Forest to Fiber: Papermaking from Invasive Trees is a three-part workshop series designed to teach participants how to convert invasive plant species into handmade paper. Led by instructor James Ojascastro, the program blends ecological restoration with traditional papermaking techniques.

The series begins with an optional harvest session on May 16 at the Connally Family Cemetery in East Point, where participants collect fiber from invasive paper mulberry trees while learning about their environmental impact.

Session 2, held on May 30 at the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking, focuses on fiber preparation. Participants process the harvested material through hands-on techniques such as scraping and beating to prepare it for papermaking.

The final session on June 6 centers on the papermaking process itself. Attendees will create their own sheets using traditional Western methods, gaining practical experience in transforming raw fiber into finished paper.

The workshop is open to all skill levels, with materials provided. The registration fee covers sessions 2 and 3, and participants are encouraged to attend all sessions for the full experience.