All About Seeds, Painting, and Planting
2026-04-02 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | The Arts Center, 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
At All About Seeds, Painting, and Planting on Thu, Apr 2, 10am-11:30am, you’ll join The Therapeutic Horticulture Extension Master Gardeners of Chatham County and listen to how seeds turn into magical flowers, followed by seed yoga! You will paint a planter pot and fill it with soil for your very own seeds! Take it home and watch it GROW! Special thanks to Chatham Community Library, Goldston Public Library, and Wren Memorial Library for their seed library-check it out! Open to all ages, abilities, and families.
Supplies are included. This one-class session is instructed by Trish Hablutzel and Audrey Joy. Registration opens Mon, Feb 23, and closes Mon, Mar 30. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources (CCPRCR) Arts Center, located at 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC 23712, on the backside of the building. To access the studio, drive straight through the open gate and look for the sign that reads “Arts Center.” Visual Arts participants may park in the back lot.
There is no fee to participate, but registration is required. All abilities and ages, including families, are welcome. See more CCPRCR events.

Storytime with Johanna Banana
2026-04-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-16 10:30 - 11:30 | McIntyre’s Books, 220 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for Storytime with Johanna Banana, hosted every Thursday, 10:30am-11:30am. McIntyre’s bookseller Johanna Banana leads this weekly storytime. The books and songs shared are primarily for toddlers and preschoolers, but all ages are welcome!
This free event takes place indoors at McIntyre’s Books. The space is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available on-site. No pets are allowed. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

ALL-Together! Friends Group - Inclusive Dance and Activities
2026-04-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-09 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Chatham Mills Studio, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 410, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join Chatham Mills Studio for ALL-Together! Friends Group – Inclusive Dance and Activities, hosted every Thursday, 11am-1pm. Find joy, friendship, and support in an inclusive community. This program is designed for teens and adults of all abilities and dis’abilities. Activities include dance, games, gardening, music, art, socializing, group lunch, field trips, and Special Olympics.
All are welcome to attend this free program. Caregivers are asked to stay with participants who may need assistance.
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Unisong: Guided Song Circle at NC Arts Incubator
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:30 | NC Arts Incubator, 223 N Chatham Ave, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
What medicine does your heart need? Join the NC Arts Incubator for Unisong: Guided Song Circle, hosted on the first Thursday of every month, 6pm-7:30pm. During this 90-minute journey designed for beginner and experienced singers alike, Unisong instructors will guide you through singing and movement that invite release, restoration, and healing of the heart.
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Bynum Byte Night
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Bynum’s Byte Night happens every other Thursday, 6pm-8pm. It’s a weekly tech hangout for anyone curious about computers, electronics, or AI – whether you’re fixing a glitchy device, exploring creative and design tools, or just want to talk digital life with neighbors. They’ve even got a virtual reality (VR) headset on hand if you want to step into another world for a bit. No pressure, no jargon—just a space to learn, share, and connect. Bring your questions, your projects, or just come see what others are up to. All skill levels welcome!
Contact Helbragga (John G.) at 919.593.3559 with any questions.
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Lowrider Times C.C. Car Show
2026-04-04 11:00 - 22:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Lowrider Times C.C. Car Show returns to Pittsboro on Sat, Apr 4, 11am-10pm at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. Attendees can enjoy a display of lowrider vehicles, live music, vendors, food trucks, and more. The event includes a $3,000 hopping payout. Entrance costs $20, with car entries at $50 and bicycles and pedal cars at $30. Kids age 10 and under can enter for free. For more information, contact Francisco Araiza at 919.935.3390.

Open Barn at Celebrity Dairy
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Celebrity Dairy, 146 Celebrity Dairy Way, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
You do not want to miss The Inn at Celebrity Dairy’s annual Open Barn hosted every Saturday, Feb 14-Apr 18, 12pm-5pm. Explore the barn, scratch a mama goat behind the ears, and cuddle with some adorable baby goats. This is a great opportunity to learn more about small farm life, with plenty of fun for the whole family. The price is $10 per person at the gate, with kids ages 2 and under receiving free admission. The Inn offers homemade lunch and other goodies for sale (including vegetarian options) for an additional cost.
Open Barns are rain or shine, so if it’s cold, make sure to bundle up, and if it’s wet, wear your boots! Most of the event takes place under cover (and the baby goats will help keep you warm)! Free parking is available on-site. No pets are allowed.
Book a stay at the inn to get in on all the baby goat fun, including daily baby bottle feedings! 2-hour private barn tours are also available throughout the season (February-April 2026). Celebrity Dairy will guide you through how to feed the goats and answer all your goat-related questions. Bookings are $225 for groups of up to 15 and $15 per additional guest. Your private tour includes a free cup of goat gelato, with cheese samplers available for an additional cost.
Please note that no open barn will take place on Sat, Mar 28 – come see Celebrity Dairy and celebrate Chatham County agriculture at Spring Ag Fest 2026.
Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail. Discover more events at The Inn at Celebrity Dairy. Book your stay.

