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A World Tour of Trees

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Casey Clapp, of the podcast Completely Arbortrary, will lead a walk around Hoyt Arboretum’s tree collection and spotlight trees from six different continents of the world (we have to skip Antarctica). He will share what makes each tree thrive in its environment as well as key conservation concepts. This walk is sure to be filled with curious facts, stories, and ecological intrigue as you weave your way through the Arboretum and the world. The program will conclude with a social hour at the Stevens Pavilion with Casey. Refreshments will be provided.

$20.00

Garden of Resonance: The Art of Jun Kaneko

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Portland Japanese Garden is delighted to welcome internationally acclaimed artist Jun Kaneko (b. 1942-). Kaneko, recently honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Sculpture Center, has made major contributions to the field of sculptural art on a global scale, exploring the relationships between art, nature, and people with the bold and placement of his works.

$19.95

Member Exhibition Preview: Garden of Resonance – the Art of Jun Kaneko

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Join us during member hours to view the latest Art Exhibition, Garden of Resonance: The Art of Jun Kaneko, before it opens to the public.

The Pavilion Gallery will be open from 9am to 10am, and Gallery staff will be available to share behind-the-scenes information and insights on Kaneko and his works.

Free

Saturday Crew

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Volunteer at Hoyt Arboretum to care for our trees and trails with a variety of hands-on stewardship projects.

Projects vary for each crew depending on the needs of the season, but often include invasive species removal, weeding and mulching, trail maintenance, and more. With 189-acres and more than 6,000 trees along 12 miles of trails, volunteers are incredibly important to maintaining Hoyt Arboretum’s tree collection and trail system, and it’s a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn about and care for rare and unusual trees and plants from around the world. Registartion is Required.

Free

Tree Time! Preschool Walk

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum.

$5.00

Cultural Performance: Koto Harp

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Enjoy a koto harp performance by Mitsuki Dazai at 1:15pm at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center.

$19.95

Cultural Demonstration: Tea Ceremony

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Portland Japanese Garden will offer a public demonstration of Chado, the Way of Tea, from 1:15 – 2:15pm.

$19.95

Tree Time! Preschool Walk

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum.

$5.00

Tai Chi (outside)

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

When the root is deep, there is no need to fear the wind. Many tai chi moves use images from nature—stable as a pine, flowing like a river, hands moving as clouds. Enjoying tai chi in the Arboretum allows us to connect deeply to that imagery.

$8.00

Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai

Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Join us for a live bonsai presentation at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner by Andrew Robson, President of the Bonsai Society of Portland, at the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center from 1:15 – 2:15pm.

$19.95

Foundations for Us (outside)

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Foundations For Us is a beginner friendly Asana class that focuses on and integrates foundational Yogic philosophy. Slow, and intentional this class is geared to guide you deeper within yourself closer to union (Yoga). Wear something warm and comfy, bring any props you might need and prepare to go inwards.

$18.00

Tree Time! Preschool Walk

Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum.

$5.00
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