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SUMMARY:Arboretum Reads Nature's Best Hope
DESCRIPTION:Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard by Douglas Tallamy \nONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday\, April 4 & 18\, 3:30 – 5 p.m. \nDouglas W. Tallamy’s first book\, Bringing Nature Home\, awakened thousands of readers to an urgent situation: wildlife populations are in decline because the native plants they depend on are fast disappearing. His solution? Plant more natives. Another of Tallamy’s books\, The Nature of Oaks\, looked at the same issues in connection with one keystone species increasingly more imperiled in our urban canopies: the oak\, a powerhouse of the plant kingdom that supports more life forms and interactions than any other tree genus in North America. In Nature’s Best Hope\, Tallamy takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots approach to conservation\, showing how homeowners everywhere can turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Arboretum environmental educator Libby Oswalt leads this drop-in reading circle in person at the Arboretum over two sessions. Bring your questions and comments\, and then let’s discuss your plans for putting Tallamy’s recommendations to work in your own landscapes and communities! \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arboretum-reads-natures-best-hope/2024-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Flora ID- Field Version
DESCRIPTION:FIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, April 3 – May 8 (No Class April 10)\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. + (Hikes may go longer.) \nIn this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail by training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. You will study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on spring wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the native flora of the Blue Ridge. Participants in the field class have access to the online sessions. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/spring-native-flora-id-field-version/2024-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Tree ID - Field Experience A
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Saturday\, April 13\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nWhen we think of flowers in the spring\, our attention often is turned towards the numerous showy flowers found on herbaceous plants on the forest floor. If we look upwards\, however\, we learn to notice the many species of mountain trees that also begin blooming at this time of the year as well. Naturalist Carlton Burke leads this two-hour field experience for practice identifying trees and woody shrubs by their blooms\, buds and bark this time of year\, and investigating tree structures and pollination strategies. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/spring-native-tree-id-field-experience-a/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, April 5 – May 10\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nThe Arboretum’s Plants of Promise Garden\, with its paved pathways and springtime palette\, invites a slowing down to take in the deep peace and simple joys of this mindful meditation that is welcoming to all. Each practice begins with a series of gentle Qigong movements. The easy movements of Qigong support the body’s natural healing processes\, promote healthy circulation\, invite a sense of inner calm\, and release tension. This practice is accessible to all ages and all bodies. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-4/2024-04-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:A Forest Bathing Retreat Celebrating Mother Earth
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Saturday\, April 6\, 2 – 5 p.m. \nApril is Earth Month\, a time to honor our precious planet and take action to protect her. Celebrate spring while cultivating your relationship with Mother Earth\, yourself\, and others\, during this rejuvenating afternoon nature immersion retreat. Certified Guide Kelly Bruce will lead you on a gentle journey through the spring forest\, weaving mindfulness\, breathwork\, forest bathing (Shinrin Yoku) and nature therapy together for a restorative afternoon on some of the trails less traveled at the North Carolina Arboretum. We’ll celebrate the experience in community\, enjoying a wild-foraged tea ceremony and snacks. Bring an open mind and an open heart. All are welcome. Presented through Adult & Continuing Education Programs in collaboration with Asheville Wellness Tours. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/a-forest-bathing-retreat-celebrating-mother-earth/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Flora Identification - Blended Version
