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SUMMARY:Trails & Tours Guided Tours in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Every second Thursday from June to August (6/11\, 7/9\, 8/13)* 5–7 PM \nExplore the garden in a whole new way during Trails & Tours! On select evenings visitors and members are invited to wander the garden paths on volunteer-led tours and enjoy a relaxed outdoor experience together. \nThroughout the afternoon\, guests can join guided tours for a deeper look at the garden\, its unique plant collections\, and the surrounding region. In addition\, the historic buildings in our Heritage Garden will be open for viewing\, offering a special opportunity to step back in time and experience the site’s rich history up close. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nGuided Garden Tours – Join our knowledgeable volunteers for scheduled tours and discover the plants\, stories\, and hidden gems of the garden.\nHeritage Garden Open Houses – Explore our historic buildings at your own pace and learn more about the people and traditions that shaped the landscape.\n\nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a fun outing\, Trails & Tours offers a refreshing blend of fresh air\, learning\, and discovery. We can’t wait to welcome you! \nTickets: Event is included with admission. \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/trails-tours-guided-tours-in-the-garden/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Friendly,Heritage & History,Horticulture & Gardening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
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SUMMARY:Sip & Stroll Tasting Event with Dirtbag Ales
DESCRIPTION:Stroll\, sip\, and savor the beauty of the garden 🌿🍷 \nJoin us for a relaxed evening celebrating our local craft breweries! Wander through our scenic stroll\, taste a selection of beers from local favorites—including Dirtbag Ales—and enjoy live music from local musician Josh Murray. \n\nLocal Breweries on Tap: Sample signature beers from Dirtbag Ales and other favorite local breweries.\nLive Music: Enjoy a performance by a local musician Josh Murray.\nScenic Stroll: Explore a relaxed\, walkable route perfect for enjoying craft beer and good company.\nCommunity Vibes: Meet fellow craft beer lovers and support local breweries and artists!\n\nBring friends\, enjoy the local flavors\, and soak in the atmosphere—perfect for craft beer fans and casual sippers alike! \nTickets: Tasting is included with admission.\n \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $12 + tax\nMilitary (with ID) $11 + tax\nAdults 65 & Older $11 + tax\nChildren ages 6-12 $7 + tax\nChildren 5 and Under FREE\nMembers FREE \n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission Tickets are purchased upon arrival to the Garden. \n\n\n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/sip-stroll-tasting-event-with-dirtbag-ales/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Visitor Services":MAILTO:cmathes@capfearbg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T174500
DTSTAMP:20260326T182733Z
CREATED:20260326T182535Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Massage
DESCRIPTION:Visitors to the garden are invited to relax and unwind during a special wellness event hosted in partnership with students from the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) directed by Wendi Wilkey. \nSelect Thursday Nights: 4:30-5:45pm \nMassage therapy students will be offering complimentary chair massages to garden members and guests as part of their hands-on training. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the garden while receiving a refreshing\, stress-relieving massage from the next generation of wellness professionals. \n● Complimentary Chair Massages: Relax and unwind with a brief\, free chair massages provided by skilled massage therapy students from Fayetteville Technical Community College. \n● Hands-On Student Experience: Support future wellness professionals as they gain valuable real-world training. \n● Relaxing Garden Setting: Enjoy a peaceful moment of self-care surrounded by the beauty and calm of the garden. \n● Open to Members & Visitors: Both garden members and day visitors are welcome to participate. \n● Quick Wellness Break: Perfect for a refreshing pause during your garden visit—no long appointment needed. \n● Community Partnership: A special collaboration highlighting local education and community wellness. \nStop by\, take a moment for yourself\, and experience relaxation in bloom!
