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SUMMARY:The Romance of Plants: A Heart-Centered Approach to Making Herbal Medicines
DESCRIPTION:Taught by herbalist Michelle Bouton\, this herbal intensive onsite at the Arboretum encourages us to remember the excitement and mystery of getting to know a plant. Move beyond the field guide for a heart-centered approach to plants\, engendering reciprocal relationship as practiced by earth medicine-based cultures. Starting with gratitude and balance results in powerful medicine! We will explore ethical considerations of planting and harvesting and how we can support resilience of at-risk species in our area before diving into into hands-on medicine-making together. \nONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursdays\, June 23 & 30\, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/the-romance-of-plants-a-heart-centered-approach-to-making-herbal-medicines/2022-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Field Version
DESCRIPTION:In this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail\, training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. Study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on summer wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. \nFIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 22\, 29\, July 6\, 13 & 27\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.+ \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-field-version/2022-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
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UID:1778780018713-1655805600-1655809200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Summer Flora Identification - Online Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify native mountain flora using a non-technical keying system\, while studying the characteristics of plant families\, the basics of plant community and the natural and the cultural history of the flora of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Scott Dean brings lore and botanica together in an engaging close-up look at the plants that add to our region’s marvelous ecological diversity. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Tuesdays\, June 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12 & 26\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/summer-flora-identification-online-version/2022-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220617T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073026Z
CREATED:20260710T073026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073026Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Plants of Promise Garden at the Arboretum. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. \nONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, June 17 – July 22\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-2/2022-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073028Z
CREATED:20260710T073028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073028Z
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SUMMARY:All About Corvids
DESCRIPTION:What a difference one letter makes! Take a closer look at Corvids\, the highly intelligent and inquisitive family of birds that includes over 120 species\, including crows\, ravens\, magpies and blue jays. Birding expert Aaron Steed sifts through confusion\, sets aside stereotypes and stirs our curiosity with information on the birds that hold important roles in myths across cultures and in our ecosystems. If you love oaks and pines in our Southern Appalachian forests\, then you’ve got to love Corvidae\, ecosystem engineers extraordinaire! \nONLINE | Wednesday\, June 15\, 1:30 – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/all-about-corvids/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T143000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073021Z
CREATED:20260710T073021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073021Z
UID:1778780018726-1655298000-1655303400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Re-Visioning Your Home Landscape
DESCRIPTION:The process of transforming a landscape into a sustainable\, ecologically-sound garden that you love is a rewarding aspect of being a gardener.  Understanding plants and their inter-relationships is key to creating a landscape that’s a joy\, not a chore. In this class\, Lisa Wagner will help you better understand how to learn how to observe and assess the ecological soundness of your landscape and how to incorporate those observations in your gardening plans. We’ll talk about the components needed to create a robust ecological food web of largely native trees\, shrubs\, and perennials. which will work over the seasons (and years) and create a welcoming landscape. A primary objective of this class is to learn how to assess and improve the ecological soundness of your landscape. \nONLINE | Two Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 8 & 15\, 1 – 2:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/re-visioning-your-home-landscape/2022-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073016Z
CREATED:20260710T073016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073016Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Hike & Forest Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Let’s enjoy a quiet\, mindful stroll through the woods together. A silent hike takes us to scenic treasures on the arboretum property where we will do a restorative qigong practice. Qigong is a series of simple movements that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Hikes will be mindfully-paced and qigong practices easy and accessible. \nONSITE | Sunday\, June 12\, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/silent-hike-forest-qigong/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073001Z
CREATED:20260710T073001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073001Z
UID:1778780018701-1654772400-1654777800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography & The Enveloping Landscape in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your intimacy with your surroundings and the natural world through photography. Award-winning documentary photographer Susan Patrice offers a heartfelt photography workshop that combines contemplative practices with ways to document a closer and more intimate focus on nature and your surroundings. Through this simple photographic practice\, a nearby green space can become an oasis of beauty and connection and your own backyard can come alive with extraordinary photographic opportunities. \nFive class meetings include photographic assignments\, rich sharing and discussion\, and supportive critiques. With appropriate conditions\, we will schedule one session onsite at the Arboretum or an online critique / curatorial session. \nTools: Zoom\, Google account for sharing images. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Thursdays\, May 12 – June 9\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplative-photography-the-enveloping-landscape-in-spring/2022-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T143000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073021Z
