✨ Mother Nature is returning to Goodell Gardens & Homestead to share her mighty wisdom! ✨
Enroll your child today in Garden Sprouts 2026—a hands-on, nature-play program that uses our beautiful grounds as a living outdoor classroom!
Designed for children ages 3–6, this engaging program fosters curiosity, connection, and early learning through guided outdoor experiences.
Wednesdays, June 24th – August 5th | 10:00–11:00 AM Events Barn, Big Tent, and/or Garden & Lawn Spaces Join one or all sessions!
Sessions may include: Gardening – planting, weeding & even tasting their harvest Sensory Play – exploring nature with all five senses Discovery – learning about plant life cycles, pollinators & more
2026 Weekly Themes: June 24 – Seeds July 1 – Pollinators July 8 – Forest Friends July 15 – Backyard Bird Watchers July 22 – Pond Pals July 29 – Raindrops & Rainbows August 5 – Nature Builders
Flexible Enrollment: Each session is purchased separately! Members: $10/session Non-members: $15/session No fees for attending adults.
Parents or adult guardians must attend with their children. Registration is required.
This program helps build foundational science, early math, and social-emotional skills—while nurturing a lifelong love of nature and healthy food.
Interested in becoming a member for discounts & reciprocal benefits?
Learn more: https://goodellgardens.org/support/become-a-member
Come grow with us this summer!
Celebrate the summer solstice by experiencing Goodell Gardens awash in the energy of the upcoming solstice! Richard Gosnell, Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide and astronomy lecturer, will discuss the significance of the summer solstice in our lives. We will then experience the healing power of the gardens as we reconnect with the more than human world by practicing some basic tools of mindfulness and meditation. When performed repeatedly, these practices help you to quiet your mind by encouraging a deeper connection with the outdoors; relaxing an overactive mind; and enhancing greater sensitivity to the patterns of nature.
Bring something light to sit on.
Meet at the Events Barn. If it is not raining, we will proceed to the grounds.
Members: $12/session Non-members: $15/session
Interested in becoming a member for discounts & reciprocal benefits? Learn more: https://goodellgardens.org/support/membership/
Parents or adult guardians must attend with their children. Registration is required.
Join Goodell Gardens & Homestead for a three-part, interconnected series designed to support a holistic approach to navigating the stress that often comes with loss and major life changes. Participants will explore practical self-care strategies, connect with the healing power of nature, and hear from wellness professionals about nature’s restorative benefits.
Part 2 Description:
Restorative Care: Learn techniques from Compassionate Heart Massage to release muscle tension, promote relaxation, and nurture the mind-body connection during times of grief.
Nature Integration: Practice mindfulness enhanced by natural elements—gentle light, flowing water, and the rustle of foliage.
Cost: Free for members | $7 for non-members
Ages: Adults recommended
Each workshop will conclude with an intentional walk to the Gardens’ labyrinth, led by Marian Beckwith, offering a quiet opportunity for reflection and centering.
This series is offered free of charge for members, thanks to the support of our generous donors. Please meet at the Welcome Center. While each session may be attended individually, we recommend participating in the full series for the most meaningful experience.
Enjoy the peace of twilight at Goodell Gardens and mindfully watch daytime fade to darkness while we experience the natural sound bath of night fall. Richard Gosnell, Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide and astronomy lecturer, will lead the group in this form of meditation. When performed repeatedly, these practices will help you to quiet your mind by encouraging a deeper connection with the twilight environment and a greater sensitivity to the patterns of nature. Meet at the event barn. If it is not raining, we will proceed to the labyrinth so wear waterproof shoes and dress for the weather.
Affordable Natural Oral Care with Herbalist Leslie Alexander
Discover how working with botanicals can provide safe, effective, and affordable oral care for the whole family. Daily mouth care doesn’t need to feel complicated or expensive.
Together, we’ll begin with a brief overview of oral health before exploring simple herbal remedies for both adults and children. Using common kitchen herbs, regional plants, and familiar cultivars, we’ll demonstrate easy-to-make pastes, powders, breath fresheners, and soothing remedies for mouth discomfort.
This hands-on workshop will include demonstrations, samples to take home, recipes, and informational handouts to support your continued learning and practice at home.
People of all ages are welcome.
Members: $30/session Non-members: $35/session
Children ages 17 and younger attend free with a paid adult registration.
Part 3 Description:
Focus: Long-term strategies and community support.
Expert Insights: Dr. Titus (MHEDS Health Clinic) returns to guide us on monitoring ongoing physical and mental well-being.
Restorative Care: Develop a personalized, realistic self-care plan tailored to your unique energy levels and needs.
Nature Integration: Learn how to sustain a lifelong connection with nature as a source of ongoing comfort and healing.
Goodell Gardens & Homestead
221 Waterford Street | Edinboro, PA 16412
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