Holiday Enrichment Tours at Carolina Tiger Rescue
2026-04-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Carolina Tiger Rescue, 1940 Hanks Chapel Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Come celebrate the holidays with the cats at Holiday Enrichment Tours with Carolina Tiger Rescue. On the tour, you will learn about CTR’s wonderful animals and how enrichment enhances their lives. Watch the animals play with and destroy holiday-themed enrichment, then indulge in some edible holiday enrichment of your own!
The upcoming schedule for Holiday Enrichment Tours is below:

Fri, Feb 13, 2pm-4pm (SOLD OUT) – Valentine’s Day Weekend.
Sat, Feb 14, 2pm-4pm (SOLD OUT) – Valentine’s Day Weekend.
Sat, Mar 14, 2pm-4pm – St. Patrick’s Day Weekend.
Sun, Mar 15, 2pm-4pm – St. Patrick’s Day Weekend.
Sat, Apr 4, 2pm-4pm – Easter Weekend.
Sun, Apr 5, 2pm-4pm – Easter Weekend.

Advance tickets are required for all attendees (no walk-ins). Tours last around 1.5-2 hours, and are offered on select holiday weekends throughout the year, rain or shine. The cost is $32 for individuals aged 13 and above, and $26 for those aged 0-12, with a maximum of 25 people allowed per tour. Tickets are available 8 weeks before your visit.
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BEFORE YOU VISIT
There are several things CTR would like you to know before booking your tour. Please reach the information below before purchasing your tickets:

If a minor child is not accompanied by their parent, the parent must complete a Combined Minor Release Form and bring it in at the time of your tour.
All tours go out rain or shine. In the event of an extreme weather event, Carolina Tiger Rescue will contact guests to inform them if a cancellation is necessary.
Photos may be taken during your tour after you’ve signed your visitor release.
The Education Center is wheelchair accessible; however, the gravel and grass paths may be more challenging to navigate for those with impaired mobility. Golf carts are available to assist guests who need them. If you have accessibility concerns, please call 919.542.4648 to make arrangements before your visit.
GPS may not provide accurate directions to CTR’s location. They recommend using the directions from their website to ensure a successful arrival.
CTR does not allow outside animals anywhere on the property. Please leave your pets at home.

Yoga at Bynum Front Porch
2026-04-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Unwind and recharge with Yoga at Bynum Front Porch, hosted every Tuesday, 6pm-7pm. This all-levels class offers a welcoming space to stretch, breathe, and connect with the community – bring your mat and a positive spirit. This event is free to attend, with a suggested donation of $15. Directions.
Year-round events, including a Christmas tree sale and a holiday bazaar. See a feature about geocaching in Bynum, produced by UNC-TV for NC Weekend and sponsored in part by the NC Division of Tourism, Film, and Sports Development.

Coffee Klatch at Bynum Front Porch
2026-04-08 07:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-15 07:00 - 10:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Start your day with good coffee or tea and great conversation at Weekly Coffee Klatch with Bynum Front Porch Music, hosted every Wednesday, 7am-10am. Drop in for a warm cup, friendly faces, and casual community chats – everyone is welcome! Directions.
Year-round events, including a Christmas tree sale and a holiday bazaar. See a feature about geocaching in Bynum, produced by UNC-TV for NC Weekend and sponsored in part by the NC Division of Tourism, Film, and Sports Development.

Goldston Writers Group
2026-04-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Goldston Library, 9235 Pittsboro-Goldston Road, Goldston, 27252, United States
You’re invited to join the Goldston Writers Group, hosted on the second Wednesday of every month, 10:30am-12pm at the Goldston Public Library. Whether you’re an expert writer or just getting started, the Goldston Writers Group is for individuals to come together and pursue the art of writing. At the beginning of the session, participants will receive a prompt and are encouraged to write a brief paragraph to share. After the writing prompt, participants can work independently or in groups on their own personal pieces.

Open Mic Nights at NC Arts Incubator
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | NC Arts Incubator, 223 N Chatham Ave, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Join the NC Arts Incubator for Open Mic Nights hosted every second Wednesday, 6pm-8pm. Music, poetry, and spoken-word works are encouraged. Sign-up opens at 5:30pm. Next door, The Chatham Rabbit will be open and selling coffee.
See more events hosted by the NC Arts Incubator.

