Regional Creek Week takes place March 15 to 22, 2025, and features a variety of events hosted by local governments, with the aim of connecting communities to their local waterways through education, recreation and conservation efforts. Here are some of the events. Creek Week in Carrboro Orange County Creek Week Kick-OffSaturday, March 15, 202512 to 4 p.m.The Drakeford Complex203 S … [Read more...] about Creek Week events March 15 to 22
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How to see the total lunar eclipse and blood moon
In the early hours of March 14, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will take place. This will be the first time since 2022 that North Carolina will get a chance to experience a total lunar eclipse. If you miss this one you'll have to wait a year for the next one. You might have heard it called the Blood Moon. Read on to learn what this means. A lunar eclipse is when the Sun, Earth and Moon line up … [Read more...] about How to see the total lunar eclipse and blood moon
Birdwatching Series at Durham Parks
Durham Outdoor Recreation and Education staff and a member of New Hope Bird Alliance will lead a bird outing and birdwatch at a city park every Friday, for five weeks, from April 25 to May 23, 2025, from 8 to 10 a.m. Each bird outing will take place at a different city park every week. The birdwatching series is open to all levels of birdwatching experience. Participants are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Birdwatching Series at Durham Parks
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 9
Carrboro's Annual Kite Fly takes place Sunday, March 9, 2025, 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 raining. … [Read more...] about Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 9
Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy March 7
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, March 7, 20256 p.m.Three Bears Acres645 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, NCFree, but registration is required. Raleigh Astronomy Club will be … [Read more...] about Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy March 7
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 required, but … [Read more...] about Fourth Friday Fire at West Point on the Eno
“Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
New Hope Bird Alliance is leading a morning of birdwatching and discovery at the AAA Four Diamond Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This is a free event, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Learn about the birds that thrive in Durham! Start out with complimentary coffee … [Read more...] about “Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is holding its very first EagleFest on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a schedule change from the original date of January 11. This is a free event. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald eagles. In the winter, dozens of migratory eagles congregate below the dam- an amazing sight to … [Read more...] about Inaugural EagleFest at Jordan Lake Jan 25
Canceled: Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike Jan. 25
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to the extreme cold. Raleigh Parks and Oaks and Spokes are holding a free Learn to Ride event on Saturday, January, 25, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Marsh Creek Park, 3050 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Volunteers will help participants gain a sense of balance and control on a bicycle, without training wheels, by using the balance bike … [Read more...] about Canceled: Learn to Ride — free program to learn to ride a bike Jan. 25
Fenton’s Skate the Square — discount on Mondays
Fenton in Cary is once again hosting an outdoor ice skating rink in the winter of 2024! The skating rink will be in Fenton Square, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC. Fenton also hosts many events throughout the week, including fitness, children's activities, live music, holiday events and more. Check out Fenton's event calendar. Tickets for Fenton Skate the Square are $18 per person. That … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Skate the Square — discount on Mondays
