Aug 26 Tuesday
How can we support and protect this native and rare butterfly? The Crystal Skipper Butterfly Project is a research and conservation initiative focused on a species found only on a 30 mile stretch of North Carolina's barrier islands. Bri Hoffman, Project Manager, will share information on the skipper's discovery, recognition as a species, and status as a rare and endemic butterfly. She will discuss threats to the Crystal Skipper and other coastal organisms and pollinators and the project's current research efforts. Bri will suggest some ways we can help to bolster the skipper and other wildlife.Carolina Nature Coalition invites you to join Bri Hoffman @ 7:00 PM, Tuesday, August 26th, at UUFNB, 308 Meadows Street, New Bern...Orjoin us via Zoom (link found on our website of our Facebook page)
Sep 13 Saturday
Join Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager Mike Spafford, for an exclusive look at standout plants featured in the Fall Plant Sale. This lecture highlights top picks for autumn planting, offering expert tips on adding color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape. Learn how to make the most of these selections to create a thriving fall garden.
This lecture will take place in Cullman Performance Hall at the North Carolina History Center.
Oct 10 Friday
Explore the beauty of Tryon Palace gardens for free during MumFest weekend. Delight in the vibrant hues of hundreds of mums and various fall blooming plants spread across the 21 acres of the palace gardens during Garden Lovers’ Weekend.
For those eager to bring the essence of fall blooming charm to their homes, don’t miss the Fall Heritage Plant Sale on Friday and Saturday, located on the Daves House Lawn just inside the Palace main gate. This annual plant sale features a diverse selection of locally grown plants from the Palace’s nursery yard, along with a wide variety of perennials, herbs, and other fall favorites. The Fall Heritage Plant Sale will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days, but be sure to arrive early for the best selection, as supplies are limited.
Want to take home some of that fall blooming splendor? The Fall Heritage Plant Sale will be held Friday and Saturday on the Daves House Lawn just inside the Palace main gate. This annual plant sale offers a selection of plants grown locally and in the Palace’s nursery yard, as well as a wide variety of perennials, herbs and other fall favorites. Supplies are limited so come early for the best selection.
Oct 11 Saturday
Oct 12 Sunday