Geer Cemetery, at 800 Colonial Street, Durham, is one of Durham's oldest African American burial grounds. In Plain Sight is an outdoor exhibit at the cemetery that will educate visitors about the cemetery. It opens on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, with a virtual event. (See below.) The exhibit runs through March 7th, 2021. You can visit any time on your own, and there will also … [Read more...] about In Plain Sight: outdoor educational exhibit at Durham’s Geer Cemetery, with additional virtual events
The Raleigh Market at N.C. State Fairgrounds every weekend
The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, every weekend. The outdoor hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the indoor hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. The Raleigh Market features hundreds of indoor and outdoor vendors every weekend, offering a treasure hunt like no other. You can find high-end … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Market at N.C. State Fairgrounds every weekend
Family Fun Day on the Farm at Old Mill Farm in Durham
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC 751 in Durham, is holding a ticketed event, Family Fun on the Farm, on these upcoming Saturdays: January 16th, 2021 January 23rd, 2021 January 30th, 2021 Tickets are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance. Learn about other animal encounters in the Triangle! 90-minute time slots start at: 10 a.m. 12 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. You … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day on the Farm at Old Mill Farm in Durham
Virtual Job Fairs and Workwear Boutique Sales with Dress for Success
Dress for Success Triangle has a mission of empowering women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and development tools. The organization provides career and image coaching, a job acquisition class, career development support and skill-building webinars. Learn about how you can donate work attire to Dress for … [Read more...] about Virtual Job Fairs and Workwear Boutique Sales with Dress for Success
Free wings at Grillbillies in Wendell
Grillbillies, 36 N Pine Street, in Wendell, sells grills, smokers, fryers, outdoor kitchens, and roasters, as well as sauces and rubs. On Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, they'll be hosting Wing Fest! They will be cooking up wings with some new rubs and seasonings, as well as some old favorites. They want you to sample the wings! They'll be cooking the wings from 11 a.m. until they're … [Read more...] about Free wings at Grillbillies in Wendell
Register online to vote in North Carolina
North Carolina now allows you to apply online to register to vote. If you know someone who is new to the state, who is just turning 18, or just hasn't registered to vote yet, please share this information. There are some cases where people might think they are not eligible to vote, but are. You can also update your address or change your party affiliation online. Voter registration … [Read more...] about Register online to vote in North Carolina
Historic Russell School presents virtual tour, and more
Historic Russell School, 2001 Saint Marys Road, Hillsborough, is presenting several online free events in February. Read on for the details about those events, as well as some information about this historic building. The Russell School is the last remaining Rosenwald School in Durham County. Rosenwald Schools were built in the early 20th century during a time when … [Read more...] about Historic Russell School presents virtual tour, and more
Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park — Jan 22
Mordecai Historic Park, at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, includes the Mordecai House, which is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location. It was built in 1785. The park also includes: Cure barn ca. 1840 Plantation Office ca. 1840 Ellen Mordecai Garden ca. 1842 Mordecai Spring Allen Kitchen ca. 1842 Andrew Johnson Birthplace ca. 1800 Badger Iredell Law Office ca. … [Read more...] about Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park — Jan 22
Find free online cooking classes on 9 websites
Many of us are cooking more than we used to, as we spend more time at home. It's the perfect time to up your cooking game! Whether your specialty is French cuisine or you do well to make a PB&J, you can bone up on the basics or snag some serious gourmet tips with these ten free cooking sites. This list first appeared on Birmingham on the Cheap. Please tell your friends in Birmingham, … [Read more...] about Find free online cooking classes on 9 websites
Carolina Skies–Valentine’s Edition at Morehead Planetarium (tickets go on sale January 25)
Morehead Planetarium, 250 East Franklin Street, is presenting a special Valentine's edition of Carolina Skies. The most popular show at the planetarium will have a date night twist, with a guided tour of the universe and an exploration of the legends of love told by ancient cultures about constellations and other sky objects. There will be four shows on the following dates: Saturday, … [Read more...] about Carolina Skies–Valentine’s Edition at Morehead Planetarium (tickets go on sale January 25)
