News release
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Meditation Garden, scheduled 2 p.m. Tuesday at Duane R. Harte Park.
The Meditation Garden is designed to provide a peaceful, reflective outdoor space where residents can pause, breathe and reconnect with nature, according to a news release from the city.
Located in a secluded area at the rear of Duane R. Harte Park, the garden is intentionally set away from playgrounds and major pathways to create a sense of refuge while remaining welcoming and accessible to all visitors, the release said.
The garden’s design emphasizes simplicity and balance, allowing the surrounding hillsides and mature oak trees to take the lead. Natural materials, such as stone, wood and decomposed granite paths, were selected to promote calm and well-being, along with drought-tolerant landscaping that complements the existing park setting, according to the release.
A looping walking path will guide visitors through the space, offering seating, multiple viewpoints and options for both sun and shade. Rather than traditional flowing water features, the Meditation Garden suggests movement through terraced gravel and natural stone elements, complemented by a subtle, solar-powered boulder fountain, the release said.
Following the ribbon cutting, attendees will be invited to observe demonstrations of yoga, a sound bath and tai chi in various areas of the Meditation Garden. A stone painting activity for children will also be offered.
Duane Harte Park is located at 26401 Riverrock Way. The Meditation Garden will be open to the public following the ceremony. For more information, visit SantaClarita.gov.
