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SUMMARY:History Written In Stone Tours
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a family activity the week of Thanksgiving?  \nSign the whole family up for a cemetery Tour!  \n \nLearn about our permanent residents\, Raleigh history as well as cemetery art and symbolism. Tours are designed to appeal to all ages and ability levels\, if your group needs special accommodations\, please call the cemetery office. Follow link in the description to sign up.   \n11am and 2pm  \n  \nWednesday 23rd   \nFriday 25th   \nSaturday 26th   \n  \nFor questions\, please contact Brianna McCormick 919-832-6077  \nSuggested donation of $10 per person at the gate 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/history-written-in-stone-tours/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T110000
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead \n  \nOakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 9am in the cemetery office to discuss our most recent book\, bring your coffee and a curious mind. \nThis group is free and open to all.  Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation. \n  \nHave a book suggestion? \nWe are currently working on our 2023 book list and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries and monumental art. \nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, question or concerns. \n  \nOur upcoming titles for 2022 are: \nAugust– A Tomb with a View: The Stories and Glories of Graveyards\, Peter Ross \nSeptember– Fresh Water for Flowers\, Valerie Perrin \nOctober– Her Fearful Symmetry\, Audrey Niffenegger \nNovember– The Speaking Stone: Stories Cemeteries Tell\, Michael Griffith \nDecember– We all Know How This Ends\, Anna Lyons and Louise Winter \nDidn’t read the book this month? Don’t let that stop you from getting in on the conversation!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-4/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T110000
DTSTAMP:20220726T160852Z
CREATED:20220726T160852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T160852Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Oakwood Cemetery is truly a cemetery full of life\, we maintain an active arboretum\, critical urban wildlife habitat\, as well as curated habitats for migratory and endangered species.\nJoin Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a morning of citizen science. The cemetery uses iNaturalist\, a free app available on all platforms to collect and record observations. We will walk together through the cemetery observing and recording what we see.\nWhat to expect:\n-Basic introduction to the I-naturalist app for those who need it\n-A low impact stroll through the cemetery\, our route will be subject to change and can easily be fit to suit visitors of all ages and abilities.\n-the opportunity to observe birds\, insects\, plants and animals in our unique urban wildlife habitat.\n-Engaging discussion catered to participants and drawn from curriculum designed to engage visitors of all ages.\nAbout the I-Naturalist App:\nFounded in 2008 as part of a graduate school project\, the iNaturalist community now has over 750\,000 participants around the world and is a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. The main goal of iNaturalist is to connect people to nature\, in addition to contributing useful global biodiversity data to support science. The opportunities for educators using iNaturalist are unlimited—student questions can drive explorations in nature\, create community-engaged projects\, analyze historical data\, and much more\nOakwood Cemetery contributes to this global resource by documenting flora and fauna on our grounds. By recording all species present\, weather invasive or indigenous we are able helping to build a greater understanding of global\, national and local populations.\nWant to contribute to this global citizen science project but can’t attend our program?\n-Simply: Download the iNaturalist app on any mobile device\n-Photograph plants\, animals and insects wherever you are\, home\, work or your local park.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/citizen-science-thursday-5/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T141401Z
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting Meetup \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-meetup-18/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T120000
DTSTAMP:20221027T141814Z
CREATED:20220801T192834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T141814Z
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SUMMARY:Oakwood Cemetery Roads CLOSED AM Day of the Dead 5k
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever wanted to run a 5k through our grounds\,  be sure to sign up for the Day of the Dead 5k\, benefitting the Brentwood Boys and Girls Club- https://dayofthedeadrun.com/ \nOur grounds will be closed from 9am-12 noon while the runners (of all ages) run from down town Raleigh and through the Cemetery.  Once the last runner exits\, we will open our gates. \nWe do not schedule funerals for the morning of the run.  If you would like to visit your loved ones during the time the gates are closed to vehicular traffic and are unable to walk in to visit\, staff will have golf carts to take you to their grave. \nJoin us for the 10th anniversary of this great run for charity! \nWe are always looking for volunteers to help us at water stations and to direct the runners.  If you’d like to volunteer be sure to contact Robin at robin@historicoakwood.com \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/day-of-the-dead-5k-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20220726T160001Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead \n  \nOakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 9am in the cemetery office to discuss our most recent book\, bring your coffee and a curious mind. \nThis group is free and open to all.  Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation. \n  \nHave a book suggestion? \nWe are currently working on our 2023 book list and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries and monumental art. \nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, question or concerns. \nSign up:  Sign up for Book Club \nOur upcoming titles for 2022 are: \nAugust– A Tomb with a View: The Stories and Glories of Graveyards\, Peter Ross \nSeptember– Fresh Water for Flowers\, Valerie Perrin \nOctober– Her Fearful Symmetry\, Audrey Niffenegger \nNovember– The Speaking Stone: Stories Cemeteries Tell\, Michael Griffith \nDecember– We all Know How This Ends\, Anna Lyons and Louise Winter \nDidn’t read the book this month? Don’t let that stop you from getting in on the conversation!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T110000
