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UID:8908-1495130400-1495134000@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:A Voice for Trees Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Charlotte’s recently completed urban forest master plan\, the insect that threatens our Ash trees\, and how you can participate in protecting and growing our canopy with TreesCharlotte. \nDeadline to register is Monday\, May 15. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/a-voice-for-trees-community-meeting/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,TreesCharlotte Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170525T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170525T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T133103Z
UID:8920-1495733400-1495737000@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:A Voice for Trees Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Charlotte’s recently completed urban forest master plan\, the insect that threatens our Ash trees\, and how you can participate in protecting and growing our canopy with TreesCharlotte. \nDeadline to register is Monday\, May 22. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/a-voice-for-trees-community-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Marion Diehl Recreation Center\, 2219 Tyvola Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,TreesCharlotte Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20170510T173637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170512T135733Z
UID:8924-1496145600-1496149200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:A Voice for Trees Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Charlotte’s recently completed urban forest master plan\, the insect that threatens our Ash trees\, and how you can participate in protecting and growing our canopy with TreesCharlotte. \nDeadline to register is Sunday\, May 28. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/a-voice-for-trees-community-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Main Library – Francis Auditorium\, 310 North Tryon Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,TreesCharlotte Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171001T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20170919T182815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T182815Z
UID:10366-1506850200-1506861000@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Hilly Chantilly 5K\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Hilly Chantilly is a not-so-hilly USATF certified\, family friendly\, chip timed 5K race that winds through the tree-lined residential streets of the Chantilly neighborhood\, one of Charlotte’s oldest center-city neighborhoods (established 1913) nestled between Plaza Midwood and Elizabeth. The course features gentle\, rolling hills that meander through the neighborhood – crossing no major thoroughfares – past Chantilly Park\, and begins and ends at Chantilly Hall\, near the intersection of Shenandoah Ave. and Pecan Ave. \nThe race benefits two Charlotte non-profit\, 501(c)(3) organizations: the Chantilly Neighborhood Association\, dedicated to working with residents and other center-city neighborhoods on preserving natural beauty in the city with sustainable urban living\, and TreesCharlotte. \nFor more information and to register\, visit the Chantilly Neighborhood Association website. \nTreeMasters\, if you would like to volunteer at this event\, please complete the form below.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/hilly-chantilly-5k-2017/
LOCATION:Hilly Chantilly 5K\, 2100 Shenandoah Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20170920T164353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T164353Z
UID:10388-1507140000-1507147200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:TreesCharlotte Fall Season Kick-off
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Legion Brewing as we kick-off the Fall planting season.  Learn about volunteer opportunities and how you can help TreesCharlotte preserve and expand our iconic tree canopy.  Start the tree planting season off right with a chance to win a free tree as we will be raffling off some 7-gallon trees.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/treescharlotte-fall-season-kick-off/
LOCATION:Legion Brewing\, 1906 Commonwealth Avenue\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20170727T151138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171017T195935Z
UID:9727-1509181200-1509188400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Prosperity Village Area Association NeighborWoods Event
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo\, our goal is to give away approximately 500 trees to residents in the Prosperity Village area. \nResidents of the Prosperity Village area are invited to come out\, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. At the event\, you will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form with your home and email address (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. \nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  Trees are 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.  This is a first come\, first served event. \nIf you are a resident of the Prosperity Village area and would like to sign up for trees\, please click here or the “Get Trees” button at the top of the page. Deadline to register for trees is Friday\, October 20. \nOur community partner\, NC Wildlife Federation will be on hand with fun\, interactive children activities between 9:00 and 10:00am. \nWe are looking for a few volunteers to help at the event.  Volunteers will help residents load trees and mulch into their cars\, and help with traffic control.  Please complete the form below to register to volunteer.  Deadline to register to volunteer is Sunday\, October 22.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/prosperity-village-area-association-neighborwoods-event/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20171101T185608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T192115Z
