Bag Lunch Arts Program

Exploring the Southern Appalachian Grassy Balds presented by Amy Duernberger.  The program will explore the wonder and mystery of southern Appalachian grassy balds including their presence in Native American myths, theories on how balds originated, and representation flora and fauna.  Duernberger will spotlight these “treeless wonders” that have long baffled scientists and enchanted outdoor enthusiasts.  These open spaces, often grassy meadows, are found on or near the summits of mountains that are below the tree line.  She’ll discuss these unique ecosystems and offer a guide to nineteen representative hiking trails in Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. She is a longtime lover of the outdoors and has worked for the National Park Service on the Blue Ridge Parkway and now lives in Hendersonville. She holds a masters degree in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina.

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Our monthly Bag Lunch Arts Series spotlights authors, artists, performers, and speakers sharing their talent and knowledge. Held on the third Tuesday of most months at 12 noon in the Rogow Family Community Room. Patrons are encouraged to bring along a bag lunch to enjoy before the program. Cookies and coffee are courtesy of the Friends of the Library. Programs last approximately one hour.