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/thursday-night-chair-massage/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T183000
DTSTAMP:20260507T162945Z
CREATED:20260326T211220Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Match Game Night
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed\, social game night with a Garden twist. \nInstead of numbers\, your card is filled with images — plants\, pollinators\, and familiar sights from around the Garden. As each image is called\, you match what you see and mark your card. Simple as that. \nWant a little more of a challenge? Choose a card without labels and rely on what you recognize. Prefer to just play and enjoy the night? Grab a labeled card and jump right in. \nWe’ll play 6 rounds\, with chances to win along the way — including nature-inspired prizes from the Garden Gift Shop. \nWhether you’re a seasoned player or brand new\, it’s an easy\, welcoming way to spend time with friends and enjoy a little friendly competition. \nEvent Highlights:\n• 2 playing cards included with registration (extra cards available for $2)\n• Prizes each round from the Garden Gift Shop\n• Free seed packets for the first 20 guests\n• Limited capacity — advance registration recommended \nArrive early to stroll the Garden or settle in on the Gift Shop Terrace overlooking Cypress Pond as the evening begins. \nFee: $8 for event (Admission not included) \nLocation: Gift Shop Terrace (Entry Pav./Orangery as weather backup)\n \nLimited Availability. Please Preregister at: https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000196 \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/picture-match-game/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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SUMMARY:Mending by Hand: A Sustainable Stitches Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have a favorite blouse that’s missing a button\, a pair of pants you adore with a slight tear? Bring it & learn how to give your closet a second chance. \nJoin us for a relaxed\, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn simple hand-sewing techniques for mending and upcycling clothing — no sewing machines needed. We’ll cover easy skills like patching\, repairing seams\, sewing on buttons\, and decorative visible mending. \nBring 1–2 garments that need a little love (jeans with holes\, a torn seam\, a missing button\, etc.)\, and learn practical ways to repair and refresh your favorite pieces. Inspired by the textures and patterns of the garden\, this class is all about creative repair\, sustainability\, and slow stitching in a beautiful setting. \nNo sewing experience required\, all skill levels welcome! Aside from garments to mend\, all materials will be provided. \nCome stitch\, relax\, and leave with new skills to keep your clothes in use longer. \nTickets: $10 for garden members\, $20 for non-members\n \nLimited Availability. Please Preregister at: https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000198 \nAbout the Instructor: Ann Krieger has been turning fabric\, thread\, and cherished memories into lasting treasures since the 1970s. In 2015\, her passion for sewing became a full-time business\, Sew Natural Kreations \n  \n*** \nLooking to get creative and build your sewing skills? Join Ann Krieger of Fayetteville’s own Sew Natural Kreations for a fun and inspiring series of sewing classes! \nThis four-part series features one session per month\, each with a unique theme designed to help you grow your skills and confidence—whether you’re a beginner or more experienced. \n🧵 Class Schedule:\n• April 16th | 5:00–6:30 PM — How to Use Your Sewing Machine\n• May 21st | 5:00–6:30 PM — Mending by Hand\n• July 16th | 5:00–6:30 PM — Patchwork Pincushion\n• August 6th | 5:00–6:30 PM — Fabric Yo-Yos & Tote Decoration \nSessions are sold individually\, so you can sign up for just one—or join them all! No need to attend every class to participate. \nCome stitch\, create\, and connect in a relaxed\, welcoming environment. Each session offers hands-on learning and a project you can be proud of! \nSpots are limited—reserve yours today! \n  \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/mending-by-hand-a-sustainable-stitches-workshop/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Hands-On Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T174500
DTSTAMP:20260326T182733Z
CREATED:20260326T182535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T182733Z
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SUMMARY:Chair Massage
DESCRIPTION:Visitors to the garden are invited to relax and unwind during a special wellness event hosted in partnership with students from the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) directed by Wendi Wilkey. \nSelect Thursday Nights: 4:30-5:45pm \nMassage therapy students will be offering complimentary chair massages to garden members and guests as part of their hands-on training. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the garden while receiving a refreshing\, stress-relieving massage from the next generation of wellness professionals. \n● Complimentary Chair Massages: Relax and unwind with a brief\, free chair massages provided by skilled massage therapy students from Fayetteville Technical Community College. \n● Hands-On Student Experience: Support future wellness professionals as they gain valuable real-world training. \n● Relaxing Garden Setting: Enjoy a peaceful moment of self-care surrounded by the beauty and calm of the garden. \n● Open to Members & Visitors: Both garden members and day visitors are welcome to participate. \n● Quick Wellness Break: Perfect for a refreshing pause during your garden visit—no long appointment needed. \n● Community Partnership: A special collaboration highlighting local education and community wellness. \nStop by\, take a moment for yourself\, and experience relaxation in bloom!
