In the northern part of Downtown Raleigh, 300 N Dawson Street, is a preservation success story. A 1960s TraveLodge has been saved and modernized. Now the Longleaf Hotel, 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 Raleigh. The hotel … [Read more...] about Play Bingo for free at a retro Raleigh hotel that used to be a TraveLodge
Weird Windows: Artists transform Durham storefronts into holiday displays
This holiday season, "weird artists" will be transforming downtown Durham storefronts into holiday displays. Weird Windows is a project by Weird Productions. The displays will be unveiled during Downtown Durham's Tree Lighting Celebration, which is on November 21, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. They will be on display through early January, 2026. In all, storefronts are getting weird-artified! You … [Read more...] about Weird Windows: Artists transform Durham storefronts into holiday displays
7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
Many people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Triangle always affords several chances to do so. Performances are presented by youth and adult groups, and include both traditional presentations and performances with innovative twists. Included this list are The Nutcracker, which is the full ballet, and The Nutcracker Suite, which is a selection of … [Read more...] about 7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
Starbucks: Get a free red holiday cup Nov 13
For many people, it's not truly the holiday season until they are holding one of Starbucks' holiday cups in their hands. Set your calendar: Red Cup Day is upon us! On Thursday, November 13, 2025, buy a handcrafted holiday drink at participating Starbucks stores and you'll get a FREE limited-edition 16-oz. reusable red cup, while supplies last. This is an extremely popular promotion, and the … [Read more...] about Starbucks: Get a free red holiday cup Nov 13
Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members Nov. 13
Triangle's Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is offering free train rides to military service members for Veterans Day. The rides are: Order a free ticket and bring your military ID or copy of your DD214 to the Ticket Office on the day of the event. Guests of the military service member can ride at regular price. The hour-long ride travels on … [Read more...] about Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members Nov. 13
Krispy Kreme for World Kindness Day: BOGO Dozen Doughnuts Nov. 13
Krispy Kreme has a special deal for World Kindness Day, which is Thursday, November 13, 2025. Buy any regularly priced dozen and get a FREE dozen Original Glazed to share with others. Krispy Kreme's World Kindness Day offer is available Thursday in-shop and via drive-thru at participating U.S. shops and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme’s website and app using code BOGOFREE, while … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme for World Kindness Day: BOGO Dozen Doughnuts Nov. 13
Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tour the historic Calvin Jones House, explore the exhibits in the new museum building, and stroll through the beautiful gardens. The Calvin Jones House was the first administrative building of Wake Forest College and was saved from demolition by … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
YouTube TV subscribers can get a $20 credit, and might still be able to watch ESPN
YouTube TV subscribers have been missing out on sports and other content, as YouTube TV and Disney haven't come to terms. This means that ESPN and ABC are no longer on YouTube TV, at least for now. Each is blaming the other, but it's the subscribers, who pay over $80 a month, who are losing out. At least, though, there's a little compensation. If you're a YouTube TV subscriber you … [Read more...] about YouTube TV subscribers can get a $20 credit, and might still be able to watch ESPN
Let us know about the best Christmas lights in the Triangle! We are updating our map!
We are updating our map of pictures of spectacular Christmas lights in the Triangle! If you have a picture you'd like to be included on the map, please submit it below. If you've submitted before, please still let us know that you'd like to be included again. We can only include it if it's your home, you took it yourself, and if you give us permission, via the form below, to use it. You'll need … [Read more...] about Let us know about the best Christmas lights in the Triangle! We are updating our map!
The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — including Nutribullet, Barbie Camper, more…
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Amazon has a little corner called Amazon Outlet that's devoted to really big discounts. It's definitely worth checking every so often if you're shopping online! You can find lots of items that are 50% off. Find all the Amazon Outlet deals here. Here are a few that caught our eye. Please know that the deals can change at any time, and items do sell out. … [Read more...] about The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — including Nutribullet, Barbie Camper, more…
