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SUMMARY:2026 First Day Hike - Animals of Jordan Lake Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join NC State Parks for a 2026 First Day Hike – Animals of Jordan Lake Scavenger Hunt on Thu\, Jan 1\, 9am-10am. Come join a Park Ranger on a scavenger hunt at Ebenezer Church Recreation Area to kick off the New Year! The hike consists of locating various park animal silhouettes throughout the trail. Learn about the animals of Jordan Lake and their special adaptations. \nSuitable for all ages\, this program is free and open to the public. Part of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/2026-first-day-hike-animals-of-jordan-lake-scavenger-hike/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Church Day Use Area\, 2582 Beaver Creek Rd\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Nature,Recreation,Sports,Workshops
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Hike at White Pines
DESCRIPTION:Join Triangle Land Conservancy for a New Year’s Day Hike on Thu\, Jan 1\, 9am-11:30am at White Pines Nature Preserve. Join TLC Trail Guides Steve G. and Pam M. on this relaxed\, social hike to get outside and start the year right! White Pines Nature Preserve contains species not typically found in the North Carolina Piedmont\, but they remain here from the last ice age because the surrounding rivers create a microclimate. \nThere will be multiple stops along the way to learn about the preserve’s ecology and history. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and warm layers. and bring a full water bottle along. This is a free event\, but registration is required. If registration is closed\, please email Amaya Horner at ahorner@triangleland.org to be added to the waitlist. \nCURRENT MASK POLICY \nTLC seeks to build a supportive\, mask-friendly environment in all collaborations with staff and the public. Please wear a mask if you are not vaccinated or if it makes you feel more comfortable. They also encourage eligible individuals to receive their COVID-19 vaccine and booster. If you are experiencing any COVID-19-related symptoms\, please stay home and attend the program on another day. Their top priority is to create a safe environment for their community. 
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/new-years-day-hike-at-white-pines/
LOCATION:White Pines Nature Preserve\, 548 S Rocky River Rd\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Nature,Recreation,Sports,Tastings & Tours,Workshops
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike on the Lower Haw
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Lower Haw River State Natural Area for a First Day Hike on the Lower Haw on Thu\, Jan 1\, 10am-11am. Get your body moving and the New Year’s Resolutions started! You will be hiking a section of the Lower Haw River State Natural Area located by the Haw River off US 15-501 upstream of the Bynum Dam\, known as the “Pegg Tract”. Learn about the trail project improvements planned for this area that will provide a sustainably designed land trail with a pedestrian bridge over Miles Branch\, a sustainably designed paddle launch\, and a boardwalk leading to the launch. \nDIRECTIONS \nMeet in the large parking lot on US 15-501 at the Haw River between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. If headed south on US 15-501 from Chapel Hill\, the parking lot is on the right before crossing the Haw River. If headed north on US 15-501 from Pittsboro\, make a U-turn after crossing the Haw River\, then head south on US 15-501\, and the parking lot will be a short distance on the right. \nDress in layers for the weather and wear sturdy shoes for walking on uneven ground. All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are welcome but must be on leash at all times. There are no restroom facilities at this location. This hike is free and open to the public with no registration required. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/first-day-hike-on-the-lower-haw/
LOCATION:Haw River Access – 15 501\, 4551 US Hwy 15 501 N\, Pittsboro\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Families,Nature,Recreation,Sports,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Winter 2026 Homeschool Camp at Clapping Hands Farm
