Events

Our chapter was honored to be a part of the celebration with the City of Charlotte for National Pollinator Week. That week, Linda Nelson of Wild Ones Charlotte Piedmont spoke on a panel on WFAE Charlotte Talks. Listen to the recording HERE.

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February 2025

Feb
20

National Panel Discussion: "Bees Beyond Honey: Understanding Native and Managed Pollinators"

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Will be Recorded Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

All are welcome to join this free virtual panel discussion exploring the vital roles of native, solitary, and honeybees in pollination and biodiversity. Featuring experts Sam Droege (USGS), Dave Hunter (Crown Bees), and Dr. Lora Morandin (Pollinator Partnership), this event will discuss into the challenges pollinators face, the balance between managed and wild bees, and actionable ways to support all pollinators.

Gain insights from over 90 years of combined experience and learn how to advocate for pollinator habitats through planting native species, participating in community science, and adopting responsible management practices.

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Feb
22

Fairy House Festival

Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Latta Nature Preserve, 6345 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, 28078 Map

Public Welcome Family Friendly Paid Event Hands-On/How-To Workshop Public Restroom Free Public Parking

This is the third year that Wild Ones Charlotte Piedmont has hosted a booth at this festival. It is great fun! We provide literature and information about native plants and a craft for children - fairy gardens using air-dry clay and nature items, such as small pinecones, lichen,  bark, sticks, dry grasses, etc. 

Tickets are required. 

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Feb
24

Gardening in the Southern Piedmont

to (Eastern Time)
Marvin Village Hall, 10001 Marvin School Rd, Marvin, NC, 28173 Map

Public Welcome Paid Event Program/Speaker Presentation Conference/Symposium Public Restroom Free Public Parking Drinking Fountains

Join NCWF Habitat Builders Chapter, the NC Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Union County, and the Wild Ones Charlotte Piedmont Chapter for an in-person, four class gardening series focused on Gardening in the Southern Piedmont.  The four class dates are on Mondays - Feb 24, March 3, 10, and 17 - at 6PM - 8PM.

If you are new to gardening  or new to the area, this is the series for you. We provide a class that covers the basics, with a strong focus on native plants, building soil, and gardening for wildlife. Learn to garden with nature and create spaces that are easy to maintain.

Registration includes your choice of a native plant guide or garden tool, knowledgeable instructors with extensive experience in the Piedmont, and educational resources provided by the sponsor organizations. We will cover gardening basics, turf, landscaping, and gardening for wildlife all with a focus on making the process as low maintenance and environmentally friendly as possible.

Registration link provides more detailed information. 

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September 2025

Sep
18

September Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Will be Recorded Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

October 2025

Oct
16

October Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Will be Recorded Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon! 

November 2025

Nov
20

November Wild Ones National Webinar

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Will be Recorded Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Details coming soon!