CREATED:20260710T073021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073021Z
UID:1778780018725-1654693200-1654698600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Re-Visioning Your Home Landscape
DESCRIPTION:The process of transforming a landscape into a sustainable\, ecologically-sound garden that you love is a rewarding aspect of being a gardener.  Understanding plants and their inter-relationships is key to creating a landscape that’s a joy\, not a chore. In this class\, Lisa Wagner will help you better understand how to learn how to observe and assess the ecological soundness of your landscape and how to incorporate those observations in your gardening plans. We’ll talk about the components needed to create a robust ecological food web of largely native trees\, shrubs\, and perennials. which will work over the seasons (and years) and create a welcoming landscape. A primary objective of this class is to learn how to assess and improve the ecological soundness of your landscape. \nONLINE | Two Sessions: Wednesdays\, June 8 & 15\, 1 – 2:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/re-visioning-your-home-landscape/2022-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bergamot-3-landscape-scaled-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073020Z
CREATED:20260710T073020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073020Z
UID:1778780018724-1654606800-1654614000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Herbalism: The Romance of Plants
DESCRIPTION:Let’s dive into Appalachian medicinal plants! Dr. Michelle Bouton will orient us toward the therapeutic uses of medicinal plants based on their tastes: bitter taste drains\, sweet taste nourishes\, sour taste astringes\, etc. Nothing drives home the lesson better than sensory interaction\, so we will experience several of these plants via tasting teas and tinctures. Enjoy this low-cost overview (and handouts) as an introduction to Michelle’s fun\, action-oriented teaching and a warm-up for The Romance of Plants to follow on June 23 and June 30. \nONSITE | Tuesday\, June 7\, 1 – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/intro-to-herbalism-the-romance-of-plants/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073013Z
CREATED:20260710T073013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073013Z
UID:1778780018711-1654592400-1654596000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Meditative Morning: Centering Practice in the Arboretum Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Meditate in place and with a sense of place with this new\, free monthly meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Suzanne Martin leads this experience of quieting the body\, mind and spirt with focused awareness to the breath and setting the intention for the day. Be sure to register in advance to receive updates and each month’s meeting location. \nONSITE | Tuesday\, June 7\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/meditative-morning-centering-practice-in-the-arboretum-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073001Z
CREATED:20260710T073001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073001Z
UID:1778780018700-1654167600-1654173000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography & The Enveloping Landscape in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your intimacy with your surroundings and the natural world through photography. Award-winning documentary photographer Susan Patrice offers a heartfelt photography workshop that combines contemplative practices with ways to document a closer and more intimate focus on nature and your surroundings. Through this simple photographic practice\, a nearby green space can become an oasis of beauty and connection and your own backyard can come alive with extraordinary photographic opportunities. \nFive class meetings include photographic assignments\, rich sharing and discussion\, and supportive critiques. With appropriate conditions\, we will schedule one session onsite at the Arboretum or an online critique / curatorial session. \nTools: Zoom\, Google account for sharing images. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Thursdays\, May 12 – June 9\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplative-photography-the-enveloping-landscape-in-spring/2022-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
UID:1778780018710-1653642000-1653645600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073003Z
CREATED:20260710T073003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073003Z
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SUMMARY:Ecology of Insects
DESCRIPTION:On a single mountainside in the Southern Appalachians\, a careful observer might identify more than 1\,200 species of moths during the course of a year. This fascinating series provides an intensive look at the seemingly limitless diversity of insects and the important roles they play from pollinator to pathogen in the ecosystems of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Dan Lazar covers the life cycles of the more common local insects and discusses threats to these important elements of biodiversity. Registration will be open to students in the class for a culminating field experience to see the Blue Ghost Fireflies. \nONLINE | Three Sessions: Thursdays\, May 5\, 19 & 26\, 1:30 – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecology-of-insects/2022-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073001Z
CREATED:20260710T073001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073001Z