Spring 2026 Homeschool Camp at Clapping Hands Farm
2026-04-09 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-16 09:00 - 15:30 | Clapping Hands Farm, 3348 Alston Chapel Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Clapping Hands Farm for their Spring 2026 Homeschool Camp, hosted every Thursday, Mar 5-Apr 16, 9am-3:30pm. Clapping Hands is an arts and nature camp and retreat with a special love for community. Our homeschool camp workshops include visual arts, crafts, music, theater, and dance, as well as engineering, building, nature exploration, game creation, and more!
GENERAL SCHEDULE

Camp opens with games, Morning Circle, and morning workshops in focus groups. Each session will have at least two Morning Workshop Focus Groups; campers choose one Focus Group to join for the entire 6-week session.
Lunch.
Anything Goes and all-camp activities in the afternoon. Activities are different each day, are based on campers’ requests, and include opportunities to explore both focus groups. In other words, if you are interested in both Focus Groups, you can sign up for one of them for the morning and still be able to “taste” the others during Anything Goes.
Buddy Group check-in and a Closing Circle before departure.

See this page for this program’s Focus Groups.
DETAILS AND LOGISTICS
Camp is $400 per child, with full and partial scholarships available. Homeschool Camp serves children and teens ages 8-16. They accept older campers who are interested in their Focus Group topics. They also accept younger campers on a case-by-case basis. Parents, adults, and older teens are also needed as Counselors or Volunteers. Parent volunteers at Homeschool camp do so much to make this program fantastic!
Camp at Clapping Hands Farm takes place outdoors for the most part. They generally run camp in all weather conditions unless there are hazardous driving conditions or it is cold AND wet. In other words, if it’s raining and 70 degrees, they will have camp. If it’s 30 degrees and not raining, we will have camp. But if it’s 40 degrees and raining, they will skip camp and use their weather make-up day (Thu, Apr 23). During the winter session, they will have a heated studio available that can accommodate one group. Please note that no class will take place on Thu, Apr 2.
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It's Elementary: America 250 Fun and Games!
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatham Community Library, 197 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join the Chatham Community Library for It’s Elementary: America 250 Fun and Games hosted on the second Thursday of every month, 4pm-5pm. Elementary-age kids are invited to explore America’s past through a variety of crafts and games.
This FREE, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors in the Chatham Community Library’s Holmes Family Meeting Room. The Chatham Community Library is ADA-compliant, including wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, common spaces, walkways, and restrooms. The Holmes Family Meeting Room has an automatic door opener. Free parking is available outside the library. Pets are not allowed – please leave your furry friends at home.
This event is part of our Chatham Celebrates America 250 initiative. See more America 250 events. See more events at the Chatham Community Library.

Sound Healing Journey at NCAI
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | NC Arts Incubator, 223 N Chatham Ave, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Join The Chatham Rabbit and the NC Arts Incubator for a Sound Healing Journey, hosted on the second Thursday of every month, 6pm-7pm. Immerse yourself in therapeutic sounds that calm the mind, heal the body, and uplift the spirit. These sessions are facilitated by Tracy Palmatier and Brooke Simmons. Classes begin promptly at 6pm – please arrive early to be ready. This is a donate-what-you-can event.
This event takes place indoors. See more events hosted by the NC Arts Incubator.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Chatham Rabbit has a wheelchair-accessible parking lot, entrance, and restroom. There is also wheelchair-accessible seating available inside. The Chatham Rabbit complies with Title III ADA Requirements for Service Animals. A service animal is a dog individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. This does not include Emotional Support Animals; please check with the individual business regarding their policies on Emotional Support Animals.

Bynum Bluegrass Jam Circle
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Join Bynum Front Porch for a Bynum Bluegrass Jam Circle hosted every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 10am-12pm. This open jam welcomes musicians of all skill levels and ages playing acoustic instruments only. So, if you pick, bring your instrument; if you sing, bring your voice! Come enjoy great music and community at this FREE, public event. Directions.
Year-round events, including a Christmas tree sale and a holiday bazaar. See a feature about geocaching in Bynum, produced by UNC-TV for NC Weekend and sponsored in part by the NC Division of Tourism, Film, and Sports Development.

Goldston Main Street Cruise In
2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Calico Quilt Antiques, 434 Bellevue Street, Goldston, NC, 27252, United States
Enjoy local restaurants and shops while meeting and talking with other car enthusiasts at Goldston Main Street Cruise In, hosted every second Saturday, 10am-2pm. If it has wheels, they want to see it, from classics to hot rods. Imports to full-blown race cars, bring them out! Grab a bite to eat at Lizzie’s or Rufus’ and check out locally-owned Faithfully Fruitful.
This FREE event takes place outdoors on Bellevue Street in downtown Goldston.

Author Event: Robin Hall
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Chatham Community Library, 197 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join the Chatham Community Library for an Author Event with Robin Hall on Sat, Apr 11, 2pm-3pm. Meet Pittsboro’s own Robin Hall, author and textile artist. Her debut picture book, The Littlest Weaver, features stunning illustrations that capture the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and depict the rich Appalachian weaving tradition. During this event, Robin will read from her book and then lead the attendees in a weaving craft.
This FREE, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors at the Chatham Community Library. The Chatham Community Library is ADA-compliant, including wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, common spaces, walkways, and restrooms. Pets are not allowed – please leave your furry friends at home.
This event is part of our Chatham Celebrates America 250 initiative. See more America 250 events. See more events at the Chatham Community Library.

Mill Town Yarns Storytelling and Live Performances
2026-04-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Join Bynum Front Porch for monthly Mill Town Yarns Storytelling and Live Performances,hosted on selected Saturdays, September 2025-August 2026. Experience the magic of storytelling and live performance in this charming former mill village. Each month, top storytellers, singer/songwriters, and other performers share their craft within the historic walls of the Bynum General Store. Enjoy intimate one-of-a-kind experiences in a unique venue!
The Bynum Front Porch “Mill Town Yarns” series is recognized by the NC Storytellers Guild as one of the state’s premier storytelling hubs. The 2025-2026 season will feature a mix of professional and local performers. Most shows are free, with a hat passed for donations. For high-demand shows, advanced tickets will be available to reserve seats in advance. Performances are hosted on the following dates:

Sat, Sep 13, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm “Sing Me a Story”
Sat, Oct 11, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Lipbone Redding (Ticketed – $13 per person).
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Regional North Carolina Storytellers Showcase
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 7pm-8:30pm Chatham County Stories and Songs
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 7pm-8:30pm Michael Reno Harrell and Josh Goforth (Ticketed – $20 per person).
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 7pm-8:30pm Bil Lepp (Ticketed – $10 per person).
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 7pm-8:30pm Regional Story Slam with Mysti Mayhem

Directions. See more Bynum Front Porch events.

CCBA Monthly Meetings
2026-04-14 19:00 - 21:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Chatham County Beekeepers’ Association (CCBA) hosts meetings on the second Tuesday of every month from 7pm-9pm at Starrlight Mead. The meeting begins with CCBA business, followed by a guest speaker, and finally, an open Q&A. Meetings with local presenters will be in person only. Meetings with remote speakers are available virtually. Everyone is welcome to attend meetings – you do not have to be a member. For more information about meetings, contact info@chatham-beekeepers.org.
This event is free and takes place indoors. Starrlight Mead is part of The Plant. The space is wheelchair accessible, with parking and entry available behind the production facility. Additional free parking is available on-site. Pets are not allowed. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Exploring Painting in Oil and Acrylics
2026-04-16 10:00 - 13:00 | The Arts Center, 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Exploring Painting in Oil and Acrylics is designed to encourage students to explore new approaches to their current painting methods. The objective is to abandon judgment, have fun, and embrace discovery. The instructor will cover design/composition, color mixing, and mark-making while encouraging the simplification of detail to blur the boundaries between representation and abstraction and to see shapes without labels. Supplies are included. These one-session classes are instructed by Ann Lawtey and take place on the following dates:

Thu, Feb 12, 10am-1pm Session One.
Thu, Feb 19, 10am-1pm Session Two.
Thu, Feb 26, 10am-1pm Session Three.
Wed, Mar 18, 10am-1pm Session Four.
Wed, Mar 25, 10am-1pm Session Five.
Thu, Apr 16, 10am-1pm Session Six.
Thu, Apr 23, 10am-1pm Session Seven.
Thu, Apr 30, 10am-1pm Session Eight.

Registration opens Mon, Jan 5, and closes Mon, Jan 26. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources (CCPRCR) Arts Center, located at 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC 23712, on the backside of the building. To access the studio, drive straight through the open gate and look for the sign that reads “Arts Center.” Visual Arts participants may park in the back lot. The participation fee is $35 per person per session, and registration is required. Students ages 18 and older are welcome. See more CCPRCR events.
