Brawley Farms NeighborWoods Event
2013-12-07 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Our goal is to plant 200 trees in the Brawley Farms and Bristol Farms Neighborhoods in East Charlotte. Trees will be planted by residents and volunteers throughout the neighborhood and in public areas.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and to wear long sleeve shirts, pants, and closed toed shoes appropriate for digging. Keep in mind you will get dirty and the day may be chilly and wet. Tools (shovels and pick axes) will be available to borrow. Water and lunch will be provided. Bring a snack if you think you might need it.
NeighborWoods tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.
Kindly register below if you are interested in volunteering to help plant trees during the Brawley Farms / Bristol Farms NeighborWoods event.
Click here to register to volunteer.
Deadline to register is Monday, December 2, 2013.
Check out photos from the planting.

Bristol Farms NeighborWoods Event
2013-12-07 08:30 - 12:00
In conjuction with our event in the Brawley Farms Neighborhood, we will also be planting trees in neighboring Bristol Farms. Trees will be planted by residents and volunteers throughout the neighborhood and along the entrance to Bristol Farms.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and to wear long sleeve shirts, pants, and closed toed shoes appropriate for digging. Keep in mind you will get dirty and the day may be chilly and wet. Tools (shovels and pick axes) will be available to borrow. Water and lunch will be provided. Bring a snack if you think you might need it.
NeighborWoods tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.
Check out photos from the planting.

TreeMaster Certification Course
2014-01-15 15:00 - 16:30
What is a TreeMaster?
A TreeMaster is a volunteer who has received training on volunteer management, proper planting techniques and care and maintenance of trees. TreeMasters serve as volunteer leaders and are vital to the success of NeighborWoods planting events throughout Charlotte, including TreeDays and TreeStores.
What do TreeMasters do?
TreeMasters attend this free 1 1/2 hour workshop which features indoor and outdoor instruction, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations. Training is suited for all levels of arboriculture knowledge. Upon completion of the certification course, graduates will be provided opportunities to put their knowledge into action by serving as volunteer leaders at planting events. The TreesCharlotte planting season runs from October to roughly April 15.
Benefits of becoming a TreeMaster.
TreeMasters receive a TreesCharlotte baseball cap and a tree at each event at which they volunteer.
What is the time commitment?
TreeMasters are asked to commit to volunteer at a minimum of 3 regularly scheduled tree planting events (each about 4 hours).
How do I become a TreeMaster?
You must be at least 18 years of age and register by clicking the rsvp button below.

NeighborWoods Pre-Application Workshop
2014-01-22 17:30 - 18:30, 2014-02-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2014-02-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2014-03-05 17:30 - 18:30
Learn about TreesCharlotte and how your neighborhood can apply for a tree planting event. The Pre-Application Workshop will walk you through the application process.
More information can be found here.

TreeMaster Certification Course
2014-01-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Catawba Lands Conservancy, 105 W. Morehead Street, CHARLOTTE, 28202

Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
2014-02-22 08:30 - 12:00
TreesCharlotte is partnering with the District Rotary to plant over 400 trees on the MLK Middle School campus.
Tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions. For this event, the minimum age requirement for volunteers is 12. Ages 12 to 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Registration for this event has closed.
Check out photos from the planting.

Reid Park Academy
2014-03-22 08:30 - 12:00 | Reid Park Academy, 4108 W Tyvola Road, Charlotte, 28208, United States
TreesCharlotte is partnering with volunteers from Wells Fargo and the Junior League to plant close to 200 trees on the campus of Reid Park Academy.
Tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions. For this event, the minimum age requirement for volunteers is 12. Ages 12 to 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Deadline to register is Monday, March 17, 2014.
We have reached capacity of volunteers for this event. Please see the events calendar for additional volunteer opportunities.
Check out photos from the planting.

Dillehay Courts
2014-03-28 12:30 - 16:00
TreesCharlotte is partnering with volunteers from Carolinas HealthCare System to plant close to 400 trees at Dillehay Court, a Charlotte Public Housing campus.
Check out the photos from the event.

