Hot Sun, Cool Sips: Weeds & Wine 2024
As the meadows of the Atlanta Beltline Arboretum burst alive with color in the spring and summer, the “weeds” thrive as well. Undesirable plant species aggressively compete for space with native plants. The Atlanta Beltline Arboretum team at Trees Atlanta relies on volunteers to help with the labor-intensive task of hand-pulling weeds, helping us avoid the use of chemical controls.
It’s time for Weeds & Wine!
Weeds & Wine is the perfect opportunity to make a difference and socialize with new friends! Trees Atlanta staff will lead volunteers in weeding from 6 pm to 8 pm, followed by a visit to the Weeds & Wine host restaurant to enjoy a refreshing beverage. Whether it’s wine, beer, or soda (and sometimes a little nosh, too), half the fun is getting to know your fellow volunteers. All participants MUST register online through the Calendar of Volunteer Projects.
Registered volunteers will receive instructions on proper attire and the meeting location. Volunteers are reminded that projects require physical effort outdoors in warm temperatures in areas with vegetation. Bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated, and sunscreen and/or insect repellant may be recommended. Cheers!
Summer 2024 Schedule of Locations and Host Restaurants
The Summer 2024 season of Weeds & Wine runs weekly on Wednesday from July 3 to August 28, 2024. Project runs from 6 – 8 pm with refreshments afterwards. Space is limited and is restricted to Trees Atlanta Green Shirt volunteers. (Interested in earning your Green Shirt? Read more information about our Volunteer Pathways.)
| Wednesday | Atlanta Beltline Trail | Host Restaurant |
| July 3, 2024 | Eastside | Lingering Shade Social Club |
| July 17, 2024 | Westside | Wild Heaven Beer |
| July 24, 2024 | Eastside | MetroFresh |
| July 31, 2024 | Westside | Monday Night Brewing |
| August 7, 2024 | Westside | Boxcar @ Hop City |
| August 14, 2024 | Eastside | The Albert |
| August 21, 2024 | Eastside | Barcelona Wine Bar |
| August 28, 2024 | Eastside | Pure Taqueria |
We Appreciate These Weeds & Wine Host Restaurants
Please show your appreciation to these Beltline businesses for supporting this popular summer volunteer opportunity! They and the volunteers they treat with refreshments are keeping the arboretum meadows fresh for pollinators, wildlife, and human visitors alike! It’s hot y’all. We really appreciate a cool down at these great community supporters!
Be a Host Restaurant
Atlanta BeltLine restaurants interested in hosting a Weeds & Wine event near their section of the Atlanta BeltLine, please contact: weedsandwine@treesatlanta.org
Posted on: July 2, 2024; Updated on: July 8, 2024
