Pints & Pines at Barking Armadillo Brewery

Name: Pints & Pines at Barking Armadillo Brewery
Start: 2024-12-11T18:30:00-06:00
End: 2024-12-11T20:30:00-06:00
Location: Barking Armadillo Brewing

Schedule

Wed Dec 11 2024 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

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Location

Barking Armadillo Brewing | Georgetown, TX

Pints & Pines: A Festive Potting and Decorating Experience!
Join us for Pints & Pines, a unique holiday event at Barking Armadillo Brewery Get into the festive spirit as you pot up your very own Norfolk Island Pine, a stunning and unique plant that makes the perfect living Christmas tree. At this hands-on workshop, you’ll receive a beautiful Norfolk Island Pine tree, a pot to personalize with your own painted design, and all the trimmings to decorate your tree just like a Christmas tree.
While you sip on a complimentary beer from the brewery, we’ll guide you through the potting process and share tips on how to care for this special plant year-round. Learn about the history and care of the Norfolk Island Pine and create a holiday piece you can enjoy long after the season ends.
Bring your creativity and holiday cheer, and let’s make some memories (and Christmas trees) together! All materials and a beer are included. Cheers to a festive and crafty good time!
Family ADD ON: Add a tiny tree for your tiny! Ages 10 and under only, please. Only available with full price ticket purchase. Get a smaller version of the tree and smaller pots and decor to paint.
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Where: Barking Armadillo Brewery, 507 Riverbend, Georgetown, TX
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30ish PM
Cost: $65 early bird before 12/1/24, $75 after 12/1/24
ADD ON CHILDREN TICKET: $20
Includes:
Norfolk Island Pine Plant (likely a 6″ or 8″ diameter plant)
Terracotta Pot to paint
Soil, amendments, tools, supplies, and hand on instruction
One beer or non-alcoholic beverage from the brewery
TONS of decorations for you tree!
Lots of fun and community!
The Norfolk Island Pine, although it resembles a classic pine tree, it’s not a true pine at all! Here are some fun facts about this plant:
Not a True Pine: Despite its name, the Norfolk Island Pine isn’t actually a pine tree. It belongs to the Araucariaceae family, which is ancient and dates back to the time of the dinosaurs.
Native Habitat: The tree is native to Norfolk Island, a small island located between Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia in the South Pacific Ocean. In its natural habitat, it can grow over 200 feet tall!
Indoor-Friendly Size: When grown indoors as a houseplant, the Norfolk Island Pine remains much smaller, typically reaching 3-8 feet in height, making it a perfect mini Christmas tree or year-round decorative plant
Symmetrical Branches: One of the plant’s most distinctive features is its perfect symmetry. The branches grow in whorls, creating a tiered and balanced look that makes it a favorite for decorative purposes.
Adaptable to Indoor Light: Although it loves bright, indirect light, the Norfolk Island Pine is surprisingly adaptable to indoor conditions. It can tolerate lower light but grows best in bright spots with some humidity.
Air-Purifying Abilities: Like many other houseplants, Norfolk Island Pines can help improve indoor air quality by removing pollutants, making them not just beautiful but also beneficial for your home environment.
Not Cold Hardy: The Norfolk Island Pine is sensitive to cold temperatures and frost. It prefers warm conditions and should be kept indoors or protected in climates where temperatures drop below 50°F (10°C).
Long Lifespan: With proper care, Norfolk Island Pines can live for many years indoors. They can even be passed down through generations, growing slowly but steadily.
Symbol of the South Pacific: On Norfolk Island, the tree is a national symbol and even appears on the island’s flag. It’s an iconic representation of the island’s natural beauty.