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SUMMARY:Elizabeth 8K Volunteer Opportunity (OPEN to GENERAL VOLUNTEERS)
DESCRIPTION:Join The Elizabeth 8K as a TreesCharlotte Volunteer! \nTreesCharlotte is a beneficiary of this race\, and our volunteers help to make it a success. Volunteers will be assigned roles on the morning of the event and will be placed throughout the course of the race to ensure a successful race experience for participants. \nDuties could include the Eco Warriors\, who will help keep the race clean and green through ensuring proper disposal of waste and recyclables or various other on-course duties. \nAll volunteers will receive an Elizabeth 8k t-shirt and free Summit coffee on site.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/elizabeth-8k-volunteer-opportunity/
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SUMMARY:4th Annual TreeFest
DESCRIPTION:TreeFest 2026\nTreeFest is back for its fourth year! TreesCharlotte invites you to this FREE\, family-friendly celebration packed with trees\, art\, music\, and hands-on fun at NoDa Brewing Company (150 W 32nd St.\, Charlotte\, NC 28206). Celebrate Earth Month and National Arbor Day with tree-themed crafts\, DJ\, free tree seedlings\, arboriculture activities\, and an eco-market featuring local\, environmentally focused nonprofits and businesses. \n \n  \nTreeFest Vendors\n Browse a curated lineup of vendors offering everything from plants\, eco-friendly goods\, and handmade items. Support small businesses while exploring all that TreeFest has to offer!  \n\nLeft of Center Candles\nLento\nSoil and Stardust Earth + Energy Medicine\nBring Back the Butterflies \n\n  \nTreeFest Nonprofits\nMeet the nonprofits growing a greener\, more resilient Charlotte. Learn about their work\, get involved\, and discover how you can support their impact in our community.  \n\nCharlotte Arborist Association \nCharlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders\nCleanAire NC\nClimate Action NC\nDaniel Stowe Botanical Gardens\nGrateful Grazing Crew\nKeep CLT Beautiful \nNew.normal.x\nNorth Carolina Conservation Network\nSol Nation \nSustain Charlotte\nUpcycle Arts\nWild Ones \nWing Haven \nWoodlawn Community Fellowship \n\n  \nThank you to our TreeFest Sponsors!\n \nTreeFest Champions\n\n  \n\n \nTreeFest Friends\n \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n \nTreeFest Supporter \nBosbyshell Art Studio\n  \n  \nInterested in sponsoring TreeFest?\n \nTreeFest Sponsorship Opportunities\nSponsorship packages include brand promotion through event marketing\, beverage tickets\, and booth space (based on sponsorship level). It’s a great way to give back during Earth Month while supporting our mission! If you’re interested in sponsoring TreeFest\, please contact Beth Brodie. \n  \n 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/4th-annual-treefest/
LOCATION:NoDa Brewing\, 150 W 32nd Street\, `Charlotte\, NC\, 28206\, United States
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SUMMARY:Historic Hoskins TreeMapping - Phase V (Open to Volunteers)
DESCRIPTION:TreesCharlotte will be conducting a tree inventory mapping of street-view trees in the Historic Hoskins area. Volunteers will be split into zones and will be given measuring tapes\, tree manuals\, and training on how to properly map trees.  Volunteers will identify the following: \nNumber of trees (note heritage trees) \nTrunk diameter measurement of each accessible tree \nIdentify tree species and the number of each tree species \nDownlowad the App PictureThis . This app allows you to identify trees with a picture. \n  \n \nAge Requirements: Children of all ages are welcome. Adults (18+) must register themselves using the link above. Children ages 16 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian at all times\, and a waiver for children 16 and under must be signed on-site at check-in. Children ages 17 and older may attend without a parent or guardian and should register themselves using the link above.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/historic-hoskins-treemapping-phase-v-open-to-general-volunteers/
