Join us for a hike at the Pinnacle Knob trail to learn about and see the American Chestnut mother orchard on the College forest. The Forestry Department has been managing this orchard and collaborating with the American Chestnut Foundation across multiple states to work towards cultivating a blight-resistant tree.The hike will be 4.3 miles round […]

Connect, learn & collaborate with watershed stewards & leaders of all kinds - volunteer to professional, new to experienced - from across KY

Join Berea College ecologist, John Abrams, on a guided hike at Anglin Falls. Sign up is required, please email zagrayk@berea.edu . We will meet at the Forestry Outreach Center (2047 Big Hill Rd. Berea, KY) first, then caravan about 15 minutes to Anglin Falls. Anglin Falls is co-managed with the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves […]

All parents, grandparents, alumni, and supporters of FFA are welcome to attend! Meeting will take place in Clark’s Ag classroom.

Join Amanda Lee Lazorchack of Please Send Word for an afternoon of creating small sweeps! Using colorful hand-dyed fibers, you will learn the foundational techniques to bind hand brooms. We’ll chat about the history of broom making, the significance of the humble object and create a series of small sweeps. This is a great introduction […]

Create a cute and functional fabric vessel to fill with Halloween treats! Participants will choose from Halloween or fall themed fabrics at Old Town Fabric, then stitch up a standing, lined trick or treat bucket. All materials included. Difficulty Level: Intermediate- some experience with a sewing machine needed. Youth Participants: 18+ Additional Information: Please visit […]

A hands-on story time combining reading with cooking. Children read a themed book, help with safe preparation steps, make a simple dish, and record recipes in a food journal. Intended for elementary-age children.

Join the Visitor Center on Friday, October 16th from 5-6pm for a conversation with artist David Cooke. David creates unique hand-turned wooden bowls from fallen trees on the Berea College campus. These works of art are the result of a collaboration with the College’s Urban Forestry team to further their commitment to sustainability. Each bowl […]

Join the Berea College Visitor Center on Friday, October 16th from 5-6pm for a conversation with artist David Cooke. David creates unique, hand-turned wooden bowls from fallen trees on the Berea College campus in partnership with Grounds and Urban Forestry.   This talk will provide an opportunity to experience the bowls up close as David shares […]

Presented by Spotlight Acting SchoolAges: 4–11Directed by Daesha MillerMusic & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez | Book by Jennifer Lee Two Casts — Two WeekendsBlue Cast: October 16–18Purple Cast: October 23–25 Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 6:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm Do you want to build a snowman? Disney’s Frozen KIDS brings Arendelle to […]

Bring a blanket & a chair for a free cozy movie night under the stars. Free kettle corn while supplies last, movie starts around 7:15!

Come join us at the Berea Arts Council for the book launch of These Dreaming Hills! Edited by Noah Ashley Blooms and published by Appalachian Book Company, this new anthology of speculative fiction celebrates Appalachian landscapes, folklore, and the strange spaces between the ordinary and extraordinary. We hope to see you there! 444 Chestnut St., […]

Berea Earth Warriors Concert Series Bringing environmental awareness to the community through art

Come Join Southern Jeep Mafia to Help Raise Funds for Cancer Awareness. All Funds Raised will be Donated to Cancer Awareness to Help those Fighting. We can Make a Difference so Join us for a Great Cause. Entry Fee is $20 per Jeep this will be a Day of Fun with Scenic Ride.. We Look […]

Under the shade of our trees, generations of students have studied, socialized, and grown their careers. Join us for a 45-minute walk to see some of Berea College’s exemplary trees, and learn how we manage and value our urban tree canopy! No registration required. Meet at the Berea College Visitor Center.

A healthy urban tree canopy begins with people. Some cities have thriving canopies, while other cities struggle. Join the Berea College Urban Forestry team for a discussion on policies and practices that promote tree health, how you can advocate for trees, and what you can plant/do as an individual!

Learn about the amazing world of spiders. Make your own spider and craft a web it can call home. Though scary to many, spiders are an essential part of our ecosystem, helping to support food webs and control insect (like mosquito!) populations. Geared towards elementary ages but all welcome.

Come join us at the Forestry Outreach to do Cyanotypes! Cyanotypes are a photographic printing process using the sun’s light to create a negative image. Great for all ages. Cyanotype chemical & paper provided. If you’d like to print on something other than watercolor paper, please bring materials like linen or cotton and plan to […]

October 20th - Casey County Explorers travel to Berea Forest gathering at The Berea College Forestry Outreach Nature Center, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, KY at 9:00 am. Casey County Crew departs from the Liberty First Christian Church parking lot at 7:30 for those interested in carpooling. There are many options for all levels and […]

Game Starts at 7:00 PMRoland Wierwille Court in Seabury Center Free Admission

Game Starts at 7:00 PM Berea College Soccer Field Free Admission

Email Wendy at warrenw@berea.edu to sign up. We will meet at the bridge in Brushy Fork. Directions here: https://forestryoutreach.berea.edu/trails/brushy-fork/ We live in an age where stressors are all around us–and hope sometimes seems hard to come by. Research is increasingly describing what our bodies need: time together in the natural world we are a part […]

A preschool-focused early-learning community activity presented with local family-resource and 4-H partners. The source provides limited additional program detail.

Craft your own glass pumpkin in a fun, hands-on session with the pros! Create your own handblown glass pumpkin, choosing colors to make your piece uniquely yours. The workshop begins with a brief studio orientation before participants take turns working one-on-one with the instructor to shape and create their pumpkin. Between turns, participants can watch […]

Learn to create a useful fabric basket! Handy for stashing everything from candy to tissues, learn how to stitch up a fabric basket. Participants will choose from a variety of fabrics at Old Town Fabric, then stitch up their own unique fabric basket. All materials included. Difficulty Level: Intermediate- some experience with a sewing machine […]