Join NC State Parks and the US Army Corps of Engineers for their 2nd Annual Bald EagleFest at Jordan Lake on Sat, Feb 7, 8am-12pm. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald eagles. In the winter, dozens of migratory eagles congregate below the dam- a fantastic sight to see! If you've ever...
Join Chatham Mills Studio for a Little Ones Play Toddler Workshop with Laughing Monitos on Sun, Feb 7, 10:30am-12:30pm. Designed for toddlers ages 18 to 24 months and their families, this two-hour workshop features engaging activities, including story time, sensory play stations, a craft station, and communication screenings by a trained pathologist. It's a great way to...
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...
Join Clapping Hands Farm for Crafternoons hosted every Sunday, December 2025-February 2026, 1pm5pm. This is a drop-in crafting circle, not a class. Bring a project you’re already working on, or join many of our crafters who are making items to donate to the Camp Store—a fun way to craft with purpose. You’re also welcome to come learn by...
Unwind and recharge with Yoga at Bynum Front Porch, hosted every Tuesday, 6pm-7pm at the Historic Bynum General Store. 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,...
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...
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 at the Historic Bynum General Store. 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...
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...
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.
At Draw and Design Digital Valentines on Wed, Feb 11, 6pm-8:30pm, you'll learn the basics of digital illustration using Procreate on the iPad in this fun, three-hour introductory workshop. Students will explore brushes, layers, and color tools while designing a set of unique, handmade Valentine cards to share or print. Students must bring an iPad with Procreate...
Join Clapping Hands Farm for their Winter 2026 Homeschool Camp, hosted every Thursday, January 8-February 12, 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Join Triangle Land Conservancy for a Love Bird Scavenger Hunt in celebration of National Bird Feeding Month on Sat, Feb 14, and Sun, Feb 15 at White Pines Nature Preserve. You're invited to show your love for nature on Valentine's Day weekend with a special outdoor scavenger hunt. Local pottery artist Courtney Pernell, owner of Bayleaf market, is a...
Join Friends of the Lower Haw River State Natural Area and Sean Higgins, an Interpretation and Education Manager with NC State Parks, for this Great Backyard Bird Count Stroll on Sat, Feb 14, 10am-11:30am. Learn some new bird identification skills or share some expertise with others. Anyone can participate in this nationwide citizen science project, held every President's...
Join Bynum Front Porch for a Bynum Bluegrass Jam Circle hosted every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 10am-12pm at the Historic Bynum General Store. 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,...
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...
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...
