Join the Orchid Gallery for Small Group Classes, hosted on the following dates: Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 14, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 28, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm-5pm. This class is offered to groups of 3-6 people. Your group will tour the greenhouses and ask questions about orchid cultivation. You will be surrounded by thousands...
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2 events,Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight... Need more time to shop? Well, you're in luck because For Garden's Sake extends its garden center hours during For Friday's Sake, hosted on select Friday evenings in April and May, 5pm-8pm. The Potting Shed is open and serves beverages and Sunset Slush. Come enjoy live music, food trucks, drinks, sweet treats, and the patio ambiance as... |
8 events,Join Chatham County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources for the second-annual Family Camp Day on Sat, May 2, 9am-1pm at Northwest District Park! They will open their camp facility in... Join Triangle Land Conservancy on a gorgeous morning hike for Pines of the Piedmont on Sat, May 2, 9am-11:30am. Along the way, you will meander through this unique ecosystem and learn more about the five pines you can find at White Pines Nature Preserve, including species not typically found in the North Carolina Piedmont, but still remain... Join Bar T Horsemanship for their annual Cow Clinic on Sat, May 2, 9am-4pm. This is their ever-popular introduction to cows clinic, good for any discipline! This clinic is for anyone who wants to learn how to push cows in the pasture and do cow work in the arena. Please note that this is not a roping clinic.... Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat - Bountiful Tomatoes and Peppers on Sat, May 2, 10am-10:30am. Get ready for a successful summer harvest! During this lecture-based walk-and-talk all about growing healthy, productive tomato and pepper plants, For Garden's Sake's Trees & Shrubs Plant Coach will cover choosing the right varieties, A/B watering with sodium... Join Chatham Community Library and Friends of the Lower Haw for Trails and Treats on Sat, May 2, 10am-11am. Trails and Treats is the first statewide trail guide written by women in NC, combining two favorite activities – hiking and trail running – with tasty treats that can top off your outdoor adventures. Authors Hollis Oberlies and Palmer McIntyre created... |
5 events,Join My Little Farmer for a drop-in Veterinarian Open Play on Sun, May 3, hosted at the following times: 9:30am-11am. 11:30am-1pm. At the farm, they work hard to keep the animals happy, healthy, and safe! Bring your future veterinarians to give the animals a check-up at their special self-paced "Veterinarian Open Play". The cost is $15 per child, and... Join My Little Farmer for a drop-in Veterinarian Open Play on Sun, May 3, hosted at the following times: 9:30am-11am. 11:30am-1pm. At the farm, they work hard to keep the animals happy, healthy, and safe! Bring your future veterinarians to give the animals a check-up at their special self-paced "Veterinarian Open Play". The cost is $15 per child, and... Come out and celebrate strawberry season with a Strawberry Social at The Plant on Sun, May 3, 12pm-6pm. Strawberry Social welcomes spring with fresh strawberries, local vendors, and live music at The Plant. This family-friendly festival highlights strawberry desserts, drinks, and seasonal treats. The event celebrates local agriculture and community connection. The day will feature Live Music by... Join For Garden's Sake for Planting for Pollinators on Sun, May 3, 1pm-2pm at The Robin's Nest. Transform your garden into a vibrant, buzzing sanctuary for the creatures that keep our ecosystem thriving. This class is designed to help you look at your garden through the eyes of the wildlife that depends on it. FGS will feature common Piedmont pollinators, from native... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
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1 event,Join The Plant for a Sustainable Spirits and Plant Swap on Thu, May 7, 5:30pm-7:30pm in celebration of International Composting Week! Sustainable Spirits are rotating events throughout the state and are organized by the North Carolina Composting Council. These casual networking events that bring together others who are passionate about sustainability, composting, healthy soils, and climate resilience. Those... |
3 events,Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight... Need more time to shop? Well, you're in luck because For Garden's Sake extends its garden center hours during For Friday's Sake, hosted on select Friday evenings in April and May, 5pm-8pm. The Potting Shed is open and serves beverages and Sunset Slush. Come enjoy live music, food trucks, drinks, sweet treats, and the patio ambiance as... Friends of Lower Haw is offering another outing in its “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” hiking series in the Lower Haw River State Natural Area, this time with a Gabriel's Bend Overlook Hike on Fri, May 8, 6pm-7pm. Join Outdoor NC Guide & Haw River native Ben Clarke and his trusty dog Rocco... |
