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We had a blast at last week’s St. Patrick’s Day–themed painting class! The group that joined us made the two-hour session especially fun (as always!).

There’s one more class this spring semester on April 9 called “Swing into Summer.” The painting features a lush green tree with a rope swing—perfect for welcoming the warmer months.

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Hi all! One of the many hats I wear is serving as Chair of the LC State Arboretum Committee. This month, the Arboretum is sharing posts about the committee members’ favorite trees in celebration of Arbor Day. Follow their page to see more and learn about some truly special trees!

🍂 Fall Favorite: The Ginkgo 🍂

As Arboretum Chair, Carrie Kyser finds it impossible to choose a single favorite tree—she loves them all! But when it comes to fall color, the ginkgo holds a special place in her heart. 💛

Why? Because of its famous “leaf dump.” Unlike most deciduous trees that drop leaves gradually, ginkgos form one protective layer across all their leaves at once. Then, with the right cold snap, they release every golden fan-shaped leaf in a single, stunning cascade.

You can spot ginkgos throughout campus, but the one pictured here is just west of ACW. Keep an eye out—we can’t wait for this year’s golden leaf dump! 🍁✨