DESCRIPTION: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! \nGENERAL SCHEDULE \n\nCamp 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.\nLunch.\nAnything 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.\nBuddy Group check-in and a Closing Circle before departure.\n\nFOCUS GROUPS \nThis session’s focus groups will include: \n\nEarth Romp is a playful exploration of all things outdoors. There will be exploring and discovering\, finding bugs and encountering animals and plants\, and running\, hiding\, climbing\, and playing. You might create new trails\, plant or find letterboxes\, go on a long hike\, and then play games upon arrival at your destination. You might craft using found and natural objects\, create Andy Goldsworthy-style outdoor art installations with leaves\, rocks\, and thorns\, and explore ancient technologies like atlatls. You might track animals\, study scat\, look for the earliest signs of spring\, and figure out what bugs are doing when it’s really cold.\nCarpentry is limited to a maximum of six campers and to campers ages 12 and older. Many structures around camp\, including the games shed\, lost-and-found shed\,  and many picnic tables and benches\, were built by campers themselves! In the Carpentry Focus Group\, campers will build benches and signs for current and future campers. Campers will learn practical\, creative skills such as recognizing quality wood\, implementing essential safety measures\, measuring and marking lumber for their structure designs\, attaching wood pieces with bolts and hex screws\, and addressing design considerations to build a structure sturdy enough to withstand weather and the energy of enthusiastic adults and kids!\nTable Games is for those who want to try a new game! You will learn many new games and play old favorites. Games will include strategy games\, drawing games\, writing games\, storytelling games\, dice games\, card games\, indoor party games\, games from a variety of cultures and countries\, puzzle games\, mazes\, math games\, geography games\, “getting to know you” games\, and a LARGE variety of board games (Louise has quite a collection!) The opportunity to craft traditional games to take home will be included.\n\nDETAILS AND LOGISTICS \nCamp 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! \nCamp 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 (either Tue\, Feb 19 or Tue\, Feb 26). During the winter session\, they will have a heated studio available that can accommodate one group. \nSee more events at Clapping Hands Farm.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-2026-homeschool-camp-at-clapping-hands-farm/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Clapping Hands Farm\, 3348 Alston Chapel Road\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Community Events,Fiber Arts,Nature,Painting,Recreation
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SUMMARY:Rebecca Beyer\, The Complete Folk Herbal
DESCRIPTION:Join McIntyre’s Books for Rebecca Beyer\, The Complete Folk Herbal: An Illustrated Guide to Natural Remedies and Everyday Healing on Sat\, Jan 10\, 11am-12pm. Discover a definitive\, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore\, history\, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants\, trees\, and shrubs. Reconnect with the wisdom of the land through this comprehensive guide from forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer. Richly illustrated and deeply researched\, The Complete Folk Herbal celebrates nearly 100 plants\, each one steeped in story\, tradition\, and healing power. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nRebecca Beyer founded the Blood and Spicebush School of Old Craft. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Soil Science from the University of Vermont and a master’s in Appalachian Studies and Sustainability from Appalachian State University. She lives in the mountains of Western North Carolina\, where she manages a homestead and teaches traditional witchcraft\, foraging\, and Appalachian folk medicine. \nThis 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.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/rebecca-beyer-the-complete-folk-herbal/
LOCATION:McIntyre’s Books\, 220 Market Street\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Authors Events,Books and Literature,Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail,Fearrington,Meet & Greet,Nature,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000
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SUMMARY:Winter Bulb Basket Workshop at Buck Naked Farm
DESCRIPTION:Brighten the coldest days of winter with a little garden magic at Buck Naked Farm’s Winter Bulb Basket Workshop on Sun\, Jan 11\, 2pm-4pm. Create your own layered bulb basket —a beautiful birch container planted with spring bulbs\, ready to bloom indoors. You’ll learn how to plant bulbs in layers (“lasagna style”) for a sequence of blooms that will bring fresh color indoors just when you need it most. \nTake home a living arrangement that promises a cheerful burst of blooms to beat the winter blues. Tickets are $99 for individuals $178 for couples\, and include all materials\, flowers\, and supplies\, along with light refreshments and good company. No pets\, please. See more Buck Naked Farm events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-bulb-basket-workshop-at-buck-naked-farm/
LOCATION:Buck Naked Farm\, 1873 Chatham Church Road\, Moncure\, NC\, 27559\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Art,Food and Drink,Gardening & Florals,Green Events,Nature,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T090000
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SUMMARY:Winter 2026 Homeschool Camp at Clapping Hands Farm
