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Giving Tuesday: The Weaving Cabin

Giving Tuesday: The Weaving Cabin

August 22, 2019

Most of you have probably heard about #GivingTuesday the past few years. #GivingTuesday is about more than just one day in December. It is not just about fundraising. It’s about people and their...
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It Still Lives: Season 1, Episode 3

It Still Lives: Season 1, Episode 3

June 4, 2019

Hosts Kami Ahrens and TJ Smith introduce you to Aunt Arie Carpenter, one of Foxfire’s most visited contacts. This episode features clips from the first recorded interview at Arie’s house...
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Spring Intern: Chelsea Flowers

Spring Intern: Chelsea Flowers

May 25, 2019

As we say goodbye to yet another intern, we asked our spring intern Chelsea Flowers to sum up her experiences at Foxfire.  I feel like I just got here! The reality is, it’s been four months and...
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It Still Lives: Season 1, Episode 2

It Still Lives: Season 1, Episode 2

May 6, 2019

Hosts Kami Ahrens and TJ Smith share more content from the “It Still Lives” album off the Foxfire record. This episode explores mountain folk music, the origins of bluegrass instruments,...
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Foxfire Magazine Fellowship 2019

Foxfire Magazine Fellowship 2019

March 25, 2019

It’s that time again! We are now accepting applications for our summer magazine program! The Foxfire Fellowship is an eight-week, intensive fellowship for up 10 high-school-aged students...
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Christmas Crafts: Cinnamon Dough Ornaments

Christmas Crafts: Cinnamon Dough Ornaments

December 19, 2018

Christmas is only a week away! Time to start creating that cozy holiday atmosphere. What better way to do that than with these cinnamon dough ornaments, which will fill your home with a warm, spicy...
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Toppin’ the Tree: Rustic Christmas Star

Toppin’ the Tree: Rustic Christmas Star

December 12, 2018

Another handmade decoration for your rustic Christmas tree! In Appalachia, trees were decorated with things made from easily-accessible resources, such as popcorn garland, scraps of fabric, or...
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Christmas Crafts: Handmade Garland

Christmas Crafts: Handmade Garland

December 7, 2018

Are you picking out your Christmas tree this weekend? Try out this simple festive garland, inspired by stories of handmade decorations from A Foxfire Christmas.   Christmas Tree Garland Supplies...
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