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KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders

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KitchenAid is promoting a Deal of the Week for countertop appliances. Each week the deal will change. These deals are straight from KitchenAid's website. KitchenAid has been making kitchen appliances since 1919. It's best known for its iconic stand mixers, but also makes coffee makers, cooktops, blenders, food processers and more. This Week's Deal Save 25% on Countertop BlendersDeal ends May … [Read more...] about KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders

Garner Juneteenth Celebration June 20

The Town of Garner is presenting the Garner Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, NC. Admission is free. This year’s theme focuses on telling the story and recognizing the importance of Black landowners in Garner. Through powerful storytelling, the program will feature local choirs, dance … [Read more...] about Garner Juneteenth Celebration June 20

Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing

The Town of Cary is presenting several events for Independence Day in 2026, including a festival at Downtown Cary Park, a fishing tournament, patriotic music, a movie and fireworks. July 3rd Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Kick off your festivities on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free event will feature … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Independence Day Celebrations: Fireworks, music, movie, fishing

Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park

The Town of Wake Forest is presenting two days of 4th of July festivities in 2026! These events are part of a large list of 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle. Celebrate with fireworks, the children's parade and Art in the Park. Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular Wake Forest is presenting a 4th of July fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Heritage High School, … [Read more...] about Wake Forest’s Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, a children’s parade and Art in the Park

Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5

Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with its annual fireworks show on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration features live music, food and fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, or towels as the event is lawn seating. … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5

The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13

The Night Market Company is presenting its 3rd Alphabet Soup Pride Market on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13

Mother’s Day Market at Concerts on the Creek

Nanny Goat Market RTP is hosting a Mother's Day Market on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., at 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The market is next to Concerts on the Creek, so do a little shopping while listening to the music. Shop for macarons from Little Blue Macaron, tea from Jasper & Gold and elderberry products from Jodi's Elderberry syrup. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Market at Concerts on the Creek

Living Legends: Living history event in Pittsboro May 3, and more…

Chatham County Historical Association is presenting some free history programs. Living Legends EventSunday, May 3, 20262 to 4 p.m.Historic Chatham County Courthouse9 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NCFree History comes to life on Sunday, May 3, 2026 when the Chatham County Historical Association hosts Jordan Lake School of the Arts in a student-produced living history event to celebrate our … [Read more...] about Living Legends: Living history event in Pittsboro May 3, and more…

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Learning

Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge

In the northern part of Downtown Raleigh, 300 N Dawson Street, you'll find a preservation success story. A 1960s TraveLodge has been saved and modernized. Now the Longleaf Hotel, it exudes retro charm with many uncovered mid-century details. If you're looking for a place to stay in Raleigh, the rooms are modern and cozy, and compare favorably, price-wise, with other rooms in Downtown … [Read more...] about Free Bingo Night at Longleaf April 27 — a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Entertainment

Subway offers buy-one-get-one free Footlong sub

Subway fans, if you're hungry you came to the right place! From April 1 to 28, 2026, Subway is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Footlong sub (of equal or lesser value) at participating locations. Any add-ons or extras are additional. The offer excludes Fresh Fit, 5 Meat Italian and Big Hot Pastrami. The offer is available only for Sub Club members. Join Subway Club here. The offer is only … [Read more...] about Subway offers buy-one-get-one free Footlong sub

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