This just in from Peter Waskiewicz! -cw
South East Ecological Design [S.E.E.D.] is proud to announce to a grassroots movement that will spread like wildflowers. A series of events that combine the teaching of ecological urban design with service learning opportunities to improve the quality of our lives, inspire cooperation and empower the sustainable future of our city.
The First Event:
September 9-10th, 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m
“Design and Installation of Public Spaces”
A two day introduction to urban Permaculture Design, will be held at the N.C. School of Holistic Herbalism, 1 Westwood Ave. West Asheville N.C. While learning the ethics and principles of Permaculture/Ecological design we will create a master plan for the Westwood/Waynesville intersection and the surrounding business and residences. Elements of the plan include a community health clinic/ resource center and teahouse. The Placement of edible, medicinal and sculpture gardens, benches, bike racks and a neighborhood information kiosk. The Re-design of the parking lot will support a farmers market, barter fair and increase public gathering space. We will also Re-design the street intersection to beautify slow traffic, creatively deal with storm water, and promote safer bicycle and pedestrian usage. The instructors of the event will be Chuck Marsh of Cultures Edge and Earthaven, Peter Waskiewicz of S.E.E.D. and Christopher Mello of gnomon arts. In an effort to make the workshop more accessible it is priced on a sliding scale of $65. to $120. Scholarships will also be available for work trade and interns. Saturday and Sunday starting at 3:30 the event will be free and open to the public beginning with Service projects [installing elements of the new design], then, form strategy committees/ networking tabling by local non profits and businesses. Saturday at 7:00 will be a potluck, community celebration and open mic rant. Sunday at 6:30 will be the first meeting of the W.N.C. Permaculture Designers Guild. We ask that you walk or ride your bike if possible, bring your own table service and lunches. Please leave the dogs at home. Contact: peterwask@hotmail.com