UID:10615-1510995600-1511002800@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Community Orchard at Rockwell AME Zion Church
DESCRIPTION:TreesCharlotte is partnering with Mecklenburg County Health Department\, Rockwell AME Zion Church\, NC Cooperative Extension\, and the Derita Community to plant 23 fruit trees in Northeast Charlotte. \nThe purpose of the initiative is to develop an urban orchard in an effort to increase access and consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables for residents in the Northeast Corridor of Mecklenburg County. The orchard will be on the property of Rockwell AME Zion Church. Fruit trees will be planted and harvested by Rockwell AME Zion Church parishioners and residents of communities surrounding the church. Food will be distributed according to criteria which is still being developed. Ultimately\, the program could be used as a template for other faith-based organizations to begin similar initiatives. \nWe love our volunteers\, however\, general volunteers are not needed for this event.  Please check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/community-orchard-rockwell-ame-zion-church/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T093000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20170727T182338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180224T132305Z
UID:9741-1519461000-1519464600@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Steele Chase NeighborWoods Event
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo\, our goal is to give away approximately 150 trees to residents in the Steele Chase neighborhood.  The location of the event is yet to be determined and will be updated once it has been confirmed. \nResidents of Steele Chase are invited to come out\, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. At the event\, you will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form with your home and email address (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. \nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  Trees are 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.  This is a first come\, first served event. \nIf you are a resident of the Prosperity Village area Steele Chase neighborhood and would like to sign up for trees\, please click here or the “Get Trees” button at the top of the page. Deadline to register for trees is Friday\, February 16. \nOur community partner\, NC Wildlife Federation will be on hand with fun\, interactive children activities between 8:30 and 9:30am.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/steele-chase-neighborwoods-event/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180122T190908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T040508Z
UID:11252-1520848800-1520854200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:TreesCharlotte Talk: Charlotte's Grand History of Trees
DESCRIPTION:As part of our weeklong celebration of Arbor Day\, City of Charlotte arborists and TreesCharlotte staff will talk about Charlotte’s grand history with trees\, sharing stories from the early days of some of its most treasured neighborhoods to our innovative approaches to preserving the canopy today.  \nFruit\, pastries and coffee provided courtesy of host SouthMinister. The talk begins at 10 a.m.\, doors open at 9:30 a.m. \n(No volunteers are needed for this event) 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/grandtrees/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180324T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180105T131811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180215T142547Z
UID:11066-1521874800-1521889200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:32nd Annual Elizabeth 8k Road Race
DESCRIPTION:The Elizabeth 8K Road Race is Charlotte’s oldest road race and features a new USATF-certified course (certificate #tbd)\, providing runners with a fantastic tour of the scenic residential and commercial streets of the Elizabeth neighborhood. In addition to the 8K\, there is also a 1.5M run/walk and the Liz Kids’ Fun Run for the youngest runners. \nThe event begins and ends near Independence Park Recreation Center at Independence Park (345 Hawthorne Lane\, Charlotte NC\, 28204). Participants that register by March 9 will enjoy Elizabeth 8K racing shirts. Proceeds benefit the beautification of the Historic Elizabeth Neighborhood and the replenishing of both Charlotte and Elizabeth’s tree canopies. \nFor more information or to register for the event\, please visit www.elizabeth8k.com. \nTreesCharlotte will host a small TreeStore after the race\, giving away 7 gallon sized\, 6-10′ tall trees to the residents of Elizabeth.  We cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  You will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form with your home  and email address (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. Trees are available on a first come\, first served basis as quantities are limited. \nThanks for you interest in volunteering\, we have enough TreeMasters for this event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/32nd-annual-elizabeth-8k-road-race/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Recreation Center Independence Park\, 345 Hawthorne Lane\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180329T155138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T184706Z
