Participants will learn about native pollinator plants while creating seed balls that can be dispersed throughout their local communities to support biodiversity. All materials, including seeds, soil, and other necessary supplies, will be provided. Through this hands-on activity, participants will connect with nature and one another while gaining a deeper appreciation for how small actions can contribute to healthier urban ecosystems. This program is open to participants of all ages. Seabass Immonen A Finnish artist and designer from Pittsburgh, PA now based in New York City, Seabass Immonen (b. 2000) draws from the queer existential experience of life and community under institutional and climate collapse. Working in civic interventions, their work invites audiences to consider the personal relationship to global crises. Seabass received a BA and BFA from the Brown|RISD Dual Degree Program majoring in International Relations and Apparel Design, respectively, working in context with social policy, sustainability, international cooperation, queer life, mental health, and care. Dates: April 7th & 9th Two independent workshops (participants register for one session)
Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America is the leading center for Nordic culture in the United States. It offers a wide range of programs that illuminate the culture and vitality of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Scandinavia House offerings include diverse exhibitions and film series, as well as concerts and other performances, readings, lectures, symposia, language courses, and children’s activities.