• Karikomi & Tamamono: Cloud Pruning

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

    Cloud Pruning Workshop (Karikomi & Tamamono): Sculpting Organic Forms Join Certified Aesthetic Pruner, Steve DaSilva for an immersive workshop on Karikomi & Tamamono -  art of cloud pruning, a traditional […]

    $25.00 – $45.00
  • World Bonsai Day

    Clark Bonsai Collection at Shinzen 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    FREE with Paid Garden Admission Experience the Beauty of BonsaiImmerse yourself in a day filled with exciting activities, including: An open-air Bonsai Market – Explore unique bonsai trees, tools, and accessories.Bonsai […]

    Free
  • Botanical Watercolor Class #3

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

      Join us for a serene and inspiring Botanical Watercolor Class at Shinzen Garden, led by talented artist Noelle Correia. Immerse yourself in the timeless art of botanical illustration, learning […]

    $35.00 – $55.00
  • KODOMO NO HI “Children’s Day”

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

    Celebrate Japanese Children’s Day at Shinzen Garden, a fun-filled event honoring the joy and growth of children through traditional arts and crafts! Families are invited to explore Japanese culture with […]

    Free
  • Intermediate Japanese Language Course May

    Shinzen Office 323 W. Cromwell, Suite 101, Fresno, United States

    Intermediate Japanese Build upon your foundation in Japanese with this Intermediate Japanese class at Shinzen Garden! Designed for students who have completed our Introduction to Japanese course, this class will […]

    $130.00 – $180.00
  • Botanical Watercolor Class #4

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

    Join us for a serene and inspiring Botanical Watercolor Class at Shinzen Garden, led by talented artist Noelle Correia. Immerse yourself in the timeless art of botanical illustration, learning both […]

    $35.00 – $55.00
  • Free Garden Tour May 10 at 11am

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

    Join us for a free docent-led tour on select weekends, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance.  During the tour, our knowledgeable docents guide […]

    Free
  • Free Garden Tour on May 10 at 1 pm

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

    Join us for a free docent-led tour on select weekends, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance.  During the tour, our knowledgeable docents guide […]

    Free
  • Seasons of Verse Poetry Series

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

    Featuring Joseph Voth, author of “Living with Noise”, Michelle Patton, who won the Ernesto Trejo Award for poetry and was a nominee for a Pushcart Prize and Kirk Stone. Seasons of […]

    Free
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day – May 17

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

    Join us May 17, 2025 for a rewarding Volunteer Day at Shinzen Garden! This hands-on event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, meet like-minded community members, and contribute […]

    Free
  • Art of Bonsai 10:30 am Workshop

    Clark Bonsai Collection at Shinzen 114 W Audubon Drive, Fresno, CA, United States

    Discover the timeless beauty and tranquility of bonsai in this hands-on introductory workshop. Perfect for beginners, The Art of Bonsai will guide you through the fundamentals of selecting, styling, and […]

    $50.00 – $100.00
  • Writing Workshop #1 – The Garden as a Story

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

    The Garden as a Story: Writing with Nature’s Wisdom This workshop will explore storytelling techniques by drawing parallels between the elements of a Japanese garden—stones, water, trees, and pathways—and narrative […]

    $25.00 – $45.00
  • Virtual Conversation with Kiku Hughes

    Virtual

    THIS IS A VIRTUAL EVENT Take part in a free virtual conversation with Kiku Hughes, author of Displacement. Get an insight on the historical and personal impact that the WWII […]

  • Matsu no Mekaki Pine Decandling Workshop

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

    Discover the traditional technique of Matsu no Mekaki (pine tree decandling) in this hands-on workshop led by Certified Aesthetic Pruner, Steve DaSilva. This workshop is designed to help you refine […]

    $25.00 – $45.00
  • Tea Ceremony Demonstration 11 am June 8

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

    Experience a Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony at Shinzen Garden Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden as we present a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony on Sunday, June 8, […]

    $25.00 – $35.00
  • Free Garden Tour on June 14 at 10am

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

      Join us for a free docent-led tour on select weekends, providing visitors with an in-depth exploration of its serene landscapes and cultural significance.  During the tour, our knowledgeable docents […]

    Free
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day – June 21

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

    Join us June 21, 2025 for a rewarding Volunteer Day at Shinzen Garden! This hands-on event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, meet like-minded community members, and contribute […]

    Free
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club Launch

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

      Seasons of Stories is a new book club at Shinzen Garden that invites readers to gather in the natural setting of the garden to explore literature inspired by Japanese […]

    Free
  • Seasons of Verse – Poetry at the Garden

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

    Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, featuring four unique events that align with the rhythm of the seasons. The […]

    Free
  • Art in the Garden

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

    Experience the beauty of art and nature intertwined at Art in the Garden, a unique strolling art show set in the serene surroundings of Shinzen Garden. Local artists will showcase […]

    Free
  • Whispers of the Bamboo: Reflective Writing Workshop

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

    Creative Writing Workshop Whispers of the Bamboo: Reflective Writing Workshop This creative writing workshop will focus on journaling, memoir writing and mindfulness-based storytelling. Participants will engage in guided reflections and […]

    $25.00 – $45.00
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day – July 19

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

    VOLUNTEER SATURDAY ON JULY 19, 2025 HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO HEAT   Join us July 19, 2025 for a rewarding Volunteer Day at Shinzen Garden! This hands-on event is […]

    Free
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club July Meeting

    Virtual

    JULY BOOK SELECTION Facing the Mountain: An inspiring Story of Japanese American Patriots in World War II By Daniel James Brown In the days and months after Pearl Harbor, the […]

    Free
  • Hiroshima and Nagasaki Remembrance Ceremony

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

    Join us at Shinzen Garden for the 80th Commemoration Ceremony of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings—a solemn tribute to peace, remembrance, and resilience. Through reflection, music, and community, we honor […]

    Free
  • Garden Tour for Toro Nagashi at 10:30 am

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

    Garden Tour on Saturday, August 16 at 10:30 am. The tour is included with paid garden admission ($5 per adult | $1 per child/senior)

    Free