DESCRIPTION: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! \nGENERAL SCHEDULE \n\nCamp 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.\nLunch.\nAnything 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.\nBuddy Group check-in and a Closing Circle before departure.\n\nFOCUS GROUPS \nThis session’s focus groups will include: \n\nEarth Romp is a playful exploration of all things outdoors. There will be exploring and discovering\, finding bugs and encountering animals and plants\, and running\, hiding\, climbing\, and playing. You might create new trails\, plant or find letterboxes\, go on a long hike\, and then play games upon arrival at your destination. You might craft using found and natural objects\, create Andy Goldsworthy-style outdoor art installations with leaves\, rocks\, and thorns\, and explore ancient technologies like atlatls. You might track animals\, study scat\, look for the earliest signs of spring\, and figure out what bugs are doing when it’s really cold.\nCarpentry is limited to a maximum of six campers and to campers ages 12 and older. Many structures around camp\, including the games shed\, lost-and-found shed\,  and many picnic tables and benches\, were built by campers themselves! In the Carpentry Focus Group\, campers will build benches and signs for current and future campers. Campers will learn practical\, creative skills such as recognizing quality wood\, implementing essential safety measures\, measuring and marking lumber for their structure designs\, attaching wood pieces with bolts and hex screws\, and addressing design considerations to build a structure sturdy enough to withstand weather and the energy of enthusiastic adults and kids!\nTable Games is for those who want to try a new game! You will learn many new games and play old favorites. Games will include strategy games\, drawing games\, writing games\, storytelling games\, dice games\, card games\, indoor party games\, games from a variety of cultures and countries\, puzzle games\, mazes\, math games\, geography games\, “getting to know you” games\, and a LARGE variety of board games (Louise has quite a collection!) The opportunity to craft traditional games to take home will be included.\n\nDETAILS AND LOGISTICS \nCamp 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! \nCamp 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 (either Tue\, Feb 19 or Tue\, Feb 26). During the winter session\, they will have a heated studio available that can accommodate one group. \nSee more events at Clapping Hands Farm.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-2026-homeschool-camp-at-clapping-hands-farm/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Clapping Hands Farm\, 3348 Alston Chapel Road\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Community Events,Fiber Arts,Nature,Painting,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T123000
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CREATED:20251216T094841Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Seed Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chatham Community Library for Winter Seed Sowing on Thu\, Jan 15\, 11:30am-12:30pm. In this hands-on class\, you will learn a simple\, low-cost method of starting seeds outdoors using repurposed containers\, which plants are suitable\, and how to monitor and transplant the seedlings. This class is led by an NC State Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteer and is geared toward adults. No registration is required. \nThis FREE\, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors at the Chatham Community Library in the Holmes Family Meeting Room. 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. \nSee more events at the Chatham Community Library.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-seed-sowing/
LOCATION:Chatham Community Library\, 197 NC Hwy 87 N\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Gardening & Florals,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20260117T063216Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk at Jordan Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join a member of the New Hope Bird Alliance on a Guided Bird Walk at Jordan Lake on Thu\, Jan 22\, 8am-10am\, to look at winter birds around Ebenezer Point. Please bring your own binoculars and comfortable walking shoes. This walk is free\, but registration is requested. Registration is limited to 30 people. Please contact Ranger Wittry at elaine.g.wittry@usace.army.mil or 919.542.4501 to register for this event. \nThis program takes place outdoors at the Ebenezer Church Day-Use Area. Suitable for all ages\, this program is free and open to the public. Part of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events. See more America 250 events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/guided-bird-walk-at-jordan-lake/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Church Day Use Area\, 2582 Beaver Creek Rd\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birders,Families,Nature,Recreation,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20251216T120830Z