UID:11848-1524247200-1524254400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Color The Canopy Opening Party
DESCRIPTION:TreesCharlotte is excited to announce a unique fundraiser to protect and grow Charlotte’s beloved tree canopy: The sale of 27 original Paul Simon paintings\, with all proceeds benefitting the non-profit. Paul’s paintings feature landscapes\, flowers and some particularly festive roosters. \nEnjoy a glass of wine and see all of the paintings on display at Paul Simon Men’s Store on Friday\, April 20\, from 6-8 p.m. \nMoney raised from Color the Canopy will go toward tree plantings\, stewardship and educational programs. As Charlotte’s tree canopy feels stresses from age and development\, TreesCharlotte engages community volunteers to plant thousands of trees each year at schools\, parks and neighborhoods. Since its start six years ago\, TreesCharlotte has planted more than 25\,000 trees with 13\,000-plus volunteers. \nRegister Here.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/color-canopy-opening-party-art-crawl/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,TreesCharlotte Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180419T181338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T165735Z
UID:11963-1524906000-1524913200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Tree Walk: A Magical Spring Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Charlotte prides itself as the city of trees\, but could you identify our most common trees? Take a walking tour of the beautiful Farmington Neighborhood\, an oasis of trees in Ballantyne\, and learn about 20 of the most popular trees in Charlotte. Led by Mark Livingston\, a master arborist\, and Kim Hombs\, a Farmington resident. Both guides are members of a Charlotte Canopy Team\, a citizen-led group dedicated to preserving and growing Charlotte’s urban forest. The Tree Walk is part of Take Root\, Charlotte! – a new series from TreesCharlotte and the City of Charlotte. \nMeet at the cul-de-sac at 16303 Farmchase Court. Rain or shine! Be sure to wear your walking shoes\, route will be an easy 1 mile. Coffee and doughnuts provided! \nSAVE THE DATE! \nOur next Take Root\, Charlotte! event is Tree Walk: A Tour of Historic Oaks\, Maples and Evergreens at 10 a.m. on Saturday\, May 12\, at Elmwood Cemetery in uptown Charlotte. Click here for more details! \nRegister Here
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/magical-spring-stroll/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180512T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180419T181629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T165816Z
UID:11945-1526119200-1526124600@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Tree Walk in Elmwood Cemetery: Where Trees and History Flourish
DESCRIPTION:A Take Root\, Charlotte! event\, Elmwood Cemetery in the heart of uptown Charlotte offers not only a fascinating glimpse into Charlotte’s past\, with graves dating back to the 1800s\, it’s also a certified arboretum. City of Charlotte Assistant Arborist Laurie Dukes leads this walking tour where she’ll provide tips on how to identify trees and discuss the city’s meticulous stewardship of this center city gem. \nWear comfortable shoes. The leisurely walk will be no longer than 1 mile. \nRegister Here
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/tree-walk-elmwood-cemetery-trees-history-flourish/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180803T145825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180803T145825Z
UID:12334-1538823600-1538834400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Community Orchard at Reeder Memorial Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:TreesCharlotte is partnering with Mecklenburg County Health Department\, Reeder Memorial Baptist Church\, and NC Cooperative Extension to plant 28 fruit trees in Northeast Charlotte. \nThe purpose of the initiative is to develop an urban orchard in an effort to increase access and consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables for residents in the Beatties Ford Road Corridor of Mecklenburg County.  Fruit trees will be planted and harvested by Reeder Memorial Baptist Church parishioners and residents of communities surrounding the church. Food will be distributed according to criteria which is still being developed. Ultimately\, the program could be used as a template for other faith-based organizations to begin similar initiatives. \nWe love our volunteers\, however\, general volunteers are not needed for this event.  Please check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities. \nWe are looking for 2 experienced TreeMasters that are comfortable taking a more active role in organizing\, setting up and managing volunteers before and during the event. \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/community-orchard-at-reeder-memorial-baptist-church/
