FULL! Homeschool: End of Year Celebration

This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Homeschool: End of Year Celebration Celebrate the last homeschool class of the year with a fun science and nature-themed party including games, animals, cupcakes, and a fun take-home surprise! Ages 6+ P......More

This class is full! Please consider joining us for another program. Homeschool: End of Year Celebration Celebrate the last homeschool class of the year with a fun science and nature-themed party including games, animals, cupcakes, and a fun take-home surprise! Ages 6+ Please check in at the Gift Shop and then meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore outside. Close-toed shoes are required. All homeschool classes are from 2-3:30 pm unless otherwise noted. This is a drop-off class. Fee: $15 per child per class, $12 per child for members or $50 per child for the season. Please preregister here. 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

FULL! Nature Tales: Noisy Nests 10am

This session is FULL! Please consider joning us for the 11am session if that is still available. Every Nature Tales includes an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental ......More

This session is FULL! Please consider joning us for the 11am session if that is still available. Every Nature Tales includes 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 souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Come dressed for the weather outside! There are two back-to-back one-hour sessions of this class offered on two different days. The same class is offered multiple times to accommodate more kids. Storytime Benefits: Develops Early Langauge and Literacy SkillsEncourages Interest in Nature and SciencePromotes Creativity and ArtSupports Preschool Social and Emotional DevelopmentThis program is completely FREE (admission is required only if you would like to walk in the Garden on your own after the program). Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Nature Tales may meet in our indoor Classroom or Children’s Pavilion. Sessions: Nature Tales: Garden Grows March 1st and 4th at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Down in the Dirt April 1st at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Noisy Nests May 6th and 10th at 10am and 11am Please preregister here.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Tai Chi in the Garden

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- G......More

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 Member$60- Non Member  

FULL! Nature Tales: Noisy Nests 11am

Every Nature Tales includes 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 craf......More

Every Nature Tales includes 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 souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Come dressed for the weather outside! There are two back-to-back one-hour sessions of this class offered on two different days. The same class is offered multiple times to accommodate more kids. Storytime Benefits: Develops Early Langauge and Literacy SkillsEncourages Interest in Nature and SciencePromotes Creativity and ArtSupports Preschool Social and Emotional DevelopmentThis program is completely FREE (admission is required only if you would like to walk in the Garden on your own after the program). Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Nature Tales may meet in our indoor Classroom or Children’s Pavilion. Sessions: Nature Tales: Garden Grows March 1st and 4th at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Down in the Dirt April 1st at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Noisy Nests May 6th and 10th at 10am and 11am Please preregister here.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Camp Assistant Volunteer Training

Looking for a rewarding summer experience? Become a Summer Camp Assistant and make a difference in the life of young campers. As a Summer Camp Assistant you will: Become a role models to younger childrenHelp campers with crafts, science experiments, and gamesExplore the......More

Looking for a rewarding summer experience? Become a Summer Camp Assistant and make a difference in the life of young campers. As a Summer Camp Assistant you will: Become a role models to younger childrenHelp campers with crafts, science experiments, and gamesExplore the Garden and nature in a new waySupport children with special needsBuild experience working with childrenSupport the camp instructorClean up and setup for campEligibility: Volunteers must be 16 years old or older or have previously attended camp at the Garden. You must commit to an entire camp session (typically Mon-Fri). Plan to arrive 30 mins before the start of camp and stay 30 mins after the end of camp each day. There is a mandatory background check for volunteers ages 18+. All volunteers must attend a Summer Camp Volunteer Training.   Please register for a camp volunteer training here. There is a second camp volunteer training on May 10th from 10am-12pm. Volunteers only need to attend one session.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Yoga at the Garden

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. Please call 910.486.02......More

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. Please call 910.486.0221 or follow this link to pre-register.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Kids' Night Out at the Garden: Solar System Adventure

Please preregister here.  Kids Night Out in the Garden: Solar System Adventure Kids have a night out, while adults get the night off! This month, we’re journeying through the solar system to discover planets, stars, and more. Create a solar system art project, try star ......More

Please preregister here.  Kids Night Out in the Garden: Solar System Adventure Kids have a night out, while adults get the night off! This month, we’re journeying through the solar system to discover planets, stars, and more. Create a solar system art project, try star gazing, and explore the Garden at night on a solar system adventure. Plus end the night with s’mores around the campfire! Ages 8-12. This is a drop-off program. Pre-registration is required. No night of registrations will be accepted. Please meet at the classroom, and come dressed for the outside. Close-toed shoes are required! Fee: $35 per child, $25 per child for members. Please preregister here. 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Nature Tales: Noisy Nests 10am

Please preregister here. Every Nature Tales includes 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 mov......More

Please preregister here. Every Nature Tales includes 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 souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Come dressed for the weather outside! There are two back-to-back one-hour sessions of this class offered on two different days. The same class is offered multiple times to accommodate more kids. Storytime Benefits: Develops Early Langauge and Literacy SkillsEncourages Interest in Nature and SciencePromotes Creativity and ArtSupports Preschool Social and Emotional DevelopmentThis program is completely FREE (admission is required only if you would like to walk in the Garden on your own after the program). Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Nature Tales may meet in our indoor Classroom or Children’s Pavilion. Sessions: Nature Tales: Garden Grows March 1st and 4th at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Down in the Dirt April 1st at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Noisy Nests May 6th and 10th at 10am and 11am Please preregister here.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Summer Camp Volunteer Training

