Upcoming programs at Berkshire Botanical Garden
STOCKBRIDGE – Berkshire Botanical Garden presents the following upcoming program: Saturday, June 8, 2 to 4 p.m., “Forest Bathing.” Forest Bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, is centered around opening oneself to the healing power of the natural world. Studies have shown that Forest Bathing helps lower stress and anxiety, strengthen immune function, improve cardiovascular and metabolic health, and boost overall well-being. Zach Rissman will guide participants through a two-hour experience where they can slow down and experience deep rest, relaxation, presence, and healing. Cost $25 members, $40 nonmembers; To register or for more information, visit www.berkshirebotanical.org. Berkshire Botanical Garden is located at 5 West Stockbridge Road.
30th Annual Northampton Garden Tour
NORTHAMPTON – The 30th Annual Northampton Garden Tour presented by Friends of the Forbes Library will take place on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. This year the tour will also include a raffle of items that appeal to both gardeners and other library supporters, and this year they will be selling limited edition artist designed t-shirts for $30 at Forbes Library and garden #3 on the day of the tour. Tickets for the tour are $20 if bought by Friday, June 7 at Bay State Perennial Farm/Whately, Cooper’s Corner, State Street Fruit Store, Gardener’s Supply Company/Hadley, Sugarloaf Gardens/Sunderland, or Forbes Library. On the day of the tour, June 8, tickets are 425 and available only at Forbes Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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