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Celebrate Earth Day with a day of discovery, creativity, and connection to nature!
Wednesday, April 22

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Pondamania Family Art & Play Day

Saturday, June 7 – 9a-3p

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    • Healing with Nature: Exploring Medicinal Plants

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Take a deep dive into the world of natural remedies in this engaging workshop on medicinal plants and their healing properties. Learn to identify common medicinal herbs, understand their traditional and modern uses, and discover how to safely incorporate them into your daily wellness routine. From calming teas to skin-soothing salves, participants will explore practical […]

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    Kids Night Out: Nocturnal Sound Science

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Discover the hidden world of nighttime sounds! Learn how animals use sound to communicate in low-light conditions and explore how owls hoot, frogs croak, and crickets chirp after dark.  Kids Night Out at the Garden. Parents have a night off, while kids enjoy an evening of CFBG activities and nighttime adventure. Check back each month […]

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    Nature Tales: Pollinator Pals

    Nature Tales: Wiggly Worms

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a keepsake of their Garden experience. There are two […]

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    Nature Tales: Pollinator Pals

    Nature Tales: Wiggly Worms

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a keepsake of their Garden experience. There are two […]

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    Dog Day in the Garden 2026

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Celebrate one of the Garden’s most beloved traditions — Dog Day in the Garden — in partnership with the Fayetteville Animal Protection Society (FAPS). Saturday, April 11, 2026. Noon-4pm This outdoor, family-friendly event invites dogs and their humans to explore the Garden together for a day filled with fun, community, and canine charm. Highlights include […]

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    Homeschool Art Series: Bubbles Painting

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    In this guided homeschool art series, children will explore a variety of creative projects using paint and/or mixed materials. Each class is step-by-step and instructor-led, helping students build confidence while creating a finished piece they can take home the same day. Projects may include painting, nature-inspired materials, and hands-on crafting. All supplies are provided. Designed […]

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    Tai Chi in the Garden

    Tai Chi in the Garden

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    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 or outside depending on the weather. Please call 910.486.0221 to pre-register. Single Class: $15- Garden Member $17- Non Member 4 Class Punch Card: $50- Garden […]

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    Preschool Art Series: Stained Glass Rocks

    Preschool Art Series: Pasta Necklace Painting

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive […]

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    Preschool Art Series: Stained Glass Rocks

    Preschool Art Series: Pasta Necklace Painting

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive […]

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    Learning Your Sewing Machine: A Sustainable Stitches Sewing Workshop

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    Ready to get comfortable with your sewing machine? Join us for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the essentials of machine operation and maintenance. Bring your own sewing machine and follow along as instructor Ann Kreiger of Sew Natural Kreations guides you step-by-step to build confidence and keep your machine running smoothly. Spots are […]

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    Wild North Carolina Seminar

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    North Carolina is home to one of the most diverse plant populations in the United States, spanning from the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the unique "Pocosin" wetlands of the coast. Wild North Carolina is a comprehensive seminar designed to reconnect you with the natural heritage of the Tar Heel State. We […]

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    Yoga at the Garden

    Yoga at the Garden

    Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, United States

    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 included with the cost of admission or membership. Check in at the front desk when you arrive. If this is your first class, please arrive […]

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