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SUMMARY:Handmade Holiday: Weaving with Paper
DESCRIPTION:Handmade Holiday: Weaving with Paper\nwith Alyssa Sacora \nTuesday\, December 9  |  10am – 1pm \nRegister Here!\nExplore tabby and twill weaving techniques using a variety of papers. We’ll cover design concepts\, material choices\, and ways to add your own creative touch. A simple technique with endless possibilities\, we’ll make several small pieces together that will serve as reference sampler for designing and weaving future projects. Woven paper pieces can be incorporated into wall art\, cards\, ornaments\, vessels\, and mixed media projects. All materials will be provided with this class. \nAlyssa Sacora is a crafts person exploring plant-based mediums in the form of papermaking\, book arts\, basketry and natural dyes. She finds inspiration by observing relationships in the wider world. To reduce her human footprint and encourage creative thinking\, she primarily works with locally available and repurposed natural materials. Leaves\, vines and bark from iris\, daylily\, kudzu\, okra\, tulip poplar and willow leaves are often combined with salvaged cotton fabrics to create her palette. Her artistic pursuits are directly related to her lifestyle choices with reciprocity and mindfulness as a guiding force. In addition to and in support of her craft\, she tends a 3-acre homestead in Western North Carolina with her husband\, Adam. They grow fruits and vegetables\, medicinal herbs\, and art plants. They use solar electric and solar thermal systems for electricity and heating\, collect rain water and continuously look to design their space with sustainability in mind. Alyssa has taught for a variety of organizations in WNC and often utilizes an outside setting to help her students make the connection that we are nature and that our lives are intertwined with the plants\, the soil\, and the air around us. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/hh-weaving-with-paper/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Creative Alchemy: Winter Solstice - Dreaming Into the Dark
DESCRIPTION:Creative Alchemy: Winter Solstice – Dreaming Into the Dark\nwith Catherine Willows \nThursday\, December 10  |  10 am – 1 pm \nRegister Here!\nAs we enter the cold and dark of winter\, the Solstice invites us to slow down\, turn inward\, and listen to the quiet wisdom of the season. Gathering in the Arboretum\, we’ll connect with the rhythms of Nature and the stillness\, beauty\, and mystery held within this time of year. \nThrough guided reflection\, intuitive painting\, and the art-making experience\, you’ll enter the portal of creativity—the realms of color\, images\, and inner wisdom beyond words. Resting into the stillness and magic of the season\, we’ll make space for dreaming in the dark: bringing closure to the year while opening to the inklings\, possibilities\, and quiet stirrings of what may be revealed in the year ahead. \nNo art experience is needed—only curiosity\, an open heart\, and a willingness to explore. All art supplies will be provided. \nCatherine Willows is a Registered Nurse\, Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach\, and Transformational Creativity Coach\, and founder of Willows Coaching and Consulting. While holding sacred space\, she guides adults in awakening their inner creativity — moving beyond the demands of daily life into greater flow\, self-discovery\, and joy through intuitive art-making processes. Catherine believes creativity and our connection to the natural world are deeply interwoven — both vital pillars of wellbeing\, supporting nervous system regulation and inner equanimity\, and together essential for living a meaningful\, embodied life aligned with purpose and authentic expression. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/creative-alchemy-winter-solstice/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Healthy Soil for Healthy Crops
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Soil for Healthy Crops\nwith Mark Dempsey \nThursday\, December 10  |  1 pm – 4 pm \nBREG – Core \nRegister Here!\nCome learn about how soil works and how to improve soil health. We will cover the basics of soil\, the critical role of organic matter\, how to sample soil and interpret a nutrient test\, and what actions you can take to make your soil better. Drawing from research and on-farm experience\, the class emphasizes practical\, science-based strategies for improving soil health\, reducing erosion\, and building resilient farming systems. \nMark Dempsey works with the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association as conservation specialist and soil health educator. His background includes more than 15 years of research and education in soil microbiology\, no-till farming\, cover crops\, and sustainable agriculture systems. He teaches practical\, science-based approaches to improving soil health\, soil function\, and long-term farm resilience. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/healthy-soil-for-healthy-crops-dec-26/