DTSTAMP:20220708T185346Z
CREATED:20220708T185346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T185346Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Oakwood Cemetery is truly a cemetery full of life\, we maintain an active arboretum\, critical urban wildlife habitat\, as well as curated habitats for migratory and endangered species.\nJoin Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a morning of citizen science. The cemetery uses iNaturalist\, a free app available on all platforms to collect and record observations. We will walk together through the cemetery observing and recording what we see.\nWhat to expect:\n-Basic introduction to the I-naturalist app for those who need it\n-A low impact stroll through the cemetery\, our route will be subject to change and can easily be fit to suit visitors of all ages and abilities.\n-the opportunity to observe birds\, insects\, plants and animals in our unique urban wildlife habitat.\n-Engaging discussion catered to participants and drawn from curriculum designed to engage visitors of all ages.\nAbout the I-Naturalist App:\nFounded in 2008 as part of a graduate school project\, the iNaturalist community now has over 750\,000 participants around the world and is a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. The main goal of iNaturalist is to connect people to nature\, in addition to contributing useful global biodiversity data to support science. The opportunities for educators using iNaturalist are unlimited—student questions can drive explorations in nature\, create community-engaged projects\, analyze historical data\, and much more\nOakwood Cemetery contributes to this global resource by documenting flora and fauna on our grounds. By recording all species present\, weather invasive or indigenous we are able helping to build a greater understanding of global\, national and local populations.\nWant to contribute to this global citizen science project but can’t attend our program?\n-Simply: Download the iNaturalist app on any mobile device\n-Photograph plants\, animals and insects wherever you are\, home\, work or your local park. \nSee less
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/citizen-science-thursday-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T120000
DTSTAMP:20221003T163207Z
CREATED:20220914T211640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T163207Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED -Life Lessons Through Impermanent Art
DESCRIPTION:If you love walking through Oakwood Cemetery and enjoy the sights and sounds that surround you\, this event is for you!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nYou are invited to participate in a workshop led by our Photographer-in-Residence\, Michael Palko. Whether you call these creations foraged art\, nature mandalas\, morning altars\, or Earth art\, Michael\, inspired by Day Schildkret\, author of Morning Altars\, will share what he’s learned about finding beauty\, change and letting go through this practice. \n  \nOver the course of the session\, you’ll: \n  \n· learn the steps involved \n  \n· create your own piece \n  \n· share in a meaningful\, mindful\, creative experience \n  \nDuration: 3 hours Cost: $10 / person Requirements: a basket / bucket to collect materials \n\nRain date is October 15. \n\nTo register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-lessons-through-impermanent-art-tickets-419899168717
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/life-lessons-through-impermanent-art-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T200000
DTSTAMP:20220705T163355Z
CREATED:20220705T163355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T163355Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Oakwood Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our First Friday Tours!   Sign up and join us at 6:30 to go on a guided tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.  The sun will begin to lower– and Oakwood comes alive with it’s history! \nSuggested donation: $10 per person \nRegistration required. \nPlease wear closed toed walking shoes and bring a bottle of water! \nThis is not a scary tour– but an educational one.  Not appropriate for children. \nThis is our last First Friday tour of the season!  Don’t miss it!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-oakwood-cemetery-tour-4/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T140959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
UID:2329-1665046800-1665046800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting Meetup \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-meetup-14/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T153000
DTSTAMP:20220705T163054Z
CREATED:20220705T163054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T163054Z
UID:2368-1664719200-1664724600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Burning Coal Theatre @ Oakwood Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Every fall\, Burning Coal Theatre presents a series of short plays from Raleigh and Triangle playwrights as outdoor theatre.  These performances are fundraisers for Burning Coal Theatre.  \nTickets are available through Burning Coal Theatre: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/ \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/burning-coal-theatre-oakwood-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T200000
DTSTAMP:20220705T162950Z
CREATED:20220705T162950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T162950Z
