ZNA Carolina is dedicated to the appreciation of and education about koi fish. You'll have the opportunity to learn about koi at the ZNA Carolina Koi Show the weekend of May 13th to 15th, 2022. It'll take place outdoors, at the Raleigh Elks Lodge #735, 5538 Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh. Friday, May 13th, 2022: 12 to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 14th, 2022: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, May … [Read more...] about Koi Fish Show
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Matriarchs of Mordecai: Exploring Women’s History at Mordecai Historic Park
Mordecai Historic Park, at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, includes the Mordecai House, which is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location. It was built in 1785. The park also includes: Cure barn ca. 1840Plantation Office ca. 1840Ellen Mordecai Garden ca. 1842Mordecai SpringAllen Kitchen ca. 1842Andrew Johnson Birthplace ca. 1800Badger Iredell Law Office ca. 1810St. Mark's Chapel ca. … [Read more...] about Matriarchs of Mordecai: Exploring Women’s History at Mordecai Historic Park
Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival at Fletcher Park
Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival is an epicurean and botanical adventure at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC. This free event takes place Saturday, May 28th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Explore dessert, artisan and savory food vendors, and experience samples and demos. Shop for plants from local nurseries and do shopping from local farms. You'll get the chance to … [Read more...] about Dig the City: Food and Flower Festival at Fletcher Park
Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden, including Mother’s Day
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 … [Read more...] about Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden, including Mother’s Day
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, enjoy entertainment, art and other vendors. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 525 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on two … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 30
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 30th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 30
Pick your own flowers at Firefly Farm starting May 7th
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. U-pick flowers will open on Saturday, May 7th, 2022. The farm will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Wednesday to Saturday. Follow Firefly Farm on Facebook for updates during the growing season. The cost is $20 per group. You'll be able to pick enough to … [Read more...] about Pick your own flowers at Firefly Farm starting May 7th
For Friday’s Sake at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping: live music, food truck and extended shopping hours
For Garden's Sake Garden Center and Landscaping, 9197 NC Hwy 751, Durham, is a full-service landscaping company and family friendly garden center on a 20-acre site at the intersection of Chatham, Durham and Wake Counties. You can shop for plants and also learn how For Garden's Sake can help with your landscaping. For Garden's Sake hosts many events, often free. Check their Facebook page to … [Read more...] about For Friday’s Sake at For Garden’s Sake Garden Center and Landscaping: live music, food truck and extended shopping hours
Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 8-10
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The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show runs April 8th to 10th, 2022, at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, in two buildings, the Exposition Center and the Jim Graham Building, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh. Your projects begin here! Hours of Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show Friday, April 8th: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Saturday, April 9th: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Sunday, April 10th: 11 a.m. to 6 … [Read more...] about Save 50% on tickets to the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show April 8-10
Raleigh residents: Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch
The City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department is holding a Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch. Residents can purchase one cubic yard of leaf mulch and get another cubic yard for free. The leaf mulch is $20 per cubic yard. That's about the size of a standard oven. Visit the Raleigh Yard Waste Center, at 900 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh, to purchase the mulch. You'll be responsible for … [Read more...] about Raleigh residents: Spring BOGO sale on leaf mulch
