Avian and Exotic Animal Care, 8711 Fidelity Blvd, Raleigh, is celebrating its 23rd anniversary with an open house on Saturday, August 31st, 2019, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This is a free event. Here's some of what's going on: Live animal demonstrations Kids' activities Refreshments Wildlife Zoo animals Exotic animals Tours of the facilities More upcoming free … [Read more...] about 23rd Anniversary Open House at Avian and Exotic Animal Care in Raleigh
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Fridays on the Farm: music, food, hayrides (with goats)
Old Mill Farm of Durham, 8913 Hwy 751, Durham, is hosting an event that is sure to be a favorite with families. It will take place: Friday, July 26th, 2019, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, September 6th, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays on the Farm will feature live music, a petting zoo, and hayrides with goats. Word is that the goats love riding along on hayrides, especially with … [Read more...] about Fridays on the Farm: music, food, hayrides (with goats)
“One Giant Leap” Party, Dessert Club, more, at Barley Labs
Barley Labs is a dog-focused taproom, bottle and gift shop at 4015 University Drive, Durham. It has 16 beers on draft, bottled beer and growler fills to go, and a small selection of wine and cider. For the dogs, Barley Labs features all natural beer-grain dog treats made with recycled spent grain from Fullsteam Brewery. There are dog toys and beds for your dog to enjoy, as well … [Read more...] about “One Giant Leap” Party, Dessert Club, more, at Barley Labs
Goat Day and Flowers the Sheep’s Birthday Party at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge June 29
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 working to build a sanctuary that will care for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals will find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture … [Read more...] about Goat Day and Flowers the Sheep’s Birthday Party at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge June 29
Free: Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
The 25th Annual Reptile and Amphibian Day will take place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, March 16, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's free to attend and perfect for all ages. The theme this year is toads! Here's what's going on: Presentations in the Daily Planet Theater throughout the day Presentations on the World Stage … [Read more...] about Free: Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
High Riders 4-H Horse Club Christmas Open House in Clayton: free horseback rides
The High Riders 4-H Horse Club is holding a free Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 8th, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 12490 Buffalo Road, Clayton. Enjoy: Free horseback rides (riders: max 250 pounds) Meet a miniature horse Crafts for kids Refreshments Information on 4-H If it rains, the event will be canceled. Call 919-523-2287 with any … [Read more...] about High Riders 4-H Horse Club Christmas Open House in Clayton: free horseback rides
Cary Dog Days
Cary Dog Days takes place Saturday, October 6th, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It's free to attend. This is a fun day for families and their dogs. Here's what's going on: Skyhoundz Canine Frisbee Competition Local dog rescue groups Adoptable dogs Dog wash by Cary Teen Council Cary Animal Control and local veterinarians … [Read more...] about Cary Dog Days
Your guide to goats in the Triangle: where to meet them, do yoga with them, go on a hayride with them and more
Some of us can't get enough of goats. The good news for us is that there are many opportunities to spend time with goats in the Triangle. You probably know that you can do yoga with goats, but did you know that you can go on a hayride with a goat, listen to a concert with a goat or watch a movie with goats? Here are some places in the Triangle to get your goat fix. Visit the farms' websites and … [Read more...] about Your guide to goats in the Triangle: where to meet them, do yoga with them, go on a hayride with them and more
