North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences hosts Science Café once a month at The Daily Planet, in North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' Nature Research Center Wing, 121 West Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The Daily Planet also hosts Science Trivia once a month, on the first Thursday of each month. Mingle with friends, learn something new, and compete for prizes and bragging rights. … [Read more...] about Science Café at The Daily Planet May 15
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Astronomy on Tap at Durty Bull Brewing May 14
Astronomy on Tap is a series of short, accessible talks about astronomy, over beer. Astronomy on Tap's Triangle chapter holds its talks at Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway Street, Durham, North Carolina. The events take place 7 to 9 p.m. and are free to attend. The events start with trivia. You might want to also follow Astronomy on Tap Triangle on Facebook and Twitter so that you'll … [Read more...] about Astronomy on Tap at Durty Bull Brewing May 14
Scented Storytime at Durham County Library May 13
Bright Black Candle Co. is hosting Scented Storytime events at branches of Durham County Library. Each of these events will be a storytelling journey through scent, song and laughter. Scented Storytime is for preschoolers and their families. Registration is required. Follow the links below. Scented StorytimeThursday, February 13, 202510:30 to 11:30 a.m.Main Library300 N Roxboro Street, … [Read more...] about Scented Storytime at Durham County Library May 13
Evening Stroll at JC Raulston Arboretum May 13, and more…
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum hosts many … [Read more...] about Evening Stroll at JC Raulston Arboretum May 13, and more…
Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
UNC School of Medicine is presenting a free monthly lecture series, Mini Med School, at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. All ages are welcome. You can also attend on Zoom. Free swag for people who attend three sessions in person. More information and a registration link. Mini Med School takes place the second Tuesday of the month from 6 to 7:30 … [Read more...] about Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
Lecture Lounge — Rise of Third Parties: Election Reform and our Political Moment May 30
Lecture Lounge is a series of 90-minute lectures from professors, researchers, artists and communities, open to the community, and held in relaxed public settings, like bars and cafes. The goal of Lecture Lounge is to provide approachable lectures on a variety of topics. At Lecture Lounge, for the first 30 minutes participants get checked in, grab some food and drink and mingle. The lecturer … [Read more...] about Lecture Lounge — Rise of Third Parties: Election Reform and our Political Moment May 30
Get Wild! Creek Critters — free family activity with Triangle Land Conservancy May 31
Triangle Land Conservancy, an organization that works to safeguard clean water and natural habitats, leads groups in guided hikes and outdoor programs in nature preserves in the Triangle. You can find all the upcoming events on TLC's calendar. Here is one upcoming event. Make sure to follow the link to see all the details and register. Get Wild! Creek CrittersSaturday, May 31, 20259:45 a.m. … [Read more...] about Get Wild! Creek Critters — free family activity with Triangle Land Conservancy May 31
Juneteenth Events at Stagville (and more)
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Events at Stagville (and more)
Carolina Science Café at Haw River Tap & Table on May 6
Carolina Science Cafe, presented by Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, takes place the first Tuesday of the month, from 6 to 7 p.m., at Haw River Tap & Table, 300 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This free event is designed for adults, and gives the public a chance to meet the expert behind the science headlines. Light appetizers will be provided, while supplies … [Read more...] about Carolina Science Café at Haw River Tap & Table on May 6
The Secret Science Club NC presents free astronomy/astrophysics talk May 6
New York’s famous popular science lecture series, The Secret Science Club, is now in North Carolina. The events take place at 7 p.m., at Lapin Bleu, 106A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. These are free events and suitable for a general, science-friendly audience. No RSVP required. Upcoming Secret Science Club events: … [Read more...] about The Secret Science Club NC presents free astronomy/astrophysics talk May 6