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SUMMARY:Winter 2026 Homeschool Camp at Clapping Hands Farm
DESCRIPTION: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! \nGENERAL SCHEDULE \n\nCamp 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.\nLunch.\nAnything 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.\nBuddy Group check-in and a Closing Circle before departure.\n\nFOCUS GROUPS \nThis session’s focus groups will include: \n\nEarth Romp is a playful exploration of all things outdoors. There will be exploring and discovering\, finding bugs and encountering animals and plants\, and running\, hiding\, climbing\, and playing. You might create new trails\, plant or find letterboxes\, go on a long hike\, and then play games upon arrival at your destination. You might craft using found and natural objects\, create Andy Goldsworthy-style outdoor art installations with leaves\, rocks\, and thorns\, and explore ancient technologies like atlatls. You might track animals\, study scat\, look for the earliest signs of spring\, and figure out what bugs are doing when it’s really cold.\nCarpentry is limited to a maximum of six campers and to campers ages 12 and older. Many structures around camp\, including the games shed\, lost-and-found shed\,  and many picnic tables and benches\, were built by campers themselves! In the Carpentry Focus Group\, campers will build benches and signs for current and future campers. Campers will learn practical\, creative skills such as recognizing quality wood\, implementing essential safety measures\, measuring and marking lumber for their structure designs\, attaching wood pieces with bolts and hex screws\, and addressing design considerations to build a structure sturdy enough to withstand weather and the energy of enthusiastic adults and kids!\nTable Games is for those who want to try a new game! You will learn many new games and play old favorites. Games will include strategy games\, drawing games\, writing games\, storytelling games\, dice games\, card games\, indoor party games\, games from a variety of cultures and countries\, puzzle games\, mazes\, math games\, geography games\, “getting to know you” games\, and a LARGE variety of board games (Louise has quite a collection!) The opportunity to craft traditional games to take home will be included.\n\nDETAILS AND LOGISTICS \nCamp 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! \nCamp 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 (either Tue\, Feb 19 or Tue\, Feb 26). During the winter session\, they will have a heated studio available that can accommodate one group. \nSee more events at Clapping Hands Farm.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-2026-homeschool-camp-at-clapping-hands-farm/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:Clapping Hands Farm\, 3348 Alston Chapel Road\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Community Events,Fiber Arts,Nature,Painting,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20260117T062532Z
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SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Discussion at Jordan Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join NC State Parks and the US Army Corps of Engineers for a Bald Eagle Discussion at Jordan Lake on Thu\, Jan 22\, 10am-11am. Join a Park Ranger to discuss Bald Eagles and the upcoming Bald Eagle Festival. This program will cover basic Bald Eagle biology\, the nesting population at Jordan Lake\, and promote the annual Bald Eagle Festival. Registration is requested. \nThis program takes place outdoors at the Ebenezer Church Day-Use Area. Suitable for all ages\, this program is free and open to the public. Part of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events. See more America 250 events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/bald-eagle-discussion-at-jordan-lake/
LOCATION:Ebenezer Church Day Use Area\, 2582 Beaver Creek Rd\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Birders,Community Events,Families,Nature,Recreation,Workshops
GEO:35.7082336;-79.0157135
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20251216T095329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T095329Z
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SUMMARY:Photographing the Haw River
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chatham Community Library for Photographing the Haw River on Sat\, Jan 24\, 10am-11am. Enjoy viewing wildlife from the cozy comfort of indoors with a presentation by award-winning photographer Dr. Kevin Ricker. Marvel at his images of birds\, butterflies\, insects\, reptiles\, amphibians\, and mammals that make the Haw River their home. This free event is part of the Lower Haw Presents series hosted by Friends of Lower Haw River and co-sponsored by the Chatham Community Library \nThis FREE\, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors at the Chatham Community Library in the Holmes Family Meeting Room. 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. \nSee more events at the Chatham Community Library.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/photographing-the-haw-river/