LOCATION:Reeder Memorial Baptist Church\, 3725 Beatties Ford Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20180802T181542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T192658Z
UID:12314-1540029600-1540033200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Collingwood NeighborWoods Event
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Collingwood neighborhood to plant approximately 20 trees in Collins Park as well as provide trees to their residents. \nThanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo\, our goal is to give away approximately 150 trees to residents of the Collingwood neighborhood. \nPre-registration for trees is required and will open on September 12.  Deadline to register for trees is Friday\, October 12. \nThe location of the event is yet to be determined and will be updated once it has been confirmed. \nResidents of Collingwood are invited to come out\, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. At the event\, you will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form with your home and email address (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. \nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  Trees are 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.  This is a first come\, first served event. \n  \nA few Volunteers and TreeMasters are needed to help with tree and mulch distribution.  Deadline to register to volunteer is October 14\, click here to volunteer.  TreeMasters\, please register here to ensure your hours are recorded.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/collingwood-neighborwoods-event/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T093000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20181228T145936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181228T145936Z
UID:13772-1547888400-1547890200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Pineknoll NeighborWoods Event
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Pineknoll neighborhood to provide trees to their residents. \nPre-registration for trees is required through the secure link sent to residents. Deadline to register for trees is Sunday\, January 13. \nThe location of the event within Pineknoll is yet to be determined and will be updated once confirmed. \nResidents of Pineknoll are invited to come out\, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. At the event\, you will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form with your home and email address (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. \nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  Trees come in 7-gallon sized containers and range from 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.  This is a first come\, first served event. \nA few seasoned TreeMasters are needed to manage the event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/pineknoll-neighborwoods-event/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190324
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20181227T135504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T162540Z
UID:13750-1553299200-1553385599@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:33rd Annual Elizabeth 8k Road Race
DESCRIPTION:The Elizabeth 8K Road Race is Charlotte’s oldest road race and features a USATF-certified course (certificate NC18014DF)\, providing runners with a fantastic tour of the scenic residential and commercial streets of the Elizabeth neighborhood. In addition to the 8K\, there is also a 1.5M run/walk and the Liz Kids’ Fun Run for the youngest runners. \nThe Elizabeth 8K is an independent race\, organized by volunteers from the Elizabeth neighborhood. Proceeds benefit the Elizabeth Community Association\, the beautification of Elizabeth\, and the replenishing of tree canopies in the neighborhood and across the city.  A portion of net race proceeds go to TreesCharlotte. \nFor more information or to register for the event\, please visit www.elizabeth8k.com. \nA few seasoned TreeMasters are needed to help distribute trees to participants. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nphoto credits: Jim Dimitroff
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/33rd-annual-elizabeth-8k-road-race/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Recreation Center Independence Park\, 345 Hawthorne Lane\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190225T024904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190225T025246Z
UID:14328-1556456400-1556470800@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Meet TreesCharlotte: Open Streets 704
DESCRIPTION:Open Streets 704 opens a length of city streets for people to walk\, bike and experience for an afternoon. Taking cues from similar events around the country and the world\, Open Streets 704 aims to build a better\, healthier\, connected community. \nThe next Open Streets 704 is Sunday\, April 28\, from 1-5 p.m.  The route covers roughly four (4) miles between Plaza Midwood and NoDa — and all the cool places in between! Check it out here. Along the way will be family-friendly activities\, from jugglers to pet crafts to the TreesCharlotte table\, where we’ll have tree cookie necklaces for kids to decorate\, seedlings for everybody and a fun trivia experience. \nPlease come visit us!
