Events
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:30 am
Bring Mom to the park for a casual morning stroll on the Pump Station Trail. Observe nature in all its glory as the mountain laurel and many wildflowers will be in bloom. Start: 10:30 am
End: 11:30 am
In honor of National Bear Awarness Week, the Museum of Life and Science will have a variety of programs the week of May 11 through May 17. Here, join Animal Department Director Sherry Samuels and learn what it takes to take care of wild bears. Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Take a closer look at the intricate beauty and utility of a spider's web. The Naturalist will give a talk, followed by a short hike. Live specimens will available for observation. Family friendly program! Call 919-383-1686 to register and find out the exact location. Limit 12. Start: 11:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
The Carolina Kids Expo is an interactive family event that draws parents and kids of all ages together for a weekend of education, entertainment, and fun. Exhibitors are businesses and organizations that provide services, programs, or products for families with children - performances, demonstrations, games and prizes, educational exhibits, stage activities, and interactive booths. Event hours: Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Celebrate Mother Nature on Mother's Day. Visit several hands-on stations complete with displays, educational games, and craft projects. Lots of kids activities and guided walks. A free shuttle service will run between Ritter Park (off West Lochmere Drive) and Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve throughout the event. For more information about Cary events, go to www.townofcary.org. Start: 2:00 pm
Part of the Museum of Life and Science Bear Awareness Week programs. Go here: www.lifeandscience.org for details. Start: 2:00 pm
Participants will each make a decorated amazing castle with stand-up characters. Helen is a local professional mixed media artist and teacher. Fee: $10 per child (ages 5-8). Space is limited and prepaid registration is required. To register call Kidzu at 919-933-1455 Start: 2:00 pm
Make your Mother's Day Special by making art together. During this great hands-on workshop participants will each make a decorated Amazing Castle with stand-up characters. Local mixed media artist Helen Buiskool will teach kids the art of simple 3D design. Fee: $8 per child (ages 5-8). Space is limited and prepaid registration is required. To register call Kidzu at 919-933-1455 Start: 3:00 pm
Acrobatic performers create a spectacular outdoor show about a master toymaker whose whimsical collection of toys comes to life. Extraordinary family entertainment. Visit the concessions or bring your own picnic for a family outing in the RLT. For more information, go to www.raleighlittletheatre.org. | ||