LOCATION:Chatham Community Library\, 197 NC Hwy 87 N\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Events,Nature,Photography
GEO:35.7235856;-79.1888437
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20251216T120830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T045002Z
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SUMMARY:Winter 2026 Homeschool Camp at Clapping Hands Farm
DESCRIPTION: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! \nGENERAL SCHEDULE \n\nCamp 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.\nLunch.\nAnything 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.\nBuddy Group check-in and a Closing Circle before departure.\n\nFOCUS GROUPS \nThis session’s focus groups will include: \n\nEarth Romp is a playful exploration of all things outdoors. There will be exploring and discovering\, finding bugs and encountering animals and plants\, and running\, hiding\, climbing\, and playing. You might create new trails\, plant or find letterboxes\, go on a long hike\, and then play games upon arrival at your destination. You might craft using found and natural objects\, create Andy Goldsworthy-style outdoor art installations with leaves\, rocks\, and thorns\, and explore ancient technologies like atlatls. You might track animals\, study scat\, look for the earliest signs of spring\, and figure out what bugs are doing when it’s really cold.\nCarpentry is limited to a maximum of six campers and to campers ages 12 and older. Many structures around camp\, including the games shed\, lost-and-found shed\,  and many picnic tables and benches\, were built by campers themselves! In the Carpentry Focus Group\, campers will build benches and signs for current and future campers. Campers will learn practical\, creative skills such as recognizing quality wood\, implementing essential safety measures\, measuring and marking lumber for their structure designs\, attaching wood pieces with bolts and hex screws\, and addressing design considerations to build a structure sturdy enough to withstand weather and the energy of enthusiastic adults and kids!\nTable Games is for those who want to try a new game! You will learn many new games and play old favorites. Games will include strategy games\, drawing games\, writing games\, storytelling games\, dice games\, card games\, indoor party games\, games from a variety of cultures and countries\, puzzle games\, mazes\, math games\, geography games\, “getting to know you” games\, and a LARGE variety of board games (Louise has quite a collection!) The opportunity to craft traditional games to take home will be included.\n\nDETAILS AND LOGISTICS \nCamp 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! \nCamp 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 (either Tue\, Feb 19 or Tue\, Feb 26). During the winter session\, they will have a heated studio available that can accommodate one group. \nSee more events at Clapping Hands Farm.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-2026-homeschool-camp-at-clapping-hands-farm/2026-01-29/
LOCATION:Clapping Hands Farm\, 3348 Alston Chapel Road\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Community Events,Fiber Arts,Nature,Painting,Recreation
GEO:35.7125025;-79.1962877
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20260105T025128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T025128Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Sowing Pollinator Flowers
DESCRIPTION:At Winter Sowing Pollinator Flowers on Thu\, Jan 29\, 4pm-5pm\, you’ll join the Therapeutic Horticulture Extension Master Gardeners of Chatham County to learn about the benefits of growing native and pollinator flowers and how to winter sow. Winter sowing is the art of planting seeds in terrarium-like conditions and setting them outside to let nature work its magic. Participants will sow seeds and take away information and milk-jug terrariums. \nSupplies are included. This one-class session is instructed by Trish Hablutzel and Audrey Joy. Registration opens Mon\, Dec 22\, 2025\, and closes Mon\, Jan 26\, 2026. 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. \nThere is no fee to participate\, but registration is required. All ages are welcome. See more CCPRCR events.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/winter-sowing-pollinator-flowers/
LOCATION:The Arts Center\, 964 East Street\, Suite 105\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Families,Gardening & Florals,Workshops
GEO:35.7189187;-79.1604868
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20260122T011216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T015211Z
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SUMMARY:Houseplant 101 Workshop: Pothos Party with Cactus Cowgirl