DESCRIPTION:BLENDED | Five Sessions: FIELD – Saturday\, April 6 & May 11\, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; ONLINE – Tuesdays\, April 16\, 23 & 30\, 10 – 11 a.m. \nThis version of our popular Flora ID class\, taught by Naturalist Scott Dean\, blends two botanizing walks with three convenient online sessions to give participants practice identifying native mountain flora and learning the characteristics of plant families. While the focus is on spring wildflowers\, participants can also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the native flora of the Blue Ridge. Includes a hike to begin and end the class. A fully field-based version of this class is also available in Spring\, Summer and Fall each year. Also included is an asynchronous introduction for an overview of the non-technical keying system Scott uses for teaching how to recognize and accurately identify wildflowers. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/spring-native-flora-identification-blended-version/2024-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Walking Meditation & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Six Sessions: Fridays\, April 5 – May 10\, 9 – 10 a.m. \nThe Arboretum’s Plants of Promise Garden\, with its paved pathways and springtime palette\, invites a slowing down to take in the deep peace and simple joys of this mindful meditation that is welcoming to all. Each practice begins with a series of gentle Qigong movements. The easy movements of Qigong support the body’s natural healing processes\, promote healthy circulation\, invite a sense of inner calm\, and release tension. This practice is accessible to all ages and all bodies. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/walking-meditation-qigong-4/2024-04-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Co-Existing with Black Bears
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Thursday\, April 4\, 6 – 7 p.m. \nIt’s spring and you know what that means! Warmer temperatures\, beautiful flowers and trees blooming\, people venturing out to enjoy it all. And it turns out black bears are coming out in large numbers to enjoy the same things that humans enjoy. Learn about the conditions that contribute to the black bear population continuing to thrive in Western North Carolina in proximity to so many people. Tanya Poole\, Regional Education Specialist at NC Wildlife Resources Commission\, discusses BearWise strategies recommended by wildlife experts that will help people better coexist with these amazing animals. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/co-existing-with-black-bears/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Reads Nature's Best Hope
DESCRIPTION:Arboretum Reads Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard by Douglas Tallamy \nONSITE | Two Sessions: Thursday\, April 4 & 18\, 3:30 – 5 p.m. \nDouglas W. Tallamy’s first book\, Bringing Nature Home\, awakened thousands of readers to an urgent situation: wildlife populations are in decline because the native plants they depend on are fast disappearing. His solution? Plant more natives. Another of Tallamy’s books\, The Nature of Oaks\, looked at the same issues in connection with one keystone species increasingly more imperiled in our urban canopies: the oak\, a powerhouse of the plant kingdom that supports more life forms and interactions than any other tree genus in North America. In Nature’s Best Hope\, Tallamy takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots approach to conservation\, showing how homeowners everywhere can turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Arboretum environmental educator Libby Oswalt leads this drop-in reading circle in person at the Arboretum over two sessions. Bring your questions and comments\, and then let’s discuss your plans for putting Tallamy’s recommendations to work in your own landscapes and communities! \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arboretum-reads-natures-best-hope/2024-04-04/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:EcoGardening: Principles in Practice- In-person (Third Session)
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Three Sessions: Wednesdays\, March 6\, 20 & April 3\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nEcological gardening is a way of thinking about the designed landscape in which gardens are no longer seen as a collection of plants\, but as a community of complex interdependencies among plants\, soils\, environment and animals. Ecology-based methods used in design\, site assessment\, planning\, planting and management are all covered in this comprehensive overview class presented in person at the Arboretum with Instructor Nina Shippen. Gardeners of all levels of interest and ability will find this informative and interactive class valuable for learning ecologically-sustainable practices for adapting and applying in gardening in a variety of landscapes. Participants in the in-person version of the class will have access to the pre-recorded lectures in case of a missed meeting. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecogardening-principles-in-practice-in-person-third-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073423Z
CREATED:20260710T073423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073423Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Native Flora ID- Field Version