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/thursday-night-chair-massage/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T164939Z
CREATED:20260326T212724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T164939Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Teacher Appreciation Week at the Garden! 🌿 \nWe’re celebrating the incredible work of teachers and education staff! Show us your valid Teacher ID anytime during garden hours this week and enjoy $7 admission as our way of saying thank you. \nSpecial Highlights: \n\nMonday May 4th: The first 30 teachers to enter the garden will receive a reusable CFBG water bottle!\nThursday\, May 7th: FTCC Students offer free chair massages to all from 4:30-5:30pm!**\n\nCome enjoy the beauty of the garden and let us honor your dedication to education! \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/teacher-appreciation-week/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Visitor Services":MAILTO:cmathes@capfearbg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260507T162945Z
CREATED:20260326T211220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T162945Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Match Game Night
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed\, social game night with a Garden twist. \nInstead of numbers\, your card is filled with images — plants\, pollinators\, and familiar sights from around the Garden. As each image is called\, you match what you see and mark your card. Simple as that. \nWant a little more of a challenge? Choose a card without labels and rely on what you recognize. Prefer to just play and enjoy the night? Grab a labeled card and jump right in. \nWe’ll play 6 rounds\, with chances to win along the way — including nature-inspired prizes from the Garden Gift Shop. \nWhether you’re a seasoned player or brand new\, it’s an easy\, welcoming way to spend time with friends and enjoy a little friendly competition. \nEvent Highlights:\n• 2 playing cards included with registration (extra cards available for $2)\n• Prizes each round from the Garden Gift Shop\n• Free seed packets for the first 20 guests\n• Limited capacity — advance registration recommended \nArrive early to stroll the Garden or settle in on the Gift Shop Terrace overlooking Cypress Pond as the evening begins. \nFee: $8 for event (Admission not included) \nLocation: Gift Shop Terrace (Entry Pav./Orangery as weather backup)\n \nLimited Availability. Please Preregister at: https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000196 \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/picture-match-game/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T174500
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SUMMARY:Chair Massage
DESCRIPTION:Visitors to the garden are invited to relax and unwind during a special wellness event hosted in partnership with students from the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) directed by Wendi Wilkey. \nSelect Thursday Nights: 4:30-5:45pm \nMassage therapy students will be offering complimentary chair massages to garden members and guests as part of their hands-on training. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the garden while receiving a refreshing\, stress-relieving massage from the next generation of wellness professionals. \n● Complimentary Chair Massages: Relax and unwind with a brief\, free chair massages provided by skilled massage therapy students from Fayetteville Technical Community College. \n● Hands-On Student Experience: Support future wellness professionals as they gain valuable real-world training. \n● Relaxing Garden Setting: Enjoy a peaceful moment of self-care surrounded by the beauty and calm of the garden. \n● Open to Members & Visitors: Both garden members and day visitors are welcome to participate. \n● Quick Wellness Break: Perfect for a refreshing pause during your garden visit—no long appointment needed. \n● Community Partnership: A special collaboration highlighting local education and community wellness. \nStop by\, take a moment for yourself\, and experience relaxation in bloom!
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/thursday-night-chair-massage/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Visitor Services":MAILTO:cmathes@capfearbg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
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CREATED:20260326T213429Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Your Sewing Machine: A Sustainable Stitches Sewing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBring 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. \nSpots are limited—reserve yours today! \nTickets: $10 for garden members\, $20 for non-members\n \nLimited Availability. Please Preregister at: https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000197 \nAbout the Instructor: Ann Krieger has been turning fabric\, thread\, and cherished memories into lasting treasures since the 1970s. In 2015\, her passion for sewing became a full-time business\, Sew Natural Kreations \n  \n*** \nLooking to get creative and build your sewing skills? Join Ann Krieger of Fayetteville’s own Sew Natural Kreations for a fun and inspiring series of sewing classes! \nThis four-part series features one session per month\, each with a unique theme designed to help you grow your skills and confidence—whether you’re a beginner or more experienced. \n🧵 Class Schedule:\n• April 16th | 5:00–6:30 PM — How to Use Your Sewing Machine\n• May 21st | 5:00–6:30 PM — Mending by Hand\n• July 16th | 5:00–6:30 PM — Patchwork Pincushion\n• August 6th | 5:00–6:30 PM — Fabric Yo-Yos & Tote Decoration \nSessions are sold individually\, so you can sign up for just one—or join them all! No need to attend every class to participate. \nCome stitch\, create\, and connect in a relaxed\, welcoming environment. Each session offers hands-on learning and a project you can be proud of! \nSpots are limited—reserve yours today! \n 
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/learning-your-sewing-machine-a-sustainable-stitches-sewing-workshop/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Hands-On Workshops
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