Elizabeth 8K Road Race
2014-03-29 08:00 - 11:00
The 28th annual Elizabeth 8K Road Race will hit the streets on Saturday, March 29, 2014. This is one of Charlotte’s longest-running events and features a USATF-certified course and a fantastic tour of the scenic residential streets of the Elizabeth neighborhood.
The event also includes a 1.5M untimed run/walk for the casual participants and youth runners and the Liz Kids’ Fun Run for the little ones. Participants will enjoy technical t-shirts (while supplies last), post-race refreshments and beer, live music from School of Rock, and even our very own Elvis! Proceeds benefit the beautification of the Historic Elizabeth Neighborhood and the replenishing of Elizabeth’s tree canopy.
More information can be found here.

Walter G. Byers School
2014-04-05 08:30 - 12:00 | W G Byers, 1415 Hamilton St, Charlotte, 28206
TreesCharlotte is partnering with volunteers from Crescent Communities to plant trees on the campus of W.G. Byers School. A TreeStore is also planned for the surrounding community.
Tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions. For this event, the minimum age requirement for volunteers is 12. Ages 12 to 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-registration has closed for this event. Please visit our events calendar for additional volunteer opportunities.

Deadline to register is Monday, March 31, 2014.

Check out the photos from the event.

Thomasboro Academy
2014-04-12 08:30 - 12:00
TreesCharlotte is partnering with Lincoln Harris and the community to plant close to 150 trees on the campus of Thomasboro Academy.
Tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions. For this event, the minimum age requirement for volunteers is 12. Ages 12 to 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Due to overwhelming community support for this event, we have reached capacity for volunteers.
We are planning additional events for the fall, 2014 and encourage you to check the events calendar.
Check out the photos from the event.

Tree Canopy Action Summit III
2014-05-19 11:00 - 2014-05-23 13:30 | Mahlon Adams Pavilion, Freeedom Park, Charlotte, United States
The goal of the Summit is to share in an interesting and interactive discussion of the topics most relevant to our urban forest. This year’s Summit will cover:

Reporting on the collective successes & goals of the TreesCharlotte collaborative;
Growing superior trees;
Policy issues including the recent canopy analysis and payment in lieu provisions of the tree ordinance;
Update on the cankerworm and Charlotte’s street tree program;
Roundtable discussion of research and education topics; and
Other issues important to participants.

This event is intended for those directly involved in protecting, preserving and expanding Charlotte’s tree canopy. Space is limited so rsvp early and no later than May 14.

Johnson C. Smith University Tree Planting Event
2014-07-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Johnson C. Smith University, 608 North Summit Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
TreesCharlotte partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha to plant 30 trees on the campus of Johnson C. Smith University.
Photos can be viewed here.

Tree Party at Ciel Gallery
2014-09-05 18:00 - 21:00
Ciel Gallery partners with TreesCharlotte to present Tree Party, a national exhibition juried by local Charlotte favorite Andy Braitman, with an Opening Reception Friday, September 5, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Tree Party plans to support TreesCharlotte’s efforts through a Giving Tree of 6”x6” artworks gifted by artists nationwide and sold to the public for $25 each. Ciel will donate 100% of sales proceeds from the Giving Tree to TreesCharlotte, as well as 100% of donations received during the September run of Tree Party.
Also planned for September 5 is a book signing by Charlotte author Maggie Barker Booth, featuring her book Treasure in the City, a collection of photographs and history of ten “treasure trees” around the city of Charlotte. The book signing will take place during Friday’s Opening Reception, 6:00 – 9:00.
More information can be found here.

