehm Greenhouse, or taking part in a physical activity on the Great Lawn. The Discovery Saturdays program is the perfect way for a busy family to escape a hectic weekday schedule and reconnect with each other and nature through hands-on learning.
Check the calendar for upcoming program listings.
Classes
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. This fall we will celebrate New Jersey and learn..
Wednesday, September 18 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, September 25 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) Kids, join us at the Arboretum to experience great tasting and exotic flavors from around the world! We'll experiment with ingredients to create a..
Wednesday, September 25, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm
(for families with children ages 4 and up)Afraid of bees? If so, you are not alone! Many people feel nervous when they see bees around their homes and in their..
Saturday, September 28, 1:00 pm—2:30 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) Fall is the best season for all things Pumpkin and Potato. Let's pick a pumpkin, plant a spud and sample an autumnal treat! Registration..
Saturday,September 28, 9:00 am—10:30 am
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, October 2 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 6 and up) Are you ready for a fun, new challenge? Come to the Arboretum after school on Friday, October 4 for a "Fall Fun" edition of..
Friday, October 4 from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
(for families with children ages 4 and up) Equipped with a map and compass, families will head out into the gardens and woodlands in search of hidden clues. The themed..
Saturday, October 5 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
(for adults and children ages 12 and up) Reeves-Reed Arboretum is excited to partner with the Morris County School of Glass to offer several programs together! It's a wonderful way..
Saturday, October 5, 1:00 pm—4:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, October 9 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) Halloween is the perfect time to plant garlic and hear ghostly tales about this pungent, garden crop. Let's gather together, plant some bulbs and..
Saturday,October 12, 9:00 am—10:30 am
(for adults and children ages 12 and up) Reeves-Reed Arboretum is excited to partner with the Morris County School of Glass to offer several programs together! It's a wonderful way..
Saturday, October 12, 9:00 am—1:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, October 16 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, October 23 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) You'll scream with delight as you create cute and creepy treats to eat and share! Registration is required and space is limited...
Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm
(for families with children ages 5 and up) In celebration of Halloween, our last Nocturnal Neighbors of the year will celebrate bats. How did bats become associated with Halloween? We..
Friday, October 25 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
(for girls ages 7 to 14) A full day, creative workshop designed for girls to practice being brave, assertive, empowered, and grounded like Mighty Oaks. Girls today are inundated with..
Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, October 30 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for adults and children ages 10 and up) Growing Gardens, a collaboration between Reeves-Reed Arboretum and The Morris County School of Glass.Flower pots...low maintenance and stunning! Come experience the ancient..
Saturday, November 2, 10:00 am—12:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) Join us in the Wisner House kitchen as we prepare and taste culinary treats from around the globe. Be sure to bring your appetite!..
Tuesday, November 5 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, November 6 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 8) From mammals to insects, all creatures on earth have a place to call home. Join us for some fun as we study different animals..
Thursday, November 7 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 8) Learn how to study animal signs in your very own backyard by becoming a nature detective! We will investigate the Arboretum for evidence of..
Friday, November 8 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, November 13 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for adults and children ages 10 and up) Growing Gardens, a collaboration between Reeves-Reed Arboretum and The Morris County School of Glass.Flower pots...low maintenance and stunning! Come experience the ancient..
Saturday, November 16, 10:00 am—11:30 am
(ages 3 to 5 with adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world start early in this engaging weekly class. We continue to celebrate New Jersey by learning about..
Wednesday, November 20 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
(for children ages 5 to 10) Hey kids, put on your aprons and roll up your sleeves; we're making and decorating holiday cookies! Registration is required and space is limited...
Wednesday, December 11, 4:00 pm—5:30 pm