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/meet-treescharlotte-open-streets-704/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190910T161736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T191823Z
UID:15528-1568448000-1568462400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Meet TreesCharlotte: Cotswold Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Talk trees as you enjoy a morning of local produce\, breads\, meats\, eggs — even flowers and soaps — at the Cotswold Farmers Market this Saturday. TreesCharlotte will be there manning a table from 8 a.m.-noon with tree trivia\, news about our upcoming season and tree cookie necklaces for kids! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/meet-treescharlotte-cotswold-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Cotswold Farmers Market\, 309 S. Sharon Amity Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190809T133250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T180730Z
UID:15201-1570870800-1570874400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Grier Heights and Elizabeth Heights NeighborWoods Event
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Grier Heights and the Elizabeth Heights neighborhoods to distribute free trees to their residents. \nPre-registration for trees is required by completing the form below. You must be a resident of Grier Heights or Elizabeth Heights.  Deadline to register for trees is Monday\, October 7.  \nResidents of Grier Heights and Elizabeth Heights are invited to come to the Grier Heights Community Center\, learn about trees and take up to 3 home to plant. At the event\, you will be trained on how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.  You will then be asked to complete and sign a Stewardship Pledge Form and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide. \nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities.  Trees are 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported. This is a first come\, first served event. \nEvents are held rain or shine.  A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions. \n\nI have enough TreeMasters for this event. A few seasoned TreeMasters are needed to help run the event and help with tree and mulch distribution. Click here to learn more about the TreeMaster program.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/grier-heights-and-elizabeth-heights-neighborwoods-event/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190913T153258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T134358Z
UID:15578-1571472000-1571486400@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Meet TreesCharlotte: Cotswold Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Talk trees as you enjoy a morning of local produce\, breads\, meats\, eggs — even flowers and soaps — at the Cotswold Farmers Market this Saturday. TreesCharlotte will be there manning a table from 8 a.m.-noon with tree trivia\, news about our upcoming season and tree cookie necklaces for kids! \nWe are looking for 1 TreeAmbassador to host this event! Please sign up below \nOops! We could not locate your form.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/meet-treescharlotte-cotswold-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Cotswold Farmers Market\, 309 S. Sharon Amity Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190809T141357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T150421Z
UID:14962-1572080400-1572087600@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:West Side Zip Code TreeStore
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the generous support of Coca-Cola Consolidated\, we invite residents who live in the 28208\, 28214\, 28216\, 28217\, 28273 or 28278 zip codes to our West Side Zip Code TreeStore! If you’re a resident of any of these zip codes\, pre-register and help make the West Side one of the best-canopy’d communities in the Queen City. We plan to give out 300 trees on a first come first served basis. \n\nEach address within zip code 28208\, 28214\, 28216\, 28217\, 28273 or 28278 is eligible for up to two free trees.  Limit 2 trees per address.\nProof of zip code residency (such as a driver’s license\, utility bill\, etc.) must be shown at the event in order to participate.\nA valid email address is required to register.\nYou will sign a Stewardship Pledge Form (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide.\nAt the TreeStore\, you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.\nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities and will not know what will be available until the morning of the event.\nTrees are in 7-gallon containers\, range from 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.\n\nTreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this.  A suggested donation of $20 is greatly appreciated and would help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. \nPre-registration is closed but walk-ups are welcome! All trees are first-come\, first-served\, regardless of registration status.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/west-side-zip-code-treestore/
LOCATION:Friendship Missionary Baptist Church\, 3400 Beatties Ford Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190829T131142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T134722Z
UID:15422-1573894800-1573903800@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Regency at Palisades NeighborWoods