TreeMaster Certification Course
2014-09-23 17:30 - 19:00
What is a TreeMaster?
A TreeMaster is a volunteer who has received training on volunteer management, proper planting techniques and care and maintenance of trees. TreeMasters serve as volunteer leaders and are vital to the success of NeighborWoods planting events throughout Charlotte, including TreeDays and TreeStores.
What do TreeMasters do?
TreeMasters attend this free 1 1/2 hour workshop which features indoor and outdoor instruction, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations. Training is suited for all levels of arboriculture knowledge. Upon completion of the certification course, graduates will be provided opportunities to put their knowledge into action by serving as volunteer leaders at planting events. The TreesCharlotte planting season runs from October to roughly April 15.
Benefits of becoming a TreeMaster.
TreeMasters receive a tree of their choice at each event at which they volunteer and an orange TreesCharlotte baseball cap.
What is the time commitment?
TreeMasters are asked to commit to volunteer at a minimum of 3 regularly scheduled tree planting events annually (each about 6 hours).
How do I become a TreeMaster?
You must be at least 18 years of age and register by clicking the rsvp button below.

Burtonwood TreeStore
2014-10-11 09:30 - 11:30
TreesCharlotte is hosting a TreeStore in the Burtonwood neighborhood. Residents are invited to come out, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. TreeMasters will be on hand to demonstrate proper techniques for planting and maintaining trees.
We love our volunteers; however, this is a neighborhood event for residents of Burtonwood. General volunteers are not needed. Please check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities.

Park Ridge TreeStore
2014-10-11 13:00 - 15:00
TreesCharlotte is hosting a TreeStore in the Park Ridge neighborhood. Residents are invited to come out, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. TreeMasters will be on hand to demonstrate proper techniques for planting and maintaining trees.
We love our volunteers; however, this is a neighborhood event for residents of Park Ridge. General volunteers are not needed. Please check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities.

Ranson IB Middle School TreeDay event
2014-10-18 09:00 - 23:30 | Ranson IB Middle School, 5850 Statesville Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, United States
We had an amazing event and thanks to all our volunteers, we were able to plant 194 trees around the campus. Click here to view just some photos of the event. Ranson Summary Slide
You can also see photos of the event on our Flickr page here.

With generous support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, TreesCharlotte will be planting approximately 200 trees on the campus of Ranson IB Middle School.
Volunteers from AXA Insurance are helping with this event, but we are also looking for additional volunteers to help out.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 75 for this TreeDay. Register early, as our events “sell out” quickly.
Tree 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 and t-shirt sizes. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
NeighborWoods tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.

Plaza Midwood TreeStore
2014-10-25 09:30 - 11:30
TreesCharlotte is hosting a TreeStore in Plaza Midwood. Residents are invited to come out, learn about trees and take a few home to plant. TreeMasters will be on hand to demonstrate proper techniques for planting and maintaining trees.
We love our volunteers; however, this is a neighborhood event for residents of Plaza Midwood. General volunteers are not needed. Please check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities.

Croft Community School TreeDay event
2014-10-31 12:30 - 16:00 | Croft Community School, 911 Hucks Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, United States
TreesCharlotte is partnering with Carolinas Healthcare System to plant approximately 691 trees on the campus of Croft Community School.
In addition to volunteers from CHS, we are inviting volunteers from the general public to help out. To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 150 for this TreeDay. Register early, as our events “sell out” quickly.
Tree 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 and t-shirt sizes. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Tree planting events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.
Registration for this event has closed; however, we could still use a few more volunteers. Come to the front of the school and check-in at the “Day Of Registration” line. We’d love to have you.
Deadline to register is October 17. Click here to register.

Oakbrooke NeighborWoods TreeDay
2014-11-08 09:00 - 11:30
Volunteer With TreesCharlotte
Come plant trees for a fun and rewarding experience!
Our goal is to plant 200 trees in the Oakbrooke Neighborhood in Northeast Charlotte. Trees will be planted by residents and volunteers throughout the neighborhood and in public areas.
Thanks to overwhelming community support, we have reached the maximum number of volunteers for this event. Please visit the events calendar for additional opportunities

MLK Middle School Planting and Tree Care
2014-11-15 09:00 - 11:30 | MLK Middle School, 500 Bilmark Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28213, United States
Come plant and care for trees for a fun and rewarding experience! We need your help! This is a tree planting and tree stewardship event on a CMS campus. Last year, TreesCharlotte and our Rotary club partners planted over 400 trees at MLK Middle School and now it’s time to revisit this site to stake, mulch, and replant trees. We need volunteers to help with this effort.
Note: The Madison Park / Sinclair Place event originally scheduled for November 15 has been postponed until the spring 2015.
Deadline to Register
Please register by close of business on Thursday November 13.

