• Sweater Weather Watercolor Class

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

    Cozy up with creativity at “Sweater Weather”, a watercolor class at Shinzen Garden on Saturday, November 8, 2025. This workshop embraces the crisp air and warm tones of autumn, guiding […]

    $35.00 – $45.00
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day – November 15

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

    Join us November 15, 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 Verse – November Poetry Series

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

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON Seasons of Verse is a curated poetry reading series held inside the peaceful landscape of Shinzen Garden, […]

    Free
  • Autumn Color Viewing

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

    We invite you to experience the breathtaking beauty of Shinzen Garden’s fall colors. Enjoy a peaceful stroll among the Japanese maples with a warm cup of tea and a traditional […]

    Free
  • Where Cultures Meet in Nature

    Virtual

    Where Culture Meet in Nature: The Story of Japanese Gardens in the West REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR HERE Why have Japanese gardens captured the imagination of Western audiences for centuries? […]

  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day -January 17

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

    Join us January 17, 2026 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 January Meeting

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

    JANUARY 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Traveling Cat Chronicles by: Hiro Arikawa We take journeys to explore exotic new places and to return to the comforts of home, to visit old […]

    Free
  • Ume Bloom Viewing

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

    Ume Bloom Viewing Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 10am - 1pm Enjoy a cup of hot tea and a Japanese rice cracker while you view the beauty of the Ume […]

    Free
  • The Art Lover’s Guide to Japanese Museums

    Virtual

    VIRTUAL EVENT Japan is a country of museums. There are more than 1,200 art museums yet this fact is often little known outside its borders. They are sprinkled throughout Japan […]

  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day Feb 21

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

    Join us February 21, 2026 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 Feb Meeting

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

    FEBRUARY 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Sailor Who Fell From Grace with the Sea by: Hiro Arikawa Thirteen-year-old Noboru is a member of a gang of highly philosophical teenage boys who […]

    Free
  • Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

    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, March 8, 2026 […]

    $25.00 – $35.00
  • Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration 1:30 Seating

    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, March 8, 2026 […]

    $25.00 – $35.00
  • Haiku and Harmony Poetry Workshop

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

    Explore the art of haiku and nature-inspired poetry while learning traditional Japanese forms. Through guided exercises and observation of the seasonal beauty of Shinzen Garden, attendees will craft their own […]

    $25.00 – $35.00
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day March 21

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

    Join us March 21, 2026 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
  • Soundbath at the Garden

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

    Unwind beneath the open sky with a deeply restorative Sound Bath set within the tranquil beauty of Shinzen Garden. Surrounded by nature, you’ll be guided through a meditative experience using […]

    $25.00 – $35.00
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club March Meeting

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

    MARCH 2026 BOOK SELECTION Ms. Ice Sandwich by: Mieko Kawakami   In her English language debut, “ceaselessly growing and evolving”novelist Mieko Kawakami renders an adolsecent voice with laser precision (Haruki […]

    Free
  • Whispers of the Garden Writing Workshop

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

    Whispers of the Garden: Finding Inspiration to Let Your Writing Bloom Surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Shinzen Garden, this writing workshop invites participants to slow down, observe, and reconnect […]

    Get Tickets $25.00 – $35.00 19 tickets left
  • NAJGA San Diego Regional Workshop

    San Diego Regional Workshop – Presented by NAJGA Join the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) for a three-day immersive learning experience celebrating the beauty, artistry, and craftsmanship of Japanese gardens. Held April 15–17, 2026 at the Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum in San Diego, this regional workshop brings together garden professionals, enthusiasts, and learners […]

  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day April 18

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

    Join us Saturday, April 18, 2026 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 […]

    RSVP Now Free 21 spots left
  • April Botanical Watercolor

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

    Slow down, look closely, and let nature guide your brush. In this botanical watercolor class at Shinzen Garden on April 18, 2026, participants will explore the delicate beauty of leaves, […]

    Get Tickets $40.00 – $50.00 1 ticket left
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club April Meeting

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

    APRIL 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Setting Sun by: Osamu Dazai Set in the early postwar years, it probes the destructive effects of war and the transition from a feudal Japan […]

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  • The Way of Matcha

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

    The Way of Matcha: The Art & Culture of Japanese Matcha Discover the beauty, tradition, and cultural significance of matcha in this immersive workshop at Shinzen Garden. Rooted in centuries […]

    Get Tickets $45.00 – $55.00 17 tickets left
  • Photography 101 Workshop

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

    Capture the beauty of Shinzen Garden while learning the fundamentals of photography in this engaging Photography 101 workshop. Designed for beginners, this hands-on class will introduce you to essential camera […]

    Get Tickets $25.00 – $35.00 21 tickets left
  • Free Garden Tour on April 26

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

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

    RSVP Now Free 25 spots left