DESCRIPTION:FIELD | Five Sessions: Wednesdays\, April 3 – May 8 (No Class April 10)\, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. + (Hikes may go longer.) \nIn this entirely field-based class led by Naturalist Scott Dean\, you will learn to identify native mountain flora on the trail by training your eyes and using a non-technical dichotomous keying system. You will study the characteristics of plant families and the basics of plant communities all in place. While the focus is on spring wildflowers and trees\, you will also pick up a wealth of information on the natural and cultural history of the native flora of the Blue Ridge. Participants in the field class have access to the online sessions. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/spring-native-flora-id-field-version/2024-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:EcoGardening: Principles in Practice- In-person (Second Session)
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Three Sessions: Wednesdays\, March 6\, 20 & April 3\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nEcological gardening is a way of thinking about the designed landscape in which gardens are no longer seen as a collection of plants\, but as a community of complex interdependencies among plants\, soils\, environment and animals. Ecology-based methods used in design\, site assessment\, planning\, planting and management are all covered in this comprehensive overview class presented in person at the Arboretum with Instructor Nina Shippen. Gardeners of all levels of interest and ability will find this informative and interactive class valuable for learning ecologically-sustainable practices for adapting and applying in gardening in a variety of landscapes. Participants in the in-person version of the class will have access to the pre-recorded lectures in case of a missed meeting. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecogardening-principles-in-practice-in-person-second-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Gardening
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Wednesday\, March 13\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nIs gardening becoming a little more physically challenging for you as time goes by? Are you concerned about making things easier or safer in your garden? Make some smart gardening decisions and modifications with the help of this interactive and informative half-day workshop taught by a team of Extension Master Gardeners Volunteers who will help you consider your approach to gardening as you and your garden mature. They will also discuss appropriate tool choices and demonstrate new ergonomic and adaptive tools for you to try out. You are sure to come away with tips to keep you gardening safely for a lifetime! Bring your questions and your curiosity\, and bring a brown bag lunch for a break in the middle of class. John Bowen\, Sue Bumby\, John Fieselman and Nancy Humphries bring their smart gardening experience to share with participants of all ages. All four are lifelong gardeners and longtime Extension Master Gardener Volunteers. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/lifelong-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplating Place: Seeing Beauty Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Sunday\, March 10\, 3:30 – 5 p.m. \nTake a fresh look at the objects\, moments and vistas that surround you during this “awe walk” led by documentary photographer Susan Patrice. The contemplative practices she teaches help you experience place through new and loving eyes\, to see beauty and wonder in your surroundings. Bring cameras or phones to capture what calls to you in the enveloping landscape. Participants will be sent meeting instructions for this small-group class that will take a slow intentional walk through parts of the Arboretum forest and forest meadow. This walk is a precursor to the generative writing and contemplative photography workshops to be held the following weekend. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/contemplating-place-seeing-beauty-awe-walk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Styling Demonstration with Curator Arthur Joura
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Sunday\, March 10\, 2 – 4 p.m. \nMany specimens in The North Carolina Arboretum bonsai collection were donated in non-showable condition. That is to say\, when we received these trees they were in development as bonsai but not quite there yet. The value of these plants was in their age\, with the need for a design plan and refinement being what was lacking. In bonsai\, accumulated age is worth something! In this program\, Arboretum Bonsai Curator Arthur Joura will look at three bonsai specimens currently in similar non-showable condition and discuss each in detail. Then all three will be pruned and set on a course toward better design and refinement. This program is presented by Adult & Continuing Education Programs in collaboration with the Blue Ridge Bonsai Society. There will be plenty of information for club members and others already familiar with bonsai technique\, but people who are simply curious to learn more about bonsai in general are welcomed\, too. A person needn’t be a bonsai grower to be a bonsai appreciator. Interested participants\, however\, are asked to register in advance to ensure seating in our Education Center space. \nWe’re sorry. This event is sold out and registration is now closed. You may join our Wait List for any available seats. Please email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with any questions.