To register, complete form below:

Garinger High School TreeDay event
2014-12-06 09:00 - 11:30
What a great morning. Despite the cold, rainy conditions, 160 volunteers planted 372 trees. Check out some of the photos in our Flickr account here.

With generous support from the Women’s Impact Fund, TreesCharlotte will be planting approximately 425 trees on the campus of Garinger High School.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 220 for this TreeDay. Register early as our events “sell out” quickly.
Tree 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 and t-shirt sizes. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.
Deadline to register is November 21. Click here to register.
Once registered, more detailed information will be emailed to you the week of the event.

TreeMaster Certification Course
2015-01-15 17:30 - 19:00
What is a TreeMaster?
A TreeMaster is a volunteer who has received training on volunteer management, proper planting techniques and care and maintenance of trees. TreeMasters serve as volunteer leaders and are vital to the success of NeighborWoods planting events throughout Charlotte, including TreeDays and TreeStores.
What do TreeMasters do?
TreeMasters attend this free 1 1/2 hour workshop which features indoor and outdoor instruction, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations. Training is suited for all levels of arboriculture knowledge. Upon completion of the certification course, graduates will be provided opportunities to put their knowledge into action by serving as volunteer leaders at planting events. The TreesCharlotte planting season runs from October to roughly April 15.
Benefits of becoming a TreeMaster.
TreeMasters receive a tree of their choice at each event at which they volunteer and an orange TreesCharlotte baseball cap.
What is the time commitment?
TreeMasters are asked to commit to volunteer at a minimum of 3 regularly scheduled tree planting events annually (each about 6 hours).
How do I become a TreeMaster?
You must be at least 18 years of age and register by completing the application found here.

NeighborWoods Pre-Application Workshop - January 21
2015-01-21 17:30 - 18:30
Neighborhood Matching Grant Eligible* Neighborhood Associations can apply to receive trees and planting assistance for common areas and homes within the community. Applications for the Fall 2015 – Spring 2016 planting season are now being accepted. Attendance at a Pre-Application Workshop is required.
Upcoming Workshops:

January 21 5:30-6:30 pm
February 10 12:00-1:00 pm
February 11 5:30-6:30 pm
March 4 5:30-6:30 pm
March 10 12:00-1:00 pm
March 18 5:30-6:30 pm

Workshops are held at Old City Hall, 600 E Trade Street (Wilmore Room). Free parking is available. Additional workshops may be requested by calling 704-353-1235. Learn more about NeighborWoods and how to apply here.
*Check your eligibility here: http://charmeck.org/city/charlotte/nbs/about/Pages/MappingApplication.aspx
Enter your address or parcel ID number, and your eligibility will be shown in the information bubble.

Stewardship at Waddell Language Academy
2015-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Waddell High School, 7030 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
Check out photos of this event on Flickr here.
TreesCharlotte is returning to the Waddell Language Academy campus to do some routine maintenance on the trees planted last year. Volunteers will help with staking and mulching existing trees as well as planting a few new ones.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are limiting the number of volunteers to 15. Register early as our events “sell out” quickly.
Volunteer 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.
Events are held rain or shine. A modest rainfall actually provides ideal planting conditions.
Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 4. Click here to register.
Once registered, more detailed information will be emailed to you the week of the event.

Hebrew Cemetery Tree Planting
2015-02-08 13:00 - 15:00
Check out photos of this event on Flickr here.
Volunteers from the Jewish community will be helping to plant approximately 35 trees in the Hebrew Cemetery.
We love our volunteers, however, general volunteers are not needed for this event. Check the events calendar for other volunteer opportunities.