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Regency at Palisades neighborhood to plant trees in their common areas and to provide trees to their residents.  Residents are invited to enjoy coffee and donuts\, talk to tree experts about the right trees for their yard\, take a 15-minute tree-planting clinic and bring home up to 3 trees! \nPre-registration for trees is required and will be made available in October. \nThe tree give away portion of the day will run from 9:00-10:30. \nThe trees: Tentative species list is yet to be determined. Once confirmed\, a list of species will be emailed to registrants.  (Trees are a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be reserved in advance) \nTree specs: 5-10 feet tall\, 1-inch caliper\, aged 2-4 years old\, potted in 7-gallon containers. Trees would retail for $75-$150. \nYour cost: $10 per tree\, paid in advance during registration \nTree clinic: Every recipient will attend a tree-planting clinic the morning of the event (15 minutes) and sign a stewardship pledge. \nRegistration: Closes November 7. Registration is required. If you register\, please make every effort to pick up trees the morning of November 16 or arrange for somebody to pick them up for you. Registration does not guarantee species; all trees are first-come\, first-served the morning of the event. \nVolunteers Needed!\nVolunteers and TreeMasters are needed to help plant trees for residents unable to do so and to help with tree and mulch distribution.  The tree planting portion of this event will be from 9:30am-noon. \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable event\, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 30 for this TreeDay. Register early as our events “sell out” quickly.  1 spot remains  \nTree planting events are great for families and everyone is welcome. To ensure accurate active volunteer counts\, please list all participants on the registration form\, along with children’s ages. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. \nDeadline to register to volunteer is November 10. \nOnce registered\, more detailed information will be emailed to you the week of the event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/regency-at-palisades-neighborwoods/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151610
CREATED:20190911T170434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T181654Z
UID:15555-1575709200-1575714600@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:The Sanctuary NeighborWoods
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Sanctuary neighborhood to plant trees in their common areas and to provide trees to their residents.  Residents are invited to enjoy coffee and donuts\, talk to tree experts about the right trees for their yard\, take a 15-minute tree-planting clinic and bring home up to 3 trees! \nPre-registration for trees is required and will be made available in November. \nThe location of the event is yet to be determined and will be updated once it has been confirmed.  The tree giveaway portion of the day will run from 9:00-10:30. \nThe trees: Tentative species list is yet to be determined. Once confirmed\, a list of species will be emailed to registrants.  (Trees are a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be reserved in advance) \nTree specs: 5-10 feet tall\, 1-inch caliper\, aged 2-4 years old\, potted in 7-gallon containers. Trees would retail for $75-$150. \nYour cost: $10 per tree\, paid during registration \nTree clinic: Every recipient must attend a tree-planting clinic the morning of the event (15 minutes) and sign a stewardship pledge. \nRegistration: Closes November 29. Registration is required. If you register\, you are expected to pick up trees the morning of December 7 or arrange for somebody to pick them up for you. Registration does not guarantee species; all trees are first-come\, first-served the morning of the event. \nTreeMasters are needed to help with the event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/the-sanctuary-neighborwoods/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20190829T132306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T134009Z
UID:15441-1575709200-1575718200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Providence Pointe NeighborWoods
DESCRIPTION:Having completed a NeighborWoods Application and been accepted into the program\, TreesCharlotte is pleased to be partnering with the Providence Pointe neighborhood to plant trees in their common areas and to provide trees to their residents.  Residents are invited to enjoy coffee and donuts\, talk to tree experts about the right trees for their yard\, take a 15-minute tree-planting clinic and bring home up to 3 trees! \nPre-registration for trees is required through our EventBrite site here. \nThe tree give away portion of the day will run from 8:30-9:30. \nThe trees: Tentative species list is yet to be determined. Once confirmed\, a list of species will be emailed to registrants.  (Trees are a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be reserved in advance) \nTree specs: 5-10 feet tall\, 1-inch caliper\, aged 2-4 years old\, potted in 7-gallon containers. Trees would retail for $75-$150. \nYour cost: $10 per tree\, paid during registration \nTree clinic: Every recipient must attend a tree-planting clinic the morning of the event (15 minutes) and sign a stewardship pledge. \nRegistration: Closes November 29. Registration is required. If you register\, you are expected to pick up trees the morning of December 7 or arrange for somebody to pick them up for you. Registration does not guarantee species; all trees are first-come\, first-served the morning of the event. \n  \nVolunteers Needed!