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Heart of the Wild

March 8, 2026
Heart of the Wild
Mar 8, 2026 1:30PM 
– 3:30PM

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Join us for a special luncheon honoring the late Tony and Allison Amatangelo, whose generosity made the newly completed Gateway to the Southern Appalachians and pollinator garden possible.

The luncheon will include

  • Keynote by Adam Bigelow, Bigelow’s Botanical Excursions
  • Special address by Bee City USA Phyllis Styles
  • Presentation of the Heart of the Wild award
  • Engaging animal program by the Friends’ Outreach Education team
  • Silent auction

Ticket sales are now closed.

If you cannot attend, but would like to make a donation in honor of Tony and Allison and in support of the Nature Center, please click below.
Location Details:
Albert Weaver Room, Weaverville Community Center
60 Lakeshore Drive, Weaverville, NC
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Table of Eight: $750
Individual Seat: $100
Silent Auction:
From one-of-a-kind experiences to locally inspired treasures, our silent auction benefits the animals who call the Nature Center home.

Thanks To Our Event Sponsors