Janice Shields returns to the Polly Hill Arboretum on Saturday, Oct. 3 for her popular bench workshop. Each workshop participant will construct a garden bench using native eastern hardwoods. The pre-cut materials and connecting hardware will be provided by the instructor. This is a five hour workshop, designed for all skill levels. A tool list will be available. Ms. Shields has been designing and building rustic furniture since 1995, and teaches workshops all over the Northeast. Class runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., bring a bag lunch. Call 508-693-9426 for registration, as class size is limited. Cost is $155, or $130 for arboretum members.