DESCRIPTION:Join Cactus Cowgirl for a Houseplant 101 Workshop: Pothos Party on Thu\, Jan 29\, 7pm-8:30pm. In this fun\, beginner-friendly class\, you’ll learn everything you need to know about pothos: varieties\, light needs\, watering tips\, and how to keep them thriving long-term. Then\, roll up your sleeves and get creative as you build your own lush\, multi-pothos arrangement\, mixing different colors and textures into one beautiful planter you’ll take home the same night. \nThis workshop is equal parts education and fun—great for new plant parents\, seasoned collectors\, or anyone looking for a relaxing night surrounded by plants. Spots are limited to keep it hands-on and personal\, so sign up early and leave with confidence\, new plant knowledge\, and a statement pothos you’ll be proud to show off. Tickets are $59.06 per person and include: \n\nMulti-Pothos Arrangement (3 plants in 1 pot).\nPot with Sol Soils.\n2″ Mini Cactus.\n10% off the entire shop during the event.\nA cactus Cowgirl Saddle (Goodie) Bag.\n\nSee more events at Cactus Cowgirl.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/houseplant-101-workshop-pothos-party-with-cactus-cowgirl/
LOCATION:Cactus Cowgirl\, 19 Hillsboro Street\, Pittsboro\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening & Florals,Workshops
GEO:35.7219118;-79.1772598
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20260122T011831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011850Z
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SUMMARY:Cactus Cowgirl's Plant Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Cactus Cowgirl for Plant Bingo Night hosted on the last Friday of every month\, 7pm-9pm. Get ready for a night of plants\, prizes\, and pure fun. There will be seven exciting rounds of bingo\, each packed with chances to win awesome planty prizes—from houseplants to fun goodies you’ll love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just getting started\, this is the perfect way to hang out\, meet fellow plant lovers\, and enjoy a laid-back\, laughter-filled evening. Bring your friends and get ready to shout BINGO! Spaces are limited\, so sign up early and don’t miss out on one of their most fun events of the month! Tickets are $24.80 per person and include: \n\n7 rounds of Bingo\n2″ Mini Cactus\n10% off the entire store during the event.\nA cactus Cowgirl Saddle (Goodie) Bag\n\nSee more events at Cactus Cowgirl.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/cactus-cowgirls-plant-bingo-night/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Cactus Cowgirl\, 19 Hillsboro Street\, Pittsboro\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bingo,Gardening & Florals,Shopping
GEO:35.7219118;-79.1772598
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T181513
CREATED:20251218T044716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T044716Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Beekeeper Course
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chatham County Beekeepers Association for an in-person\, one-day Intermediate Beekeeper Course on Sat\, Jan 31\, 8am-5:30pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC).  The primary audience for the school is beekeepers with at least one year of beekeeping experience. This course is designed to help local beekeepers advance their knowledge and to increase the number of skilled beekeepers in the region. The course will be taught by a group of beekeepers who are not only subject matter experts but also have several years of practical knowledge and experience on the topics presented. At the conclusion of this one-day class\, participants will have received education regarding relevant beekeeping topics that will enable them to be better beekeepers and prepare them for advanced-level testing. \nThe cost is $75 for an individual attendee. Register online by completing this form and submitting it along with your payment. Registration closes at midnight on Wed\, Dec 31\, and no refunds will be given for cancellations after this date. The course schedule is as follows: \n\n8am: Registration opens.\n8:30am-10am: Honeybee Anatomy\, Physiology\, and Pheromones with Valarie Pallatto.\n10am-10:15am: Break.\n10:15am-11:45am: Queen Rearing for the Backyard Beekeeper with Jennifer Keller.\n11:45am-12:15pm: Lunch.\n12:15pm-1:30pm: Honeybee Pests – Varroa with Phil Uptmor.\n2:45pm-3pm: Break.\n3pm-4:15pm: Seasonal Management: Splitting and Swarm Control with Jody Moore of Rocky River Bees.\n4:15pm-5:30pm: Honey Production/Products of the Hive with Mike Smith.\n\nThis class takes place indoors in Hall A of CCACC. The space is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available on-site. No pets allowed. See more events at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center.
URL:https://visitpittsboro.com/event/intermediate-beekeeper-course/
LOCATION:Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center\, 1192 US-64 W\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Food and Drink,Nature,Workshops
GEO:35.722316261427;-79.196978910774
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