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SUMMARY:North American Rock Garden Society (Piedmont Chapter) Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Diminutive plants from all over the world\, Alpine plants\, South African bulbs\, Primulas\, carnivorous plants and self-sowers. Let’s take a look into the care\, the collection and the magic of the Alpine House.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/north-american-rock-garden-society-piedmont-chapter-lecture-2/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the stresses of daily life and into the calming embrace of nature. Led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Shawn Ramsey\, this two-hour guided forest bathing experience invites you to slow down\, awaken your senses\, and reconnect with the natural world in a meaningful way. \nInspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing) and supported by growing scientific research\, this experience promotes relaxation\, improved mood\, and enhanced well-being. \nAs you meander through the natural areas of the JC Raulston Arboretum\, you’ll be gently guided through a series of mindfulness practices and nature-based invitations designed to foster presence\, curiosity\, and a deeper sense of connection. \nThis is more than a walk in the woods — restorative journey for your body\, mind and spirit. Come as you are\, and leave feeling grounded\, refreshed\, and inspired by the wisdom of the natural world.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/forest-bathing-2/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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SUMMARY:Girl Scout Program
DESCRIPTION:Spend the afternoon discovering all about trees! Through hands-on crafts and activities\, learn about the parts of a tree and their functions\, how trees are used in everyday life\, and more as part of this tree-iffic program! \nThis program is designed to fulfill the requirements for the Trees Badge. We have JCRA patches for all scouts who attend the program\, but troops or individual Scouts will need to purchase the Girl Scout Trees Badge from their Girl Scout Store. \nRegistration for this program is open to troops or individual Scouts. Please make sure troop numbers are included in your registration. If attending as a troop\, we will group Scouts together to rotate through the stations as a troop. Individual Scouts will be placed together to make a group or added to a troop to rotate through the stations. \nTroop leaders or parents are expected to stay with the Scouts to supervise during the entire program.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/girl-scout-program-2/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T203000
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SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Plant Care
DESCRIPTION:Caring for plants is both an art and a science—part intuition\, part know-how. Every gardener\, from beginner to expert\, faces the same essential questions: When should I prune? How much should I water? What’s the best way to plant\, fertilize\, or repot? In this class\, Bryce Lane brings decades of horticultural expertise to demystify these everyday tasks\, showing you not just what to do\, but why it works. \nOver eight weeks\, you’ll explore the fundamental practices that keep gardens thriving\, learning how to perform each one with confidence and purpose. You’ll uncover the science behind good technique—understanding how soil\, water\, nutrients\, and plant biology interact—while also developing the practical judgment that comes only with experience. \nEach session focuses on one key aspect of plant care\, building a complete toolkit for growing healthier\, more resilient plants in any garden setting.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-art-and-science-of-plant-care/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T183000
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SUMMARY:Responsible Gardening in a Changing Climate with Emmy-Award winning professor Bryce Lane
DESCRIPTION:For generations\, gardeners have relied on familiar rhythms and dependable rules of thumb. But as temperatures shift\, weather patterns become less predictable\, and pests and plant stresses change\, many gardeners are finding themselves unsure of what practices still work—and what needs to change. \nIn this 6-week course\, you’ll learn practical strategies for gardening responsibly and resiliently in the face of a changing climate. Together\, we’ll explore how climate change is affecting home landscapes and gardens\, from rising temperatures and shifting hardiness zones to changing rainfall patterns\, longer growing seasons\, and increasing pest pressures. \nAdvanced registration required.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/responsible-gardening-in-a-changing-climate-with-emmy-award-winning-professor-bryce-lane/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T183000
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SUMMARY:Plant ID for the Home Gardener: Fall Edition
DESCRIPTION:How do you tell one plant from another when they look almost exactly alike? Is that a boxwood or a Japanese holly? Which features actually matter when you’re trying to identify a plant? And what do all those botanical names really mean? Plant identification is both an art and a science\, and understanding plant nomenclature\, taxonomy\, and identification can make every gardener more knowledgeable and confident\, helping you select the right plants for your landscape and better understand how to care for them. \nIn this 5-week class\, we’ll explore the principles of plant identification. Rather than simply memorizing names\, you’ll learn how to look at a plant and understand what you’re seeing. We’ll examine leaves\, stems\, buds\, flowers\, fruits\, branching patterns\, and other characteristics that can help you narrow down an identification\, with particular attention to the trees\, shrubs\, and herbaceous plants commonly encountered in the garden and landscape. We’ll also explore how today’s plant identification apps\, digital keys\, and landscape planning tools can work alongside your knowledge to help you identify plants and determine where they might fit best. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nThe Fundamentals of Plant Identification — Learn how to observe plants systematically and recognize the characteristics that help distinguish one plant from another.\nPlant Anatomy and Morphology — Understand the basic structures and forms of plants and how they can be used as identification clues.\nPlant Names and Nomenclature — Learn the basics of botanical naming and taxonomy\, and how understanding plant relationships and names can make you a more informed gardener.\nIdentifying Similar Plants — Discover how to spot the subtle differences between plants that can look remarkably alike at first glance.\nUsing Modern Identification Tools — Explore plant identification apps\, digital keys\, and landscape planning tools that can supplement your knowledge and help you identify and select plants. \nWhy Attend? \nBecome a Better Plant Observer — Learn what to look for when you encounter an unfamiliar plant\, whether in your garden\, a nursery\, or out in the landscape.