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SUMMARY:Twilight Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \nCome join us for an evening tree walk in collaboration with TreesCharlotte and Daniel Stowe Conservancy\, guided by TreesCharlotte’s Urban Forest Educator and Stowe’s staff as we explore the beautiful hiking trails just before sunset. During this immersive experience\, you’ll learn about native trees\, their unique characteristics\, and the relationships they share with local wildlife and the surrounding ecosystem. Along the way\, we’ll cover tree identification\, how to recognize signs of tree health or stress\, and share insights on sustainable tree care practices. Whether you’re new to tree ID or a seasoned nature lover\, this walk is a great opportunity to ask questions\, discover something new\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the trees around us. \nThe event is from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm \nTree Walk will begin at The Trailhead Store at Daniel Stowe Conservancy. We encourage you to plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow time to find parking as the event will start promptly at 7:00 pm.  We will have a table to check in. \nComfortable attire and walking shoes are a must. Please plan to expect a brisk walk through the trail!  \n\nTrail Surfaces: crushed concrete (gravel) and natural surface (dirt with roots present). Strollers are not recommended on this walk. \nPlease note that this nature walk will be hosted on the public hiking trails at the Daniel Stowe Conservancy. This event does not include admission to the gardens.\n\n*A minimum of 8 people are required for the event to occur. Registered attendees will receive at least 24 hours’ notice if the event must be canceled due to low attendance. \n 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/twilight-nature-walk/
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SUMMARY:Between Two Oaks: Trees in Art with Mary Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Between Two Oaks\nVIRTUAL SUMMER SPEAKING SERIES \n \nCalling all tree nerds and nature enthusiasts! Join Urban Forest Educator and Arborist\, Heather Brent\, along with an exciting lineup of local experts\, for TreesCharlotte’s new virtual summer speaker series\, Between Two Oaks. Each session dives into a unique tree-inspired topic\, blending science\, art\, history\, and ecology while exploring fresh perspectives on Charlotte’s urban forest and beyond.  \nThis summer’s lineup includes: \n\nTuesday\, June 2\, 2026 – Trees in Art with Mary Stewart\nThursday\, July 9\, 2026 – Do Trees Have Agency? with Dr. Jason Newton\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026 – Keystone Trees and Soft Landings with Linda Nelson \n\nEvery event kicks off with an introduction from Heather Brent\, followed by a presentation from the featured guest speaker\, and a live audience Q&A. Registered participants will receive a virtual access link within 24 hours of each event. Whether you’re a lifelong arbor enthusiast or just tree-curious\, this series promises thoughtful conversations\, surprising insights\, and a deeper appreciation for the roots of our urban landscape. \n \nTonight’s Special Guest: Mary Stewart \nDiscussion Topic: Discover the enduring influence of trees in art during this virtual discussion led by retired art professor Mary Stewart. Through examples ranging from Mondrian’s art evolution and John Grade’s immersive large-scale sculptures to innovative architectural uses of natural materials and forces\, participants will explore how artists across time have drawn inspiration from the beauty\, symbolism\, and structure of trees. \nBio: Professor Emerita Mary Stewart is an artist\, author\, and educator. Her artwork has been shown in over 95 exhibitions nationally and internationally and in the 1980’s she received two Pennsylvania Council on the Arts grants for collaborative choreography. She has completed many artist’s residencies at sites such as Virginia Center for the Creative Arts\, Jentel Foundation\, Arte Studio Ginestrelle (Italy) and Centrum Franz Masereel (Belgium). She is a co-founder of Integrative Teaching International (https://www.integrativeteaching.org/) and the founding editor of its main publication\, Future Forward. Her major textbooks are Launching the Imagination: A Comprehensive Guide to Basic Design\, Creative Inquiry: From Ideation to Implementation and Being\, Thinking\, Doing: Student Success in College and Beyond. \nProfessor Stewart received a Southeastern College Art Association Excellence in Teaching Award in 2010\, the FATE (Foundations in Art: Theory and Education) Master Educator award in 2009 and the National Council of Arts Administrators Award of Distinction in 2008.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/between-two-oaks-trees-in-art-with-mary-stewart/