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/bonsai-styling-demonstration-with-curator-arthur-joura/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Awakening and Renewal Forest Bathing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Saturday\, March 9\, 2 – 5 p.m. \nThe changing seasons are rich with wisdom and guidance. Winter is a time for rest and dreaming\, followed by spring\, ripe with opportunities for renewal and growth. Cultivate those winter dreams and invite them to birth into reality during this enlivening afternoon retreat. Let your most authentic Self emerge from within and flourish amidst the beauty of the early spring! Guide Christa Hebal will lead you on a gentle journey through the awakening forest\, weaving mindfulness\, breathwork\, forest bathing (Shinrin Yoku) and nature therapy together for a restorative afternoon on some of the trails less traveled at the North Carolina Arboretum. We’ll celebrate the experience in community\, enjoying a wild-foraged tea ceremony and snacks. Presented through Adult & Continuing Education Programs in collaboration with Asheville Wellness Tours. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/spring-awakening-and-renewal-forest-bathing-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Emergence: Spring Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Saturday\, March 9\, 1 – 3 p.m. \nSpring is here\, and the natural world is waking from its winter rest! Naturalist and botanist Alexandra Holland leads this wildflower walk at the Arboretum\, pointing out the array of spring wildflowers emerging and in bloom. Learn some basics of wildflower ecology and identification while taking in the beauty of spring. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/emergence-spring-wildflower-walk/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Salamander Diversity of the Southern Appalachians
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE | Wednesday\, March 6\, 1 – 2:30 p.m. \nThe Southern Appalachians are one of the most biologically diverse regions in the temperate world. More species of salamanders exist in these mountains than anywhere else\, and nowhere are they more abundant. This engaging online class taught by Naturalist/Educator Patrick Brannon includes a lecture focusing on the biology and ecology of salamanders\, biogeography\, reasons for the enormous diversity in this region\, and local threats to species diversity. Following is a “lab” in which we will analyze previously collected data to examine how individual salamander species share a stream habitat. Students are encouraged to search for salamanders on their own using the local species checklist provided and various field guides. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/salamander-diversity-of-the-southern-appalachians/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
CREATED:20260710T073346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:EcoGardening: Principles in Practice- In-person (First Session)
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Three Sessions: Wednesdays\, March 6\, 20 & April 3\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nEcological gardening is a way of thinking about the designed landscape in which gardens are no longer seen as a collection of plants\, but as a community of complex interdependencies among plants\, soils\, environment and animals. Ecology-based methods used in design\, site assessment\, planning\, planting and management are all covered in this comprehensive overview class presented in person at the Arboretum with Instructor Nina Shippen. Gardeners of all levels of interest and ability will find this informative and interactive class valuable for learning ecologically-sustainable practices for adapting and applying in gardening in a variety of landscapes. Participants in the in-person version of the class will have access to the pre-recorded lectures in case of a missed meeting. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/ecogardening-principles-in-practice-in-person-first-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T210000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073346Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Sky Watch
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE | Friday\, March 1\, 8 – 9 p.m. \nBe part of a unique virtual stargazing community as we gather online to explore the constellations\, bright stars\, planets and deep sky objects of the winter night sky with local astronomer Stephan Martin as our guide. All you need is a smartphone or mobile device\, a free downloadable astronomy app and an internet connection to join from the warmth and safety of your own stargazing location. Steve will point out some of the celestial wonders of the night sky during this time of year and share their myths and legends. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/winter-sky-watch/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T160000