\nExcitement for our volunteer tree planting events has been Tree-mendous. To ensure a fun and safe event\, we have reached maximum capacity for this event. Please visit the community calendar for additional opportunities. \nVolunteers are needed to help plant trees and to help with tree and mulch distribution.  The tree planting portion of this event will be from 9:30-11:00am. \nTo ensure a safe and enjoyable event\, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 30 for this TreeDay. Register early as our events “sell out” quickly.  0 spots remain  \nTree planting events are great for families and everyone is welcome. To ensure accurate active volunteer counts\, please list all participants on the registration form\, along with children’s ages. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. \nClick here to volunteer. \nOnce registered\, more detailed information will be emailed to you the week of the event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/providence-pointe-neighborwoods/
LOCATION:Providence Pointe Clubhouse\, 15440 Prescott Hill Ave\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28277\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Volunteer Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200209T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20191121T163049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T150545Z
UID:16295-1581256800-1581262200@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Hebrew Cemetery TreeDay
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers from the Jewish community will be planting trees in the Hebrew Cemetery. \nWe love our volunteers\, however\, general volunteers are not needed for this event.  Check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities. \nTreeMasters are needed for this event. To learn more about the TreeMaster program\, please click here.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/hebrew-cemetery-treeday/
LOCATION:Hebrew Cemetery\, 1801 Statesville Ave\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20191127T145901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T160019Z
UID:16370-1582365600-1582371000@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:University City Zip Code TreeStore 2020 - 28213\, 28262\, 28269
DESCRIPTION:University City\, are you ready for some trees?! Thanks to our partnership with LendingTree\, Charlotte 2020 Host Committee and 2020 Convention Planners\, we are excited to bring our TreeStore to University City.  In an effort to get more trees into less treed areas\, we invite residents who live in the 28213\, 28262\, or 28269 zip codes to this Zip Code TreeStore! If you’re a resident of any of these zip codes\, pre-register and help make University City one of the best-canopy’d communities in the Queen City. \nHere’s what you need to know:  \n\nEach address within zip code 28213\, 28262\, or 28269 is eligible for up to two free trees.  Limit 2 trees per address.\nProof of zip code residency (such as a driver’s license\, utility bill\, etc.) must be shown at the event in order to participate.\nA valid email address is required to register.\nYou will sign a Stewardship Pledge Form (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide.\nAt the TreeStore\, you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.\nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities and will not know what will be available until the morning of the event.\nTrees are in 7-gallon containers\, range from 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.\n\nTreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this.  A suggested donation of $20 is greatly appreciated and would help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. \nRegistration is required and will be open February 4 – 18. Deadline to register is midnight\, February 18.  \nRegister here! \nRegistration does not guarantee you trees or tree varieties\, however\, it does get you a sneak peek (via email a few days before the event) of the varieties we hope to offer. \nWe expect to give out close to 300 trees on a first come\, first served basis. Expect long lines as this will be a popular event. \nThank you to all our TreeMasters that have registered\, we now have enough help and are only seeking a few volunteers to help direct traffic across the campus and distribute and load trees and mulch into participants’ cars.  Register to volunteer below. Deadline to register to volunteer is Feb. 16.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/university-city-zip-code-treestore-2020/
LOCATION:UNC Charlotte\, 9227 Martin Village Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20191127T145003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T133615Z
UID:16361-1583571600-1583577000@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:The Grove Zip Code TreeStore - 28205\, 28212\, 28215\, 28227
