Take a deep dive into the world of wildstyle and graffiti lettering. In collaboration with Artspace NC: Instructor: MCK Join MCK and Artspace for Graffiti 102- Style Basics and deep dive into the world of wildstyle and graffiti lettering. You’ll break down the basics of letter structure and work together with MCK to create your […]
Sunlight and green pastures are chicken soup for the soul... In collaboration with New Beginnings Historic Farm Enjoy the peacefulness that nature brings while hiking around the pastures and forest and where our highland cows reside. We will meet at front of the NB farm house before starting at the very top of our field. As […]
Deep tradition makes for deeper flavor... In collaboration with Broadslab Distillery: Not many families can say that they helped pioneer a state-wide industry, but Jeremy and Shelly Norris have family roots that run all the way to the sunrise of NC moonshine distilling. Generations later, they're still at it! In this experience you'll get to […]
Try something new and get a little crafty! In a search for something to call her own, Laura Gerenser created Adventures in Bloom in the Spring of 2017. Evolving from a mobile craft workshop to a full brick and mortar location, it is now a local handmade gift shop and craft space in the heart […]
Guests will meet at Bearded Bee Brewing Co. (20 E. Campen St., Wendell, NC 27591) and then depart with their treasure map on our Downtown Wendell Treasure Hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize! […]
Centuries of heritage live within the unique spirit of mezcal... In collaboration with Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria: The first Mezcal Bar in the southeast, Gallo Pelón offers an intimate mezcal tasting experience. Their bar is beautiful, exciting, and intimate with a style representing the Colombian heritage of its owner, Angela Salamanca. We welcome you into our […]
There is so much joy to be found in nature's abundance... Come along with Daniel Woody, a leader of the Raleigh-Triangle Wild Food Foragers organization, and an incredibly seasoned forager and gardener. He has been leading foraging excursions all over the triangle area for years and knows all the best ways to safely and accurately […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting what's right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Hand-Picked Nursery: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist. In this workshop you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes her time […]
Sweet strawberries and even sweeter baby goats to brighten your weekend... In collaboration with Sonlight and Arrowhead Farms: This is a family friendly day at the farm featuring strawberries, play spaces, and cute baby critters! Arrowhead Farms will be bringing their mobile Alpine Goat Dairy to the lovely Sonlight farms in order to introduce you to […]
It feels like magic, turning shadows into art with nothing but sunlight, paper, and process... In collaboration with Sweet Peas Urban Gardens: Come discover the art of sun soaked photography. This weekend we’re learning the process of cyanotype photograms with local artist Sarah Ann Austin-Bagley at a small urban farm that is making a big […]
In collaboration with Artspace NC: Instructor: Addie Hirschten Join instructor Addie Hirschten in this mixed media class where you will create a meaningful collage that honors a place near and dear to you. You'll explore the process of creating landscapes using photos, magazine images and decorative papers, then build upon it using paint and […]
"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Malika Barnett, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the […]
What could be better than creativity and cookies? In collaboration with The Cookie People... Did you know that you can crochet pretty much anywhere? It's a great exercise in creativity and mindfulness and all it takes is a single tool and some yarn which need almost no space. To prove that point, we're creating a […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
Poetry like you've never heard it before... In collaboration with CAM Raleigh: Culture At the Mic is a monthly showcase of talented local artists hosted by the Contemporary Art Museum of Downtown Raleigh. Our goal is to create an intimate and powerful environment where the focus is on the artists and creating an open dialogue […]
Enjoy a craft making workshop in a beautiful farm setting... In collaboration with Windridge Farms: Paint a fun scene with Barbara Jean! This workshop will feature instructor Barbara Jean Murray, a local painter with many paint parties under her belt and a slew of fun painting experiences to offer. She has offered painting experiences for […]
Centuries of heritage live within the unique spirit of mezcal... In collaboration with Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria: The first Mezcal Bar in the southeast, Gallo Pelón offers an intimate mezcal tasting experience. Their bar is beautiful, exciting, and intimate with a style representing the Colombian heritage of its owner, Angela Salamanca. We welcome you into our […]
Press the dough, roll the apples, empty the window sill and fill the crust; Crimp, decorate, bake, and cut... In Collaboration with Slice Pie Company: Learn the treasured, from-scratch family process of making artisan apple pies with Raleigh's resident Pie Lady. In this workshop you'll learn how to bake a beautiful apple pie from scratch. […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting what's right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Hand-Picked Nursery: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist. In this workshop you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes her time […]
"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]
It is truly magical what a little heat and carbon can create... In Collaboration with Dreaming Stone Arts and Ecology Center: This workshop is all about the little known but highly valuable process of making Biochar, even in your backyard! Maybe you want a healthier garden, are sick of throwing away landscape waste, would love […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Evan, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the city […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
Fill your life with storied objects and reminders that local goods do local good... In collaboration with Sawdust and Clay Collaborative: Come out to this delightful haven for creatives in Apex, NC to celebrate springtime fun and paint your own ceramic planter. Each planter is hand-thrown and carved by their very own potter, Amy Bishop, […]
