Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Jordan Lake Bald Eagle Paddles along the northern reaches of Jordan Lake in search of its majestic residents. Jordan Lake State Recreation Area is considered one of the largest summertime nesting areas for Bald Eagles in the southeastern US. While they cannot guarantee a bald eagle sighting, they can say that over...
The Haw River Assembly and The Plant are teaming up to host the 2025 Climate Action Fair on Sat, Apr 26, 1pm-5pm. Connect with climate-related vendors and organizations while exploring climate justice initiatives in our area. Enjoy live bands, interactive demonstrations, fun activities, and a special screening of a new PBS documentary with expert panelists. The eateries and...
Join Laura Maule of Mellow Marsh Farms for a Weeds and Wildflowers Talk on Sun, Apr 27, 10:15am-11:45am for an informal gathering to learn more about native plants. This session will cover some basic definitions (such as native, non-native, invasive, local eco-type, and cultivar), as well as share some general maintenance and growing information about some of Laura's...
Green Thumb Gardeners on Tue, Apr 29, 9:30am-10:15am answers the question "How does my garden grow?" In this class, CCPRCR will answer that question by digging in and getting their hands dirty to explore how seeds, soil, sun, bees, birds, and water become fruits, flowers, and vegetables. Registration opens Mon, Mar 10 and closes Mon, Apr 21. This event is held...
Join Bynumite Maggie Franz for a hands-on Flower Pressing Workshop on Tue, Apr 29, 10am-12pm. Discover techniques for preserving blooms and creating your own botanical art in a relaxed and creative environment. 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...
Join Triangle Land Conservancy on a gorgeous morning Guided Hike at White Pines on Sat, May 10, 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. This will be a moderate 3-mile...
Create a stunning hanging basket just in time for Mother's Day at this Hanging Basket Workshop on Sat, May 10 at For Garden's Sake. Enjoy light refreshments and a complimentary mimosa from The Potting Shed while learning design principles to build in that WOW factor. Then fill your basket with gorgeous flowers to hang at your home or...
Join For Garden's Sake for a Mother's Day Fairy Garden Workshop on Sat, May 10, 11am-12pm. Whether you’re a plant mom, Mom or Dad with kiddos, Mom & Mom duo, bringing a sibling or a friend, or a Great Lover of Fairies and Gnomes, you will enjoy building this gorgeous bowl that will surely bring joy to all who...
Create a stunning hanging basket just in time for Mother's Day at this Hanging Basket Workshop on Sat, May 10 at For Garden's Sake. Enjoy light refreshments and a complimentary mimosa from The Potting Shed while learning design principles to build in that WOW factor. Then fill your basket with gorgeous flowers to hang at your home or...
Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Paddle Under the Stars with the Morehead Planetarium. Learn about the night sky on these exceptional evenings. Participants will enjoy a delightful mix of science and mythology about the night sky while relaxing in canoes or kayaks on the water. It's like an IMAX Planetarium, but in real life at Jordan...
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Water Bath Canning Workshop: Zucchini-Pineapple on Thu, May 22, 11am-12:30pm for a fun and informative workshop on water bath canning with a twist. Learn how to preserve the unique and delicious combination of zucchini and pineapple so you can enjoy it year-round. Foodies - don't miss out on this hands-on workshop,...
Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Stand Up Paddleboard Basics on Sun, May 25, 11am-12:30pm at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. This class covers how to get on and off your board, paddling techniques, proper stance, turning methods, and the various types of stand-up paddleboards (SUPs). Perfect for beginners or those wanting to improve skills. Ages 10 and up are welcome....
Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Intro to Whitewater Kayaking on Sat, May 31, 11am-3pm and Sun, Jun 1, 11am-5pm at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. This two-day course will introduce participants to the world of whitewater kayaking! Students will begin in a controlled flatwater environment, where they will be introduced to their whitewater kayak, practice the wet-exit procedure, and learn basic...
Join Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge for a Vegan Eggs Cooking Class on Sun, Jun 1, 11am-2pm. During PFAR's first cooking class of the year, you'll learn how to craft delicious dishes with vegan eggs! Cooking instructor Monika Soria Caruso will walk you through the many different ways to incorporate plant-based egg substitutes into your cooking, and there will...
Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Intro to Whitewater Kayaking on Sat, May 31, 11am-3pm and Sun, Jun 1, 11am-5pm at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. This two-day course will introduce participants to the world of whitewater kayaking! Students will begin in a controlled flatwater environment, where they will be introduced to their whitewater kayak, practice the wet-exit procedure, and learn basic...
Join Frog Hollow Outdoors for Paddle Under the Stars with the Morehead Planetarium. Learn about the night sky on these exceptional evenings. Participants will enjoy a delightful mix of science and mythology about the night sky while relaxing in canoes or kayaks on the water. It's like an IMAX Planetarium, but in real life at Jordan...
Summer is coming in HOT! Could your annual containers use a refresh? Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat: Refresh Your Summer Plantings on Sat, Jun 7 at the following times: 10am-11am. 2pm-3pm. Discuss how to care for your plants for the rest of summer, plus personalized suggestions will be given when you bring a picture of your...
Are you trying to live in accordance with your values? Are you interested in animal ethics, the environment, or activism in general? Are you grappling with how to make an impact in today’s complex world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then PFAR's upcoming Philosophy Talk at The Refuge on Sat, Jun 7, 10am-1pm is perfect...
Summer is coming in HOT! Could your annual containers use a refresh? Join For Garden's Sake for a Gardenside Chat: Refresh Your Summer Plantings on Sat, Jun 7 at the following times: 10am-11am. 2pm-3pm. Discuss how to care for your plants for the rest of summer, plus personalized suggestions will be given when you bring a picture of your...
Join Kingston 99 Kitchen and Fair Game Beverage Company at The Plant for a Purple Martin Dinner on Sat, Jun 14, 6pm-8pm. This special dinner, celebrating the beneficial Purple Martin, will span three courses, provided by Kingston 99, and feature drinks by Fair Game. The evening will also include live music by Smith & Lynn. The cost is...
