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Our popular Arboretum Nature Camp is offered during spring break! Join us for inspiring spring-themed projects and garden adventures as we explore the science, art, and culinary joys of springtime while experiencing the beautiful blooms and plant growth abounding outside!

Arboretum Nature Camp helps foster a connection with nature through joyful, educational experiences and meaningful peer interactions.

2025 SPRING NATURE CAMP 

WEEK 1: April 7-11, 2025 SOLD OUT

WEEK 2: April 14-18, 2025

AGES: 5-10 years old

COST: $425/members; $450/non-members

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm

*Read our Summer Camp Frequently Asked Questions page HERE for general information on camp at The Arboretum. Please note some information will only relate to summer camp.

For questions, contact Brooke Applegate at brooke.applegate@arboretum.org

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REFUND POLICY

THE FOLLOWING PENALTY FEES APPLY TO ALL CANCELLATIONS WITHOUT EXCEPTION:

– All camp cancellations are subject to a $100 penalty fee per child per week regardless of when they are requested.

– In order to qualify for a partial refund, all camp cancellations must be requested no later than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date. Partial refunds are registration fees minus the $100 penalty fee per child per week.

– Cancellations requested less than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date will not qualify for a refund of any kind.

– Your registration denotes your understanding of this policy.

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Our popular Arboretum Nature Camp is offered during spring break! Join us for inspiring spring-themed projects and garden adventures as we explore the science, art, and culinary joys of springtime while experiencing the beautiful blooms and plant growth abounding outside!

Arboretum Nature Camp helps foster a connection with nature through joyful, educational experiences and meaningful peer interactions.

2025 SPRING NATURE CAMP 

WEEK 1: April 7-11, 2025 SOLD OUT

WEEK 2: April 14-18, 2025

AGES: 5-10 years old

COST: $425/members; $450/non-members

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm

*Read our Summer Camp Frequently Asked Questions page HERE for general information on camp at The Arboretum. Please note some information will only relate to summer camp.

For questions, contact Brooke Applegate at brooke.applegate@arboretum.org

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REFUND POLICY

THE FOLLOWING PENALTY FEES APPLY TO ALL CANCELLATIONS WITHOUT EXCEPTION:

– All camp cancellations are subject to a $100 penalty fee per child per week regardless of when they are requested.

– In order to qualify for a partial refund, all camp cancellations must be requested no later than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date. Partial refunds are registration fees minus the $100 penalty fee per child per week.

– Cancellations requested less than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date will not qualify for a refund of any kind.

– Your registration denotes your understanding of this policy.

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THURSDAY MORNINGS 9:30-11am

Tai Chi, often described as "meditation in motion," is a gentle yet powerful form of exercise that enhances strength, flexibility, and balance while promoting mental calm and reducing anxiety.

Rooted in the ancient “I Ching” philosophy, Tai Chi is a martial art that integrates the principles of energy flow and movement. Kinetic Tai Chi, developed by Master Chien, blends these ancient foundations with modern physics, focusing on potential and kinetic energy. This practice includes techniques such as striking, throwing, and submission, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced students.

By combining physical movement with Tai Chi’s deep philosophical teachings, students can experience lifelong health benefits, sharpen their mental clarity, and develop advanced combat skills. Whether you're new to Tai Chi or looking to refine your practice, this class offers a path to improved well-being and personal growth.

*Class is located on covered walkway in front of Ayres Hall. *Class may be moved indoors or cancelled due to rain! Cancellation/Reschedule/Refund Policy: Cancellations or reschedules must be requested in advance of one week prior to the program start date in order to qualify for a refund or reschedule. Cancellations or reschedules requested within 7 days of the class start date will not qualify for a refund or reschedule. The Arboretum does not offer credit or reschedules for missed classes. If you are unable to cancel within the required refund window, please consider your program fee a donation to the garden. Your registration confirms your understanding of and agreement with this policy. 

