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Pruning 101 – Intro to Pruning

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

In-Person Pruning 101 Workshop Instructor: Steve DaSilva, Certified Aesthetic Pruner (A.P.A) In this 2-hour workshop, instructor Steve DaSilva will provide instruction and training on how to properly prune while preserving a plant's natural vigor and beauty. Our expert will guide you through essential pruning techniques and provide insight into why and when to prune. Meet […]

$45.00 – $235.00

Keeping Happy and Healthy Koi

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Keeping Happy and Healthy Koi with Dr. Sanders Presented by the Central California Koi Society Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00 pm  

Free

Strides for Wellness

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Join us for an enriching and rejuvenating afternoon at Strides for Wellness inside Shinzen Garden, presented by the California Health Sciences University Class of 2024. Here you can embrace holistic well-being through a series of mindful activities designed to nourish your mind, body, and soul. Activities Include: 🚶‍♂️ Mindful Walking: Immerse yourself in the serene […]

Free

Volunteer Saturday

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

On the third Saturday morning of each month, beginning at 8:30 am, volunteer gardeners arrive at Shinzen Garden to work on scheduled tasks. We often have weeds to pull, shrubs to trim, leaves to rake, and compost to spread. There are also opportunities to work in the Clark Bonsai Collection where you will tend to […]

Free
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Ikebana Show

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Ikebana Show Presented by the Fowler Ikebana Club This Ikebana show will present exquisite floral arrangements created by members of the Fowler Ikebana Club. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, is a cultural practice also known as kadō 華道, or the 'way of flowers.' Surpassing the boundaries of what we consider 'conventional floral composition' […]

Free

Pruning 101: Japanese Black Pines

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Pruning 101: Japanese Black Pines Instructor: Steve DaSilva, Certified Aesthetic Pruner (A.P.A) In this 2-hour workshop, instructor Steve DaSilva will provide instruction and training on how to properly prune a Japanese Black Pine. Our expert will show you all the whys and how's about candling and needling to maintain aesthetics and keep your pines a […]

$25.00 – $45.00

Explore Japanese Traditions

Fresno Art Museum 2233 N. Fresno Street, Fresno, CA, United States

*This event is NOT being held at the garden. It is being hosted at the Fresno Art Museum* Explore Japanese Traditions Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 10 am to 1 pm at FAM Sculpture Garden & Bonner Education Center at the Fresno Art Museum, 2233 North First Street, Fresno Bonsai Talk and Demonstration presented by […]

Music in the Garden – Ike Tecson Trio

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a musical journey with the Ike Tecson Trio! A neo-soul and Jazz aficionado, Ike Tecson spent the early part of his post-graduate years at the University of Hawaii touring Japan and performing at popular music venues such as the Sapporo Jazz Festival, Birdland, and the Yokohama Music Festival. […]

$5.00 – $10.00

Volunteer Saturday

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

On the third Saturday morning of each month, beginning at 8:30 am, volunteer gardeners arrive at Shinzen Garden to work on scheduled tasks. We often have weeds to pull, shrubs to trim, leaves to rake, and compost to spread. There are also opportunities to work in the Clark Bonsai Collection where you will tend to […]

Free

Origami Workshop

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Fold-Tastic Fun! This workshop will guide participants ages 10+ on how to fold unique origami designs. Participants will enjoy live demos, learn origami basics and folding techniques to craft contemporary origami designs. This workshop will cover: A brief introduction to origami Folding Time! Create 2 - 3 origami designs Question & Answer discussion throughout.

$25.00 – $35.00

Postponed Origami Workshop #2

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

POSTPONED DUE TO HEAT! NEW DATE TBD Next Level Fold-Tastic Fun! This workshop will guide participants ages 10+ on how to fold unique origami designs. This workshop will build on the basics and introduce more complex folding techniques to craft contemporary origami designs. This workshop will cover: A brief introduction to origami Folding Time! Create […]

$25.00 – $35.00

Volunteer Saturday

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

On the third Saturday morning of each month, beginning at 8:30 am, volunteer gardeners arrive at Shinzen Garden to work on scheduled tasks. We often have weeds to pull, shrubs to trim, leaves to rake, and compost to spread. There are also opportunities to work in the Clark Bonsai Collection where you will tend to […]

Free

Hiroshima and Nagasaki Commemoration

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Join the Human Rights Coalition of the Central Valley as we gather in solidarity to commemorate the 79th Anniversary of those who died, who continue to suffer and in the hope for peace and justice.