UID:2366-1664649000-1664654400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Burning Coal Theatre @ Oakwood Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Every fall\, Burning Coal Theatre presents a series of short plays from Raleigh and Triangle playwrights as outdoor theatre.  These performances are fundraisers for Burning Coal Theatre.  \n  \nTickets are available through Burning Coal Theatre: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/ \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/burning-coal-theatre-oakwood-cemetery/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T200000
DTSTAMP:20220705T162021Z
CREATED:20220705T162021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T162021Z
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SUMMARY:Burning Coal Theatre at Oakwood Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Every fall\, Burning Coal Theatre presents a series of short plays from Raleigh and Triangle playwrights as outdoor theatre.  These performances are fundraisers for Burning Coal Theatre.  \nTickets are available through Burning Coal Theatre: https://burningcoal.org/oakwood-and-history-plays/ \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/burning-coal-theatre-at-oakwood-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTSTAMP:20260408T185808Z
CREATED:20220930T155848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185808Z
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SUMMARY:Office Closes at 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Out of an abundance of caution\, the cemetery gates and office will close at 1pm today\, in light of Hurricane Ian. \n  \nStay safe!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/office-closes-at-1pm/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Closings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20220726T155800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191705Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead \n  \nOakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 9am in the cemetery office to discuss our most recent book\, bring your coffee and a curious mind. \nThis group is free and open to all.  Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation. \n  \nHave a book suggestion? \nWe are currently working on our 2023 book list and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries and monumental art. \nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, question or concerns. \nTo sign up\, visit:  Sign up for Book Club \nOur upcoming titles for 2022 are: \nAugust– A Tomb with a View: The Stories and Glories of Graveyards\, Peter Ross \nSeptember– Fresh Water for Flowers\, Valerie Perrin \nOctober– Her Fearful Symmetry\, Audrey Niffenegger \nNovember– The Speaking Stone: Stories Cemeteries Tell\, Michael Griffith \nDecember– We all Know How This Ends\, Anna Lyons and Louise Winter \nDidn’t read the book this month? Don’t let that stop you from getting in on the conversation!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T110000
DTSTAMP:20220708T185205Z
CREATED:20220708T185205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T185205Z
UID:2378-1662627600-1662634800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Citizen Science Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Oakwood Cemetery is truly a cemetery full of life\, we maintain an active arboretum\, critical urban wildlife habitat\, as well as curated habitats for migratory and endangered species.\nJoin Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a morning of citizen science. The cemetery uses iNaturalist\, a free app available on all platforms to collect and record observations. We will walk together through the cemetery observing and recording what we see.\nWhat to expect:\n-Basic introduction to the I-naturalist app for those who need it\n-A low impact stroll through the cemetery\, our route will be subject to change and can easily be fit to suit visitors of all ages and abilities.\n-the opportunity to observe birds\, insects\, plants and animals in our unique urban wildlife habitat.\n-Engaging discussion catered to participants and drawn from curriculum designed to engage visitors of all ages.\nAbout the I-Naturalist App:\nFounded in 2008 as part of a graduate school project\, the iNaturalist community now has over 750\,000 participants around the world and is a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. The main goal of iNaturalist is to connect people to nature\, in addition to contributing useful global biodiversity data to support science. The opportunities for educators using iNaturalist are unlimited—student questions can drive explorations in nature\, create community-engaged projects\, analyze historical data\, and much more\nOakwood Cemetery contributes to this global resource by documenting flora and fauna on our grounds. By recording all species present\, weather invasive or indigenous we are able helping to build a greater understanding of global\, national and local populations.\nWant to contribute to this global citizen science project but can’t attend our program?\n-Simply: Download the iNaturalist app on any mobile device\n-Photograph plants\, animals and insects wherever you are\, home\, work or your local park. \nSee less
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/citizen-science-thursday-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220902T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220902T200000
DTSTAMP:20220705T161550Z
CREATED:20220705T161550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T161550Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Oakwood Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our First Friday Tours!   Sign up and join us at 6:30 to go on a guided tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.  The sun will begin to lower– and Oakwood comes alive with it’s history! \nSuggested donation: $10 per person \nRegistration required. \nPlease wear closed toed walking shoes and bring a bottle of water! \nThis is not a scary tour– but an educational one.  Not appropriate for children. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-oakwood-cemetery-tour-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T140522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting Meetup \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-meetup-9/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20220726T155423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191705Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood \nA club for the living to discuss the dead \n  \nOakwood Read in Peace book club meets on the third Thursday of each month. Join us at 9am in the cemetery office to discuss our most recent book\, bring your coffee and a curious mind. \nThis group is free and open to all.  Didn’t read the book? No worries\, stop by and enjoy the conversation. \nSee the photo for August’s Book Club selection! \n \nHave a book suggestion? \nWe are currently working on our 2023 book list and would love to hear your recommendations. We are particularly interested in your favorite books related to local history\, the death industry\, cemeteries and monumental art. \nPlease email Program Coordinator Brianna McCormick with any suggestions\, question or concerns. \nOur upcoming titles for 2022 are: \nAugust– A Tomb with a View: The Stories and Glories of Graveyards\, Peter Ross \nSeptember– Fresh Water for Flowers\, Valerie Perrin \nOctober– Her Fearful Symmetry\, Audrey Niffenegger \nNovember– The Speaking Stone: Stories Cemeteries Tell\, Michael Griffith \nDecember– We all Know How This Ends\, Anna Lyons and Louise Winter \nDidn’t read the book this month? Don’t let that stop you from getting in on the conversation! \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-book-club/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T110000
DTSTAMP:20220708T185042Z
CREATED:20220708T185042Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Science Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Oakwood Cemetery is truly a cemetery full of life\, we maintain an active arboretum\, critical urban wildlife habitat\, as well as curated habitats for migratory and endangered species.\nJoin Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a morning of citizen science. The cemetery uses iNaturalist\, a free app available on all platforms to collect and record observations. We will walk together through the cemetery observing and recording what we see.\nWhat to expect:\n-Basic introduction to the I-naturalist app for those who need it\n-A low impact stroll through the cemetery\, our route will be subject to change and can easily be fit to suit visitors of all ages and abilities.\n-the opportunity to observe birds\, insects\, plants and animals in our unique urban wildlife habitat.\n-Engaging discussion catered to participants and drawn from curriculum designed to engage visitors of all ages.\nAbout the I-Naturalist App:\nFounded in 2008 as part of a graduate school project\, the iNaturalist community now has over 750\,000 participants around the world and is a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. The main goal of iNaturalist is to connect people to nature\, in addition to contributing useful global biodiversity data to support science. The opportunities for educators using iNaturalist are unlimited—student questions can drive explorations in nature\, create community-engaged projects\, analyze historical data\, and much more\nOakwood Cemetery contributes to this global resource by documenting flora and fauna on our grounds. By recording all species present\, weather invasive or indigenous we are able helping to build a greater understanding of global\, national and local populations.\nWant to contribute to this global citizen science project but can’t attend our program?\n-Simply: Download the iNaturalist app on any mobile device\n-Photograph plants\, animals and insects wherever you are\, home\, work or your local park.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/citizen-science-thursday/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220805T200000
DTSTAMP:20220623T165034Z
CREATED:20220623T140654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T165034Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Oakwood Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our First Friday Tours!   Sign up and join us at 6:30 to go on a guided tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.  The sun will begin to lower– and Oakwood comes alive with it’s history! \nSuggested donation: $10 per person \nPlease wear closed toed walking shoes and bring a bottle of water! \nThis is not a scary tour– but an educational one.  Not appropriate for children.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-oakwood-cemetery-tour-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T140021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
UID:2311-1659603600-1659603600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting Meetup \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-meetup-5/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T110000
DTSTAMP:20220711T173527Z
CREATED:20220711T173527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T173527Z
UID:2389-1657789200-1657796400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Citizen Science Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Oakwood Cemetery is truly a cemetery full of life\, we maintain an active arboretum\, critical urban wildlife habitat\, as well as curated habitats for migratory and endangered species.\nJoin Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a morning of citizen science. The cemetery uses iNaturalist\, a free app available on all platforms to collect and record observations. We will walk together through the cemetery observing and recording what we see.\nWhat to expect:\n-Basic introduction to the I-naturalist app for those who need it\n-A low impact stroll through the cemetery\, our route will be subject to change and can easily be fit to suit visitors of all ages and abilities.\n-the opportunity to observe birds\, insects\, plants and animals in our unique urban wildlife habitat.\n-Engaging discussion catered to participants and drawn from curriculum designed to engage visitors of all ages.\nAbout the I-Naturalist App:\nFounded in 2008 as part of a graduate school project\, the iNaturalist community now has over 750\,000 participants around the world and is a joint initiative of the California Academy of Sciences and the National Geographic Society. The main goal of iNaturalist is to connect people to nature\, in addition to contributing useful global biodiversity data to support science. The opportunities for educators using iNaturalist are unlimited—student questions can drive explorations in nature\, create community-engaged projects\, analyze historical data\, and much more\nOakwood Cemetery contributes to this global resource by documenting flora and fauna on our grounds. By recording all species present\, weather invasive or indigenous we are able helping to build a greater understanding of global\, national and local populations.\nWant to contribute to this global citizen science project but can’t attend our program?\n-Simply: Download the iNaturalist app on any mobile device\n-Photograph plants\, animals and insects wherever you are\, home\, work or your local park.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/citizen-science-thursday-4/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T135318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