About the instructor:

Master Chien is the founder of Kinetic Tai Chi and 2014 Kung Fu Master of USC Pacific Asia Museum. In 2013 he became the first instructor to teach Tai Chi at the legendary Gold’s Gym, Arcadia, CA.  Chien’s heavy focus on the principle of softness to conquer hardness has helped students to overcome not only their physical limitations, but their mental ones as well, to reach the ultimate level of “soft as silk and hard as steel”. [post_title] => Tai Chi [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => tai-chi-17 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-02-25 16:58:14 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-02-26 00:58:14 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=46462 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3131076 [meta_value] => 2025-04-17 09:30:00 [day] => 17 [time] => 9:30AM [theRow] => 89 ) [3] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 54695 [post_author] => 2 [post_date] => 2025-02-26 12:03:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-02-26 20:03:15 [post_content] =>

Thursdays; 11-11:30am 

For children from infants to 5 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This not a drop-off program. Members free; included in paid admission. Registration is not required.

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Our popular Arboretum Nature Camp is offered during spring break! Join us for inspiring spring-themed projects and garden adventures as we explore the science, art, and culinary joys of springtime while experiencing the beautiful blooms and plant growth abounding outside!

Arboretum Nature Camp helps foster a connection with nature through joyful, educational experiences and meaningful peer interactions.

2025 SPRING NATURE CAMP 

WEEK 1: April 7-11, 2025 SOLD OUT

WEEK 2: April 14-18, 2025

AGES: 5-10 years old

COST: $425/members; $450/non-members

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm

*Read our Summer Camp Frequently Asked Questions page HERE for general information on camp at The Arboretum. Please note some information will only relate to summer camp.

For questions, contact Brooke Applegate at brooke.applegate@arboretum.org

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REFUND POLICY

THE FOLLOWING PENALTY FEES APPLY TO ALL CANCELLATIONS WITHOUT EXCEPTION:

– All camp cancellations are subject to a $100 penalty fee per child per week regardless of when they are requested.

– In order to qualify for a partial refund, all camp cancellations must be requested no later than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date. Partial refunds are registration fees minus the $100 penalty fee per child per week.

– Cancellations requested less than two weeks (14 days) in advance of the first day of the camp week start date will not qualify for a refund of any kind.

– Your registration denotes your understanding of this policy.

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This event is sold out!

