Reeves-Reed Arboretum

10/23/2026

🍂 School’s out? Spend the day at the Arboretum! 🌿

Looking for something fun for the kids during Election Day and NJEA days? Reeves-Reed Arboretum’s Children’s Mini-Camps are a great way to spend a day off from school exploring nature, getting creative, and having fun!

We have several mini-camps planned for the first week of November, with something to spark curiosity and keep young minds engaged while school is out. 🍁

📅 Check out the flyer for camp dates, times, and themes, and find the perfect fit for your young nature lover!

🔗 Visit our website to learn more and register.

reeves-reedarboretum.org

10/22/2026

👻🥂 Spooky Spirits is back at the Arboretum! 🌙🍂

Looking for a little Halloween fun without the kids? 😉 Join us for Arboretum After Hours: Spooky Spirits on Thursday, October 29, for an adults-only evening of twilight garden strolls, spooky surprises, art, music, cocktails, and light bites!

Gather your friends, sip something festive, and enjoy a different side of Reeves-Reed Arboretum after dark. ✨🌙

🗓️ Thursday, October 29 | 6–8 pm
🍸 Adults 21+ | Rain or shine
🎟️ $20 ticket includes one drink + lite bites | Cash bar for additional beverages

Your evening out supports the Arboretum and helps keep this special place accessible to the community!🧡💜💚

Get your tickets at reeves-reedarboretum.org (link in bio). We hope to see you there!

10/22/2026

Thank you, Debra's Simple Garden! What a wonderful day we had filming with you. Thank you for spreading the love for Reeves-Reed Arboretum.💚

Debra takes us on a road trip to Summit, NJ to explore a special pl...

10/21/2026

🌿 Wellness Wednesday: Make a little time for your creative side! 🎨

Sometimes, the best way to recharge is to slow down, try something new, and make time for yourself.

Our upcoming adult creative workshops at Reeves-Reed Arboretum are a chance to unplug, explore your creative side, and enjoy a little inspiration in a beautiful garden setting. 💚

✨ Take a look at our upcoming workshops and find one that inspires you!

📅 See our flyer for dates and topics, and visit our website (link below) to register. We look forward to welcoming you to the garden!

https://www.reeves-reedarboretum.org/learn/adult-programs/

10/21/2026

We didn’t want to do it, but we had to say goodbye to our dream “Green Team” - Butterball, Chardonnay, Chico, Drew and Godiva.🥺

They did an amazing job clearing away the overgrowth in our Daffodil Bowl (see the end of the reel for the before and after). We are definitely going to miss their adorable faces.🥰🐐

But the daffodils will come and go next spring; the wildflowers, weeds and vines will be back by summers end; and come fall the goats will be grazing at the Arboretum once more. We can’t wait! ☺️💚🐐

10/20/2026

🍂 What a beautiful autumn Sunday for CELEBRATE FALL at Reeves-Reed Arboretum! 🍁

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate the magic of fall with us! From the festive atmosphere to the wonderful community spirit, you helped make our fall celebration a truly special day. 🍁🎃🧡

This event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of so many people. Thank you to our amazing volunteers and Board members, who generously shared their time and energy to make the day a success; Zoophoria NJ for their engaging animal education show; and the talented BOLD Arts student dancers for sharing their fun performance!

A special thank-you to our generous sponsors who helped make it all happen:
✨ Title Sponsor: the Lees Group of Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty
📸 In-Kind Sponsors: Bruce Lorenz - Photographer Bruce Lorenz and ShopRite

And thank you to all of our wonderful vendors for bringing so much creativity, fun, and fall spirit to the celebration! 🍁 We’ll be sharing the full vendor list in the comments, so be sure to check it out and show them some love.

🐐 And we can’t forget our four-legged friends! A huge thank-you to Annlilita Martins Cihanek whose hardworking goats spent two weeks at the Arboretum helping clear the overgrowth in our Daffodil Bowl and making lots of new friends. After tallying the votes on Sunday, we’re excited to announce that Butterball was voted Favorite Goat! 🏆🐐 Congratulations, Butterball!

Most of all, THANK YOU for supporting Reeves-Reed Arboretum, a nonprofit public garden dedicated to connecting people with nature through beautiful gardens, environmental stewardship, and educational programs for our community. Your support helps us care for our gardens, inspire a love of nature, and provide meaningful educational experiences for visitors of all ages.

We’re so grateful to be part of such a wonderful community. 💚 Thank you for celebrating fall with us and helping our gardens and educational programs continue to flourish.

We can’t wait to see you again soon! 🍁🎃🌻🍂

10/19/2026

🔥🌙 Campfire Friends is back this week!

Gather the family for an evening of campfire songs, s’mores, and nighttime adventures at Reeves-Reed Arboretum! Our Environmental Educators will lead a nighttime hike where kids and grown-ups can explore the Arboretum after dark, use their senses to discover nature, and enjoy time together outdoors.

It’s a fun way to make memories, meet new friends, and experience the gardens and trails in a whole new way! 🍂✨

📅 Thursday, October 22
⏰ 7–8 pm
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For families with children ages 5 and up

Dress for the weather and wear sneakers or hiking boots. Please note: the program will be canceled if rain is in the forecast. Check our website reeves-reedarboretum.org for details and registration!

10/19/2026

A little mulch goes a long way! 🌿💚

A big THANK YOU to BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP of Summit, NJ for spending time at Reeves-Reed Arboretum helping us mulch our woodland trails! This hands-on work helps reduce erosion, maintain safer walking surfaces, and keep our trails in good shape for everyone who visits.

We’re so grateful to the local businesses and corporate volunteer groups who share their time to help care for the Arboretum. Your support makes a real difference in keeping this special place beautiful, welcoming, and accessible for our community! 🌳

10/19/2026

John Beirne, Director of Horticulture at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, shares the story of the ‘Kindred Spirit’ hybrid oak trees planted near and around the Amphitheater Garden.

When John first arrived at the Arboretum, the garden was a new addition to the landscape. Today, these distinctive trees help ground the space, creating a sense of place and connection as the garden continues to grow and mature. 🌿

Tree List:
‘Kindred Spirit’ Hybrid Oak

A hybrid of American Swamp White Oak (Quercus bicolor) X Upright English Oak (Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’)