DESCRIPTION:Hickory Grove\, are you ready for some trees?! Thanks to our partnership with LendingTree\, Charlotte 2020 Host Committee and 2020 Convention Planners\, we are excited to bring our TreeStore to Hickory Grove. We invite residents who live in the 28205\, 28212\, 28215 or Charlotte only residents of 28227 zip codes to this Zip Code TreeStore! If you’re a resident of any of these zip codes\, pre-register and help make Hickory Grove one of the best-canopy’d communities in the Queen City. Thanks to the generosity of the Charlotte 2020 Host Committee\, we plan to give out 200 trees on a first-come first-served basis. \nHere’s what you need to know:  \n\nEach Charlotte address within zip code 28205\, 28212\, 28215 or 28227 (only Charlotte addresses in 28227\, not Matthews or Mint Hill) is eligible for up to two free trees.  Limit 2 trees per address.  Registrations listing a PO Box or an apartment are not valid and will be deleted.\nTreesCharlotte’s mission is to help the City of Charlotte reach its goal of 50% tree canopy by 2050.  We\, therefore\, limit our efforts to expand the canopy within Charlotte’s city limits and limit participation to Charlotte residents only (unfortunately\, we do not serve Matthews\, Mint Hill\, Pineville\, Huntersville\, Davidson\, Cornelius\, other municipalities outside Charlotte\, or Mecklenburg County).\nProof of Charlotte zip code residency (such as a driver’s license\, utility bill\, etc.) must be shown at the event in order to participate.\nA valid email address is required to register.\nYou will sign a Stewardship Pledge Form (mandatory) and declare your pledge to take care of the tree(s) we provide.\nAt the TreeStore\, you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).  Tree training is mandatory.\nWe cannot guarantee species type or quantities and will not know what will be available until the morning of the event.\nTrees are in 7-gallon containers\, range from 6-10′ tall\, and will not be reserved or transported.\n\nTreesCharlotte is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to be able to host events like this.  A suggested donation of $20 is greatly appreciated and would help us give more trees to Charlotte residents. \nRegistration is required and will be open February 19 – March 3. Deadline to register is midnight\, March 3.  \nWalk-ups are welcome. \nWalk-ups Welcome\, pre-registration has closed. \nRegistration does not guarantee you trees or tree varieties\, however\, it does get you a sneak peek (via email a few days before the event) of the varieties we hope to offer. \nWe expect to give out close to 300 trees on a first-come\, first-served basis. Expect long lines as this will be a popular event. \nVolunteers are needed to distribute and load trees and mulch into participants’ cars.  Register to volunteer below.  Deadline to register is March 1.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/hickory-grove-zip-code-treestore-28205-28212-28215/
LOCATION:The Grove Presbyterian Church\, 5735 E W.T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20200124T154442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T182625Z
UID:16731-1584178200-1584183600@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Paw Creek Presbyterian Church TreeDay
DESCRIPTION:TreesCharlotte will be planting 10 trees around Paw Creek Presbyterian and giving away a small number of trees to the community \nWe love our volunteers\, however general volunteers are not needed for this event.  Please visit our events calendar for other volunteer opportunities. \nWe are looking for 3 experienced TreeMasters that are comfortable taking a more active role in organizing\, setting up and managing volunteers before and during the event.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/paw-creek-presbyterian-church-treeday/
LOCATION:Paw Creek Presbyterian Church\, 7400 Mt. Holly Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200421
DTSTAMP:20260417T151611
CREATED:20200410T194025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200420T210140Z
UID:17687-1587340800-1587427199@treescharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day CLT: Takeout and a tree!
DESCRIPTION:Looking to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day in a big way\, Charlotte? During Earth Week\, TreesCharlotte is partnering with a variety of local restaurants and breweries to give away free seedlings when you pick up takeout from their curbside/call-ahead services! \nThese young trees are all natives\, and they can’t wait to find that perfect spot in your yard to grow\, add shade\, provide wildlife habitat\, clean the air and water and bring you decades of happiness! \nWe are especially excited to partner with local restaurants and breweries. By getting a seedling\, you are both adding canopy to Charlotte\, as well as supporting the CLT economy. \nThe seedling giveaways begin April 20 and will continue until inventory runs out. \nParticipating breweries and restaurants\nPlease call ahead for days/hours of operation \nAmelie’s French Bakery: NoDa\, Uptown\, Park Road and Carmel Commons locations \nBirdsong Brewing Co. \nBrixx Pizza: Dilworth\, Foxcroft and Blakeney locations \nLegion Brewing: Plaza-Midwood (starting Tuesday) and SouthPark (starting Wednesday) locations. \nNoDa Brewing: Starting Tuesday \nThe Olde Mecklenburg Brewery \nSabor: NoDa location \nThe Unknown Brewing Company: Starting Wednesday \nWooden Robot: SouthEnd location \n 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/earth-day-clt-love-local-plant-trees/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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