Under the glow of moonlight, The Garden After Dark is where nightlife meets nature—an adults-only event filled with music, games, craft drinks, and hands-on experiences that reveal the wild side of Valentines. (Ages 18+)
February 14: 6-10pm
Sunday, March 22 – 2:30-5:30p
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a twist—by showing some love to our feathered friends! In this creative and nature-inspired class, homeschoolers will learn about local birds and the food they need […]
A chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin. Tai Chi is held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. indoors […]
Step into the winter woods where imagination runs wild! Gruffalo Stories invites children to dive into the beloved tales by Julia Donaldson. Each session includes an interactive storytime and creative […]
Step into the winter woods where imagination runs wild! Gruffalo Stories invites children to dive into the beloved tales by Julia Donaldson. Each session includes an interactive storytime and creative […]
Discover how to create your own functional greenhouse using affordable, accessible materials. In this seminar, participants will learn the fundamentals of greenhouse design, explore options for simple construction, and gain […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are […]
The Garden After Dark — Nature. Music. Drinks. After Hours. For one unforgettable night, Cape Fear Botanical Garden transforms into an adult-only nighttime adventure for couples, singles, friends, and anyone […]
A chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin. Tai Chi is held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. indoors […]
Learn the essentials of starting seeds successfully inside a greenhouse environment. This hands-on workshop covers how to choose the right seeds, create optimal conditions for germination, and care for young […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are […]
Let your imagination take root! In this creative art night, families will paint and decorate story stones – small illustrated rocks that can be used to tell stories again and […]
Get ready for a wild night as we step into the world of bobcats and coyotes—two of North Carolina’s most elusive predators! Through exciting games, animal tracking challenges, and up-close […]
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