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SUMMARY:Stroll Through History
DESCRIPTION:Join Oakwood Cemetery the second Thursday of the month for a Stroll Through History \nThis free community event is an informal tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery covering different topics each month. This monthly event is intended to appeal to first time and dedicated visitors alike. \nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours. \nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome. \nWhat to bring:\n– Water\n– Weather appropriate clothing\n– Questions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.org or by phone 919-832-6077.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting\n\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 program is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels.\n\nWe will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day.\nBring 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.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20221209T152418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191705Z
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SUMMARY:Read in Peace Bookclub
DESCRIPTION:Read in Peace Book Club at Historic Oakwood\nA club for the living to discuss the dead \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. \nFirst quarter 2023 \nJanuary- The Phone Booth at the Edge of the World\, Laura Messina \nFebruary- Life and Death in High Places\, Miller and Simonton \nMarch- This Party is Dead\, Erica Buist \nApril- This Republic of Suffering\, Faust \nHave a book suggestion?\nWe are currently working on our summer 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.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/read-in-peace-bookclub/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T100000
DTSTAMP:20221209T144423Z
CREATED:20221208T194211Z
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SUMMARY:Stroll through History
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the second Thursday of the month for \nStroll Through History \n Stroll though history is an informal tour of Historic Oakwood Cemetery covering different topics each month. This monthly event is intended to appeal to first time and dedicated visitors alike. \nAttendees will explore a new section of the cemetery each month. Your guide will share new research as well as old stories not told on our more structured tours. \nStroll through history is a small group tour\, last minute changes to curriculum and route to meet group interests and ability are expected and welcome. \nWhat to bring: \nWater \nWeather appropriate clothing \nQuestions about local history\, the cemetery\, and the death industry. \nIf you have any questions\, concerns or if you would like to schedule a private tour for you and/or your family please contact Brianna McCormick at bri@historicoakwoodcemetery.org or by phone 919-832-6077. \n  \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/stroll-through-history-tour/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20221209T151446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Drawing & Painting
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Drawing and Painting \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.
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/plein-air-drawing-painting/
CATEGORIES:Plein Air,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T130000
DTSTAMP:20220705T143331Z
CREATED:20220705T143204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T143331Z
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SUMMARY:Wreaths Across America
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Cemetery’s Field of Honor for our 10th annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony. \nAfter a meaningful service\, families and volunteers will be invited to place wreaths on the graves of our veterans. \nTo sponsor a wreath for Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, visit here: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/19204/Overview/?relatedId=16689 \n  \n \n 
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/wreaths-across-america-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20220726T162235Z
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. \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-5/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T110000
DTSTAMP:20220726T161042Z
CREATED:20220726T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T161042Z
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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-6/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T090000
DTSTAMP:20221201T150533Z
CREATED:20221201T150533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T150533Z
UID:2744-1670058000-1670144400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Oakwood24
DESCRIPTION:Come and cheer on the runners who will attempt to run 100 miles over 24 hours on the Cemetery roads in support of Healing Transitions. \nOur roads remain open\, but drive carefully as you will be sharing our streets with runners for a great cause. \nTo learn more about the Oakwood24 visit here: https://oakwood24.com/
URL:https://historicoakwoodcemetery.org/event/oakwood24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T141739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
UID:2345-1669885200-1669885200@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-20/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221126T140000
DTSTAMP:20221026T194644Z
CREATED:20221026T194508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T194644Z
UID:2639-1669471200-1669471200@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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-6/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221126T121500
DTSTAMP:20221026T194347Z
CREATED:20221026T194347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T194347Z
UID:2636-1669460400-1669464900@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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-5/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221125T151500
DTSTAMP:20221026T194224Z
CREATED:20221026T194224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T194224Z
UID:2633-1669384800-1669389300@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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-4/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221125T121500
DTSTAMP:20221026T194120Z
CREATED:20221026T194120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T194120Z
UID:2630-1669374000-1669378500@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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-3/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T151500
DTSTAMP:20221026T193646Z
CREATED:20221026T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T193646Z
UID:2627-1669212000-1669216500@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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-2/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221123T121500
DTSTAMP:20221026T193535Z
CREATED:20221026T193535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T193535Z
UID:2623-1669201200-1669205700@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T191705Z
CREATED:20220726T160159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191705Z
UID:2429-1668675600-1668682800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T110000
DTSTAMP:20220726T160852Z
CREATED:20220726T160852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T160852Z
UID:2432-1668070800-1668078000@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-5/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T185850Z
CREATED:20220705T141401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185850Z
UID:2338-1667466000-1667466000@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-18/
LOCATION:Historic Oakwood Cemetery\, 701 Oakwood Ave\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plein Air
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T120000
DTSTAMP:20221027T141814Z
CREATED:20220801T192834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T141814Z
UID:2443-1667034000-1667044800@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T191705Z
UID:2427-1666256400-1666263600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
UID:2382-1665651600-1665658800@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-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
UID:2580-1665219600-1665230400@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
UID:2370-1665167400-1665172800@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 \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
UID:2364-1664562600-1664568000@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
UID:2589-1664496000-1664582399@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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
UID:2424-1663232400-1663239600@historicoakwoodcemetery.org
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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