Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh, is hosting its sixth annual Mud Day on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event that is intended to demonstrate the importance of wetlands, as well as the importance of kids having fun outside. Come dressed to get messy and wet! The highlight is a giant mud pit! The event will include: … [Read more...] about Sixth Annual Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center Aug 17
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Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science
Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has a special event planned for Solar Eclipse Day. Monarch Butterfly Eclipse takes place Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. The museum will be closed, but the event will take place on the south side of campus, and will be free to the public. The migratory route of Monarch Butterflies resembles the path of the … [Read more...] about Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 10
Carrboro's Annual Kite Fly takes place Sunday, March 10, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Hank Anderson Community Park, 302 NC Hwy 54 West, Carrboro. This is a free event for all ages. This welcome-to-spring event will provide plenty of fun. Bring a kite and help fill the sky with color. A few kites will be available for those without one. This event will be canceled if it's … [Read more...] about Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 10
Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker
If you plan to watch the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, make sure you are prepared with eclipse glasses. You can not safely watch the eclipse with regular sunglasses. You'll immediately and permanently injure your eyes. The eclipse will be a partial eclipse in the Triangle. The moon will take a big "bite" out of the sun, but a sliver will still be visible. It will take place from around 1:57 … [Read more...] about Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker
Piedmont Wildlife Center: Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour Feb 29
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. On Thursday, February 29, 2024, Piedmont Wildlife Center is presenting a Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour, with tour times of 10 to 10:45 a.m. … [Read more...] about Piedmont Wildlife Center: Pop-Up Birds of Prey Tour Feb 29
Partial Eclipse Viewing Party at Imagination Station, Wilson
On April 8, 2024, we will experience a partial solar eclipse in North Carolina. At approximately 3:15 p.m. (depending where in the Triangle you are) there will be around 78% to 80% coverage. Imagination Station, at 224 Nash Street SE, Wilson, North Carolina, will hold an eclipse viewing event in its pollinator garden from 2:30 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Make sure to use look at the sun … [Read more...] about Partial Eclipse Viewing Party at Imagination Station, Wilson
Free Picnic Photoshoot with Southern Picnics at Dix Park’s Daffodil Field
Southern Picnics is offering a free picnic photo shoot at Dix Park's Daffodil Field on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. There's no cost for the photo shoot and no registration is required. You can take your own picture or bring a photographer of your choice. You'll have one to two minutes to take the pictures. The daffodils are in Flowers Field at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, … [Read more...] about Free Picnic Photoshoot with Southern Picnics at Dix Park’s Daffodil Field
Fourth Friday Fire at West Point on the Eno
The Fourth Friday of the month, during select months, Durham Parks and Recreation hosts Fourth Friday Fire. At these events, guests can sit next to a warm, crackling campfire, while learning about the wonder of nature from knowledgeable staff. S'mores fixings are provided! These events are free and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not … [Read more...] about Fourth Friday Fire at West Point on the Eno
Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy Feb 9
In general, on the first Friday of the month, Raleigh Astronomy Club is hosting a sky viewing session at Triangle Land Conservancy nature preserves. However, in some months the event happens on Saturday or a different Friday: Friday Under the Stars Friday, February 9, 20246 to 9:30 p.m.Three Bears Acres600 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, NCFree, but registration is required. Come join Triangle … [Read more...] about Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy Feb 9
Learn to Ride a Bike with Oaks and Spokes
Oaks and Spokes is holding a Learn to Ride event during which participants of any age can learn to ride a bike, using the balance bike method. The event will take place Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. More info. You can register, but walk-ups are also … [Read more...] about Learn to Ride a Bike with Oaks and Spokes