5 events,Join Two Sisters Adventure Company for a Bald Eagle Search Paddle at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, hosted on select dates throughout 2026. Jordan Lake is one of the best Bald Eagle viewing locations in the region. You will paddle past multiple nesting areas in search of our majestic national bird. While sightings are not guaranteed, Bald Eagles... Join My Little Farmer for Bunnies and Buds, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 9, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sun, May 10, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sip tea, cuddle bunnies, and plant something special together! The perfect mix of cozy, cute, and creative for moms and their littles. The visit includes lemonade and iced tea, flower arranging, and time with the... Join My Little Farmer for Bunnies and Buds, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 9, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sun, May 10, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sip tea, cuddle bunnies, and plant something special together! The perfect mix of cozy, cute, and creative for moms and their littles. The visit includes lemonade and iced tea, flower arranging, and time with the... Join For Garden's Sake for a Farm to Vase: Peony Vase Arrangement Workshop on Sat, May 9, 2pm-4pm. This workshop will feature fresh, seasonal blooms straight from One Fun Gal Flower Farm in South Durham. Under the guidance of local flower farmer Anya McBrayer, you’ll start by learning the fundamentals of vase arrangement design: how to select... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
4 events,Join My Little Farmer for Bunnies and Buds, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 9, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sun, May 10, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sip tea, cuddle bunnies, and plant something special together! The perfect mix of cozy, cute, and creative for moms and their littles. The visit includes lemonade and iced tea, flower arranging, and time with the... Join My Little Farmer for Bunnies and Buds, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 9, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sun, May 10, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11:30am. Sip tea, cuddle bunnies, and plant something special together! The perfect mix of cozy, cute, and creative for moms and their littles. The visit includes lemonade and iced tea, flower arranging, and time with the... Join Buck Naked Farm for a Mother’s Day Peony Workshop on Sun, May 10, 1pm-3pm. Celebrate Mother’s Day with flowers that feel just as special as the occasion. This annual Mother’s Day Peony Workshop is a favorite spring tradition, bringing mothers, daughters, and loved ones together to design with lush, seasonal peonies at their peak. This hands-on... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
1 event,The Artful Life Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Mon, May 11-Fri, May 15, 9am-5pm, brings together Clapping Hands Farm alums and brand new people who share the experience of being young adults who value living intentionally and creatively in a community. You do not have to identify as an artist to come to this camp, but you will... |
2 events,The Artful Life Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Mon, May 11-Fri, May 15, 9am-5pm, brings together Clapping Hands Farm alums and brand new people who share the experience of being young adults who value living intentionally and creatively in a community. You do not have to identify as an artist to come to this camp, but you will... 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... |
1 event,The Artful Life Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Mon, May 11-Fri, May 15, 9am-5pm, brings together Clapping Hands Farm alums and brand new people who share the experience of being young adults who value living intentionally and creatively in a community. You do not have to identify as an artist to come to this camp, but you will... |
2 events,The Artful Life Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Mon, May 11-Fri, May 15, 9am-5pm, brings together Clapping Hands Farm alums and brand new people who share the experience of being young adults who value living intentionally and creatively in a community. You do not have to identify as an artist to come to this camp, but you will... Join the Orchid Gallery for Small Group Classes, hosted on the following dates: Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 14, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 28, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm-5pm. This class is offered to groups of 3-6 people. Your group will tour the greenhouses and ask questions about orchid cultivation. You will be surrounded by thousands... |
3 events,The Artful Life Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Mon, May 11-Fri, May 15, 9am-5pm, brings together Clapping Hands Farm alums and brand new people who share the experience of being young adults who value living intentionally and creatively in a community. You do not have to identify as an artist to come to this camp, but you will... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight... Need more time to shop? Well, you're in luck because For Garden's Sake extends its garden center hours during For Friday's Sake, hosted on select Friday evenings in April and May, 5pm-8pm. The Potting Shed is open and serves beverages and Sunset Slush. Come enjoy live music, food trucks, drinks, sweet treats, and the patio ambiance as... |
