NC State College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors to the public for a free open house Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a very popular annual event. It takes place at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina. Wear closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by adults. No pets allowed. At this event you can … [Read more...] about Free: NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 23
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St. Patrick’s Day at Spring Haven Farm
Spring Haven Farm, at 5306 Homer Ruffin Rd, Chapel Hill, offers guests plenty of opportunities to spend time with goats. To see all their upcoming events, visit their Facebook page. You might be interested in our big list of animal encounters around the Triangle. St. Patrick's Day Spring Haven Farm is hosting special St. Patrick's Day events from March 6 to 10, and from March 13 to 17, … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Spring Haven Farm
Firefly Farm Opens for U-Pick Flowers May 11 — just in time for Mother’s Day
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you can also purchase eggs and seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. U-pick flowers open for the season on May 11, 2024, just in time for Mother's Day. The variety of flowers will vary according … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm Opens for U-Pick Flowers May 11 — just in time for Mother’s Day
Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences March 9
Reptile & Amphibian Day is returning to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The theme this year is crocodilians! At this popular festival, learn about reptiles and amphibians through crafts, lectures, close encounters and more. This is a free event. Exhibits Amphibians and ConservationNC … [Read more...] about Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences March 9
Piedmont Wildlife Center: Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour Feb 29
Piedmont Wildlife Center, at Leigh Farm Park, 364 Leigh Farm Road, Durham, connects people and nature through outdoor camps, school programs and more. They care for a number of animal ambassadors, including snakes, owls, turtles, hawks, rabbits, and more. On Thursday, February 29, 2024, Piedmont Wildlife Center is presenting a Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour, with tour times of 10 to 10:45 a.m. … [Read more...] about Piedmont Wildlife Center: Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour Feb 29
TICA Time Cat Show Feb 17-18
Cat lovers won't want to miss the TICA Time Cat Show on February 17 and 18, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Holshouser Building on the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road Raleigh. Admission: Bring a cat food donation for a $1 discount. There will be vendors with lots of kitty toys and other items, and there will also be cats from local shelters available for … [Read more...] about TICA Time Cat Show Feb 17-18
Sunrise Community Music Night Feb 10
Sunrise Community Farm Center, 6407 Millhouse Road, Chapel Hill, NC, has several upcoming events. Read on to learn what's going on. Community Music Night On Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 7 to 10 p.m., Sunrise Community Farm is hosting a Community Music Night. There's no charge to attend. There will be an acoustic band and a DJ. Enjoy live music and dancing in the barn. All ages are … [Read more...] about Sunrise Community Music Night Feb 10
Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart (reservations required)
PetSmart is offering FREE photos of your pet with Santa again! Paws and Claus takes place at all PetSmart locations in the United States and Canada (excluding PetSmart Groomery locations.) The photo sessions with Santa at PetSmart will be available from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on December 16 and 17, 2023. (Times might vary by location, however.) Reservations are required and go quickly. Book … [Read more...] about Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart (reservations required)
Holiday Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough Dec 2
RambleRill Farm, at 913 Arthur Minnis Road, Hillsborough, is hosting a monthly event, Saturday Slowdown, at RambleRill Farm. Several farms will be joining RambleRill Farm to sell their products, as will local artisans. It will take place the first Saturday of the month, from April to December 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow RambleRill Farm on Facebook for updates about each month's … [Read more...] about Holiday Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm in Hillsborough Dec 2
Day with the Turkeys Tour at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, at 7236 NC Highway 87 N, in Pittsboro, is a non-profit organization that works to protect animals from factory farms. The Refuge is a sanctuary that cares for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture and woods, where they will … [Read more...] about Day with the Turkeys Tour at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge