Past Events from January 13, 2024 – January 1, 2024 – Page 5 – First Peak of the Blue Ridge
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“For the Love of Bats” Presentation at Saluda Library

Saluda Community Library 44 W Main St., Saluda, NC, United States

Free: May 14, 2pm, at Saluda Library. The program will focus on the only flying mammal, bats. Mark Ray will discuss some of the bat species found in western North Carolina, where they live, and why they are beneficial to have around. He will also share the most recent research on White Nose Syndrome and […]

Speaker Series at Walnut Creek Preserve

Walnut Creek Preserve 179 Wood Thrush Ln, Mill Spring, NC, United States

Free speaker series on Saturday, May 18, 10:30am-12pm Speaker Robin Edgar discusses the shocking facts about plastic pollution and how plastics effects plant and animal life. Advance registration is required at: https://conservingcarolina.org/event/walnut-creek-preserve-speaker-series-plastic-pollution-solutions/

Speaker Series at Saluda Library

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Friday, May 31 at 2pm at Saluda Library Thomas Rain Crowe is an internationally-published and recognized author, editor, and translator of more than thirty books, including the multi-award winning nonfiction nature memoir of his years living in the woods outside of Saluda, Zoro’s Field: My Life in the Appalachian Woods, which he will discuss at this program.

Canceled Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]

Speaker Series at Saluda Library

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Enjoy the free speaker series at Saluda Library. Please RSVP to attend the event at: https://conservingcarolina.org/ June 11 at 2pm. "An Introduction to Western Carolina Butterflies" led by Dr. David Ahrenholz. Participants will learn how to identify the butterflies of western Carolina's through photographs, as well as the food plants needed to attract both the […]

Speaker Series at Walnut Creek Preserve

Walnut Creek Preserve 179 Wood Thrush Ln, Mill Spring, NC, United States

Free event: "The Backyard Chorus - Insect Songs Through the Seasons" on June 15 10:30am-12pm Timothy G Forrest talks about insects. Advance registration is required "Why do insects make sounds?  How do they make sounds?  What are the common sound-producing species in North Carolina and when are they most active?  If you are curious about […]

Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Canceled Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]

Live at Lanier Program

Lanier Library 72 Chestnut Street, Tryon, NC, United States

Free event: Vince Verrecchio takes you on a photographic tour of Belize: its mountain jungles, river caves, and remote Mayan city hidden in the rain forest.

“A Journey through the National Geographic Herbal” Author at Columbus Library

Polk County Public Library 1289 W Mills St, Columbus, United States

Free event. Author Mimi Prunella Hernandez discusses her book "A Journey through the National Geographic Herbal" and introduces nine favorite herbs from her book, each revealing a unique facet of herbal wisdom.  Herbs being discussed will include Peach Leaf, Prickly Pear Cactus, Sumac Berry, Sunflower, Self-heal, Kudzu, Saw Palmetto, Damiana, and Rooibos.

Honey Tasting & Apiary Tour at The Orchard Inn

The Orchard Inn 100 Orchard Inn Ln, Saluda, NC, United States

On June 27 Sandy Bee Mine will be on site for a honey tasting and bee yard tour at Newman's Restaurant. Advance tickets suggested $125 per person: https://orchardinn.com/special-events/ Throughout the day, you will experience a curated honey tasting session, food pairing, and charcuterie lunch presented by Newman's. Sample a variety of honeys and hone your […]

$125