8 events,The NC Master Naturalist Program - Insects & Pollinators takes place Sat, May 16, 9am-12pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). Class time will focus on a discussion of pollinators. Then, you will move to the Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills to do some observations. During the garden visit, you will practice... Join My Little Farmer for Ducklings and Donuts, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 16, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Sun, May 17, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Welcome the new ducklings! This visit includes interactions with the ducklings, water play, a craft, photo ops, and a delicious treat from Duck Donuts. The cost is $25 per child, and adult participation is required.... Join Bar T Horsemanship for their annual Obstacles and Trail Clinic on Sat, May 16, 9am-4pm. This year, they are combining these two clinics. A few of the challenges they will address include: Buddy sour/herd sour horses. Rider confidence. Crossing water. Gait transitions from walk/trot to canter/lope. Jigging on the trail. Standing on a loose rein. Following too... Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat - Pollinator Plants on Sat, May 16, 10am-10:30am. Create a garden that supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators! During this informative, lecture-based walk-and-talk, Kelly highlights plants that attract and nourish pollinators throughout the growing season. Learn which flowers, shrubs, and perennials are best for supporting pollinator habitats,... Join For Garden's Sake for Introduction to the Art of Bonsai. This engaging class is for those interested in learning about this fascinating horticultural art form. The class and hands-on workshop will teach the aesthetic aspects of classical bonsai, as well as the technical and horticultural fundamentals you’ll need to enjoy this wonderful hobby. The class... |
4 events,Join My Little Farmer for Ducklings and Donuts, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 16, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Sun, May 17, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Welcome the new ducklings! This visit includes interactions with the ducklings, water play, a craft, photo ops, and a delicious treat from Duck Donuts. The cost is $25 per child, and adult participation is required.... Join Cool Creek Farm for Farm Yoga, hosted every Sunday, May 17-Jun 28, 9am-10:15am. Katie Cousins of Fireforged Yoga is offering an outdoor, all-levels flow class at Cool Creek Farm! The class lasts approximately 75 minutes and takes place outdoors. The cost is $18 per person and can be paid by exact cash or a check brought... Join My Little Farmer for Ducklings and Donuts, hosted on the following dates: Sat, May 16, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Sun, May 17, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am. Welcome the new ducklings! This visit includes interactions with the ducklings, water play, a craft, photo ops, and a delicious treat from Duck Donuts. The cost is $25 per child, and adult participation is required.... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
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1 event,Join NC Cooperative Extension and the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences (NCDA&CS) for Pittsboro Pesticide Safety School on Tue, May 19 and Wed, May 20, 8:30am-5pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). This 1.5-day school is in person. Day one will cover core training. Day two will offer the following sessions: Ornamentals. Turf.... |
2 events,Join NC Cooperative Extension and the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences (NCDA&CS) for Pittsboro Pesticide Safety School on Tue, May 19 and Wed, May 20, 8:30am-5pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). This 1.5-day school is in person. Day one will cover core training. Day two will offer the following sessions: Ornamentals. Turf.... Are you looking for a fun way to spend the morning with your son, daughter, niece, nephew, or grandchild? Then Carolina Tiger Rescue’s Tiger Tales Tour is just right for you. You’ll join one of their trained team members for a fun and engaging story time before creating an animal-themed take-home craft. After all masterpieces are... |
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2 events,Join Old Mill Farm for Fridays at The Farm, hosted every Friday night, March-November, 4pm-9pm. Enjoy family-friendly live music and activities on their quaint Century Farm. Grab a Season Pass while they are still available to gain access to all 2026 shows! Gates open at 4pm, and live music starts at 9pm. The event features a rotating selection... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
3 events,The Women's Week Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Sat, May 23-Wed, May 27, 9am-4pm, is about creativity, relaxation, and sisterhood in equal measure. You'll feel rested, nurtured, befriended, and inspired. Camp days will include movement, thanksgiving, play, a selection of different workshops, leisurely lunches, a check-in with a small group, and circles to begin and end the... Join Old Mill Farm for a Saturday Slowdown on Sat, May 23, 11am-3pm. Start your weekend off right with some time on the farm! Visit your favorite farm animals, catch some fish in the pond, have a picnic, and more. Enjoy free admission! This is a great time to enjoy the farm on a slower day. There will... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
