Choose one of two dates: Friday, Dec. 4, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday's Workshop is full. Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday's Workshop is now full as well. Park in one of the Arboretum's lots and meet at the Arboretum's Greenhouse. No parking at the Greenhouse. Contact us if you have mobility limintations. Limited spots available. Register by Nov. 29 to reserve your spot and wreath forms.

Create your own wreath or swag using fresh greenery! All materials will be provided. Limited to 16 people per day.

What's included:

• Simple instruction
• A space to get messy
• A wide variety of greenery, wire-edged ribbon, floral wire and metal wreath forms
• Basic tools and supplies: wire cutters, hand pruners, scirrors, gardening gloves (feel free to bring your own pruners/clippers and glove if you prefer)
• Hot cider/cocoa station
• Holiday tunes!

Pricing:

• $25/wreath or $10/swag
• Arboretum Member price: $15/wreath or $5/swag
• JUM Student price: $15/wreath or $5/swag

Questions? Call (540) 568-3194 or email Kelli at gdxc5j@jmu.edu.

1st & 3rd Fridays | Dusk | FREE 

Next Meeting: April 17, 2026-Sept. 18, 2026

Location: Arboretum Pond

Members of our local chapter of Virginia Master Naturalists, in partnership with Bat Conservation and Rescue of Virginia, will be hosting an Evening with Bats! by the Arboretum's pond on the first and third Fridays of the month, beginning on April 17 and concluding Sept. 18. (See registration link for exceptions and starting times.)

Visitors should arrive 15 minutes before sunset to hear a brief presentation about bat conservation and behavior, followed by the opportunity to watch bats of the Arboretum emerge for their evening hunt. Master Naturalists and BCRV volunteers will also be hosting a bat call monitoring station as part of the evening, and visitors can watch and learn more about acoustic monitoring, and what it's telling us about the bats who live in the Arboretum. Dress for the weather and bring a light to return to your vehicle after dark. 

Registration is strongly recommended (it allows us to notify you if the program is changed, canceled, etc.). Walk-ins are welcome, too.

Parking: Park in the EJC Arboretum R5 lot at the top of the hill (Costco side). Meet at the Pond parking lot.

Please call 540.568.3194 or email ejcarboretum@jmu.edu with any questions or concerns.

Plan to arrive 15 minutes before sunset.

Register Here

1st Tuesdays | 6-8 PM | FREE

Location: Frances Plecker Education Center

Join presenters, Clark Driver and Simon Jilg for a short lecture, bonsai displays, and door prizes!

Register Here

Next dates: Check back for Fall 2026 dates.

Location: Meet at the Frances Plecker Education Center

A JMU Health 100 Passport event sponsored by the Counseling Center. Check in at the Frances Plecker Education Center to get your materials for this self-guided experience.

Next dates: November 10; Tuesday, December 8| See below for registration details and locations

Join us for a deep healing and relaxation experience with pure sound frequencies. Sound healing resets the nervous system, equalizes brainwaves and provides a cellular detox of the highest order. 

Tuesday, November 10, Indoors at Frances Plecker Education Center, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Sound Bathing, $25, Register here.

Tuesday, December 8, Indoors at Frances Plecker Education Center, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Sound Bathing, $25, Register here.

Select "RSVP Here" for times and locations.

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.

RSVP Here