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SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Volunteer Day June 20
DESCRIPTION: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 contribute to the care and maintenance of this beautiful space. \nVolunteers assist with tasks such as weeding\, pruning\, planting\, and other seasonal projects that help preserve the garden’s tranquility and charm. No prior gardening experience is necessary—our team will provide guidance and tools. \nBring your enthusiasm\, comfortable clothing\, and a spirit of teamwork! Together\, we can ensure Shinzen Garden remains a vibrant sanctuary for all to enjoy. \nWhat to Bring: Closed-toe shoes\, gloves\, water bottle\, and a hat. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.shinzenjapanesegarden.org/event/3rd-saturday-volunteer-day-june-20/
LOCATION:Shinzen Friendship Garden\, 114 W Audubon Drive\, Fresno\, CA\, 93720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Saturdays
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SUMMARY:June Botanical Watercolor
DESCRIPTION: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 an instructor\, participants will learn watercolor techniques while capturing the iridescent feathers\, graceful forms\, and natural surroundings of these iconic birds. Designed for all skill levels\, this relaxed\, creative experience blends observation\, artistic exploration\, and the tranquil beauty of the garden. Leave with a vibrant piece of art—and a deeper connection to Shinzen’s living landscape. \nPre-registration is required. \n  \nMeet your instructor: Noelle Correia – Born under a full moon in Scorpio in Fresno\, California\, after spending time tinkering around at her father’s auto repair/welding shop as a child\, Noelle began to create an imaginary world out of carpenter’s chalk drawings of discarded car parts. This world turned the industrial environment of downtown Fresno into a delusional paradise. Noelle left Fresno at eighteen but took her imaginary world with her and continues to process the nuance and grit of everyday cultural collision through fluvial imagery. \nHer creative process begins with color. Noelle is inspired by how the color schemes pop in biodiversity\, such as a poisonous dart frog’s epidermal layers resting on a muted green leaf. The biodiverse thread within her creative practice is that of Botanical Surrealism. She begins her work by thinking about the relationship between emotions and color and allows color theory to drive the outcome. Symbols that represent the feminine mystique and practical magic are a reoccurring thematic backdrop. The process has become a life metaphor in which she works through obstacles\, obtains epiphanies\, and understands herself as a tiny part of a much larger whole. \nShe conveys the beauty and complexities of human nature using texture\, pattern\, and narrative elements throughout her work. Her work has been exhibited in California Galleries and collectives exhibitions\, including Radius Gallery\, The Art Cave\, The Art League of Santa Cruz County\, Pajaro Valley Arts Gallery\, and Arte Americas. Noelle’s work further explores the botanical world through watercolor painting\, paper-cut collage practices\, and encaustic medium. Through wax\, water\, and human narratives of all kinds\, Noelle creates a vibrant play on color and form.
URL:https://www.shinzenjapanesegarden.org/event/june-botanical-watercolor/
LOCATION:Shinzen Friendship Garden\, 114 W Audubon Drive\, Fresno\, CA\, 93720\, United States
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SUMMARY:Seasons of Stories Book Club June Meeting
DESCRIPTION:JUNE 2026 BOOK SELECTION\n\nThe Guest Cat\nby: Takashi Hiraide\n  \n \nA bestseller in France and winner of Japan’s Kiyama Shohei Literary Award\, The Guest Cat\, by the acclaimed poet Takashi Hiraide\, is a subtly moving and exceptionally beautiful novel about the transient nature of life and idiosyncratic but deeply felt ways of living. A couple in their thirties live in a small rented cottage in a quiet part of Tokyo; they work at home\, freelance copy-editing; they no longer have very much to say to one another. But one day a cat invites itself into their small kitchen. It leaves\, but the next day comes again\, and then again and again. Soon they are buying treats for the cat and enjoying talks about the animal and all its little ways. Life suddenly seems to have more promise for the husband and wife — the days have more light and color. The novel brims with new small joys and many moments of staggering poetic beauty\, but then something happens…. \nAs Kenzaburo Oe has remarked\, Takashi Hiraide’s work “really shines.” His poetry\, which is remarkably cross-hatched with beauty\, has been acclaimed here for “its seemingly endless string of shape-shifting objects and experiences\, whose splintering effect is enacted via a unique combination of speed and minutiae.” \n  \n  \n  \n  \nORDER THE BOOK HERE\n  \nSeasons 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 culture and explore books from Japanese American authors.  We will be diving into a thoughtfully selected book each month and enjoy meaningful conversations surrounded by the beauty of the garden. All are welcome—bring your curiosity and love for stories! \nJoin our online club by scanning the QR Code\n \n 
URL:https://www.shinzenjapanesegarden.org/event/seasons-of-stories-book-club-june-meeting/
LOCATION:Shinzen Friendship Garden\, 114 W Audubon Drive\, Fresno\, CA\, 93720\, United States
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SUMMARY:Blumes and Tea
DESCRIPTION: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 while learning to create a fresh\, seasonal floral bouquet inspired by the garden’s natural elegance. Guided by an experienced instructor\, you’ll explore balance\, color\, and texture as you design a bouquet to take home. This soothing\, creative experience is perfect for flower lovers\, tea enthusiasts\, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. \nPre-registration is required. \n  \nMeet your instructor: \nBlume and Vine – Blume & Vine was born from the belief that flowers are more than decoration\, they are markers of life\, memory\, and meaning. From celebration to grief\, from the quiet moments in between to the milestones that shape us\, flowers tell our stories when words fall short. Founded in Clovis\, California\, Blume & Vine is a modern floral studio dedicated to intentional design\, sustainable practices\, and honest connection. Every arrangement is crafted with care\, using a blend of fresh\, dried\, and locally sourced blooms to reflect the emotion behind the moment. Our shop is inspired by the rhythm of real life a balance of softness and grit\, beauty and imperfection\, bloom and root. We honor the full spectrum of human experience through thoughtful floral design that feels personal\, warm\, and deeply grounded. Whether we’re creating wedding flowers\, memorial pieces\, everyday bouquets\, or custom installations\, our goal is simple: to create florals that feel like they belong to your story.
URL:https://www.shinzenjapanesegarden.org/event/blumes-tea-june/
LOCATION:Shinzen Friendship Garden\, 114 W Audubon Drive\, Fresno\, CA\, 93720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Garden Events,Workshops
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