Cats in the Garden 2025

Weather update: the event will happen on Sunday, June 15th as planned. Join us on Father’s Day for this annual event at Van Vleck Gardens!  The Jaguar Touring Club of New Jersey will once again bring a wide array of classic and modern Jaguars for visitors to admire. Ou......More

Weather update: the event will happen on Sunday, June 15th as planned. Join us on Father’s Day for this annual event at Van Vleck Gardens!  The Jaguar Touring Club of New Jersey will once again bring a wide array of classic and modern Jaguars for visitors to admire. Our grounds will be filled with beautiful automobiles and blooming flowers for everyone to enjoy. Admission is $10 cash per person at the gate, kids under 10 may enter free of charge. There is no registration for this event. 

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

Monday Morning Yoga – HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 – June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 – 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the char......More

Monday Morning Yoga – HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 – June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 – 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in this dynamic, inclusive class. Our teacher Jennifer Hondru-Celestin takes inspiration from the natural beauty around us to flow with the seasons, blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a good dose of humor and fun.  This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Masks are optional. Bring your own yoga mat and props. Fee:  Single class: $23 Members / $28 Non-Members  Late Spring Series  (7 classes): $140 Members/ $175 Non-Members  Pre Registration is required the Friday prior to the class..  There are no drop-ins for this class.

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Yoga in the Garden

Yoga in the Garden – In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of th......More

Yoga in the Garden – In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a good dose of humor and fun. Our yoga community welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. In case of inclement weather, the class will be canceled and participants will be notified. Fee:   Single class: $20 Members / $25 Non-Members Registration is required on or before the Monday prior to each class. We can not accommodate drop-ins.              

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Tales on the Trails - Busy Bees

Tales on the Trails – Busy Bees Wednesday, June 18, 1:00pm -1:45pm Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Bees are hard at work collecting pollen and nectar for their hive. Let’s learn about the life of a bee and how we can help these pollinators in our gardens. We will be readi......More

Tales on the Trails – Busy Bees Wednesday, June 18, 1:00pm -1:45pm Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Bees are hard at work collecting pollen and nectar for their hive. Let’s learn about the life of a bee and how we can help these pollinators in our gardens. We will be reading “It Starts with a Bee“.  Every child registered will receive a copy of the book! This program begins in the gardens of Van Vleck with a story, then continues with a walk and concludes with a simple craft or activity.  All programs focus on the theme listed.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather permitting.  Fee: $10/class per child for Members / $15/class per child for Non-members Registration required by 1 day prior to each class. Sponsored by The Albert Payson Terhune Foundation

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Virtual Meditation Class

Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a series of evening m......More

Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of your own home via Zoom. These classes will focus on specific practices for working with fear and anxiety.  Participants will learn and practice different forms of mindfulness meditation in each session and will have the opportunity to participate in discussions of Ramananda’s three critically acclaimed books. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners, these gatherings offer an opportunity to experience deep inner peace while practicing with a highly experienced meditation teacher.  Important Updated Registration Information: A Zoom Link will be sent the day of the class to registrants. If you are registering after 3 PM on the day of the class, the Zoom link will be included in the automated payment confirmation email sent when you register. There is no registration deadline for this class. Fee:  Single class: $10 Members / $15 Non-Members   

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Landscape Resiliency

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 19th – Building Resiliency into Your Landscape – Strategies and planning for a precarious future to help your garden thrive in changing conditions. This class is......More

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series (time to be confirmed) June 19th – Building Resiliency into Your Landscape – Strategies and planning for a precarious future to help your garden thrive in changing conditions. This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Outdoor Adventures - Sunflowers & Summer Blooms

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM June 21st – Sunflowers & Summer Blooms Discover the wonders of summer and the beautiful plants that enjoy this season. Join us as we learn the lifecycle of a sunflower and what other plants bloom and thrive this time of......More