Looking for a rewarding summer experience? Become a Summer Camp Assistant and make a difference in the life of young campers. As a Summer Camp Assistant you will: Become a role models to younger childrenHelp campers with crafts, science experiments, and gamesExplore the......More

Looking for a rewarding summer experience? Become a Summer Camp Assistant and make a difference in the life of young campers. As a Summer Camp Assistant you will: Become a role models to younger childrenHelp campers with crafts, science experiments, and gamesExplore the Garden and nature in a new waySupport children with special needsBuild experience working with childrenSupport the camp instructorClean up and setup for campEligibility: Volunteers must be 16 years old or older or have previously attended camp at the Garden. You must commit to an entire camp session (typically Mon-Fri). Plan to arrive 30 mins before the start of camp and stay 30 mins after the end of camp each day. There is a mandatory background check for volunteers ages 18+. All volunteers must attend a Summer Camp Volunteer Training.   Please register for a camp volunteer training here. There is a second camp volunteer training on May 7th from 2-4pm. Volunteers only need to attend one session.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

FULL! Nature Tales: Noisy Nests 11am

Every Nature Tales includes 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 craf......More

Every Nature Tales includes 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 souvenir of their Garden experience. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Come dressed for the weather outside! There are two back-to-back one-hour sessions of this class offered on two different days. The same class is offered multiple times to accommodate more kids. Storytime Benefits: Develops Early Langauge and Literacy SkillsEncourages Interest in Nature and SciencePromotes Creativity and ArtSupports Preschool Social and Emotional DevelopmentThis program is completely FREE (admission is required only if you would like to walk in the Garden on your own after the program). Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Nature Tales may meet in our indoor Classroom or Children’s Pavilion. Sessions: Nature Tales: Garden Grows March 1st and 4th at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Down in the Dirt April 1st at 10am and 11am Nature Tales: Noisy Nests May 6th and 10th at 10am and 11am Please preregister here.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Adult Workshop: Understanding Ferns with Dr. Linda Sue Barnes

Adult Workshop: Understanding Ferns with Dr. Linda Sue BarnesMay 10th, 1-4 pmExplore the fascinating world of ferns with a retired professor of Botany Dr. Linda Sue Barnes. Learn about the different types of ferns, their growth habits, and how to care for them in your g......More

Adult Workshop: Understanding Ferns with Dr. Linda Sue BarnesMay 10th, 1-4 pmExplore the fascinating world of ferns with a retired professor of Botany Dr. Linda Sue Barnes. Learn about the different types of ferns, their growth habits, and how to care for them in your garden. Take a walk and learn to identify ferns growing in the garden. The workshop will also include potting a fern plant for you to take home and care for, making it a hands-on experience in fern appreciation. Instructor Bio: Dr. Linda Sue Barnes is a Professor Emeritus of Botany. She was born and raised in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. She has a B.A. in Biology from Mississippi College (now known as Mississippi Christian University), an M.A. in Biology from the University of Mississippi, and a Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She is also a weekly volunteer in the Day Lily Garden. Audience Target: This class is perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. The class is designed for adults however children ages 10+ are also welcome. Format: This workshop will include a short lecture-style presentation, a walk in the garden, and a hands-on planting component. Fee Includes: Admission to the GardenInstruction from an expert GardenerA Potted Fern to Take HomeA Guided Tour of the Garden’s FernsLocation: Please check in at the Gift Shop and meet in the Classroom. Be prepared to head out into the Garden. Fees: $40, $35 for members Please preregister here. 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Tai Chi in the Garden

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- G......More

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 Member$60- Non Member  

Feed your Mind: Carnivorous Plants

Please preregister here.  Feed your Mind: Carnivorous Plants with Education Manager Barbara GoldentyerMay 13th, 12-1 pmJoin Education Manager Barbara Goldentyer to learn about the unique world of carnivorous plants and the many native NC species. This informative sessio......More

Please preregister here.  Feed your Mind: Carnivorous Plants with Education Manager Barbara GoldentyerMay 13th, 12-1 pmJoin Education Manager Barbara Goldentyer to learn about the unique world of carnivorous plants and the many native NC species. This informative session will delve into the fascinating mechanisms these plants use to catch and digest prey, their unique growing environment, and how to care for your own carnivorous plants. Instructor Bio: Barbara Goldentyer has been the Education Manager at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden since 2019. She holds Master’s Degrees in Environmental Studies and Sociology. She has loved carnivorous plants since middle school when she bought and promptly killed her first Venus fly trap. She is excited to teach everyone how to avoid her mistakes. Audience Target: This class is perfect for anyone interested in cool plants. The class is designed for adults, but children of all ages are also welcome! Format: This is a lunchtime lecture style presentation. Fee Includes: Admission to the GardenAn expert-led presentationPlant Care InstructionsA Pitcher Plant Dissection DemonstrationLocation: Please check in at the Gift Shop and meet in the Classroom. Be prepared to head out into the Garden. Fees: $15, $5 members Please preregister here. 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States

Yoga at the Garden

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. Please call 910.486.02......More

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. Please call 910.486.0221 or follow this link to pre-register.

Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States