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SUMMARY:Rooted & Reading Book Club Social: "The Overstory"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed book club social celebrating nature\, trees\, and the environment 🌿 We’ll gather to discuss eco-inspired reads\, share ideas about conservation and community action\, and enjoy good conversation in a welcoming\, laid-back setting. Whether you’re a seasoned environmentalist or just curious about greener living\, come connect with fellow readers who care about the natural world.  \nApril – June 2026: Read The Overstory by Richard Powers \nSocial Date: June 25th\, 6pm at Petty Thieves Brewing Co. to discuss the book together \nPetty Thieves has a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that guests are welcomed to purchase on their own. Please note that the brewery does not have a kitchen\, but there will be a food truck parked outside for food purchases. \nFind out more details about our Rooted & Reading Book Club here!  \n 
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/rooted-reading-book-club-social-the-overstory/
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SUMMARY:Between Two Oaks: Do Trees Have Agency? with Dr. Jason Newton
DESCRIPTION:Between Two Oaks\nVIRTUAL SUMMER SPEAKING SERIES \n \nCalling all tree nerds and nature enthusiasts! Join Urban Forest Educator and Arborist\, Heather Brent\, along with an exciting lineup of local experts\, for TreesCharlotte’s new virtual summer speaker series\, Between Two Oaks. Each session dives into a unique tree-inspired topic\, blending science\, art\, history\, and ecology while exploring fresh perspectives on Charlotte’s urban forest and beyond.  \nThis summer’s lineup includes: \n\nTuesday\, June 2\, 2026 – Trees in Art with Mary Stewart\nThursday\, July 9\, 2026 – Do Trees Have Agency? with Dr. Jason Newton\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026 – Keystone Trees and Soft Landings with Linda Nelson \n\nEvery event kicks off with an introduction from Heather Brent\, followed by a presentation from the featured guest speaker\, and a live audience Q&A. Registered participants will receive a virtual access link within 24 hours of each event. Whether you’re a lifelong arbor enthusiast or just tree-curious\, this series promises thoughtful conversations\, surprising insights\, and a deeper appreciation for the roots of our urban landscape. \n \nTonight’s Special Guest: Dr. Jason Newton \nDiscussion Topic: Have trees changed the course of history? How do historians give forests and trees agency in the stories they tell about the past? Dr. Newton will provide a brief introduction to the field of “environmental history” and explain how some historians center non-human nature in the narratives they construct. \nBio: Dr. Jason Newton is a historian and educator whose work focuses on the intersections of capitalism\, labor\, and environmental history in the United States. He currently serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of History at UNC Charlotte\, where he teaches courses on capitalism studies\, labor history\, technology\, and the environment. Newton is the author of Cutover Capitalism: The Industrialization of the Northern Forest\, 1850–1950\, a book that examines how industrialization transformed both workers and natural landscapes in the American Northeast and was a finalist for the 2025 George Perkins Marsh Prize in environmental history. His research often explores how labor\, ecology\, class\, and ideas of masculinity shaped industrial society in rural America. Through his scholarship and teaching\, Newton combines environmental history with social and economic analysis to better understand the development of modern capitalism.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/between-two-oaks-do-trees-have-agency-with-dr-jason-newton/
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SUMMARY:Between Two Oaks: Keystone Trees and Soft Landings with Linda Nelson
DESCRIPTION:Between Two Oaks\nVIRTUAL SUMMER SPEAKING SERIES \n \nCalling all tree nerds and nature enthusiasts! Join Urban Forest Educator and Arborist\, Heather Brent\, along with an exciting lineup of local experts\, for TreesCharlotte’s new virtual summer speaker series\, Between Two Oaks. Each session dives into a unique tree-inspired topic\, blending science\, art\, history\, and ecology while exploring fresh perspectives on Charlotte’s urban forest and beyond.  \nThis summer’s lineup includes: \n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 2\, 2026 – Trees in Art with Mary Stewart\nThursday\, July 9\, 2026 – Do Trees Have Agency? with Dr. Jason Newton\nTuesday\, August 4\, 2026 – Keystone Trees and Soft Landings with Linda Nelson \n\n\n\nEvery event kicks off with an introduction from Heather Brent\, followed by a presentation from the featured guest speaker\, and a live audience Q&A. Registered participants will receive a virtual access link within 24 hours of each event. Whether you’re a lifelong arbor enthusiast or just tree-curious\, this series promises thoughtful conversations\, surprising insights\, and a deeper appreciation for the roots of our urban landscape. \n \nTonight’s Special Guest: Linda Nelson \nDiscussion Topic: Everyone talks about planting pollinator gardens\, but the real magic starts up in the trees. In this one‑hour presentation\, you’ll discover how keystone trees fuel entire ecosystems and how soft landings turn ordinary yards into life-supporting landscapes. \nBio: Linda Nelson is an environmental advocate dedicated to promoting native plants\, sustainable landscaping\, and ecological education throughout the Charlotte region. As the founder and president of the Wild Ones Charlotte Piedmont Chapter\, she has helped grow a community movement that encourages the use of native plants in the landscape to support pollinators\, wildlife habitats\, and biodiversity. Through this role\, Linda has led educational programs\, workshops\, and public outreach initiatives across the North Carolina Piedmont\, collaborating with gardening groups\, conservation organizations\, and local educators to expand awareness and inspire action. She is certified in Native Plant Studies from the UNCC Botanical Gardens and is a Certified Pollinator Steward from the Pollinator Partnership. \nLinda owns Bee Good Garden Design\, LLC\, a landscape design business rooted in the same ecological principles she champions through her volunteer work. Her design approach emphasizes native gardening\, pollinator support\, wildlife habitat creation\, and environmentally responsible landscaping practices. Through both her leadership and professional work\, Linda continues to advance native plant awareness and grassroots environmental stewardship\, helping homeowners and communities create landscapes that are not only beautiful but ecologically meaningful.
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/between-two-oaks-keystone-trees-and-soft-landings-with-linda-nelson/
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SUMMARY:TreeMaster & TreeKeeper Classroom Training Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe will be hosting our TreeMaster and TreeKeeper classroom course on the evening of Thursday\, September 17th. Anyone is welcome to join in if they are interested in becoming one of our amazing lead volunteers. TreeMaster class 5:30 pm-6:30 pm and TreeKeeper class 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. \nFor any TreeMasters who would like to train as a TreeKeeper\, we invite you to join us from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (directly following the TreeMaster training) for the TreeKeeper classroom training session. \nA 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 at our planting events and TreeAdoptions throughout Charlotte.  They help with event setup\, tree and mulch placement\, volunteer engagement\, and event breakdown. \nTreeKeepers join us on at our TreeCare events to help steward previously planted trees by providing pruning\, mulching\, stake removal\, and other general tree care. TreeKeepers may come to an event with volunteers or they may join our arborist on a site visit to conduct light pruning.  \nHow do I become a TreeMaster or TreeKeeper? \nAnybody interested should attend this workshop\, featuring the history of TreesCharlotte\, our planting practices\, and a Q&A.  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. The tree planting and care season in Charlotte runs from October to early April.  \nTreeMaster Training Planting \nFollowing the training\, graduates will be provided an opportunity to get hands-on experience with tree planting on the morning of Saturday\, September 19th\, at Realta HOA. This add-on training session is not required but strongly encouraged. For those who cannot make this planting\, we will have you pair up with a seasoned TreeMaster during your first planting with us to receive additional field training. \nTreeKeeper Field Training \nTreeKeeper classroom graduates will be provided with an opportunity to get hands-on experience with a tree care event on the morning of Friday\, September 18th\, at Long Creek Greenway – Oak Hill. This add-on training session is not required but strongly encouraged. For those who cannot make this tree care field training event\, we will have you pair up with a seasoned TreeKeeper during your first tree care event with us to receive additional training.  \nWhat is the time commitment? \nTreeMasters and TreeKeepers are asked to commit to volunteer at a minimum of 3 regularly scheduled tree planting/adoption events annually (each about 5 hours).
URL:https://treescharlotte.org/event/treemaster-treekeeper-classroom-training-fall-2026/
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