UID:1778780018699-1653562800-1653568200@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography & The Enveloping Landscape in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your intimacy with your surroundings and the natural world through photography. Award-winning documentary photographer Susan Patrice offers a heartfelt photography workshop that combines contemplative practices with ways to document a closer and more intimate focus on nature and your surroundings. Through this simple photographic practice\, a nearby green space can become an oasis of beauty and connection and your own backyard can come alive with extraordinary photographic opportunities. \nFive class meetings include photographic assignments\, rich sharing and discussion\, and supportive critiques. With appropriate conditions\, we will schedule one session onsite at the Arboretum or an online critique / curatorial session. \nTools: Zoom\, Google account for sharing images. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Thursdays\, May 12 – June 9\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplative-photography-the-enveloping-landscape-in-spring/2022-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Alan_Schork_@alanschork-0092-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T072957Z
CREATED:20260710T072957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T072957Z
UID:1778780018695-1653127200-1653134400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Eastern Box Turtle
DESCRIPTION:Box turtles are familiar to just about anyone who spends time outdoors\, but many people are unaware of their ongoing decline in the wild. In this class\, students will learn all about box turtles\, including their feeding\, nesting and breeding habits\, legal status\, threats to their survival\, and how they fit into the ecological community of woodland wildlife. Naturalist Carlton Burke introduces some of these gentle reptiles\, and we learn what can be done to ensure their continued well-being in the wild. \nONSITE | Saturday\, May 21\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/meet-the-eastern-box-turtle/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
UID:1778780018709-1653037200-1653040800@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Forest-Qigong-e1624463951889-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073003Z
CREATED:20260710T073003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073003Z
UID:1778780018703-1652967000-1652972400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Ecology of Insects
DESCRIPTION:On a single mountainside in the Southern Appalachians\, a careful observer might identify more than 1\,200 species of moths during the course of a year. This fascinating series provides an intensive look at the seemingly limitless diversity of insects and the important roles they play from pollinator to pathogen in the ecosystems of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Dan Lazar covers the life cycles of the more common local insects and discusses threats to these important elements of biodiversity. Registration will be open to students in the class for a culminating field experience to see the Blue Ghost Fireflies. \nONLINE | Three Sessions: Thursdays\, May 5\, 19 & 26\, 1:30 – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecology-of-insects/2022-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Butterfly_CommonBuckeye_CathyHennessy-scaled-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073001Z
CREATED:20260710T073001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073001Z
UID:1778780018698-1652958000-1652963400@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography & The Enveloping Landscape in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your intimacy with your surroundings and the natural world through photography. Award-winning documentary photographer Susan Patrice offers a heartfelt photography workshop that combines contemplative practices with ways to document a closer and more intimate focus on nature and your surroundings. Through this simple photographic practice\, a nearby green space can become an oasis of beauty and connection and your own backyard can come alive with extraordinary photographic opportunities. \nFive class meetings include photographic assignments\, rich sharing and discussion\, and supportive critiques. With appropriate conditions\, we will schedule one session onsite at the Arboretum or an online critique / curatorial session. \nTools: Zoom\, Google account for sharing images. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Thursdays\, May 12 – June 9\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplative-photography-the-enveloping-landscape-in-spring/2022-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Alan_Schork_@alanschork-0092-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
UID:1778780018708-1652432400-1652436000@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncarboretum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Forest-Qigong-e1624463951889-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073001Z
CREATED:20260710T073001Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography & The Enveloping Landscape in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your intimacy with your surroundings and the natural world through photography. Award-winning documentary photographer Susan Patrice offers a heartfelt photography workshop that combines contemplative practices with ways to document a closer and more intimate focus on nature and your surroundings. Through this simple photographic practice\, a nearby green space can become an oasis of beauty and connection and your own backyard can come alive with extraordinary photographic opportunities. \nFive class meetings include photographic assignments\, rich sharing and discussion\, and supportive critiques. With appropriate conditions\, we will schedule one session onsite at the Arboretum or an online critique / curatorial session. \nTools: Zoom\, Google account for sharing images. \nONLINE | Five Sessions: Thursdays\, May 12 – June 9\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplative-photography-the-enveloping-landscape-in-spring/2022-05-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073000Z
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SUMMARY:Devotion Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Mignon Durham\, a self-taught gardener and author of the just published book DEVOTION: Diary of an Appalachian Garden\, took the COVID sequestering days to reflect on her garden\, which she calls Devotion. During those many months\, she gathered the many stories of how the garden came to life\, how gardening became much more than collecting beautiful plants\, and how one garden at a time can change the world. \nFIELD* Thursday\, May 12\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/devotion-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073003Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073003Z
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SUMMARY:Ecology of Insects