Join us for a family celebration at our Spring Fling: An Egg-Ceptional Celebration! Enjoy music, crafts, games, an egg run, photo opportunities, and special guests. Bring your children to participate in the egg scramble, take photos with our special guests, or indulge in delicious food while listening to lively music. Our seasonal crafts will be perfect for kids! Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening—we can’t wait to see you there! Egg Scrambles – Baskets will be provided and egg hunts will run continuously every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 pm.  The last egg run will be at 7:30 pm  Check out our Spring Fling event community partners below: Bunny World Foundation is an all-volunteer animal welfare organization focused on rabbit care, education, and adoption. Come meet our happy, hoppy pals at the event! The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage is dedicated to the preservation of local history and engagement with the community. Check out their booth to learn more about our city! The Peacock Cafe concession stand and Bar will be open until 7:30 PM. Food truck lineup: Patty Meets Bun Arenita Gourmet Kitchen Kona Ice The Peacock Bar will be serving specialty cocktails: Berry Springy (Blueberry Lemonade Margarita) – Tequila, triple sec, blueberry syrup, Lemonade & garnish with lemon & blueberries Spring Bubbles – Vodka, elderflower liqueur, strawberry syrup, lemon juice, champagne & garnish with mint [post_title] => SOLD OUT! 2025 Spring Fling, An Egg-Ceptional Celebration! [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => spring-fling-2025-an-egg-ceptional-celebration [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-04-16 16:36:16 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-04-16 23:36:16 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=66086 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3287142 [meta_value] => 2025-04-18 17:00:00 [day] => 18 [time] => 5:00PM [theRow] => 0 ) [6] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 1378 [post_author] => 3 [post_date] => 2024-04-30 09:00:06 [post_date_gmt] => 2024-04-30 16:00:06 [post_content] => The Southern California Hemerocallis & Amaryllis Society sponsors this annual show that features educational displays, demonstrations and bulbs for sale. [post_title] => SCHAS Bulb Show & Sale [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => bulb-show-plant-sale [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-02-10 12:49:31 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-02-10 20:49:31 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => http://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=1378 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 14101 [meta_value] => 2025-04-19 09:00:00 [day] => 19 [time] => 9:00AM [theRow] => 0 ) [7] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 46118 [post_author] => 2 [post_date] => 2025-03-24 11:07:21 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-03-24 18:07:21 [post_content] => The American Ceramic Society of Southern California presents this two-day show of work created by local artists and featuring Patti Hallowes, Burbank ceramic artist and former American Ceramic Society-Design Chapter President. Patti began working with clay in 1993 with her mentor, Bonnie Jean Malcolm. She studied ceramics at the Betsy Lueke Center for the Arts, Los Angeles Valley College and the University of California Santa Barbara, as well as many workshops with notable ceramic artists. One artist, Brian Ransom, was a big influence on her work for incorporating whistles made of clay in the pieces to make them sing, howl, chirp and hoot. Patti’s work is representational, inspired by nature and figurative sculpture. Her work has won multiple awards both locally and internationally. She currently works from home and has a studio that is complete with kilns, wheels, equipment and materials. She has everything she needs to make ceramic art in all methods and firing ranges.   [post_title] => Clay Festival & Marketplace [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => clay-festival-gift-show [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-04-08 15:09:19 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-04-08 22:09:19 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=46118 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 1758148 [meta_value] => 2025-04-19 09:30:00 [day] => 19 [time] => 9:30AM [theRow] => 0 ) [8] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 44057 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2021-11-10 15:19:32 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-11-10 23:19:32 [post_content] =>

Saturday, April 19; 10am-1pm

Shape, trim, bloom! Pruning a plumeria tree is an art, not just a task. Join us for a hands-on workshop at the Los Angeles Arboretum’s breathtaking plumeria grove, where you’ll learn the essential techniques for shaping and trimming your trees with precision. Our expert instructors will guide you through the why, how, and where of pruning, ensuring you understand the best practices for healthy, beautiful blooms. After detailed demonstrations, you’ll get the chance to work alongside experienced grove volunteers to prune one or more of the Arboretum’s magnificent trees. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a plumeria enthusiast, you’ll leave with the skills to help your plumeria thrive. *Class will be located in our plumeria grove which is about a 15-minute walk from the entrance. *Carts will be available to shuttle participants to class location starting at 9:30am. About The Instructor Since 2001, Diana has been growing plumeria in her drought tolerant, coastal garden and happily passes along her knowledge to the community. In 2014, she kick-started a volunteer effort to renovate, expand and improve the Arboretum’s grove of over 100 trees. She firmly believes in sharing her expertise and lessons learned via in-grove workshops and the annual Plumeria Day event. 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In this "groovy" program, while listening to trippy tunes, we’ll dive into the wonders of the floral world, exploring how flowers engage in "free love" (pollination and plant reproduction), alter consciousness, and inspire social trends.  This "Flower Power" themed evening will include a hands-on science experiment, a creative nature-based craft, and an amusing, grown-up tour of the garden while sipping on an "adult juice box" and enjoying nostalgic childhood snacks. Guests are encouraged to come in hippie-themed attire! The inspiration for our "Camp for Adults" series came directly from adult feedback! Year after year we have heard parents of our youth campers, as well as general guests who witnessed our children’s camp programs, say things like “Oh wow, I wish I could attend this camp!” Well, we took their comments seriously, and gave them that opportunity! While each Adult Camp theme is tailored to a grown-up audience, the program mirrors a day in the life of an Arboretum summer camper, giving adults a chance to escape the intensity of their daily responsibilities and travel back in time to when they attended summer camp as children. And for those who never got to attend camp as a child, this program allows you to experience the magic of a camp experience for the first time. [post_title] => Spring Break Camp for Adults: Flower Power! 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Come join us for an open studio experience to practice and perfect techniques of botanical illustration. Under the guidance of instructor, Cristina Baltayian, these classes will be exploring color pencil, graphite, pen and ink, and watercolor on various papers, vellum and other surfaces. The emphasis will be on plant observation, drawing, composition, color theory and matching, and medium techniques.  