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SUMMARY:Warming Winter Spice Blends Part 2
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Friday\, February 23\, 1 – 4 p.m \nSpice things up with this second in a series on Warming Winter Spice Blends. Part 1 isn’t a prerequisite\, but we think you’ll want to join Chef Nanette Davidson on this culinary adventure for an introduction to the flavors of the Mediterranean and Middle East. Blend nuts\, seeds\, sumac\, and green herbs to make z’taar and dukha. Learn how to put together a mezze table and enjoy the spread of small plates made from vibrant vegetables\, legumes\, and fruits. Take either or both parts: Each three-hour workshop includes a discussion of featured herbs and spices\, a spice blending session and a tasting of dishes created with the blends. Registration includes a $30 fee for supplies.  \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/warming-winter-spice-blends-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073343Z
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SUMMARY:Warming Winter Spice Blends Part 1
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Thursday\, February 22\, 1 – 4 p.m. \nLook to spice blends to brighten a bland dish and warm you during the colder months as well as provide surprising health benefits. Join Chef Nanette Davidson on this culinary adventure for a zesty introduction to the spices of India. Learn to make your own Madras curry powder and garam masala and find out more about the healing qualities of ginger\, turmeric\, cinnamon\, cardamon and other traditional Indian spices. We’ll turn the Arboretum classroom into a pop-up kitchen and prepare simple recipes for chutneys\, dahls\, biryani\, papadam\, and golden milk. Take either or both parts of this two-part workshop: Each part includes a discussion of featured herbs and spices\, a spice blending session and a tasting of dishes created with the blends. Registration includes a $30 fee for supplies. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/warming-winter-spice-blends-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073342Z
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SUMMARY:Build Your Own Bluebird Box
DESCRIPTION:ONSITE | Tuesday\, February 20\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.  \nHelp bluebirds thrive in your area by learning how to construct and place a bluebird nest box on your property. Bluebirds actually need human intervention in order to compensate for their natural habitats being overtaken by non-native species. This three-hour class will give a history of the bluebird and its lifecycle. Each participant will build their own cedar nest box of the type that has proven popular with bluebirds. No carpentry experience is required. You will go home with a completed bluebird nest box\, mounting pole\, and written information on attracting bluebirds to your property. \nLearn more and Register for open classes: https://www.ncarboretum.org/education-programs/adult-education-classes/
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/build-your-own-bluebird-box-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073329Z
CREATED:20260710T073329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073329Z
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Restoration Initiative Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hemlock Restoration Initiative will be leading a hike in partnership with the North Carolina Arboretum around the Arboretum grounds on Saturday\, October 21 at 10 am. The hike will take 3-4 hours and traverse mostly flat paths\, totaling around 2.5 miles. HRI staff will showcase hemlocks that we have treated around Bent Creek Road and the Carolina Mountain Trail. We’ll discuss the importance of our native hemlocks and the threat they face from hemlock woolly adelgid as well as methods and precautions used near streams. \nThis hike is a great opportunity to learn about hemlock conservation in the region and see the natural and recreational value that hemlocks provide. Many of the other trees in the Arboretum will be in their fall color\, meaning the hemlocks will stand out nicely with their evergreen needles showing well against autumn forest. \nThe hike is eligible for 3 hours elective credit in the Arboretum’s Blue Ridge Naturalist and Blue Ridge Eco Gardener Certificate of Merit credit. Also eligible for NCEE (NC Environmental Educator) Criteria II credits. \nFree for Arboretum members. Non-members need to pay the $20 parking fee per vehicle. To sign up\, please email outreach@savehemlocksnc.org or call 828-252-4783 by Monday\, October 16. \nFor more information on visiting the NC Arboretum and all it has to offer\, see their website. The Arboretum also offers many exciting Adult and Continuing Education Programs throughout the year\, including the Blue Ridge Naturalist and the Blue Ridge Eco Gardener Certificate of Merit programs.
