When no signs of life were left, university officials took the “last resort” and decided to remove the dead tree on May 4.

Enter the delicate world of maki-e artistry, where a 70-year-old craftsman intricately draws cherry blossoms with meticulous skill and patience. Maki-e, a traditional Japanese technique, involves ...

Learning about the art of maple sugaring, when the sap from trees is collected to make syrup while on a hike, a cooking demonstration, and a tasting Saturday at Robinson Nature Center.