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 Read Across New Hanover County
Read across the County is a summer program celebrating families, diversity and our county's unique outdoor environment! The program aspires to bring people of different backgrounds and ages together for a community-wide summer of reading, and encourages individuals and families to get outside in nature for new experiences, and to celebrate the diversity within our community.
Read across the County will run from June through August and offers citizens the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs and discussions tied to three books that illustrate the power of nature and relationships. More Information
NHC Residents Free Day
Airlie Gardens offers free admission to New Hanover County residents on the first Sunday of every month! Tickets must be reserved in advance, and remember to show a valid ID at check-in. Find more information on NHC Free Day at Airlie Gardens here.
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Environmental Education
Butterfly Release
Starting June 8th, join Airlie Garden's Environmental Educators for a butterfly release inside the butterfly house! Learn about all things butterflies, including life cycles and butterfly types. Butterflies will be released every Tuesday at 2pm and pre-registration is required. All June Butterfly Releases are SOLD OUT, but there are still spots left for July, August and September so reserve your tickets today at https://airliegardens.org/events/butterfly-releases/.
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Pollinator Week
June 21 - June 27 is National Pollinator Week! Visit Airlie Gardens this week to learn how to attract pollinators all year round, and what you can do to support your local pollinators! Find more information at https://airliegardens.org/pollinator-garden/.
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International Picnic Day
Did you know that June 18th is International Picnic Day? This is a perfect time to enjoy good food and good company at one of New Hanover County's parks! You can reserve a picnic shelter at ParksReservations.NHCgov.com, or throw out a blanket! Many of our parks, such as Long Leaf or Ogden, have many shady areas to choose from. Don't forget to snap a picture and tag using the hashtag #NHCPicnicDay!
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Echo Farms Pool
New Hanover County is collaborating with the YMCA to open and manage a public pool at Echo Farms Park! The pool will open soon for citizens to enjoy family and lap swim, as well as water aerobics! Admission is free for YMCA members, and $3 for adults or $1 for children for non-members. Click here to learn more or make pool reservations
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Snows Cut Park
Snows Cut Park will close permanently on June 30, 2021 due to shoreline erosion and safety concerns. Snows Cut Park users are encouraged to visit nearby River Road Park, located just a few miles away at 6500 River Rd. More Information
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