3 events,The Women's Week Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Sat, May 23-Wed, May 27, 9am-4pm, is about creativity, relaxation, and sisterhood in equal measure. You'll feel rested, nurtured, befriended, and inspired. Camp days will include movement, thanksgiving, play, a selection of different workshops, leisurely lunches, a check-in with a small group, and circles to begin and end the... Join Cool Creek Farm for Farm Yoga, hosted every Sunday, May 17-Jun 28, 9am-10:15am. Katie Cousins of Fireforged Yoga is offering an outdoor, all-levels flow class at Cool Creek Farm! The class lasts approximately 75 minutes and takes place outdoors. The cost is $18 per person and can be paid by exact cash or a check brought... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
1 event,The Women's Week Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Sat, May 23-Wed, May 27, 9am-4pm, is about creativity, relaxation, and sisterhood in equal measure. You'll feel rested, nurtured, befriended, and inspired. Camp days will include movement, thanksgiving, play, a selection of different workshops, leisurely lunches, a check-in with a small group, and circles to begin and end the... |
1 event,The Women's Week Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Sat, May 23-Wed, May 27, 9am-4pm, is about creativity, relaxation, and sisterhood in equal measure. You'll feel rested, nurtured, befriended, and inspired. Camp days will include movement, thanksgiving, play, a selection of different workshops, leisurely lunches, a check-in with a small group, and circles to begin and end the... |
2 events,The Women's Week Camp at Clapping Hands Farm, hosted Sat, May 23-Wed, May 27, 9am-4pm, is about creativity, relaxation, and sisterhood in equal measure. You'll feel rested, nurtured, befriended, and inspired. Camp days will include movement, thanksgiving, play, a selection of different workshops, leisurely lunches, a check-in with a small group, and circles to begin and end the... Join Old Mill Farm for an Open Farm, hosted every Wednesday in May, 3pm-7pm. Enjoy free admission to the farm for a beautiful evening. Pet a goat, catch a fish, and more! Enjoy $1 off all draft beers. Please note that there will be no live music or food trucks at the farm on Wednesdays. This event... |
2 events,Join the Orchid Gallery for Small Group Classes, hosted on the following dates: Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 14, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, May 28, 3:30pm-5pm. Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm-5pm. This class is offered to groups of 3-6 people. Your group will tour the greenhouses and ask questions about orchid cultivation. You will be surrounded by thousands... Join Old Mill Farm for Beer and Banjos, hosted every Thursday, April-November, 6pm-8pm. This free weekly bluegrass night offers a low-key Thursday evening on the lawn with live music from local and regional acts, a rotating food truck for dinner, and the farm's full bar pouring local craft beer, cider, wine, and mead. Pet a goat, claim... |
3 events,Join Old Mill Farm for Fridays at The Farm, hosted every Friday night, March-November, 4pm-9pm. Enjoy family-friendly live music and activities on their quaint Century Farm. Grab a Season Pass while they are still available to gain access to all 2026 shows! Gates open at 4pm, and live music starts at 9pm. The event features a rotating selection... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... 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... |
6 events,Join Two Sisters Adventure Company for a Bald Eagle Search Paddle at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, hosted on select dates throughout 2026. Jordan Lake is one of the best Bald Eagle viewing locations in the region. You will paddle past multiple nesting areas in search of our majestic national bird. While sightings are not guaranteed, Bald Eagles... Join Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge for Moral Character and Meat-Eating: A Philosophy Talk by Zach Ferguson on Sat, May 30, 11am-1:30pm. Zach Ferguson, a PhD Candidate and longtime friend of the Refuge, is returning for an exciting talk! In collaboration with Carolina Public Humanities, Ferguson will discuss contemporary philosophical debates about the ethics of meat eating. While some modern... What a fun opportunity to bring your family to the meadery for A Visit with Friends—CLAWS. This incredible non-profit organization is bringing its winged friends to the meadery for a visit. See owls, hawks, and Grip the Raven up close and personal, and learn more about these unique visitors and CLAWS's efforts. This event is... Join The Plant for a Climate Solutions Fair on Sat, May 30, 12pm-4pm. Bring the whole family to the Climate Solutions Fair for a day of exploration and fun, with delicious food and refreshing drinks, while the kids play at this special event. Come see how Haw River Assembly is bringing the community together for climate solutions.... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |
3 events,Join Cool Creek Farm for Farm Yoga, hosted every Sunday, May 17-Jun 28, 9am-10:15am. Katie Cousins of Fireforged Yoga is offering an outdoor, all-levels flow class at Cool Creek Farm! The class lasts approximately 75 minutes and takes place outdoors. The cost is $18 per person and can be paid by exact cash or a check brought... Join Sky Pond for a Woven Wild Seasonal Day Retreats Circle on Sun, May 31, 9:30am-3:30pm. This is a seasonal day retreat to recenter and connect with women across generations. Enjoy creative exercises, heartfelt conversations, and time to reflect in a beautiful, natural setting. Grow and renew with each season of life. Tea and snacks are provided;... Carolina Tiger Rescue's popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR's animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The day's work is... |