Join Hillsborough’s 2025-27 Poet Laureate Amal Kassir for a poetry workshop open to all ages. Amal is a Syrian American poet born and raised in Denver, Colorado. She has performed and taught in 13 countries and cities all over the world. She is the founder of House of Amal, a global writing community that sits … Continued
RambleRill Farm 913 Arthur Minnis Road 2:00pm – 4:00pm Rain or Shine Join us as we celebrate our planet and climate action at a beautiful organic farm in Hillsborough. We will have live music and information tables on various environmental topics such as light pollution, climate related books, gardening information with Master Gardeners, tree information … Continued
Presented by Omar Rezk Orange County Public Library 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough 5:30pm – 7:30pm In this introductory workshop, you’ll explore the ethics and principles of permaculture and start reflecting more deeply on the issues we face as humankind: like ecological and ethical degradation, food sovereignty, and community health. This workshop isn’t just about … Continued
Presented by Ashley Ward, PhD Extreme heat is now the leading cause of weather-related death in the United States, yet it remains one of the least understood climate risks. Many people still assume heat only affects large cities, that air conditioning alone solves the problem, or that heat is mainly a comfort issue rather than … Continued
Orange County Public Library 137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough 4:00pm – 5:00pm Capes not required! Join us to learn about environmental superheroes like John Muir, Rachel Carson, Xiye Bastida, and Sylvia Earle. Through stories and hands-on activities, kids will see how protecting the Earth can start at any age. Children will participate in this program … Continued
Passmore Center Meeting Room 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough 5:00pm – 6:15pm Join us for a discussion of The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet by Leah Thomas. This rich text explores the inextricable links between environmentalism, social justice, and power. We will explore the framework of Environmental Justice … Continued
Join meditation teacher Valorie Hallinan and celebrate our earth kinship with guided meditations and rituals that connect us to the earth’s grounding rhythms and the landscape we call home. These beautiful, immersive meditations are profoundly healing and inspire a deep caring for the earth. Activities will include: * Breathing with nature and grounding with the … Continued
Our water situation is changing. We have seen floods, rising costs, and hidden chemicals in our waters. Climate change, development, and changes to government policies are affecting access to water supplies in our community and region. What is the future of our water supply? Join us to hear from a panel of local and state … Continued
Experience American history through the unique perspective of one of North Carolina’s oldest and most historically significant towns through this visual based, seated tour. Established in 1754 as the seat of government for Orange County, Hillsborough’s colonial legacy and signs of its importance in North Carolina and American history can be seen everywhere.
Join us for a meatless meal at Serratore’s with the Hillsborough Climate Challenge. Our daily food choices. have a direct impact on the health of the planet. Small changes add up – including what we choose to eat. Learn about how eating less meat can help our environment.