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BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Highland - ECPv6.8.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://test.highland.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Highland REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T205558 CREATED:20241220T134908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T201300Z UID:11064-1749376800-1749384000@test.highland.org SUMMARY:Green Gathering Book Club: The Hidden Life of Trees DESCRIPTION:Calling all tree huggers\, forest friends\, and book worms! If you are interested in connecting with fellow nature-lovers over a good book\, join us for Highland’s Green Gathering Book Club.\n \n\n\nDid you know that trees communicate within a family structure and support each other as they grow?  Peter Wohlleben’s The Hidden Life of Trees explores new research into how trees share information with each other regarding their surroundings.  Come find out why “a happy forest is a healthy forest” according to the author and how eco-friendly practices can contribute not only to a healthier planet but a happier planet for all. \n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Designed for participants aged 12 and up. Participants will meet at the Highland Museum Shop and walk as a group to our comfy conference room for the book club meeting.\n \n[su_button url=”https://bookeo.com/purchase-tickets?type=41556ETHXXX192682F1E07″ target=”blank” style=”soft” background=”#194789″ size=”8″ center=”yes” text_shadow=”1px 1px 4px #000000″]Registration[/su_button]\nPromptly after the book discussion\, participants who are interested are invited to join Carla for a group hike on the Highland Rustic Trails. This 4 mile hike will take you on the Mountain Trail (red loop) and will include some of the newest sections of trail.  Expect a little bit of elevation gain as we hike the gentle slopes of Highland’s “backyard.” This hike is for moderately experienced hikers. Participants are asked to wear appropriate hiking attire\, including sturdy footwear\, and bring a water bottle\, bug spray\, and sunscreen.  \n\n\nThe Hidden Life of Trees can be purchased through your local bookstore or via Amazon. Want to be extra green? Check out the book from your local library branch! URL:https://test.highland.org/event/green-gathering-book-club-the-hidden-life-of-trees/ LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe's Highland\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.highland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/the-hidden-life-of-trees-e1734632667546.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T205558 CREATED:20250130T185030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T131411Z UID:11163-1749895200-1749916800@test.highland.org SUMMARY:2025 Descendants Day DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, June 14\, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, for Descendants Day at Highland. The Highland Council of Descendant Advisors welcomes all attendees\, whether descendants or not. Plan to take part in the day’s music\, food\, and presentations\, and be ready to learn about the activities of many community groups. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Follow the link below to register: \n[su_button url=”https://forms.gle/Wg4h5SffUpApxsB76″ target=”blank” style=”soft” background=”#194789″ size=”8″ center=”yes” text_shadow=”1px 1px 4px #000000″]Registration[/su_button]\n  \nDescendants Day 2025 Schedule of Events \n10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nCommunity Partnerships\nExhibitor Tent – Explore\, connect\, and learn   \n11:00 a.m.\nOpening Program\nThe Jones Family Singers\nSpotlight on Descendants\nDr. Lisa Armstrong: Family History is American History\n \n12:00 p.m.\nGrace and Invitation to Lunch  \n12:00 – 2:00 p.m.\nLunchtime Programming\nLunch provided for all attendees\nCommunity Partnerships in Exhibitor Tent\nHistoric Highland Exploration\nPublic Archaeology Viewing\nNetworking \n12:30 – 1:30 p.m.\nGenealogy Share and Inspire Stations (in Highland Event Barn)\nwith community members and experts in family history\nfor researchers at all stages of their journey \nBreakout Conversations hosted by:\nElizabeth Drembus\nCalvin Jefferson\nDr. Shelley Murphy\nFrancis W. Scott \n2:00 p.m.\nHistorical Performance \nby Sheila Arnold  \n3:00 p.m.\nMusical Selections\nRonee Martin\nHorace Scruggs  \n3:40 p.m.\nCalling of the Names  \n4:00 p.m.\nClosing Remarks  \n  \n\nFeatured Performer\, Sheila Arnold \nSheila Arnold has a talent for storytelling\, a passion for history\, and compassion for people. She provides Storytelling\, Historic Character Presentations\, Christian Monologues\, and Professional Development for schools\, festivals\, churches\, and organizations nationally and internationally. She is co-founder and Artistic Director of Artists Standing Strong Together (ASST) a source of inspiration\, strength and action in the storytelling and artists world. Sheila has been honored as a 2021 MacDowell Artist Fellow\, a 2020 Mt. Vernon Research Fellow and a 2019 Hewnoaks Artist Colony summer residence Noted Artist. Sheila lives in Hampton\, VA near her son\, grandsons\, and parents. \n  \n\nSpecial thanks to the Mortimer & Ruth Caplin Foundation\, the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society\, Virginia Tent Rental\, and MS Events for supporting Descendants Day at Highland. \n  URL:https://test.highland.org/event/2025-descendants-day/ LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe's Highland\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://test.highland.