Painters is proud to be part of the Trails & Trains Festival! (Check out the rest of the awesome schedule of events below.)
Join co-owner of Painters Greenhouse Dana Owen as she discusses why planting for pollinators not only makes for a beautiful yard, but directly benefits you as well as the community and environment as a whole. She will provide guidelines on how to create an economical and beautiful low-maintenance pollinator garden, review some favorite pollinator plants for our area, and provide handouts and seeds to get you started!
Why Plant a Pollinator Garden?
- You need to fill a large space economically
- You want a pretty yard but have minimal time
- You want less mosquitos and ticks in your yard
- You love butterflies and hummingbirds
- You love birds (more pollinator plants = more food for birds!)
- You have kids (so many opportunities for learning & fun!)
- You want to make a difference and don't know where to start
You can plant for pollinators in any space - even a 5x5 space can make a significant difference! Come learn how easy it is!
Free and open to the public, to the left of the Arrowhead Gallery and Studios in downtown Old Fort.
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The festival runs June 5th-7th, and highlights much of the natural beauty and community that makes our valley special:
ART
-Exhibits at the Arrowhead Gallery and NANU Gallery featuring a multitude of talented local artists
-Plein Air Paint-Out at the Mountain Appalachian Inn
-Local artisan offerings at two vendor villages - on the lawn of the Mountain Gateway Museum and at Seeker Coffee
MOVEMENT
-Sunrise yoga hike & Yoga Fest with Old Fort Yoga
-Mountain bike trails & creek dips at The Watershed
-Trail runs ranging from 5k-50k, including beginner friendly and scenic options
-Live music Friday night & Saturday afternoon
-Join the multiple guided hikes & explore new trails
EDUCATION
-Presentation on Resilience and Community by Nat Geo Adventurer of the Year & Appalachian Trail Record Setter Jennifer Davis
-Forest recovery hike with Appalachian Trail Steward’s arborist John Odell
+ Additional presentations by the Foothills Conservancy, Catawba River Keepers, Jennifer Davis & more
FOOD & DRINK
-Whaley Brewery reopens their doors for the first time since Helene--grab a long-anticipated small batch brew + treats from The Thirsty Peanuts
-Enjoy a glass of wine at Euda along with food from Appalachian Chic while listening to a presentation, joining Nature Trivia or watching the Bike Film Fest
-Caffeinate at Seeker Coffee & check out their special matcha creation during the vendor market
See comments for a link to the full schedule!
Also check out other Festivals in Old Fort, Health & Wellness events in Old Fort, Trips & Adventurous Activities in Old Fort.
