Cool off with Taps & Corks Tours, with tasting stops at two Whitaker Mill watering holes – Lynnwood Brewing Concern and East Bower Cider Co. We’ll meet at 1:30 pm for beer tasting and light appetizers at Lynnwood Brewing Concern, and then walk about a block to East Bower Cider Co., Raleigh’s first cidery, where […]
Feeling a once-unfamiliar craft take shape in your own hands is a truly magical experience… In collaboration with Verdigris Wood Shop: Learn how to mill and sand your own charcuterie board while visiting a local ginger farm in this delightful workshop. Participants will meet Laura Ponder and Stephen Burges. Aside from being two great people, […]
You will meet our treasure hunt guide at Cotton House Craft Brewers (307 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511). After an initial briefing, your team will depart with your treasure map on a 60-minute scavenger hunt where you will use your mind and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and […]
There is not only power in knowing where and how our goods come to be made, but an intense sense of gratitude and appreciation for the objects that fill our lives... In collaboration with Hand-Picked Nursery: Try out the craft of leather-work in this hand-sewing workshop hosted at Hand-Picked Nursery. You'll leave with a leather […]
Take a little piece of the farm everywhere you go... In collaboration with Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store: This hands-on workshop will take you through the process of selecting natural farm momentos and preserving them in a resin craft of your own to take home with you. You'll learn all about what resin is, […]
A Summer Saturday picking and playing with flowers... In collaboration with Pace Family Farms: Come out to the farm on this Saturday morning to pick and arrange a bouquet from the Pace Family Farms flower garden! We will begin by gathering up the colors and types of flowers you want before joining expert florist, Jenn […]
Idyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream... In collaboration with Wrenn's Farms... Christina Wrenn began growing cut flowers 4 years ago after finishing her Horticulture degree from NC State. She started with a single row of zinnias, all of which sold […]
In collaboration with Sweet Peas Urban Gardens... Join us for an enriching workshop on fermentation! Delve into the world of fermenting food and beverages with the guidance of long time friend of the farm Jessica Harris. Discover how fermenting enhances probiotic content, boosts vitamin levels, extends shelf life, and tantalizes the taste buds. Learn the art […]
Flow from body to mind in this art and wellness experience... In collaboration with Simone LaRay Poetry: Join us at the beautiful Haven Farm Shoppe for a relaxing Sunday evening of yoga followed by an intimate and encouraging open mic experience. Zen and Pen is a unique open mic experience held every third Sunday at […]
Bring your creativity into the frame with fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an old tradition! You will spend your evening with Abby Redus, a passionate local weaver and detail-oriented textile designer with the goal of breaking down the […]
Centuries of heritage live within the unique spirit of mezcal... In collaboration with Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria: The first Mezcal Bar in the southeast, Gallo Pelón offers an intimate mezcal tasting experience. Their bar is beautiful, exciting, and intimate with a style representing the Colombian heritage of its owner, Angela Salamanca. We welcome you into our […]
What could be better than creativity and cookies? In collaboration with The Cookie People... Did you know that you can crochet pretty much anywhere? It's a great exercise in creativity and mindfulness and all it takes is a single tool and some yarn which need almost no space. To prove that point, we're creating a […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Evan, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the city […]
"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]
Deep tradition makes for deeper flavor... In collaboration with Broadslab Distillery: Not many families can say they helped pioneer a state-wide industry, but Jeremy and Shelly Norris have family roots that run all the way to the sunrise of NC moonshine distilling. Generations later, they're still at it! In this experience you'll have a chance […]
Bees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience is all about learning where the things you love come from hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter, local beekeepers and owner's of Baxter's Bees; not to mention just all-around great people! Come to the Stone Ridge Farm Market in Zebulon, NC for a scenic outdoor experience where […]
Idyllic, I think is the word, for picking flowers, contemplating colors, enjoying a cold drink, and sharing some homemade ice cream… In collaboration with Wrenn’s Farm: Christina began growing cut flowers four years ago after finishing her horticulture degree at NC State. She started with a single row of zinnias, all of which sold very […]
Where parents and children can express their creativity in tandem... Art Time Studio presents Together in Art, a class for parents and children to celebrate their creativity together in a fun and engaging environment. The studio provides all materials needed, including a take-home canvas for each participant. Lean into the joy of art as your […]
One of the great privileges of NC is its depth of cultural inspirations… In collaboration with Sophie's Grill and Bar: Armenia meets Cary, North Carolina. Celebrate Old-World flavors and learn about family recipes and traditions. Sophie's Grill and Bar is a family endeavor helmed by first-generation immigrants to America. Owner and Chef Desislava, or “Desy," […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Evan, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the city […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting what's right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Hand-Picked Nursery: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist. In this workshop you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes her time […]
Enjoy the peacefulness and joy that only a cow with bangs can bring... In collaboration with The Relatively Crafty Market: Come for a lovely painting workshop where some adorable and playful highland cows are the object to capture. This workshop will be guided by Barbara Jean Murray, a talented local painter with extensive experience in […]
Cool off with Taps & Corks Tours, with tasting stops at two Whitaker Mill watering holes – Lynnwood Brewing Concern and East Bower Cider Co. We’ll meet at 1:30 pm for beer tasting and light appetizers at Lynnwood Brewing Concern, and then walk about a block to East Bower Cider Co., Raleigh’s first cidery, […]
"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky," the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Company, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]