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Descendants-Day-2025-1-e1749482415430.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T163000 DTSTAMP:20260521T205558 CREATED:20241220T141855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T133912Z UID:11087-1750325400-1750350600@test.highland.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth Special Pricing DESCRIPTION:In honor of Juneteenth\, Highland general admission tickets on June 19th are only $10 per person (kids six and under are free). Follow the link below to purchase tickets: \n[su_button url=”https://bookeo.com/purchase-tickets?type=41556T6EPHK17B7DC09F1B” target=”blank” style=”soft” background=”#194789″ size=”8″ center=”yes” text_shadow=”1px 1px 4px #000000″]Purchase General Admission Tickets[/su_button] URL:https://test.highland.org/event/juneteenth-special-pricing/ LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe's Highland\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.highland.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2019-5-22-House-2-credit-Gene-Runion-1-e1617564418374.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T163000 DTSTAMP:20260521T205558 CREATED:20250214T192901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T192531Z UID:11227-1750584600-1750609800@test.highland.org SUMMARY:Highland Rustic Trails Dog Day DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, June 22\, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\, we invite you and your four legged friends out on the Highland Rustic Trails for a day of doggone good fun! \nThe Highland Rustic Trails are free and open to the public. All dogs must be leashed. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. Please keep our trails clean so everyone can enjoy their experience on the Highland Rustic Trails. \n*Please note that while dogs will be allowed on the Highland Rustic Trails on June 22\, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\, only service animals\, as defined by the ADA\, are permitted in the ticketed museum area. \n[su_button url=”https://highland.org/plan-your-visit/highland-trails/” target=”blank” style=”soft” background=”#194789″ size=”8″ center=”yes” text_shadow=”1px 1px 4px #000000″]Highland Rustic Trails[/su_button] URL:https://test.highland.org/event/highland-rustic-trails-dog-day-22/ LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe's Highland\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.highland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/blaze-scaled-e1712686904534.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T205558 CREATED:20250414T181811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T210740Z UID:11324-1750932000-1750939200@test.highland.org SUMMARY:Shadow & Light Trail Walk DESCRIPTION:***We are sorry that this event is postponed due to the forecast of extreme heat on Thursday\, June 26. A new date will be announced when available.*** \n  \nExplore the contrast of shadows and light on this slow\, intentional morning walk in nature. Highland’s Carla Anderson will lead a contemplative walk on Highland’s Rustic Trails on Thursday\, June 26\, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.\, observing how light transforms the landscape and pausing to journal and sketch pattern and contrast. Through guided prompts\, participants will consider the interplay of darkness and brightness—not just in nature\, but in our own lives. \n\nThe cost of this guided walk is $5 per person. Participants must purchase tickets in advance using the link below. This walk is designed for participants aged 12 and up and is limited to fifteen individuals. Appropriate hiking shoes\, water\, insect repellent\, and sunscreen are a must. Participants are encouraged to bring their own journals. \n\nPlease note that pets are not allowed on the trails except on designated Highland Rustic Trails Dog Days (visit https://highland.org/events/ for upcoming events). Service animals\, as defined by the ADA\, are always permitted. \n[su_button url=”https://bookeo.com/purchase-tickets?type=41556XCKNFT19635846112″ target=”blank” style=”soft” background=”#194789″ size=”8″ center=”yes” text_shadow=”1px 1px 4px #000000″]Purchase Tickets[/su_button] URL:https://test.highland.org/event/shadow-light-trail-walk/ LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe's Highland\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://test.highland.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_1778-reduced.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR