Winter holiday closures

Chapel Hill Public Library will be closed December 24–28. We'll be open for regular hours on December 29–30. The library will close early at 6pm on December 31 and will be closed on January 1.

Winter Solstice Walk

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Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Quiet your mind and awaken your senses as we mark the winter solstice with a guided walk inspired by shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), a restorative Japanese practice of nature immersion. You will be invited to embrace the present moment as we use our senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste to experience the forest. The pace is slow, and the distance is short. You will leave feeling refreshed, enlivened, and connected with the natural world.

Your guide: Jane Saiers of RambleRill Farm is a forest therapy guide, farmer, and horticultural therapist based in Hillsborough.

What to Expect:

A leisurely walk over uneven surfaces with stops along the way to engage with nature.

Wear:

Comfortable clothing for being outside and closed-toed shoes.

Where to Meet:

We'll gather in the outdoor classroom in Pritchard Park.

In the event of inclement weather, this program may be cancelled.

Things to Know

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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