Learn about moths at Moth Madness, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 8 to 11 p.m., at Pritchard Park, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. At this outdoor event, David George, science educator and co-author of the Moths of North Carolina website, will lead a nighttime celebrations of moths. The event features games, … [Read more...] about Moth Madness, with New Hope Bird Alliance
Animals
Canceled: Patriotic Pet Parade at The Raleigh Market June 29
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the extreme heat. The Raleigh Market, at 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, is hosting a Patriotic Pet Parade on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 11 a.m. It's free to enter, and prizes will be awarded, including a $100 grand prize. Advance registration is required. Dress your pet (and yourself) in patriotic gear and compete for: The Raleigh Market is … [Read more...] about Canceled: Patriotic Pet Parade at The Raleigh Market June 29
“Shell-a-Brate” World Turtle Day at Piedmont Wildlife Center May 23
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. Here is an upcoming event: "Shell-a-Brate" World Turtle DayThursday, May 23, 20245:30 to 7 p.m.Free with suggested $10 donation Join … [Read more...] about “Shell-a-Brate” World Turtle Day at Piedmont Wildlife Center May 23
Mother’s Day with Goats at Spring Haven Farm May 8-12
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. Mother's Day With Goats Spring Haven Farm is hosting special event, Mother's Day with Goats, from May 8 to 12, 2024, from 10 … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day with Goats at Spring Haven Farm May 8-12
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
Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 4
Cary Animal Services and Town of Cary are hosting Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Cary Police Department, 120 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, NC. It's free to attend. The event features: Well behaved pets are invited. … [Read more...] about Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 4
Free program on backyard snakes in Cary
N.C. Herpetological Society, N.C. Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation and NCSU Herpetology Club are presenting a free program, Meet Your Backyard Snakes, on Saturday, Arpil 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Buehler Shelter at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. Come meet and learn about the native snakes that live in our area. Get your questions answered by … [Read more...] about Free program on backyard snakes in Cary
Free: NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 23
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
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
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