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SUMMARY:Plant Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Plant Ecology\nwith Alexandra Holland \nFriday\, December 11  |  1 – 2:30pm \nBRN – Core  |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\nPrerequisite: Beginning Botany \nIn this class we’ll explore a variety of ways plants interact with one another and with other organisms from fungi to insects.  We’ll examine how plants compete and cooperate to survive in their environment. \nAlexandra Holland has a passion for getting people excited about the natural world through classes\, hikes\, and photography.  She graduated from Duke University and earned her master’s degree in botany from the University of Texas at Austin.  While in Texas\, Alexandra managed the UTEX Culture Collection of Algae at UT Austin and volunteered with education programs at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.  Upon moving to Asheville\, she began volunteering with the NC Arboretum’s youth education programs.  In 2008 she was in the first class of students to be certified as Blue Ridge Naturalists.   Alexandra teaches botany classes at the NC Arboretum and leads nature hikes in Western NC for groups of all ages. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/plant-ecology-dec-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BREG,BRN
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Naturalist Walk and Talk\nwith Shane Myers \nFriday\, December 11  |  1 – 3pm \nBRN – Elective \nRegister Here!\nWalk around the Arboretum with our staff naturalists and talk about what we see around us. We might see plants and animals\, and evidence of them going about their lives in our backyard. Topics will be based on what we see and experience and whatever questions that come up\, so every class has the potential to be quite different. \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nShane Myers’ interest in nature began as a child with a love of dinosaurs. This quickly grew to include fossils\, insects\, and reptiles\, and learning from the notes his grandparents kept of the birds that came to their feeders in Toledo\, Ohio.  He has a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology and did most of his undergraduate work on dragonflies and damselflies. He’s assisted in outreach and education for plant conservation groups\, Odonata Groups\, and various bird groups. Shane currently works for the Adult Education department at the NC Arboretum. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/naturalist-walk-and-talk-dec/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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SUMMARY:Winter Buds & Bark Tree ID
DESCRIPTION:Winter Buds & Bark Tree ID\nwith Lauren Lampley \nFriday\, December 11  |  1 – 4pm \nBRN – Core |  BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\nEver wondered how you can identify a tree without its leaves? All tree species have different patterns of bark and leaf/flower buds that can be used to identify them even in winter time. In this program\, we will look closely at the common trees around the NC Arboretum trails and point out specific characteristics of their buds and bark so you can identify them even without their leaves. \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nLauren Lampley began her career at Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation as a Park Naturalist which solidified Lauren’s interests in ecology and a passion for teaching others. She has led walks and hikes in a variety of subjects from Geology to Birding and especially enjoys learning and teaching about our local ecology. She currently works at the NC Arboretum as the Adult Education Coordinator managing all the programming hosted through the Adult Education Department. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/winter-buds-bark-tree-id-dec-26/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,BRN
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Retreat: Winter Solstice Wander
DESCRIPTION:Forest Bathing Retreat: Winter Solstice Wander\nwith Asheville Wellness Tours \nSaturday\, December 19  |  1:30 – 4:30pm \nRegister Here!\nDiscover the wisdom of the Winter Solstice in the Blue Ridge Mountains during this immersive afternoon nature connection retreat. A gentle invitational experience to enliven your senses\, slow down the hectic pace\, quiet your weary mind\, and linger in liminality. Together\, we will explore natural pathways to equanimity that will help us navigate life’s ups and downs and the holiday season. \nYour guide\, Christa Hebal\, will lead you on a peaceful saunter through the fall forest\, weaving mindfulness\, breathwork\, forest bathing 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 special 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. \nChrista Hebal is a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Born and raised in the mountains of northeast Tennessee\, she has lived in Asheville for 24 years. Christa has an adventurous heart\, and loves to help others encounter wholeness through embodiment and nature connection practices. She has had a professional bodywork practice for 18 years as a nationally certified Massage Therapist\, and is also a practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy®\, Usui Reiki Master\, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist\, Clinical Aromatherapist\, and Certified Traditional Herbalist. She is also certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid. \n●  Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise detailed above. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! Or join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
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