UID:2298-1657184400-1657184400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting Meetup \nJoin Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery. \nThis meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels. \nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water\, a chair or blanket and your favorite art supplies\, be prepared to observe and discuss monumental art\, cemetery flora and fauna\, in addition to our panoramic vistas of the city of Raleigh. \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-meetup/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T200000
DTSTAMP:20220623T140508Z
CREATED:20220623T140508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T140508Z
UID:2244-1656700200-1656705600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:First Friday Oakwood Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our First Friday Tours!   Sign up and join us at 6:30 to go on a guided tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.  The sun will begin to lower– and Oakwood comes alive with it’s history! \nSuggested donation: $10 per person \nPlease wear closed toed walking shoes and bring a bottle of water! \nThis is not a scary tour– but an educational one.  Not appropriate for children. \nAt least 2 tours will be offered on July \, Monument Art & Symbolism and All the Raleigh Names You Don’t Know- But Should!
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-oakwood-cemetery-tour/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T200000
DTSTAMP:20220531T151622Z
CREATED:20220531T151622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T151622Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our FIRST First Friday since 2019!   Sign up and join us at 6:30 to go on a guided tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery.  The sun will begin to lower– and Oakwood comes alive with it’s history! \nSuggested donation: $10 per person \nPlease wear closed toed walking shoes and bring a bottle of water! \nThis is not a scary tour– but an educational one.  Not appropriate for children.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/first-friday-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220530T170000
DTSTAMP:20220524T172114Z
CREATED:20220524T172107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T172114Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Observance
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday May 30 at 4pm for the return of Oakwood Cemetery’s Memorial Day Service at our Field of Honor! We are so excited so bring this tradition back to the Cemetery. \n  \nOur keynote speaker will be Major Robert Tuttle\, Special Operations Command\, Fort Bragg. Music will be provided by 2d Marine Aircraft Wing Band. \n  \nPlease join us! We welcome our entire community to come and honor the men and women who sacrificed for our freedom. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/memorial-day-observance/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220423T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220423T150000
DTSTAMP:20220413T125816Z
CREATED:20220408T125048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T125816Z
UID:2177-1650718800-1650726000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Retirement Reception for "Wink" Batts
DESCRIPTION:Drop in on Saturday\, April 23 between 1 and 3pm to wish our beloved foreman\, Charles “Wink” Batts farewell!  Wink retired in Dec of 2021 and we are now able to fully celebrate his dedication to Oakwood. \nPlease RSVP by 4/15 so we can have an accurate count of guests. \nRSVP to robin@historicoakwood.com \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/retirement-reception-for-wink-batts/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220417T064500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220417T080000
DTSTAMP:20220408T124852Z
CREATED:20220408T124852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T124852Z
UID:2174-1650177900-1650182400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Easter Sunrise Service
DESCRIPTION:Join the Raleigh Moravian Church here at Oakwood Cemetery on Easter Sunday Morning at 6:45 for their first Sunrise Service in 2 years! Simply drive in the front gate\, follow the event signs for parking\, and enjoy this beautiful tradition that we’ve missed so much! \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/easter-sunrise-service-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220326T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220326T153000
DTSTAMP:20220315T162741Z
CREATED:20220315T162741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T162741Z
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SUMMARY:Strong Women = Strong World
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Women’s History Month for a fascinating tour about the lives and deaths of some of the women who rest here at Oakwood Cemetery! \nCemetery Director Robin Simonton will lead this tour\, walking you through the cemetery to learn about inspiring women of yesterday and today. \nTours are free\, $10 donations per person are appreciated to help towards the preservation of the cemetery. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/strong-women-strong-world/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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