Six Red Wolf Pups Born at Museum of Life and Science in Durham
The red wolf is now one of our planet's most endangered species and continues to be at risk
April 22-25: Going Green, Nature Play Day, BioBlitz and a Community Concert
Here are some fun things to do this week with the kids.
12 Things to Do During Spring Break
Here are some fun things to do with the kids around the Triangle while they're on spring break.
April 12-14: Tartan Day NC, Egg Hunts, a Statewide Star Party, Sci-Tech Expo and Durham 150 Opening Celebration
Here are some fun things to do with your kids around the Triangle this weekend.
Where to Pick Strawberries in the Triangle
Find a farm close to home where you can pick your own strawberries.
Marbles Kids Museum Opens River-Themed Exhibit
'River Playway,' designed to spark curiosity about the Neuse River Basin, opened March 30
Triangle Towns Host Easter Egg Hunts
Everyone loves the thrill of an Easter egg hunt, and Triangle towns from Apex to Zebulon are hosting lots of them!
North Carolina Zoo Becomes Certified Sensory Inclusive
New training with KultureCity creates more inclusive environment for people with sensory sensitivities
Dorothea Dix Park Daffodil Field Pops Up to Welcome Spring
A trail of flowers winds through the field with Raleigh's skyline providing a backdrop.
Newly Expanded White Oak Greenway in Cary Connects to American Tobacco Trail
Join the Town of Cary, Town of Apex, and representatives from Wake County to celebrate the opening of the White Oak Creek Greenway connection.
Fuquay-Varina to No Longer Host Freedom Balloon Festival
Fleming Loop Park deemed not suitable to host the 2019 festival.
North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Grants $1 Million to Expand Youth Education Programs Statewide
The grant will support five years of program expansion across the state.
Public Invited to Weigh in on Wake County’s Next Park Feb. 12
Wake County Southeast Park will be located adjacent to the towns of Garner and Fuquay-Varina.
Groundhog Day Events in Raleigh and Garner
Saturday, Feb. 2, is Groundhog Day, when our local weather prognosticators — Sir Walter Wally of Raleigh and Snerd of Garner — make their predictions.
Jan. 18-20: Squirrel Appreciation, Celebrating MLK Jr., Finally Friday, Nature Play Day and Renaissance Music
Here are some fun ideas for how to spend the weekend with your kids.
Jan. 14-17: Gross Animals, Winter Fun Through History, Geology Lab and Nature Explorers
Learn about gross animals, find out how about winter fun throughout history, discover the properties of different kinds of rocks and explore local nature.
Jan. 7-10: Confetti Bowls, Nature Exploration, Duck Tales and What’s in the Box?
Make confetti bowls, explore West Point on the Eno, learn all about ducks and investigate seasons and nature in art.
Jan. 4-6: Help to Reach Your 2019 Goals With Free Fitness Classes, a Reading Challenge, Teens IRL and a Winter Bird Search
Take free demo fitness classes, start a reading challenge, socialize with like-minded teens in and search for winter birds.
Enter to Win Prizes That Inspire Outdoor Fun and Indoor Creativity
Enter to win a child-safe fishing rod, kid-friendly gardening kit, high-tech sketching projector and more.
13 Fun Things to Do in Raleigh-Durham and Chapel Hill Over Winter Break
Make the most of the winter break. Head out to these special events, shows and places with your family.
State Parks to Offer First Day Hikes
As an added bonus, visitors involved with the North Carolina State Parks 100-Mile Challenge can add First Day Hikes mileage to their totals.
Dec. 17-20: Galletas Jengibre, Nature Play Day, Nature Nerds and Treats for Wildlife
Listen to a story in Spanish and decorate cookies in Durham, play your own way in Raleigh, “nerd out” over flora and fauna in Morrisville and make treats for winter wildlife in New Hill.
Attend a Geminid Meteor Shower Viewing Party in Durham
Update: This event has been cancelled due to cloud cover.
Dec. 14-16: Family Fun Friday, Christmas at Bennett Place, Super Fun Saturday and a Polar Express Pajama Party
Check out Free Family Friday and attend a movie pajama party in Raleigh, learn how the holidays were celebrated during the Civil War in Durham, and create fun arts and crafts in Apex.
Carolina Parent’s 2019 Summer, Track-Out and Residential Camp Fair to be Held Feb. 17
Explore a diverse range of camp options and enter to win prizes at this year's camp fair, which will take place Feb. 17, noon-4 p.m., at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham.
1,300 Snowflakes Cover Glenwood Avenue This December
A collaborative neighborhood public art project displays crocheted snowflakes on Glenwood South trees for the month of December.
Dec. 10-13: An Epic Gingerbread Challenge, Family Fun Night, Winter Animals and the Santa Train
Build an epic gingerbread house, enjoy a museum night for special needs kids, learn about how animals prepare for winter and ride on a Santa Train.
How to Prepare for Winter Weather
Stay safe during the next winter storm by following key tips from the American Red Cross.
Wake County Parks Programs Go Fee-Free in 2019
Wake County ending fees for most park activities
Dec. 7-9: Teen Science Café, History of Christmas, Durham’s Holiday Parade and More
Learn about gut microbes and Christmas traditions, enjoy a holiday parade, go on a virtual vacation and more.
