NJBG Events

Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Donations are gratefully accepted. For events that require reservations, or for questions, please call the NJBG office at (973) 962-9534.

All events begin or take place at the Carriage House Visitor Center unless otherwise specified.

Winter-Spring 2012

** DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE **

Free Guided Garden Tours - Sundays, 2 p.m., May through October. Steady rain cancels.

Download the entire Winter-Spring 2012 NJBG calendar of events.

In late winter around the Botanical Garden... The Botanical Garden's plants are sleeping, but there's still a lot going on. Look for winter jasmine in bloom on the west side of the Manor, and witchhazel in yellow and orange near the Annex. The Garden's main roads and parking lots are always promptly cleared of snow, so come take a walk. Or, if you're a cross-country skier, there's plenty to explore in the meadows and woodlands that surround the Garden. FREE.

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February

• February 5 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
  Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowlegeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 2 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. dults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
• February 19 (Sunday), 1 pm
  Family Winter Walk. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, kid-friendly walk in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a walk designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Precipitation cancels. FREE.

March

• March 4 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
  Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowlegeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 2 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. dults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
• March 18 (Sunday), 1 pm
  Family Woodland Walk. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, kid-friendly walk in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a walk designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Precipitation cancels. FREE.
• March 24 (Saturday), 10 am
  End-of-Winter Tree Walk. [GS] Join Head Landscape Designer Rich Flynn as he leads this perennial favorite. Learn the differences between trees and how to tell them apart in this special tree walk. FREE
• March 31 (Saturday), 12 noon-4 pm
  Volunteer Lunch. By invitation only. Our special Thank You! to our volunteers.

April

• April 1 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
  Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowlegeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 2 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. dults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
• April 14 (Saturday), 10 am
  Early Spring Wildflower Walk. [GS] Join Nancy Bristow in checking out the early bloomers in the Wildflower Garden! Wear comfortable shoes. Steady rain cancels. $5 donation requested.
• April 15 (Sunday), 1 pm
  Family Woodland Walk. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, kid-friendly walk in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a walk designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Precipitation cancels. FREE.
• April 21 (Saturday), 10 am
  NEW! Pest Management in Your Garden. [GS] Just in time for your spring gardening, Ray Edel, The Record/Herald News garden columnist, will teach you ways to keep your personal plot pest-free. $5 donation requested.
• April 22 (Sunday), 1 pm
  Earth Day Walk. Join in this fun walk designed to raise awareness of our bio-diversity. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a walk designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Rain cancels. FREE
• April 28 (Saturday), 10 am
  Lovely Lilacs. [GS] From Skylands to your garden! Dr. Edith Wallace offers a presentation on lilacs and their cultivation, followed by an exploration of NJBG's Lilac Garden, weather permitting. Wear comfortable shoes. $5 donation requested.

May

• May 4 (Friday), 10 am-4 pm
  Plant Sale-Members' Preview & Reception. We thank our members each year with an invitation to the special pre-opening for our annual Plant Sale. You'll love the array of unusual specimens! NJBG members only. Not a member? Become one today.
• May 5-6 (Saturday-Sunday), 10 am-4 pm
  Plant Sale. Perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs. Trees, shrubs, vines and ground covers. Hanging baskets and potted plants. Knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice, and the plants are lush and healthy. Come early for the best selection. FREE admission.
• May 12-13 (Saturday-Sunday), 12 noon-4 pm
  Lilac Garden Splendor. The Lilac Garden is a large collection of these sweet-scented and prolific spring beauties, in the peak of bloom this time of year. Members of NJBG's Lilac team will be in this part of the Garden to answer any questions you might have. Free.
• May 19 (Saturday), 10 am
  Spring Wildflower Walk [GS] What a diffrence a month makes! Join Nancy Bristow in exploring the spring bloomers in the Wildflower Garden now that the season is well underway. Wear comfortable shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Steady rain cancels. $5 donation requested.
• May 20 (Sunday), 1 pm
  Family Woodland Walk. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, kid-friendly walk in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a walk designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Precipitation cancels. FREE.

YOUR GARDEN
Come visit often for a constantly-changing display of color and bloom sure to cheer your heart. The Botanical Garden is open every day from 8 am to 8 pm Garden admission is always free. $5 per car parking fee on summer weekends and holidays. Weekday parking is free.

[GS] GARDEN SATURDAYS
Our interesting and varied program series offers you a brand-new adventure on Saturday mornings.

MANOR TOURS
...are offered on Sunday afternoons, March through November. Knowledgeable docents will introduce you to the architecture and history of beautiful Skylands Manor. Adults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free. Please check the calendar for exact dates and times.

GIFT SHOP
Sunday afternoons from 12 noon-4 pm, April through December (weather permitting). Great gift ideas, shirts, books, garden supplies, and children's items. Credit cards accepted.

HIKE & BIKE
Always a pleasure on the Garden's many safe and beautiful hiking & biking trails.

FAMILY WOODLAND WALK
Our easy, kid-friendly walks one Sunday afternoon each month are a great way to explore nature. Free.

VOLUNTEER IN THE GARDEN
NJBG volunteers help maintain the gardens, give tours, and offer many other public services. To volunteer, inquire at the office. We'd love to have you!

PLEASE REMEMBER...
Skylands is a carry-in, carry-out State Park facility. Please carry your trash and litter back out with you and dispose of it properly.

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