Free

Toro Nagashi

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Join Us In the spirit of the Japanese ceremony Tōrō Nagashi, please join Shinzen Friendship Garden for our 39th annual floating lantern celebration on Saturday, August 17, 2024 Traditionally, this Japanese ceremony honors the memory of loved ones. During the festival of Obon, it is believed that ancestors come back to spend time with the living. […]

Event Series Survival Japanese Language Course

Survival Japanese Language Course

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

REGISTER HERE  Survival Japanese Language 4-Week Course (Beginner Level) For those yearning to visit Japan, but unsure of how to start learning Japanese, Shinzen Garden's new program - Survival Japanese, is perfect for you!  This 4-week course will lead you through real-life scenarios and useful phrases to make the most of your trip. Instructor Akiko […]

Event Series Survival Japanese Language Course

Survival Japanese Language Course

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

REGISTER HERE  Survival Japanese Language 4-Week Course (Beginner Level) For those yearning to visit Japan, but unsure of how to start learning Japanese, Shinzen Garden's new program - Survival Japanese, is perfect for you!  This 4-week course will lead you through real-life scenarios and useful phrases to make the most of your trip. Instructor Akiko […]

Music in the Garden Back to the Bow

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a musical journey with our local string ensemble, "Back to the Bow". Let Back to the Bow string ensemble delight you with classical music and Japanese folk songs. For 21 years Back to the Bow has performed for audiences at Retirement Homes, Veteran’s and Valley Children’s Hospitals, […]

$5.00 – $10.00
Event Series Survival Japanese Language Course

Survival Japanese Language Course

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

REGISTER HERE  Survival Japanese Language 4-Week Course (Beginner Level) For those yearning to visit Japan, but unsure of how to start learning Japanese, Shinzen Garden's new program - Survival Japanese, is perfect for you!  This 4-week course will lead you through real-life scenarios and useful phrases to make the most of your trip. Instructor Akiko […]

Learn and Grow – Converting Your Lawn into a Meadow

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Converting Your Lawn into a Meadow Thursday, September 19, 2024 | 2:00 pm Instructor: Master Gardener, Tim Sullivan In this session, you will learn how to convert your traditional lawn into a beautiful meadow that over time, will attract pollinators, use less water and require less maintenance and cost. Native grasses and wildflowers will be […]

$10.00 – $25.00

Volunteer Saturday

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

On the third Saturday morning of each month, beginning at 8:30 am, volunteer gardeners arrive at Shinzen Garden to work on scheduled tasks. We often have weeds to pull, shrubs to trim, leaves to rake, and compost to spread. There are also opportunities to work in the Clark Bonsai Collection where you will tend to […]

Free
Event Series Survival Japanese Language Course

Survival Japanese Language Course

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

REGISTER HERE  Survival Japanese Language 4-Week Course (Beginner Level) For those yearning to visit Japan, but unsure of how to start learning Japanese, Shinzen Garden's new program - Survival Japanese, is perfect for you!  This 4-week course will lead you through real-life scenarios and useful phrases to make the most of your trip. Instructor Akiko […]

Learn and Grow – Colorful Drought Tolerant and Waterwise Gardening

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Drought Tolerant Plants Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 2:00 pm Instructor: Master Gardener, Charlie Hindes Enjoy the benefits of color and texture in your drought-tolerant and waterwise garden throughout the year. Master Gardener, Charlie Hindes will present beneficial information on developing and maintaining a drought - tolerant and waterwise garden. Meet your instructor - Charlie […]

$10.00 – $25.00

Central California Koi Show

Woodward Park, Activities Area 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA

September 28 - 29 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The Central California Koi Society (CCKS) will host its 44th annual Fresno Koi Show on Saturday and Sunday, September 28 & 29, 2024, at Woodward Park in the Group Activity Area (next to Shinzen Friendship Garden). The Fresno Koi Show is hosted in partnership with […]

Cherry Blossoms & Koi: Cookie Art Class

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

~ SOLD OUT ~ Unleash your creativity and enjoy a delightful morning at Shinzen Garden with our Cherry Blossoms & Koi Cookie decorating class. On Saturday, September 28th, from 10:00 am to noon., immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the garden while learning to decorate cookies inspired by Japanese culture. In this class, you'll […]

$65.00

Pruning 101: Fall Thinning of Conifers

Shinzen Friendship Garden 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

Pruning 101: Fall Thinning of Conifers Instructor: Steve DaSilva, Certified Aesthetic Pruner (A.P.A) This hands-on 2-hour session, perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners, will guide you through essential techniques for maintaining the health and beauty of your conifer trees. Our expert instructor, Steve DaSilva, will demonstrate proper thinning methods to ensure your trees thrive […]

$10.00 – $25.00