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May 2018
Poetry Writing in Burlington’s Urban Wilds
From William Wordsworth to Mary Oliver, poets have turned to nature for inspiration, consolation, fascination and delight. We invite you to join your friends and neighbors by taking time out…
Find out more »June 2018
Watercolor Workshop in Burlington’s Urban Wilds with Katherine Monstream
Not long after the glaciers retreated 12,000 years ago, people began to depend on Lake Champlain for life. An amazing natural resource for recreation and inspiration; what better way to…
Find out more »Drawing in Place
Do you feel intimidated by sketching, out of practice, or absolutely in love with the process? No matter your skill level or age, join us for a two-hour introduction to…
Find out more »May 2019
Nature Photography with a Naturalist’s Eye (Art of Observation Series)
Following a brief introduction at the trailhead, where we will review basic camera functions, as well as some tips and techniques used in photographing nature, we will share our backgrounds…
Find out more »June 2019
Branch Out Burlington Tree Walk
Branch Out Burlington! is hosting its yearly Tree Walk again! The first Tree Walk took place in 1999 and Branch Out has done one every year since then. Each walk…
Find out more »Ephemera: Transitory, Environmental Art (Art of Observation Series)
If you’ve ever built a sand castle or a snowman, you’ve engaged in environmental art. Inspired by the materials found along the shore and among the trees, shrubs, and grasses,…
Find out more »ArtOUTside: Plein Air Watercolor, Sketching, & Painting (Art of Observation Series)
After brief introductions, participants in this community Plein Air art gathering will explore the natural environments of Oakledge Park and choose their preferred views/locations. Community artists will be on hand…
Find out more »October 2020
City Hall Park Grand Re-Opening Celebration
CITY HALL PARK OPENING WEEKEND We are thrilled to welcome the community to the newly revived City Hall Park in downtown Burlington! After years of work to restore the park’s…
Find out more »June 2022
Juneteenth
This is an event for all to celebrate Black liberation in the United States. We plan to have a Citywide celebration the weekend of June 19th, with musical performances, art…
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