• 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 25 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 […]

  • 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 25 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 10 tickets 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 […]

    RSVP Now Free 28 spots left
  • 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 18 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 22 tickets left
  • Kokedama Workshop May

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

    Step into the garden and discover the calming art of Kokedama, the Japanese technique of creating living “moss balls” that blend nature and design. In this hands-on workshop at Shinzen […]

    Get Tickets $75.00 – $90.00 24 tickets left
  • Petals to Pages Journal Writing Workshop

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

    Petals to Pages: Journal & Mindful Writing Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with your thoughts through the calming practice of mindful journaling. Set within the peaceful surroundings of Shinzen  […]

    Get Tickets $25.00 – $35.00 24 tickets left
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day May 16

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

    Join us Saturday, May 16, 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 40 spots left
  • May 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 May 16, 2026, participants will explore the delicate beauty of leaves, […]

    Get Tickets $40.00 – $50.00 25 tickets left
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club May Meeting

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

    MAY 2026 BOOK SELECTION Heaven by: Mieko Kawakami   With profound tenderness and sensitivity, Japanese literary superstar Mieko Kawakami turns her unique gaze onto the causes and effects of violence. […]

    RSVP Now Free 29 spots left
  • 3rd Saturday Volunteer Day June 20

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

    Join us Saturday, June 20, 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 40 spots left
  • June Botanical Watercolor

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

    Bring color, movement, and a touch of elegance to your painting practice in this botanical watercolor class inspired by the peacocks of Shinzen Garden on June 20, 2026. Guided by […]

    Get Tickets $40.00 – $50.00 25 tickets left
  • Seasons of Stories Book Club June Meeting

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

    JUNE 2026 BOOK SELECTION The Guest Cat by: Takashi Hiraide   A bestseller in France and winner of Japan's Kiyama Shohei Literary Award, The Guest Cat, by the acclaimed poet […]

    RSVP Now Free 30 spots left
  • Blumes and Tea

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

    Immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of Blumes and Tea, a delightful workshop held in the serene setting of Shinzen Garden. Registered attendees will enjoy sipping traditional Japanese tea […]

    Get Tickets $75.00 – $90.00 25 tickets left