PORT JERVIS, NY — You can learn about Kokedama, a form of Japanese garden art that is centuries old, on Tuesday, October 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the community room at the Port Jervis Public Library. Kokedama is a mode of plant display in which a moss ball is the focal and supporting point for a sculpted tree or plant. The moss ball may be fixed to a piece of driftwood or bark, suspended from a string, or nestled in a clear, attractive container. Hanging many of these as a Kokedama moss garden is called a string garden.

The art of Kokedama literally translates from “koke” meaning moss and “dama” meaning ball. At the class, you will make your own Kokedama to use as a gift or as an interesting accent for your favorite plant specimen. Presenters are Susan Dollard and Friends of the Garden of Sullivan County. The cost is $10. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Garden.

Pre-registration is required; call 845/856-7313 ext. 5, mail the-hub@portjer vislibrary.org or come to the library in person.