“We go for woodland walks every day and conduct nature studies: learning the names of plants and birds,” Karen says. “Our service users start to care for the wildlife with responsibilities like topping up bird seed, composting, propagating plants or ensuring the pond is maintained.”
With the 10ft high wall and lush greenery towering above, Karen says the space feels cosseted. “If people with autism, for example, need to run and blow off steam and just let their emotions out, they can do that. They can feel safe but also free at the same time.”
Throughout the pandemic the charity has continued to provide support online, including scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, yoga and ‘survival cooking’ lessons.
“We go for woodland walks every day and conduct nature studies: learning the names of plants and birds,” Karen says. “Our service users start to care for the wildlife with responsibilities like topping up bird seed, composting, propagating plants or ensuring the pond is maintained.”
With the 10ft high wall and lush greenery towering above, Karen says the space feels cosseted. “If people with autism, for example, need to run and blow off steam and just let their emotions out, they can do that. They can feel safe but also free at the same time.”
Throughout the pandemic the charity has continued to provide support online, including scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, yoga and ‘survival cooking’ lessons.
Dungeons, dragons and tea at new Huntsville café
Updated Jan 26, 2021;
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You can get a latte here and also rent a dungeon master.
At Dragon’s Forge Café, owners/married couple Bruce and Jennie Caudle serve fantasy-themed coffee and tea drinks in a space with sorcerous vibes. The café opened Dec. 30 on the second floor at Huntsville arts center Lowe Mill, address 2211 Seminole Drive.
Dragon’s Forge’s interior walls are painted to look like some enchanted tower. There’s an array of curious-looking antique clocks, which Bruce restored and date back to the 1800s. Eyeballs peak out of hanging plant arrangements. A portrait of H.P. Lovecraft hangs near bookcases filled with “Dungeons & Dragons” books and other nerd-chic tomes. There’s even a dragon-adorned throne you can sit on.