Tuesdays 10am-2pm

May Session: May 6, 13, 20, and 27 (4-week session, Members: $275, Non-Members: $295)

June Session: June 3rd, June 10, June 17, June 24 (4-week session, Members: $275, Non-Members: $295)

July Session: July 1, July 8, July 15, (no class on July 22), July 29 (4-week session, Members: $275, Non-Members: $295)

August Session: August 5, August 12, August 19, August 26 (4-week session, Members: $275, Non-Members: $295)

September Session: September 2, September 9, September 16, September 23 (4-week session, Members: $275, Non-Members: $295)

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WEDNESDAY EVENINGS 5:30-6:45pm

Take a break from your busy week and flow into tranquility in the serene setting of the Arboretum. Our mid-week all-levels flow yoga class offers a perfect opportunity to reset, unwind, and reconnect. This gentle yet invigorating session combines breath, movement, and mindful stretches to help release tension, improve flexibility, and restore balance. Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, the peaceful surroundings of the Arboretum provide the ideal backdrop for deepening your practice and rejuvenating your body and mind. Let the natural beauty guide you through a calming evening of flow and restoration. *Please bring your own yoga mat! Cancellation/Reschedule/Refund Policy: Cancellations or reschedules must be requested in advance of one week prior to the program start date in order to qualify for a refund or reschedule. Cancellations or reschedules requested within 7 days of the class start date will not qualify for a refund or reschedule. The Arboretum does not offer credit or reschedules for missed classes. If you are unable to cancel within the required refund window, please consider your program fee a donation to the garden. Your registration confirms your understanding of and agreement with this policy.  About the instructor: Stephanie Vosper has been practicing and teaching yoga since 2010.  She has worked in varied settings, from festivals, to private lessons to 24 Hour Fitness, where she worked until gyms closed in 2020.  She is currently thrilled to be part of the yoga team at Stronghold Climb LLC where she has been for the past 2 years.    Stephanie holds a Bachelor degree in Health Science and completed her 200 YRT in 2015 with Live Love Teach. Stephanie is passionate about yoga and will be practicing it until beyond her dying day, because yoga is union with mind, body and spirit and has enhanced her life immeasurably.  Stephanie loves nothing more than to share her knowledge and love of yoga to foster wellbeing amongst all.                     *This class may be taught by a substitute teacher without advance notification to participants should the need arise.  Questions? Please call the Education Department at 626.821.4623 or email at education@arboretum.org. Click here for Morning Yoga dates [post_title] => Yoga in the Garden – Evenings [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => yoga-in-the-garden-evenings [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-03-26 10:19:10 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-03-26 17:19:10 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=44697 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3303417 [meta_value] => 2025-04-23 17:30:00 [day] => 23 [time] => 5:30PM [theRow] => 102 ) [14] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 32099 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2020-04-29 11:00:51 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-04-29 11:00:51 [post_content] => The Arboretum Library's book group explores the portrayal of western North American landscape in fiction, non-fiction, drama, poetry, letters, graphic novels, etc.  The group generally, but not always, meets the 4th Wednesday of the month in the Arboretum Library.  When the weather is good and the mosquitos are less active, the group will meet outside in appropriate places in the gloriously, beautiful grounds of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. At other times the group will meet in the Arboretum Library with social distancing and masking if desired. The group leader will decide each month whether the meeting will be in-person (in the Arboretum Library or outside on the Arboretum grounds) or on Zoom. The group uses a modified version of the Shared Inquiry™ method developed by the Great Books Foundation.  The discussion is greatly enhanced if the chosen book of the month is read, although we welcome those who just want to listen. Let the host know you want to listen. New participants are always welcome! Click here to see the questions already asked for this year's past books and check out the history of the book club by hovering on the tab and explore the books from previous years. For more information and to be added to the e-mail reminder list about the Community Book Discussion Group, please contact, Arboretum Librarian Emeritus, Susan Eubank, at Susan.Eubank@Arboretum.org.  You must RSVP to Susan for the discussions you would like to attend.

