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In the historic town of Saxapahaw, creativity and a commitment to social change just continue to grow, spearheaded in part by Donovan Zimmerman and his group of creatives. In 1998, Paperhand Puppet Intervention’s directors Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger met and formed a non-profit of epic proportions. Since then they have been using papier-mâché, cardboard, bamboo, your old house paints, cloth, and other assorted “junk” to create incredible giant puppets, masks, shadow plays and spectacle performances for all ages. In this presentation to Women of Fearrington, Donovan will share his origins in the arts and what lead him to puppetry and activism. He will not only show us pictures of the award winning company's performances but will do live demonstrations with some of his favorite creations. Come and celebrate 25 years of Paperhand in the Triangle, see some amazing giant puppets and get to know what sparks this incredible work in our community.

Free for members. Guest fee $5.00 

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April Road Trip

A Day of Exploration at the Museum of Life and Science

April 22, 2025, 10 a.m. meetup at The Gathering Place

Join us for our April Road Trip to the Museum of Life and Science, one of the Triangle’s favorite museums. The museum is located on 84-acres in Durham, North Carolina. The main building houses the Butterfly House, Hideaway Woods, Farmyard, and Sprout Café. There is a nature park, and the 2-foot narrow gauge Ellerbe Creek C.P. Huntington train ride. The museum features both indoor and outdoor exhibits and learning environments. Explore on your own (no guided tour).

Senior admission is $21 per person and the train ride is $6 per person. 

Lunch or snacks can be purchased at the Sprout Café.

Transportation is by personal vehicles and ride sharing is encouraged.

Limited to 20 Women of Fearrington members.

Registration is required. To register, please click HERE.

Celebrate Fearrington Village by depicting moments in the Village or memories of the 1970s in sidewalk chalk. Drawings should show imagination & creativity. The contest is open to all skill levels, the young-at-heart or just plain

young, individuals and teams! Chalk will be available at the Women of Fearrington tent. You may use your own chalk; bring a kneeling pad for comfort.

Themes: Summer Fun J Music J Nature J FV Gathering Places J The 1970s

Registration: FREE! Pre-registration by April 10 is encouraged. Click here to register. You may sign up at the WoF tent on the day of the Festival, space permitting.

Event Schedule: Entrants may begin drawing on April 26 at 11am. All drawings must be completed by 3pm to allow for judges and on-site voting by attendees. Winners will be announced during the closing ceremony at 4:30 p.m.

Prizes: Prizes will be awarded based on Originality, Artistic Expression, and Creativity. Best in Show will be judged by attendees. Entrants need not be present to win. Photos will be taken of each entry.