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/hemlock-restoration-initiative-hike/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Guided Trail Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073232Z
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Reads: Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey
DESCRIPTION:Connect to the liberating power of rest\, daydreaming\, and naps as a foundation for healing and justice. Tricia Hersey\, aka The Nap Bishop\, asks what it would be like to live in a well-rested world. Hersey casts an illuminating light on our troubled relationship with rest and how to imagine and dream our way to a future where rest is exalted and our worth does not reside in how much we produce. Informed by her deep experience in theology\, activism\, and performance art\, Rest Is Resistance is a call to action\, a battle cry\, a field guide\, and a manifesto for all of us who are sleep-deprived\, searching for justice\, and longing to be liberated from the oppressive grip of Grind Culture. \nONSITE | Thursday\, February\, 2 – 3:30 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arboretum-reads-rest-is-resistance-a-manifesto-by-tricia-hersey/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073232Z
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Reads: Wintering: The Power of Rest & Retreat in Difficult Times
DESCRIPTION:Katherine May’s intimate\, revelatory memoir explores the ways we can care for and repair ourselves when life knocks us down. She pulls lessons from literature\, mythology\, and the natural world to offer instruction on the transformative power of rest and retreat. Illumination emerges from many sources: solstice celebrations and dormice hibernation\, C.S. Lewis and Sylvia Plath\, swimming in icy waters and sailing arctic seas. May models an active acceptance of sadness and finds nourishment in deep retreat\, joy in the hushed beauty of winter\, and encouragement in understanding life as cyclical\, not linear. Wintering invites us to change how we relate to our own fallow times\, providing nothing less than a guiding philosophy for transforming the hardships that arise before the ushering in of a new season. Adult & Continuing Education Manager Rebecca Caldwell leads this small-group discussion\, providing prompts for writing and practice along with resources for further reading and viewing. \nONSITE | Thursday\, January 12\, 2 – 3:30 p.m. \nPre-registration is now closed for this Adult Education class. If you’re still interested in attending\, please email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with your interest and to keep numbers of attendees limited for this in-person class.    \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arboretum-reads-wintering-the-power-of-rest-retreat-in-difficult-times/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221219T160000
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SUMMARY:Maker Monday: Floral Arrangement for the Holiday Table
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic floral design principles and express your creativity while making floral accents for your home and holiday table. Expert floral designer Theresa Clower empowers students to buy a bundle of flowers or greenery and create impressive arrangements with confidence. We’ll add some distinctive embellishments through a foraging walk in the Arboretum forest. No prior experience is necessary\, just come and make something beautiful for yourself or to give as a special gift. All supplies included. \nONSITE | Monday\, December 19\, 1 – 4 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/maker-monday-floral-arrangement-for-the-holiday-table/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073227Z
CREATED:20260710T073227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073227Z
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SUMMARY:All About Ducks!
DESCRIPTION:Take an informative plunge into the fascinating world of waterfowl without getting wet! Ventures Birding expert Simon Thompson helps us distinguish one duck from another during this winter season\, the best for viewing waterfowl in the mountains. Many of the birds seen in the region should be in full color in anticipation of the upcoming breeding season. Always engaging\, Simon gives an overview of species\, their biology\, calls and colorful characteristics. \nONLINE | Thursday\, December 15\, 6 – 7 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/all-about-ducks/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073231Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073231Z
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SUMMARY:Arboretum Reads: Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
DESCRIPTION:Katherine May’s intimate\, revelatory memoir explores the ways we can care for and repair ourselves when life knocks us down. She pulls lessons from literature\, mythology\, and the natural world to offer instruction on the transformative power of rest and retreat. Illumination emerges from many sources: solstice celebrations and dormice hibernation\, C.S. Lewis and Sylvia Plath\, swimming in icy waters and sailing arctic seas. May models an active acceptance of sadness and finds nourishment in deep retreat\, joy in the hushed beauty of winter\, and encouragement in understanding life as cyclical\, not linear. Wintering invites us to change how we relate to our own fallow times\, providing nothing less than a guiding philosophy for transforming the hardships that arise before the ushering in of a new season. \nONSITE | Thursday\, December 15\, 2 – 3:30 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/arboretum-reads-wintering-the-power-of-rest-and-retreat-in-difficult-times-by-katherine-may/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T073223Z
CREATED:20260710T073223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T073223Z
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SUMMARY:Maker Monday: Origami Star Ornament Books
DESCRIPTION:Create a variation on a traditional origami or star book with handmade art papers. Makers arrive to find all the supplies needed for making two of these beautiful little books that double as ornaments. BFFs Penelope and Barbara conduct a fun and festive workshop that combines step-by-step instruction through demonstration and then allows for plenty of individualized assistance. First make one for you and then one for your BFF. We guarantee that once you learn how\, you will want to make one for everyone on your list. All supplies included in the course fee. \nONSITE | Monday\, December 12\, 1 – 4 p.m. \nPre-registration required for participation in an Adult Education class. \nArboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/maker-monday-origami-star-ornament-books/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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