DESCRIPTION:On a single mountainside in the Southern Appalachians\, a careful observer might identify more than 1\,200 species of moths during the course of a year. This fascinating series provides an intensive look at the seemingly limitless diversity of insects and the important roles they play from pollinator to pathogen in the ecosystems of the Blue Ridge. Naturalist Dan Lazar covers the life cycles of the more common local insects and discusses threats to these important elements of biodiversity. Registration will be open to students in the class for a culminating field experience to see the Blue Ghost Fireflies. \nONLINE | Three Sessions: Thursdays\, May 5\, 19 & 26\, 1:30 – 3 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecology-of-insects/2022-05-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-04-29/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073008Z
CREATED:20260710T073008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073008Z
UID:1778780018705-1650618000-1650621600@ncarboretum.org
SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Experience the deep peace and simple joy of slow walking meditation in the Arboretum gardens. Each walking meditation practice begins with a series of very gentle Qigong movements. Qigong is an easy\, mindful movement practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes\, promotes healthy circulation\, invites a sense of inner calm\, and releases tension from the body. Designed to be accessible to all ages and bodies in this small group practice. \nONSITE | Fridays\, Through May 27\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nIndividual Friday Sessions in May Open for registration below. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong/2022-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T072914Z
CREATED:20260710T072914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T072914Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual visit with "Life in the Wild" photographer Thomas Mangelsen
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Mangelsen pays the Arboretum a virtual visit!  Join us online Thursday\, August 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. as the photographer talks about the prolific 40-year career that has taken him to the last of the world’s wild places. You can even submit your questions in advance to adulteducation@ncarboretum.org   \nThis event is free\, but participants must register in advance and capacity is limited. Instructions for joining via Zoom will be included in a reminder email sent to registrants one day prior to the event. \nPlease add adulteducation@ncarboretum.org to your contacts to ensure our emails do not end up in your spam folder. A recording of the program will be made available to registered participants for a limited period to provide access to those with scheduling conflicts. \nThe visit is offered through Adult Education Programs\, courtesy of The North Carolina Arboretum Society. Donations are welcomed and support conservation-centered educational programming at the Arboretum. \n  \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/virtual-visit-with-life-in-the-wild-photographer-thomas-mangelsen/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Events,Exhibits,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210810T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T072914Z
CREATED:20260710T072914Z
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SUMMARY:The Arboretum's Bonsai Exhibition Garden in Summer: Curator's Talk & Tour
DESCRIPTION:Established in October 2005\, the Bonsai Exhibition Garden is a signature feature of the Arboretum and a unique environment displaying up to 50 specimens at a time. Of particular importance are the plants native to the Blue Ridge\, including American hornbeam\, red maple and eastern white pine\, which bring the thousand-year tradition of bonsai home to the mountains of Western North Carolina. Join Bonsai Curator Arthur Joura on this entertaining and informative after-hours tour of the garden at its peak\, a fitting showcase for the specimens. As Joura says\, “The two things are one: The garden is designed to elevate the experience of bonsai\, and the bonsai never look better than when they’re on display in the garden.”   Photo credit: Gloria Crouse
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/the-arboretums-bonsai-exhibition-garden-in-summer-curators-talk-tour/
LOCATION:Bonsai Exhibition Garden
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T072907Z
CREATED:20260710T072907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T072907Z
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SUMMARY:AE21 Finding Beauty in the Ephemeral: Making Nature-Inspired Mandalas
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE \nExperience spring’s renewing energy at the North Carolina Arboretum by contemplating nature\, the season\, and mandala-making with found natural items. On the day of class we will meet together initially then set off separately on contemplative walks to gather inspiration and found items for making our own mandalas. We’ll take time to reflect on and discuss the experience before closing and returning collected items to nature. \nAll materials are provided. Registrants will be sent an email with instructions for preparing for class\, a pre-recorded video overview\, and the meeting location onsite at the Arboretum. \nWednesday\, June 9; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ae21-finding-beauty-in-the-ephemeral-making-nature-inspired-mandalas/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210425T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210425T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T072845Z
CREATED:20260710T072845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T072845Z
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SUMMARY:AE21 Seeing Beauty: A Contemplative Photography Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE \nLet’s enjoy a quiet\, mindful stroll through the woods together. Strolling with an eye toward the wonders around you during an otherwise ordinary walk could have significant benefits for your mental health. An interesting new psychological study contends that people who take a fresh look at the objects\, moments and vistas that surround them during brief “awe walks” feel more upbeat and hopeful. Bundle up\, wear your mask and be awed along with documentary photography Susan Patrice who will help you look at the landscape through new and loving eyes. Participants will be sent meeting instructions for this small-group class stepping off at the Arboretum. \nSunday\, April 25; 3 to 4:30 p.m. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ae21-seeing-beauty-a-contemplative-photography-awe-walk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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