\nBuild Skills\, Not Just a Plant List — Develop an approach to identification that you can apply to plants you haven’t encountered before.\nMake Sense of Similar Plants — Learn to recognize the details that separate look-alike plants and turn confusion into confidence.\nLearn from an Expert — Bryce Lane is an award-winning educator known for making horticulture accessible\, engaging\, and fun.\nThis hybrid course is offered both in person at the JC Raulston Arboretum and online via Zoom\, giving you the flexibility to attend from anywhere. Rather than heading into the garden\, each week we’ll examine plant specimens together in the classroom\, giving in-person attendees the ability to handle and examine the samples while our camera gives our online participants a close-up view. All lectures will be recorded and shared with participants each week\, so you can revisit the material or catch up if you can’t make every session.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/plant-id-for-the-home-gardener-fall-edition/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:Our trial garden beds are always a visitor favorite because of the color\, energy and LIFE they bring to the garden. And while the display our Color Trials puts on through the growing season is spectacular\, there are a few selections that stood above the rest. \nJoin Tim and Sophia as they spotlight their favorite plants and the best performers from this year’s annual and perennial trials. New plants with new forms and new colors that you can only pretend you can imagine. Seriously\, there’s a variegated ornamental sorghum growing out there that will completely transform your relationship with monocotyledonous grain crops. Tune in and find out what other surprises we had growing this year!
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program-8/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T110000
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SUMMARY:Garden Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join us for a morning of outdoor garden fun! \nGarden Storytimes are a great way for families with preschool children to experience the garden. The program begins at the Bobby G. Wilder Visitor Center where we will get ready for a fun time outside together. Then\, you’ll take a stroll through the garden with Children’s Program staff and volunteers to see all that is happening in the garden\, read a couple children’s books with a garden twist\, and go home with a garden-themed craft created by your little one. \nPlease come dressed for the weather\, as this program is held outdoors. In the case of rain\, activities are moved to a sheltered location. Caregivers stay with children during the program and are encouraged to participate.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/garden-storytime-4/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T183416Z
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SUMMARY:Pressed Flower Collage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Angela Mason Foster and Debra Singer-Harter for a creative three-hour workshop exploring the art of making collages with dried\, pressed flowers. Participants will learn how to arrange pressed flowers\, leaves\, and small decorative elements on stretched canvas to create a unique botanical artwork. \nDuring the class\, Angela and Debra will guide you through basic design ideas\, layering techniques\, and methods for attaching delicate pressed materials using matte medium. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those who already enjoy working with pressed flowers or mixed media. \nEach participant will create an 8″ x 8″ pressed flower collage on stretched canvas to take home.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/pressed-flower-collage-workshop/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000
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CREATED:20260921T190903Z
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that your garden doesn’t stop being beautiful just because the sun went down? With some strategic lighting and the right plant palette\, the nighttime garden sparkles to life with shimmers\, shadows and silhouettes that just can’t be witnessed during the day. \nJoin our Director Mark for a vespertine jaunt through the JCRA as he shows off the best plant selections that shine in the moonlight\, both figuratively and literally. Mark will tell you about his favorite plants for adding interest to your garden after dark and share practical tips for accentuating their beauty and for making your landscape more usable and inviting long after daylight fades.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program-9/2026-10-28/2/
LOCATION:Online\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T203032Z
CREATED:20260921T203032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T203032Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Blooms at the JCRA
DESCRIPTION:Do you admire handmade cards? Join JCRA volunteer and artist\, Debra Singer-Harter\, to have fun making whimsical flower art even if you have no drawing or painting experience! \nIt is that special time at the JCRA when the moonlight shines through the trees. So let’s paint it! We will start by using lines to create simple trees and then add the moon and dark night. We will provide the three blank cards\, watercolor paint and brush. You will paint on the card stock and learn how to blend the colors to create your own style. Each participant can make three cards during this two-hour session.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/art-and-blooms-at-the-jcra/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T140000
DTSTAMP:20261007T190524Z
CREATED:20261007T190524Z
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SUMMARY:Plant-Lover's Tour
DESCRIPTION:Love plants? So do we! And after the summer we just had with all the heat and lack of rain\, there’s nothing we love more about plants than their tenacious resiliency. Yes\, the garden’s a little brown and crunchy\, but there are so many plants that sailed through our summer\, and a bunch that look absolutely fabulous right now despite all that. \nJoin our Director of Horticulture Greg as he commiserates with you about the climate and the weather\, while also taking us around the garden and showing us the bright side of things with all the brilliant and beautiful plants that have earned their spot in our garden after this droughty year.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/plant-lovers-tour/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T160000
DTSTAMP:20261007T190522Z
CREATED:20261007T190522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T190522Z