May 28, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin, New York : Harper & Row, c1978.

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June 25, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Read Me, Los Angeles by Katie Orphan, Altadena, California : Prospect Park Books, 2020.

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 August 27, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

The Forgotten Botanist by Wynne Brown, Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 2021

ISBN: 9781496222817 “Every once in awhile, a book comes along that, even though it is non-fiction, is so well written that it reads like a novel. [...] I was drawn in immediately by Ms. Brown’s eye for detail and [the] well written narrative of […] Lemmon’s life, loves, and scientific contributions to the field of botany. [The book] chronicles [her] remarkable life, in which [she & her husband] found new plant species in Arizona, California, Oregon, & Mexico & traveled throughout the Southwest [...]. [It] is a timeless tale about a woman who discovered who she was by leaving everything behind. Her inspiring story is one of resilience, determination, & courage—and is as relevant to our nation today as it was in her own time.” — Mary Sauers, NCompass Blog WILLA Literary Award Winner in Creative Nonfiction; 2022 Spur Award Winner; 2022 Top Pick in Southwest Books of the Year; New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards Finalist in Cover Design; Honorable Mention in the At-Large NFPW Communications Contes The Forgotten Botanist is the account of an extraordinary woman who, in 1870, was driven by ill health to leave the East Coast for a new life in the West--alone. At thirty-three, Sara Plummer relocated to Santa Barbara, where she taught herself botany and established the town's first library. Ten years later she married botanist John Gill Lemmon, and together the two discovered hundreds of new plant species, many of them illustrated by Sara, an accomplished artist. Although she became an acknowledged botanical expert and lecturer, Sara's considerable contributions to scientific knowledge were credited merely as "J.G. Lemmon & wife." The Forgotten Botanist chronicles Sara's remarkable life, in which she and JG found new plant species in Arizona, California, Oregon, and Mexico and traveled throughout the Southwest with such friends as John Muir and Clara Barton. Sara also found time to work as a journalist and as an activist in women's suffrage and forest conservation. Her inspiring story is one of resilience, determination, and courage--and is as relevant to our nation today as it was in her own time.

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November 26, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Icarus by Deon Meyer translated by K.L. Seeger, Atlantic Monthly Press, 2015

ISBN: 9780802124005 “Deon Meyer's gritty crime novels [are] part police procedural, part political thriller . . . What makes Meyer such a national treasure - and as good as anyone in the world - is that even if you have no knowledge or interest in South Africa's history or present, his books are compelling page-turners. Politics and race are just part of the intricately crafted superstructure bolted onto the rock-solid chassis of a top-quality crime thriller, driven by a writer with deceptive skill.” — Books Live [A] …”great discovery: classy, edgy writing, subtly plotted and beautifully balanced between fast-paced action, pungent social comment and the process of investigation.” —Weekend Australian South Africa's preeminent crime fiction writer, Deon Meyer is internationally acclaimed for his razor's-edge thrillers, unforgettable characters, and nuanced portrayals of contemporary life in his native country. The fifth pulse-pounder starring Captain Benny Griessel, a lead detective in South Africa's priority crimes unit, delves into the country's burgeoning tech and wine industries. A week before Christmas, a young photographer discovers a plastic-wrapped corpse amidst the sand dunes north of Cape Town. The only thing found on the corpse is a dead iPhone, but it doesn't take long for the police to identify the body as that of Ernst Richter--the tech whiz behind MyAlibi, an internet service that provides unfaithful partners with sophisticated cover stories to hide an affair. Meanwhile, Benny Griessel is called to the scene of a multiple homicide involving a former colleague, and four years of sobriety are undone on the spot. He emerges from his drunken haze determined to quit the force, but the take-no-sass Major Mbali Kaleni, now his boss, wants Griessel on the Richter case. The high-profile murder has already been the subject of fierce media speculation, with questions swirling about the potential for motive: could the perpetrator be one of the countless jilted spouses? An aggrieved client? Before the week is out, an unexpected connection to a storied family winery comes to light, and Griessel's reputation is again on the line. Mounting towards a startling conclusion, Icarus is another exceptional novel from the "King of South African Crime."

