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Apr
20
Sat
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
Apr 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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May
3
Fri
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
May 3 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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May
4
Sat
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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May
10
Fri
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
May 10 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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May
12
Sun
Spring Foraging & Outdoor Cooking with Northwest Natura @ Maple Falls
May 12 @ 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Spring Foraging & Outdoor Cooking with Northwest Natura @ Maple Falls

Join Naturalist, Jazmen Yoder on a day of foraging out in the woods. This course will take place on private and public property approximately 2 miles from of Maple Falls. Location is subject to change based on seasonal anomalies such as delayed sprouting.

This is a great event to be out in nature on Mothers Day!

We will be foraging nettles and other edible or medicinal plants, in addition to any edible mushrooms we may find. For each species, expect short discourse on it’s edibility or medicinal properties, how to prepare it for medicine or food, and information on its ecology.

Expect moderate walking/hiking with frequent stops, self-led exploration, and a lesson in ethical foraging on public lands.

The last half of the class, we will build a fire and cook together using nettles. I will show you 2 recipes and make suggestions for several others.

This will be a fun outing!

Please register via the website.

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May
16
Thu
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
May 16 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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May
18
Sat
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Charting the World: A Journey through Old and New Maps @ Cordata Gallery

We are pleased to invite you to “Charting the World: A Journey
Through Old and New Maps” with works by Chuck Kitterman,
Hannah L. Rivers, David Syre and a selection of old maps from a
private collection.

“Charting the World” takes you on an enchanting journey through the
evolution of maps, from traditional cartography to modern digital
mapping technologies. It celebrates the rich history and diverse
forms of maps and map-inspired artworks while exploring their
enduring significance in shaping our understanding of the world

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Pine Needle Basketry – A Wildcrafter’s Workshop with Northwest Natura @ Chuckanut Center
May 18 @ 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Pine Needle Basketry - A Wildcrafter's Workshop with Northwest Natura @ Chuckanut Center

In this wildcrafting workshop you will learn how to weave a basket using the coil technique and Ponderosa Pine needles.

Baskets are thought to be one of the first art forms of ancient peoples, with basket fragments found in California and the Southwest dating to 9400 years, and coiled baskets from the earliest sites in Egypt dating to 7,000 years. The coil technique requires patience and attention to detail before it becomes a relaxing, repetitive stitching pattern. It is a skill that is more easily learned with a little guidance.

Dabblers, beginners, intermediate, and advanced weavers will enjoy this creative, social gathering.

In this course you will learn:

ID and Ecology features of Pinus spp. (various pine tree species).

Foraging techniques and where to harvest pine needles.

How to weave a coiled basket using pine needles.

All materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own too if you wish (e.g., thread, beads, decor, sewing kit).

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