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:Autumn is the opportune time to start planting bulbs for a beautiful display in the spring. Of course\, some “spring bulbs” aren’t even really bulbs\, and when you get plant nerds thinking about geophytic storage organs\, we get sidetracked by all the incredible ways plants have adapted to enduring times of stress\, and we just want to talk about that. \nJoin our Curator Dennis as he goes beyond bulbs and takes a deep dive into the different types of plant storage organs from corms and tubers to rhizomes and swollen hypocotyls. Dennis will show you how to tell the difference between these various plant parts while also showing you some cool examples of each one. And it is Dennis after all\, so there will be a healthy dose of fun facts and plant trivia every step of the way. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program/
LOCATION:Online\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T213000
DTSTAMP:20261007T150235Z
CREATED:20261007T150235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T150235Z
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SUMMARY:Moonlight in the Garden Preview Night
DESCRIPTION:“Moonlight in the Garden is your only opportunity to experience the JC Raulston Arboretum after dark. Wander through the internationally acclaimed plant collection transformed by artful lighting\, listen to live music\, grab a bite from a food truck\, gather around the fire pits and warm up with a cup of hot apple cider. \nThe garden takes on an entirely different character at night\, with trees\, plants and pathways illuminated in unexpected and beautiful ways. Bring your family and friends and discover the garden after dark on a crisp November evening. Tickets are required. Proceeds support the JC Raulston Arboretum and help keep the garden open and admission free 365 days a year. \nTickets available for purchase on the JCRA website. “
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/moonlight-in-the-garden-preview-night/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T200000
DTSTAMP:20261007T150232Z
CREATED:20261007T150232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T150232Z
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SUMMARY:Moonlight in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:“Moonlight in the Garden is your only opportunity to experience the JC Raulston Arboretum after dark. Wander through the internationally acclaimed plant collection transformed by artful lighting\, listen to live music\, grab a bite from a food truck\, gather around the fire pits and warm up with a cup of hot apple cider. \nThe garden takes on an entirely different character at night\, with trees\, plants and pathways illuminated in unexpected and beautiful ways. Bring your family and friends and discover the garden after dark on a crisp November evening. Tickets are required. Proceeds support the JC Raulston Arboretum and help keep the garden open and admission free 365 days a year. \nTickets available for purchase on the JCRA website. “
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/moonlight-in-the-gardens/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20261007T225016Z
CREATED:20261007T225016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T225016Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Story Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful gardens and read a good story at the same time! \nThis story will be out in the gardens from Saturday\, November 7 through Sunday\, November 15 during garden open hours. \nNot familiar with Story Walks? Story Walks are self-guided experiences where pages of a book are displayed in the garden. Information about where to find the title page is posted at the Visitor Center. Once you find the first page of the story in the garden\, you’ll see the next page and be able to follow the story as you stroll through the gardens. There is no set time to start this experience and can be done at your own pace. Most stories can be experienced in about half an hour to an hour.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/garden-story-walk-2/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T160000
DTSTAMP:20261007T225015Z
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:Missed our recent Plant-Lover’s Tour\, or want to enjoy it again from the comfort of home? Join us live over Zoom for the premiere of the freshly edited recording of Greg’s “Summer’s Survivors” tour. \nYes\, the garden’s a little brown and crunchy\, but there are so many plants that sailed through our summer\, and a bunch that look absolutely fabulous right now despite all that. Join our Director of Horticulture Greg as he commiserates with you about the climate and the weather\, while taking us around the garden and showing us the bright side of things with all the brilliant and beautiful plants that have earned their spot in our garden after this droughty year.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program-10/
LOCATION:Online\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T225013Z
CREATED:20261007T225013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T225013Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the stresses of daily life and into the calming embrace of nature. Led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Shawn Ramsey\, this two-hour guided forest bathing experience invites you to slow down\, awaken your senses\, and reconnect with the natural world in a meaningful way. \nInspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing) and supported by growing scientific research\, this experience promotes relaxation\, improved mood\, and enhanced well-being. \nAs you meander through the natural areas of the JC Raulston Arboretum\, you’ll be gently guided through a series of mindfulness practices and nature-based invitations designed to foster presence\, curiosity\, and a deeper sense of connection. \nThis is more than a walk in the woods — restorative journey for your body\, mind and spirit. Come as you are\, and leave feeling grounded\, refreshed\, and inspired by the wisdom of the natural world.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/forest-bathing-3/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
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SUMMARY:Budding Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Calling all explorers! Join us for an exciting\, hands-on program where we’ll discover the fascinating world of nocturnal animals! \nYouth participants\, accompanied by an adult\, will investigate how mammals in North Carolina have adapted to life after dark. Through interactive activities and a garden adventure\, we’ll explore the special senses that help nocturnal creatures thrive at night and search for signs of the animals that may have visited the JCRA while we were asleep. \nYou’ll also get an introduction to ecoEXPLORE\, an incentive-based community science program developed by The North Carolina Arboretum. By making real-world observations and completing fun challenges\, youth participants can earn badges and prizes throughout the year. \nThere is no need to have an ecoEXPLORE account prior to this program in order to participate. Program begins at the Visitor Center. Come dressed for the weather as this program will be held partly outdoors. In the event of inclement weather\, activities will be moved inside. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to equip your budding explorers with the knowledge and tools to continue (or begin!) their science journey!
