Keep Durham Beautiful is an organization that works with Durham communities and businesses to remove waste, and to plant trees and community gardens. Keep Durham Beautiful is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, and works in partnership with the City of Durham's General Services Department and Durham County to help residents take action through volunteer opportunities, tool lending, … [Read more...] about Last days to apply: Free flower bulbs for community organizations from Keep Durham Beautiful — apply by Jan 14
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Movie Night at Pace Family Farms: Home Alone
Pace Family Farms, at 12701 Buffalo Road, in Clayton, practices sustainable agriculture to bring you strawberries, onions, broccoli, cabbage, green beans, cucumbers, squash, strawberries and more. Pace Family Farms is included in our list of you-pick farms throughout the Triangle. Movie Night at Pace Family Farm Most Fridays in the fall, Pace Family Farm is hosting a movie … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Pace Family Farms: Home Alone
Summer Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden
Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, features 28-acres of of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare delights, and an array of unusual trees and shrubs that you won't see anywhere else in the world. Plant Delights Nursery is not your typical nursery. Many of the plants were collected by founder Tony Avent … [Read more...] about Summer Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden
Free virtual classes on home gardening from Duke Gardens
Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street in Durham, is considered one of the 10 top public gardens in the United States and is free to visit. It's open every day, 365 days a year, from 8 a.m. to dusk. It features a rose garden, sundial and butterfly garden, terraces and fish pool, and much more. In addition to the free admission every day (please note that there's a small charge for parking) the … [Read more...] about Free virtual classes on home gardening from Duke Gardens
Healthcare workers: get a free lawn mowing
Plowz & Mowz, with a partnership by Toro, is offering FREE lawn mowing to healthcare workers, for a limited time. Learn about more freebies and discounts for healthcare workers. About the company: Plowz & Mowz offers lawn mowing on-demand, through local lawncare partners. They offer other services as well, although they might not be available in all areas: Lawn mowing Leaf … [Read more...] about Healthcare workers: get a free lawn mowing
Get free wildflower seeds from Arm & Hammer
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Arm & Hammer is bringing a little bit of color and beauty to your yard. Sign up to receive a FREE plantable seed card to grow colorful flowers in a flowerpot or your yard. To get your seeds, register here. Limit one per household. The seeds are available in the 48 continental United States only, while supplies last. Interested … [Read more...] about Get free wildflower seeds from Arm & Hammer
Thinking of starting a garden? Here are some tips, and Triangle garden centers that deliver
Many people are using this time at home to start their first garden. It can seem overwhelming if you haven't gardened before. Here is some advice for first-time gardeners, as well as information about places in the Triangle to get gardening supplies via curbside pickup or delivery. Where to get gardening supplies in the Triangle Ace Hardware Ace Hardware has a raised bed kit that requires … [Read more...] about Thinking of starting a garden? Here are some tips, and Triangle garden centers that deliver
Lavender Planting Clinic at Hillsborough Farmers’ Market March 28
On Saturday, March 28th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunshine Lavender Farm is holding a FREE lavender spring planting clinic and sale at the Hillsborough Farmers Market, 430 Waterstone Drive, Hillsborough. Info on the event: Choose from a variety of lavender seedlings proven on the farm to thrive in the South, and shop from our line of handcrafted gifts for body, garden, home and … [Read more...] about Lavender Planting Clinic at Hillsborough Farmers’ Market March 28
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 17 to 26
The Wake Forest HerbFest will be held April 17-19 and April 24-26, 2020 at Festival Park, 525 South White Street, in downtown Wake Forest. Fridays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Annual event will feature a variety of vendors appealing to those interested in gardening, home, cooking and a healthy lifestyle, entertainment and the largest … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 17 to 26
8 food deals for 4th of July Week
As you plan your 4th of July festivities, keep in mind these restaurant freebies and deals. All specify "participating locations" so you might want to call ahead and verify before setting out. These deals are for 2019. Scroll down for a big list of 4th of July events. You might also be interested in: Free events this week Outdoor summer movies Subscribing to Triangle on the … [Read more...] about 8 food deals for 4th of July Week
