Name: Proper Pruning with Arborist Paul Fletcher
Start: 2026-07-21T10:00:00-04:00
Location: Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum

Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum

Hone your pruning skills with board-certified master arborist Paul Fletcher. Following a 45-year career in arboriculture, Paul now volunteers his time to care for Blithewold’s vast array of shrubs and trees in the living collections, managing their care and promoting improved growth and aesthetics. This small-group, outdoor format allows participants to experience seasonal and species-specific best-pruning practices. Attendees will learn to identify pruning needs and goals while safely making proper cuts with the correct tools. Our goal is to increase your confidence in undertaking small pruning projects on your own landscape.
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Registration is required. Each class is limited to 10 people.

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Meet us in the parking lot.
Contact Maddy&nbsp;603 809-2002 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Maddpitre42@gmail.com" target="_blank">Maddpitre42@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;to sign up
Please note, the library will not be open during this event.

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The Bristol County Chorus will be presenting its Spring concert, entitled Together, in two concerts in June at Holy Angels Church 341 Maple Ave in Barrington on Saturday June 6th
at 7pm and at the First Congregational Church 300High St in Bristol on Sunday June 7th at 3 pm. The concert will include a selection of music with themes of community, solidarity and belonging with a variety of pop, gospel and world music providing a night of entertainment for young and old. Several chorus favorites such as Skyfall, Make Your Own Kind of Music, How Can I Keep from Singing, In a Distance and other contemporary pieces will also be presented. The chorus is conducted by Director of Music Nicholas Rocha. Mr. Rocha enters his eighth year as Director of the ensemble, which he has served in various capacities since 2014. He holds a master’s degree in choral conducting from The Boston Conservatory as well as a B.A. in music from Vassar College.
Tickets can be purchased at George Hale Library in Warren; Paper, Packing and Panache in Bristol and on-line at eventbrite.com. Look for us on facebook.com/bristolcountychorus and our web page, bristolcountychorus.org.

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Ever wonder what that odd-leaved plant is, or that late-blooming tree or shrub? Want to get the inside scoop on rare plants? Join Director of Horticulture Dan Christina on a guided tour of the grounds to learn about some of the more unique specimens collected throughout the landscape’s history. Discover the best fit for your own home garden and bewilder your guests with your horticultural prowess!
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Tour is limited to 20 attendees.&nbsp;Registration is required.

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Join us at the George Hail Free Library for a gathering of artists of all kinds. This cozy night of community will feature an open-mic for musicians, poets, writers, and anyone else compelled to take the stage! 
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The Bristol Art Museum will host a hands-on workshop, Experimental Drawing with artist Pamela Seymour Smith Sharp, on Wed., Jun 10, from 12 to 4 p.m.

This class takes a different approach to working with letterforms. It begins with an introduction to single-stroke-written Roman Capital letters, using the “Ideal Letters” developed by Fr. Edward M. Catich as a point of reference. Fr. Catich was a calligrapher, teacher, and scholar whose study of Roman inscriptions shaped modern understanding of how classical Roman Capital letters were originally written.

Participants will look closely at how the letters are constructed such as the stroke order, proportions, and subtle geometry that give them their balance and clarity. From there, the session moves into more open territory. Rather than focusing on perfect replication, participants will be encouraged to experiment by developing their own alphabets and working through the movement and rhythm of drawing letters by hand. Each person will leave with a finished piece created during the workshop.

“Roman Capitals can look deceptively simple, but they require a trained eye and a steady hand,” Sharp said. “In this class, we start with that structure, then loosen it a bit. The goal isn’t perfection, rather it’s to explore what happens when you really engage with the form.”

Sharp studied with Father Catich in the 1970s and brings a long perspective to the work. She recalls the discipline of those early lessons and how they continue to shape her approach today. That balance between structure and freedom is at the heart of this class.

The workshop is open to visual artists, designers, and anyone interested in letterforms. No prior experience is required. Organizers note that this is not a traditional calligraphy class, but a drawing-based exploration of written forms.

Cost: $55 for members, $65 for non-members

Supplies (participants should bring):
<ul><li>Black bullet-point POSCA acrylic paint marker</li><li>Black 15mm POSCA acrylic paint marker (additional colors welcome)</li><li>11" x 14" pad of 100 lb. Bristol smooth paper</li></ul>

Space is limited.

<a href="https://www.bristolartmuseum.org/store/p486/Experimental_Drawing_with_Pamela_Seymour_Smith_Sharp.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">For more information or to register, visit the Bristol Art Museum website.</a>

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Join Becca Christ, vegetable garden manager, to learn about the planning process for the historic 4,000-square-foot vegetable garden. Becca will share helpful tips, troubleshoot challenges, and offer creative resources to start growing fresh vegetables at home.
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Weekly Knitting Circle with Mt. Hope High School Art Teacher, Lauren Enjeti.
6 sessions $60 (there are no refunds for missed days) Ages 10-110 welcomed!
Geared toward complete beginners but all skill levels are welcomed!
This is for anyone who would like to knit with a group and get some help &amp; instruction with knitting-please join us! Beginners and seasoned knitters welcomed!
Work on your own projects each week or complete a simple project with the help of the instructor over a series of weeks!
Payment due upon registration call 401-253-1611
Space is limited.
Sessions cannot be combined.
We have knitting needles you can borrow prior to purchasing if you'd like. You will need to bring your own yarn.

As of January 1, 2024 all credit card transactions must be completed either in person or over the phone. You will not be able to complete a credit card transaction on our app. You should also be aware that the 3rd party system we are using will be applying a $1.00 plus 2% convenience fee for credit card transactions. We are working to resolve this issue and will notify you of any additional changes. If you are planning to pay for a service or product, be sure to arrive earlier to allow us the time to complete your transaction. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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