Outdoor Adventures  Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM June 21st – Sunflowers & Summer Blooms Discover the wonders of summer and the beautiful plants that enjoy this season. Join us as we learn the lifecycle of a sunflower and what other plants bloom and thrive this time of year. Your family will  explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Our Van Vleck Education team will guide your family through this interactive learning experience. This program is entirely outdoors, weather dependent. Registration is required and includes everything you need to participate in the program. Designed for children ages 4 -11 but all are welcome. Fee: FREE for Members of Van Vleck $15 per family  for  Non-Members Registration required by 1 day prior to each class. Sponsored by

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga - Late Spring Session

Monday Morning Yoga – HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 – June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 – 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the char......More

Monday Morning Yoga – HYBRID in-person / virtual Late Spring Session: May 5 – June 23 (no class 5/26), 9:30 – 10:45 AM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Join our welcoming community for a meditative yoga flow practice in the Van Vleck living room overlooking the charming courtyard gardens. All levels of yoga experience are welcome in this dynamic, inclusive class. Our teacher Jennifer Hondru-Celestin takes inspiration from the natural beauty around us to flow with the seasons, blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a good dose of humor and fun.  This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Masks are optional. Bring your own yoga mat and props. Fee:  Single class: $23 Members / $28 Non-Members  Late Spring Series  (7 classes): $140 Members/ $175 Non-Members  Pre Registration is required the Friday prior to the class..  There are no drop-ins for this class.

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Yoga in the Garden

Yoga in the Garden – In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of th......More

Yoga in the Garden – In-person/Outdoor Tuesday Evenings: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Instructor: Jennifer Hondru-Celestin Spend a peaceful evening practicing mindful slow-flow yoga. Jennifer takes inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty of the Van Vleck Gardens to lead a class blending mindful movement, breath, meditation, and a good dose of humor and fun. Our yoga community welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. In case of inclement weather, the class will be canceled and participants will be notified. Fee:   Single class: $20 Members / $25 Non-Members Registration is required on or before the Monday prior to each class. We can not accommodate drop-ins.              

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Virtual Meditation Class

Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a series of evening m......More

Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of your own home via Zoom. These classes will focus on specific practices for working with fear and anxiety.  Participants will learn and practice different forms of mindfulness meditation in each session and will have the opportunity to participate in discussions of Ramananda’s three critically acclaimed books. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners, these gatherings offer an opportunity to experience deep inner peace while practicing with a highly experienced meditation teacher.  Important Updated Registration Information: A Zoom Link will be sent the day of the class to registrants. If you are registering after 3 PM on the day of the class, the Zoom link will be included in the automated payment confirmation email sent when you register. There is no registration deadline for this class. Fee:  Single class: $10 Members / $15 Non-Members   

MILL Classes at Van Vleck - Sustainable Garden Practices Tour

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series Thursdays, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM June 26th – Sustainable Garden Practices Tour – Explore the many sustainable garden practices we implement here at Van Vleck House & Gardens. This class is a Pa......More

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning Spring Series Thursdays, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM June 26th – Sustainable Garden Practices Tour – Explore the many sustainable garden practices we implement here at Van Vleck House & Gardens. This class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning. To register please visit: http://schedulesplus.com/montclair/kiosk

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States

Garden Qigong

Garden Qigong at Van Vleck Gardens Partner Program with the Adult School of Montclair Mondays, June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 10:00 AM -11:00 AM Join us to explore Qigong in the Van Vleck summer garden Learn to move with gracefulness and joy while remaining centered and roote......More

Garden Qigong at Van Vleck Gardens Partner Program with the Adult School of Montclair Mondays, June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 10:00 AM -11:00 AM Join us to explore Qigong in the Van Vleck summer garden Learn to move with gracefulness and joy while remaining centered and rooted. This 4 week class highlights the gentle rhythms of Qigong by slowing down, listening and mind/body peacefulness. Come pay attention to your senses as we move with care, cultivate attention and let each breath carry us home. Fee: $72. Registration opens on June 16th.  Please visit the Adult School of Montclair Website at:  www.adultschool.org.

Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, 07042, United States