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PAST CALENDAR
September, 2008 - November, 2009
April 2008 - August, 2008
February, 2008 - August, 2008
December, 2007 - January, 2008
December, 2007 - March, 2008
Weekend with Herbalist David Winston
at The Strawbale Studio
May 4-6th, 2007
Kensington Metropark Kids Cottage. Volunteer / Learning opportunities:
May 8 - 30, 2007. Thatching, compressed earth blocks, wattle and daub wall, earthen plasters.
Oxford Kids Cottage.
A Start-to-Finish Kids Cottage at the Strawbale Studio land
June 15 -5 September 15, 2007. Internship & family workshops.
Kids Cottage Afternoon Workshop
Friday, June 29, 2007 1-4 pm
Natural Building Video Evening
Friday June 29, 2007 7–9 pm
Kid's Cottage Afternoon Workshop
Saturday, June 30, 2007 1-4 pm
Natural Building Interships
Activity Details
KENSINGTON METROPARK KID’S COTTAGE
Fall 2006: Earthen Plaster
Winter,2007: Reed Collection (see schedule above)
Spring, 2007: Roof Thatching & Complressed Earth Blocks & Finish Plasters
Volunteers are needed in April and May, 2007 to thatch the roof, make compressed earth blocks, and finish the earthen plasters on the Kensington Metropark "Kid's Cottage", a natural building project. This hybrid structure incorporates solar design, a shallow frost-protected foundation, radiant floor system, strawbale north wall, compressed earth block east and west walls, a timber frame constructed from dead ash trees harvested and milled in the Kensington Metropark, and a thatched roof(reed to be havested in the winter of 2006-7, and thatching to be done this spring).
No skills necessary. Bring your own lunch and water. Wear work clothes and bring gloves for warmth. Volunteers will help sift earth, mix, and apply plasters. It is not hard work, and it is fun to be with others in this beautiful setting.
What to Bring: Water, lunch, hat & gloves (to keep warm), warm work clothes.
Hours and Dates (updated frequently): Wednesday October 25th, Thursday October 26th, Saturday October 28th. Tuesday October 31st, Wednesday November 1st, Thursday November 2nd. 10 am - 4 pm each day. You must call at least 24 hours in advance (and preferably more) to register to volunteer and leave a phone number where you can be contacted if we need to cancel. Call Deanne at home 248 628 1887 and on the cell phone 248 496 4088. (I don't hear my cell phone when I'm home, and I don't hear my home phone when I'm away.)
Directions: Come to the Farm at the north end of the Kensington Metropark located south of Milford, MI (a few miles N of 96 and E of US 23). You will need to buy a day pass, or let them know at the gate that you will be working on the Kid's Cottage and they will likely let you in.
The Peace Pole Playhouse ~ a Kid's Cottage at the Strawbale Studio land.
Location: NE of Oxford, Michigan, one hour north of Detroit on 50 acres of beautiful wooded rural land.
This small (8'x10') "Start-to-Finish" structure will give participants the opportunity to experience all the aspects of a natural building within a relatively short time period. It is being planned for June, July, and August. Individuals or families can come for one, some, or all of the sessions. Children are welcome with adult supervision. Overnight accomodations will be available, with plenty of space outdoors to tent, and some indoor space. We are in the process of giving further definition to this project and welcome your input. Call Deanne 248 628 1887.
Internships in Natural Building.
Located on 50 beautiful wooded and rural acres in SE Michigan, the Strawbale Studio Natural Building Project features a thatched roof, straw bale construction, cob, earthen plasters, natural paints and finishes, solar electricity and cooking. Experience hands-on training while working on the current natural building projects. Take part in most workshops planned during your stay. Indoor lodging or camping plus food provided. A stay of three or more days is preferred. Short-term volunteers help out 7 hours a day. Longer-stay interns work 40 hours/week in exchange for a modest monthly stipend, food and lodging. Year-round. Foraging is taught & encouraged, and gardens are under development for vegetables, permaculture, native plantings. perennial flowers. Assistance with the gardens would also be appreciated. Opportunities nearby: The Upland Hills Ecological Awareness Center ~~ a wind & solar powered, earth-sheltered building with a living roof, Bald Mountain Recreation Area and Seven Ponds Nature Center. Detroit is one hour south.
Call or email for more information: Deanne 248 628 1887 ecoartdb@aol.com
Instructor: Deanne Bednar
248 628 187 ecoartdb@aol.com
PO Box 733, Oxford, MI 48371
Deanne Bednar is co-builder of the Strawbale Studio and other natural structures, and illustrator of three books on natural building including “The Hand-Sculpted House”. She has a Masters in Social Ecology and decades of experience as is an art, sustainability and natural building educator.
Weekend with Herbalist David Winston
at The Strawbale Studio in Southeast Michigan's Oakland County
May 4-6th, 2007
Join herbalist David Winston in a three day exploration into the world of plant medicines at Deanne Bednar's Strawbale Studio in Oxford, MI (just south of Lapeer & north of Lake Orion). David will share his deeply rooted knowledge of herbal virtues and a truly holistic perspective on herbs as both teachers and healers, enlightened by his expertise in Eclectic Western, Traditional Chinese and Cherokee Herbal Medicine. Click here for DETAILS on this program.
Kids Cottage Afternoon Workshop.
Friday, June 29, 2007 1 - 4 pm
Explore natural building at the Kids Cottage located on rural land outside Oxford, Michigan. Take part in the current activities on this start-to-finish project. Families welcome. Children can join in, or build a small earthen model. Includes a tour of the Strawbale Studio, an enchanting thatched-roof structure + information on the Kensington Metropark Kid’s Cottage.
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT.
Registration by June 15: Adults $15, 2 for $20, Children $5.
Registration by June 23: Adults $20, 2 for $30, Children $10.
ecoartdb@aol.com. www.strawbale.pbwiki.com
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Natural Building Video Evening
Friday June 29, 2007 7 – 9 pm
See the video “The Strawbale Solution”, explore the extensive Resource Library, tour the Strawbale Studio & see the Rocket Stove Heated Bench if you haven’t already!
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT,
Registration by June 15: Adults $10, 2 for $15, Children $5.
Registration by June 23: Adults $15, 2 for $20, Children $5.
248 628 1887 ecoartdb@aol.com. www.strawbale.pbwiki.com
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Kids Cottage Afternoon Workshop.
Saturday June 30, 2007 1 - 4 pm
Explore natural building at the Kids Cottage located on rural land outside Oxford, Michigan. Take part in the current activities on this start-to-finish project. Families welcome. Children can join in, or build a small earthen model. Includes a tour of the Strawbale Studio, an enchanting thatched-roof structure + information on the Kensington Metropark Kid’s Cottage.
EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT
Registration by June 15: Adults $15*, 2 for $20*, Children $5*.
Registration by June 23: Adults $20, 2 for $30, Children $10.
(248) 628-1887. www.strawbale.pbwiki.com ecoartdb@aol.com
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Instructor: Deanne Bednar
248 628 187 ecoartdb@aol.com
PO Box 733, Oxford, MI 48371
Deanne Bednar is co-builder of the Strawbale Studio and other natural structures, and illustrator of three books on natural building including “The Hand-Sculpted House”. She has a Masters in Social Ecology and decades of experience as is an art, sustainability and natural building educator.
Activities being planned
Teacher Training:
Global Ecovillage Project: Sculpting Relationships with Nature
Collaboratively create a model of an ecological community that is inspiring, fun, and restorative. How could you integrate renewable energy, organic food production, recycling of wastes, alternative transportation, nature (and more) into an existing or imagined community?Included is a 3 page activity/evalutation sheet, plus an article & notes from the Social Studies Michigan Journal. For age 8 through adult.
http://strawbale.pbwiki.com/Sustainability%20Education
Natural Building and Sustainable Design Curriculum
Tour of the Strawbale Studio, Make Earthen Mix, and Design a Global Ecovillage, (above).
2006 ACTIVITIES
Friday, November 10, 2006 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Three Little Pigs Tour. Strawbale Video & Supper
Curious about natural building and the Strawbale Studio? Come visit this enchanting thatched-roof structure and learn more about the natural building movement. Also find out about the other activities at the Studio: thatching,model-making, natural paints and plastering. Books/art for sale. Includes a vegetarian supper, a video on Strawbale Construction in the US and Mexico, and a chance to see other natural building and sustainability books and resources.
$25 Register & prepay by October 3. $5 “Bring-a-Friend Discount. Register/prepay by November 3. Make checks out to Deanne Bednar and mail to me at PO Box 733, Oxford, MI 48371. 248 628 1887. Call to register and get directions.
Location: The Strawbale Studio 1 hour north of Detroit, on beautiful wooded rural land.
Sunday, November 19, 2006 2 pm - 5 pm
Introduction to Natural Building & Earthen Model-Making
An introduction to natural building includes a tour of the thatched-roof Strawbale Studio and Rocket Stove Heated Bench, a guided meditation on Intuitive Design, and an opportunity to make an earthen mix and sculpt a model of your choice to take home. $30 by Oct. 6, or $35 by Oct 11. “Bring a friend” - 20% Discount. Deanne Bednar PO Box 733, Oxford, MI 48371. 248 628 1887. www.freewebs.com/strawbalestudio
Location: 1 hour north of Detroit on rural land east of Oxford, MI 48370
Sunday, December 10, 2006 Natural Holiday Crafts
Remember how people used to make their gifts from local, natural materials? Remember the sweet smell of bees wax, and pine needles? Come enjoy some time to be with nature and natural materials as you make a gift for yourself or others. For adults and children. If you are a parent, enjoy the event with your child, or drop off your child for the following activities.
1 - 2:30 pm, Natural Gifts Class: Candle & Candle Holder.
Make your own dipped bees-wax candles and sculpted earthen Candle Stick Holder.
I you wish, you can also use the earthen mix to create a sculpture of your choice. Feel free to go outdoors, collect nature items and combine them with the earthen mix to make an interesting & natural gift.
(Bring a snack for the 2:30-3 break if you are staying for both classes. )
3 - 4:30 pm, Natural Holiday Cards & Wrapping Paper Class. Make your own Holiday cards and gift cards with stencils and pastels. Easy and beautiful. Bring paper bags to make your own wrapping paper using the same techniques. Learn how to cord and make your own natural string for wrapping.
Fee: $15 for each class. Discounts: $25 for both classes, Additional $5 discount for Prepayment by Dec 7. Group discounts & some scholarships available.
Registration by Dec 7: Class is limited to 12, so call in your reservation now. Contact Deanne @ (248)628-1887 for questions, registration & directions.
Location: Located on beautiful wooded rural land, the day will include a tour of the enchanting "Strawbale Studio" a natural building with a thatched roof and sculptural interior! Learn a little bit about natural building and other sustainable strategies, like worm composting!
Teacher: Deanne Bednar, art teach at the Middle School level for 28 years, illustrator of 3 books on natural building, and co-builder of the Strawbale Studioand the Kensington Metropark Kids Cottage.
Monday, December 11, 2006 Natural Holiday Crafts
This is a repeat of the above Dec 10 classes. Come either Sunday or Monday, or both, if you wish to explore the media in more depth.
See Dec 10 class for details on registration, etc.
1 - 2:30 pm, Natural Gifts Class: Candle & Candle Holder.
Make your own dipped bees-wax candles and sculpted earthen Candle Stick Holder.
I you wish, you can also use the earthen mix to create a sculpture of your choice. Feel free to go outdoors, collect nature items and combine them with the earthen mix to make an interesting & natural gift.
(Bring a snack for the 2:30-3 break if you are staying for both classes. )
3 - 4:30 pm, Natural Holiday Cards & Wrapping Paper Class. Make your own Holiday cards and gift cards with stencils and pastels. Easy and beautiful. Bring paper bags to make your own wrapping paper using the same techniques. Learn how to cord and make your own natural string for wrapping.
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