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SUMMARY:Roots of Discovery: Living with the Earth
DESCRIPTION:Explore the deep-rooted knowledge and traditions of Native American communities in North Carolina through hands-on science\, storytelling\, and cultural experiences. Discover how Indigenous peoples have long understood and cared for the natural world — and how their wisdom continues to guide our relationship with the Earth today. \nPresentation\n12:30pm\, SECU Daily Planet Theater\nIndigenous Roots\nNative Americans are storykeepers — storytelling is who we are and what we do. We are all citizens of a larger thread\, living with the Earth and given its valuable gifts. Stewardship of these natural treasures helps preserve the vital knowledge they hold for future generations. Featuring an introduction by Quinn Godwin\, DNCR Director of the Native American Heritage Coalition. \nAbout the speaker\nTonya Holy Elk is an Indigenous author\, poet\, scholar and storyteller from North Carolina\, whose writing captures the enduring strength of Native communities and the deep interconnection between land\, memory and spirit. Tonya is a citizen of the Oglala Lakota Nation of Pine Ridge\, South Dakota\, with family ties to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. She grew up surrounded by the oral traditions and lived experiences that now shape her poetry. An advocate for literary and cultural arts\, she is committed to engaging\, empowering and preserving cultural memory while inspiring future generations to recognize the power of their own voices. Her poetic memoir\, “Roots & Blooms\,” and upcoming poetry collection\, “Soul Food\,” bring together poems that honor ancestral roots while speaking to contemporary struggles\, resilience and renewal. \nActivities\nNature Research Center Lobby\nVoices of the Wild\nDiscover how animals share wisdom\, guidance and lessons about living in balance with the natural world. Explore these stories and listen to the voices that have been teaching for generations. \nBees and Beans\nLearn how sustainable planting practices like pollinator gardens and the Three Sisters planting method help generate a constant supply of food while maintaining environmental health. \nWe Are All Related: Mitákuye Oyásʼiŋ \nCreate a poem using writing prompts and/or letters with Tonya Holy Elk. \nTriangle Native American Society (Urban Indian Organization)\nCelebrate 40 years of local impact as this community expands its reach across the Triangle. Connect with the team and learn how they are increasing the visibility of Native people and culture. \nNC Government and Heritage Library\nDiscover the history of American Indian tribes in North Carolina with resources to support researching tribal ancestry. Explore educational materials and take home free seed packets from the Native Seed Library. \n\nRoots of Discovery offers a meaningful platform where communities can share their stories in their own voice—through hands-on science\, artistic expression and cultural traditions—while showcasing the connections between culture\, nature and scientific discovery. \n  \n 
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/roots-of-discovery-living-with-the-earth/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,General Events,SECU Daily Planet Theater,Teens
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SUMMARY:Live Animal Feeding – Ocean Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live feeding of the marine life in the Our Changing Oceans aquarium and meet our Living Collections staff. Species currently in our 10\,000-gallon aquarium include: \n\nAngelfish (gray\, French)\nTangs (Atlantic blue\, ocean surgeon\, doctorfish)\nGrunts (bluestriped\, French\, porkfish)\nBalloonfish\nLobsters\n\nThis walk-up program is offered: \n\nWednesday & Friday — 10:45am\n\nLocation: Nature Research Center\, 1st floor\, Our Changing Oceans exhibit. \nNo registration required.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/live-animal-feeding-ocean-habitat-4/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,Live Animals,Teens,Walk-up Programs
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SUMMARY:Incredible Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an entertaining half hour of science experiments and demonstrations. Day-to-day topics vary but often include physics and chemistry demonstrations on inertia\, buoyancy and electromagnetism. Enjoy natural science topics such as the incredible composition of beaver teeth or the amazing design and strength of birds’ eggs. \nThis walk-up program is offered: \n\nWednesdays — 1:30pm\nThursdays — 1:30pm\nFridays — 1:30pm\nSaturdays — 12:30pm\, 2pm\n\nLocation: Windows on the World on the 3rd floor of the Nature Exploration Center. \nDesigned for ages 7 and up. No registration required.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/incredible-science-5/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,All Ages,Children,Teens,Walk-up Programs,Windows on the World
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