“How to Save the World with Plants” Lecture
Saturday, March 16 from 11am-12pm
Kernersville Public Library
248 Harmon Ln
Kernersville, NC 27284
Plants have amazing super powers! Wendi Hartup, Town of Kernersville Stormwater Manager, will lead a 45-minute discussion on what types of plants can clean the air, reduce erosion and even improve water quality. As well as highlight plant myths, beautiful plants and conservation practices. For more information, contact Lara Goldstein (Adult Services Librarian). Please call (336) 703-2932 or email goldstlb@forsyth.cc.
State of Our Water
Monday, March 18 6:30 p.m.
1398 Carrollton Crossing Dr, Kernersville
What’s going on in our local waterways? Join a panel-style discussion about the State of Our Water. The panel will include Yadkin Riverkeeper, Edgar Miller, Winston-Salem Forsyth County Utilities Public Information Officer, Gale Ketteler, Winston-Salem Forsyth County Utilities Deputy Director, Bill Brewer, Trout Unlimited Representative, Robby Abou-Rizk, Town of Kernersville Stormwater Manager, Wendi Hartup, Forsyth Soil and Water Conservationist, Alexander Kiser. Arrive early to enter our raffle for a rain barrel giveaway and more!
Pre-Registration is not required, but recommended: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-our-water-tickets-856361198397?aff=oddtdtcreator
Got a question for our panelists in the areas of stormwater, wastewater, agriculture, recreation, and special water-related projects. Please complete and submit the online form below by March 6, 2024:
https://www.ptrc.org/services/regional-planning/stormwater-smart/programs/forsyth-creek-week
Boater Safety Course
March 18 and 19 at 6pm until 9pm
Salem Lake Marina Center
815 Salem Lake Road, Winston-Salem MAP
Interested in getting your North Carolina Boater Education Certification? Then join Wildlife Officer Matthew Proctor for a two-part class at Salem Lake Park.
You’ll learn about boating laws and regulations as well as boat registration and licensing. Get in-depth knowledge of boating safety equipment, and learn how to become a safe boater by learning the dos and don’ts of boater safety. The course also covers rules of the road, handling emergencies and mechanical problems on the water, the basics of towing and trailering, important information for hunters, anglers and water sports enthusiasts, and much more.
In North Carolina, boaters under age 26 must have this certification to operate a power boat by themselves. Better yet, many insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete the course.
Pre-registration is required. https://license.gooutdoorsnorthcarolina.com/Event/ViewEvent.aspx?id=140045
Composting ABCs
Tuesday, March 19 at 12 noon and 2 p.m.
Lewisville Branch
6490 Shallowford Rd.
Lewisville, N.C. 27023
Did you know composting is an excellent way to take care of our waterways? Learn how to start and maintain your own backyard compost bin or pile. North Carolina Cooperative Extension Agent Rebecca Craps will discuss the benefits of composting, the two main types of compost, the tools you need to get started, and more. Registration requested. Call 336-703-2940 or email deguzmse@forsyth.cc.
To register for the 12 pm class, go here, call 336-703-2858, or email rlcraps@ncsu.edu.
To register for the 2 p.m. class, go here, call 336-703-2858, or email rlcraps@ncsu.edu.
Locally Rooted: Embracing Ecological Landscaping with Native Plants
Tuesday, March 19th at 2PM-4PM
Reynolda Manor Library
2839 Fairlawn Dr,
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
Join Bee City USA liaison Moriah Gendy & Bashiva Garden Owner & Lead Horticulturist Maxwell Nottke for an in-depth discussion on how your planting choices can make a difference. After our conversation participants will have the chance to participate in a DIY Activity - building a Bee Hotel - to help support our local native pollinators. Registration required.
Pokémon Wednesday: Fish Pokémon
Wednesday, March 20 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Clemmons Branch
6365 James St.
Clemmons, N.C. 27012
Join us for a special night of Pokémon club when we learn about the fish Pokémon and what real-life fish inspired the designs. Ages 5 and up.
The Yadkin - A Watershed of History
Mary Alice Warren Community Center
March 21, 6-8 p.m.
7632 Warren Pk Dr
Lewisville, NC 27023
Local author and historian Randell Jones will highlight the role of the Yadkin River in the settlement of the North Carolina Piedmont and the role the Yadkin played in the founding of the United States.
Randell is the author of In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone and Before They Were Heroes at Kings Mountain as well as other books of the pioneer era and the American Revolution. Most of his books feature historical aspects of North Carolina, including From Time to Time in North Carolina and Scoundrels, Rogues, and Heroes of the Old North State.
Sponsored by Yadkin Riverkeeper.
https://www.yadkinriverkeeper.org/events/2024/3/21/the-yadkin-river-a-watershed-of-history
Lewisville Stream Watch
Saturday, March 23, 10 am-12 pm
Warren Park
440 Lewisville Clemmons Rd
Lewisville, NC
NC Stream Watch is a fun way for families and community groups to enjoy time outside and learn about the amazing system of creeks and streams that connect our parks and neighborhoods. This free, educational water quality program from the NC Department of Environmental Quality includes activities for both school-aged children and adults, with simple projects that can be completed in a few minutes, or when you have a whole afternoon to explore. Your local NC Stream Watch ambassadors from Stormwater SMART will offer both “wet” and “dry” activities, including macroinvertebrate collection, testing nutrient and pH levels, walking the creek for signs of erosion, and mapping the nearest stormwater conveyances. Once you know how to do it, you’ll want to be stream watching everywhere you go! (Be sure to dress appropriately based on how muddy and wet you want to get!)
All children require a responsible adult with them at all times.