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/budding-explorers-2/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T200000
DTSTAMP:20261009T154709Z
CREATED:20261009T154709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T154709Z
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SUMMARY:Photography Walk
DESCRIPTION:In the annual event “Moonlight in the Garden\,” the JCRA is decorated with an elaborate design of garden lighting that beautifully highlights the garden’s key botanical features. It is a magical time to visit the gardens\, but it can be challenging to capture in a photograph if you are not used to nighttime photography. \nIn this special session\, Mary Louise will start in the classroom\, explaining the key equipment and techniques she uses to successfully capture the illuminated garden. Then the class will transition to the gardens to practice these techniques with Mary Louise’s guidance. Participants are welcome to continue to photograph and enjoy the gardens after the session\, until 8 pm. \nPhotography Walk fees include entrance fee to Moonlight in the Gardens event for the night of the class. The Photography Walk is a special preview event and takes place on an evening when the event is not open to the general public. This is an exclusive opportunity to be able to photograph the nighttime event using a tripod\, an essential tool for sharp night images.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/photography-walk/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T160000
DTSTAMP:20261009T160744Z
CREATED:20261009T160744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T160744Z
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:Mother Nature hates bare soil\, and let’s be honest\, so do us gardeners when it’s obvious you could squeeze a few more plants into that bed\, easily. But what do you do when it’s not that easy? What if you’re dealing with a steep slope\, or massive tree roots\, or hard compact soil you have to fight to dig up? \nJoin our Research Technician Evan as he takes us to some tricky spots in the garden and shows us how to get plants in the ground when the ground is being anything but cooperative. Evan will demonstrate proper planting techniques while also sharing a few tips and tricks for making sure your plants can get established and survive\, wherever you’re putting them. Whether you need to stop your soil from eroding down the hill\, or you just want more color and life in every nook and cranny you can manage\, you’re not going to want to miss this one!
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program-11/
LOCATION:Online\, Asheville\, NC\, NC\, 28602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T140000
DTSTAMP:20261015T130403Z
CREATED:20261015T130403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T130403Z
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SUMMARY:Plant-Lover’s Tour
DESCRIPTION:Love plants? So do we! Come and join us at the JC Raulston Arboretum on the first Tuesday of every month as our resident horticulturists show you around the garden and tell you everything you could ever want to know about all the plants that we’re in love with right now! You’re sure to see some spectacular and unique plants and even gain some inspiration for your own garden.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/plant-lovers-tour-3/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T140000
DTSTAMP:20261015T130429Z
CREATED:20261015T130429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T130429Z
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SUMMARY:Plant-Lover's Tour
DESCRIPTION:Love plants? So do we! Come and join us at the JC Raulston Arboretum on the first Tuesday of every month as our resident horticulturists show you around the garden and tell you everything you could ever want to know about all the plants that we’re in love with right now! You’re sure to see some spectacular and unique plants and even gain some inspiration for your own garden.
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/plant-lovers-tour-4/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T140000
DTSTAMP:20261015T130530Z
CREATED:20261015T130530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T130530Z
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SUMMARY:The Midweek Program
DESCRIPTION:The Midweek Program at the JC Raulston Arboretum is a free\, educational program we broadcast live over Zoom every Wednesday at 3:00 pm Eastern Time and then make publicly available on our YouTube Channel. Every week is a different format with a different topic all related to gardening and horticulture that features a live Q&A and an opportunity to engage with our team of professional horticulturists. \nBe sure to swing by our Zoom Room every Wednesday at 3:00 pm to see all the cool plants and gardening tips & tricks we’re excited to share with you each week!
URL:https://raleighmag.com/event/the-midweek-program-3/
LOCATION:JC Raulston Arboretum\, 4415 Beryl Rd.\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="JC Raulston Arboretum":MAILTO:jcraprograms@ncsu.edu
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