December 17, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Venice by Jan Morris as James Morris, London: Faber & Faber, 1960

“... [She] writes beautiful prose. This hymn to Venice, from someone who has lived there, is, as you would expect, a lyrical and haunting evocation of the beauty of one of the world's most visited tourist destinations, and a fascinating history of a city state that was a republic and maritime empire throughout the middle ages. […I]t is also shrewd and practical and funny. [...] This is a piece of the best sort of travel writing, the sort where the traveller becomes part of an alien landscape and has deep interactions with the inhabitants and begins to struggle to an understanding of what it must be like to live in such a place..”— David Appleby, Goodreads   [post_title] => Reading the Western Landscape Community Book Discussion [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => reading-the-western-landscape-book-group [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-04-23 15:11:13 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-04-23 22:11:13 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=32099 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3094991 [meta_value] => 2025-04-23 19:00:00 [day] => 23 [time] => 7:00PM [theRow] => 55 ) [15] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 46462 [post_author] => 25 [post_date] => 2022-03-25 11:25:48 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-03-25 18:25:48 [post_content] =>

THURSDAY MORNINGS 9:30-11am

Tai Chi, often described as "meditation in motion," is a gentle yet powerful form of exercise that enhances strength, flexibility, and balance while promoting mental calm and reducing anxiety.

Rooted in the ancient “I Ching” philosophy, Tai Chi is a martial art that integrates the principles of energy flow and movement. Kinetic Tai Chi, developed by Master Chien, blends these ancient foundations with modern physics, focusing on potential and kinetic energy. This practice includes techniques such as striking, throwing, and submission, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced students.

By combining physical movement with Tai Chi’s deep philosophical teachings, students can experience lifelong health benefits, sharpen their mental clarity, and develop advanced combat skills. Whether you're new to Tai Chi or looking to refine your practice, this class offers a path to improved well-being and personal growth.

*Class is located on covered walkway in front of Ayres Hall. *Class may be moved indoors or cancelled due to rain! Cancellation/Reschedule/Refund Policy: Cancellations or reschedules must be requested in advance of one week prior to the program start date in order to qualify for a refund or reschedule. Cancellations or reschedules requested within 7 days of the class start date will not qualify for a refund or reschedule. The Arboretum does not offer credit or reschedules for missed classes. If you are unable to cancel within the required refund window, please consider your program fee a donation to the garden. Your registration confirms your understanding of and agreement with this policy. 

About the instructor:

Master Chien is the founder of Kinetic Tai Chi and 2014 Kung Fu Master of USC Pacific Asia Museum. In 2013 he became the first instructor to teach Tai Chi at the legendary Gold’s Gym, Arcadia, CA.  Chien’s heavy focus on the principle of softness to conquer hardness has helped students to overcome not only their physical limitations, but their mental ones as well, to reach the ultimate level of “soft as silk and hard as steel”. [post_title] => Tai Chi [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => tai-chi-17 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-02-25 16:58:14 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-02-26 00:58:14 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://www.arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=46462 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3131082 [meta_value] => 2025-04-24 09:30:00 [day] => 24 [time] => 9:30AM [theRow] => 90 ) [16] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 54695 [post_author] => 2 [post_date] => 2025-02-26 12:03:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-02-26 20:03:15 [post_content] =>

Thursdays; 11-11:30am 

For children from infants to 5 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This not a drop-off program. Members free; included in paid admission. Registration is not required.

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