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SUMMARY:Trees of the Prairie Ridge Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Jesse P. Perry III Arboretum at Prairie Ridge and get to know our local trees! On this 1-to-2-mile hike\, we’ll dive into the basics of tree identification and share interesting facts about ten different species each session.\n\nYou’ll also discover how to become a contributor to Nature’s Notebook\, a collaborative science project where you can help researchers by tracking the life cycles of trees throughout the seasons.\n\nThis program welcomes ages 12+. All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout our time together. Please dress for the weather and wear closed-toed shoes. Meet at the green entrance gate. This program repeats monthly with varying tree species
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/trees-of-the-prairie-ridge-arboretum-15/
LOCATION:Prairie Ridge\, 1671 Gold Star Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Citizen Science,Outdoor Experiences,Walk-up Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie%20Hall":MAILTO:julie.hall@naturalsciences.org
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SUMMARY:Nature Storytime (Whiteville)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Discovery Forest at the Museum at Whiteville for a family-friendly\, natural science story and fun activities. Families with children of all ages are welcome with books chosen for ages 4-7. No registration required. \nNote: Each week will feature the same Storytime program on Thursday and Saturday. Check our calendar to see the event series schedule. \nFor more information\, please call the Museum at Whiteville: 910-788-5100.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/nature-storytime-whiteville-2/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Whiteville\, 415 South Madison Street\, Whiteville\, NC\, 28472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Intro to Botany
DESCRIPTION:Join ecoEXPLORE Central NC to discover the basics of botany – plant anatomy and characteristics\, what botanist study\, and more! \nThis virtual program is especially for kids in grades K-8\, but everyone is welcome.  You do not need to join ecoEXPLORE before the program\, but should you choose to create an account for your child so they can get started documenting wildlife for scientists and earning prizes\, visit ecoexplore.net. \nRegister here
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/intro-to-botany/
LOCATION:Virtual\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Citizen Science,K-12 Students,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="ecoEXPLORE%20Team":MAILTO:ecoexplore@naturalsciences.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
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SUMMARY:Science Trivia
DESCRIPTION:What’s cooler than absolute zero? The answer is Science Trivia night at NCMNS! \nQuestions feature a mix of science facts\, current news\, pop culture and scientific discoveries. Held in the Daily Planet Cafe the first Thursday of each month\, this is a great opportunity to mingle with friends\, compete for prizes and bragging rights\, and perhaps even learn something cool. \nThe Museum closes at 5 PM; the Daily Planet Cafe will remain open.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/science-trivia-3/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Daily Planet Cafe,General Events,Science Cafes,Teens,Trivia
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris%20Smith":MAILTO:christopher.smith@naturalsciences.org
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