Join us as we work on fine motor skills with fingerpainting! Our little artists will learn about life on the farm while enjoying painting farm animal pictures and some flannel board fun.
CLAYTON · Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library · Clayton Town Calendar
This virtual program is hosted by the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Register here.
Each group of spider has a unique arrangement of their eyes!
Come learn how to identify different types of spiders by looking deep into their spidery faces.
This virtual program is geared toward children in grades K-8 and their families. You will learn about the ecoEXPLORE project during the program.
GUARDIANS If you are under age 13 and you wish to participate in certain events or exhibits at, conducted by, or sponsored by the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, your parent or guardian must register you and provide their consent as well as your information. Please see our privacy policy.
Schedule:
Sep 23, 2026
Wednesday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages,
Discover the art of quilting in this hands-on class designed for beginners and hobbyists alike! Participants will learn the fundamentals of quilt-making, including fabric selection, cutting techniques, piecing, layering, and basic quilting stitches. By the end of the session, each participant will have created a small quilted project to take home and cherish
Ages: 50 yrs +,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Join us at Campus Hills for an exciting Open House event. Take a guided tour of our facility, meet our friendly staff, and learn about the services we offer. Don’t miss this fun-filled opportunity to discover what makes Campus Hills special.
Ages: All ages,
In the P. B. I. R. D. S. program participants will learn the basic fundamentals of basketball including passing, ball-handling, intangibles, rebounding, defense, and shooting. Participants will gain new skills and improve their game in a fun and friendly environment. In celebration of DPR's 100th birthday, together we will do 100 passes, dribbles and shots during the program! All equipment is provided. Wear comfortable clothing and closed toed athletic shoes.
Ages: Age at least 5 yrs but less than 10 yrs,
This is a perfect introduction to piano and music for those who have little to no experience or need a review of the very basics. You will learn how to read music, find notes on the piano and other essentials so you can begin playing pieces.
Ages: Age at least 50 yrs but less than 200 yrs,
DURHAM · Walltown Park Rec Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
with Lisa Rasmussen, Professional Artist
Dates: Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15, and 22 (4-sessions)
Time: 9:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. ET
Location: Online via Zoom
Fee: $210 ($189 Members)
Experience Level: Open to all, from beginners to experienced learners
In this four-session class, we’ll explore painting in watercolor using leaves of plants and trees native to the southeastern U.S. as our subjects. Join us in creating paintings that highlight the changing colors of the season!
Elective course for the Certificate in Botanical Art & Illustration.
REGISTER HERE
This mat-based Pilates workout focuses on core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness. The class will lengthen and strengthen the muscles while giving you a full-body workout. We will utilize the magic circle, theraband, small ball, and light weights to help sculpt the body as well as increase strength and range of motion.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 50 yrs,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Recreation Center · Durham Parks & Rec
Want to know all about staying in the Overnight Lodge at Blue Jay Point County Park? Complete information will be provided at the Leader Orientation Workshop or LOW, which is conducted by Blue Jay staff once a month for those coming to stay in the Lodge. At least one representative from each group staying in the Lodge MUST attend a LOW at least two months prior to that group's reservation date.
LOWs are also appropriate for individuals interested in knowing if a Lodge stay would be beneficial for their group, even before making a Lodge reservation. You must be present for the entire workshop to be certified to stay in the Lodge. To read more about the Lodge and its Environmental Education mission, check out this info.
Schedule:
Oct 3, 2026
Saturday from 9am to Noon
Duration: 3 hours
Ages: 21 yrs +,
WAKE · Blue Jay Point County Park · Wake County Parks
Teens! Join us to design a custom black fabric bag using diluted bleach pens. Learn how subtractive art techniques and varied bleach dilutions can lift pigment to reveal subtle shades, bold lines, and unique patterns.
CLAYTON · Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library · Clayton Town Calendar
Saturday, September 26
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Free and open to all
Join us for our annual Fall Plant Sale to find new southeastern native plants for your garden!
We grow the southeastern native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, trees, vines, ferns, and carnivorous plants for sale right here in our nursery. Proceeds support our research in plant conservation and propagation.
We’ll update this description with a list of plant species when that’s available!
MEMBERS’ SALE
NCBG Foundation Members enjoy a 10% discount on plants and the opportunity to sign up for an early access sale on Friday, September 25.
WHY NATIVE PLANTS?
Gardening with native plants restores lost connections between plants and wildlife. And since they’re adapted to the soils, climates, diseases, and predators of our region, native plants may require fewer pesticides and expensive management practices and be more likely to thrive in a garden. Learn more on our Resources for Gardeners page >
WHY FALL?
Fall is the best time to plant North Carolina’s wonderful native perennials, shrubs, trees, ferns, and grasses: it gives plant times to establish their root systems prior to the growing season.
CHAPEL HILL · North Carolina Botanical Garden · NC Botanical Garden
September 24 to 30 is international Take a Child Outside Week! Join us for a guided nature walk where children and their adults can explore together, practice getting curious, and learn about the natural world. Arrive at the park office ready for the outdoors by bringing a water bottle and wearing walking shoes. Best for ages 5 to 10. Registration is required for everyone, and children must have adult accompaniment. FREE.
Schedule:
Sep 26, 2026
Saturday from 10am to 11am
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · Historic Yates Mill County Park · Wake County Parks
A “meow-tivational" training session where humans learn to decode the feline language and become more effective cat companions. Strengthen your bond with your fabulous feline. Please do not bring your own cats to this session, that's too stressful for them. We're helping people build skills that they can take home to help their fabulous felines.
ORANGE · Orange County Animal Services · Orange County Calendar
In celebration of Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week, learn about the animals that come out as the sun goes down. We will hike along the trail to look and listen for owls, amphibians, insects, and more. Discover the adaptations necessary for these creatures to survive and thrive in the dark. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle and flashlight. All participants (children and adults) must be registered. Meet at the New Hill Parking Area at the upper picnic table (1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Road, Apex).
Schedule:
Sep 26, 2026
Saturday from 7pm to 8:30pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · New Hill parking area - American Tobacco Trail · Wake County Parks