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Jody Mace

Apex EarthFest April 26 — music, Tinker Café, clothing swap, more…

This content is sponsored by the Town of Apex

The Town of Apex is presenting EarthFest on Saturday, April 26, 2025,. from 12 to 4 p.m. on the Town Hall Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event for Earth Day. Take an alternative form of transportation to get to Earthfest! The first 50 attendees who take an alternative form of transportation earn a coupon for a free treat from Everbowl. Alternative types of … [Read more...] about Apex EarthFest April 26 — music, Tinker Café, clothing swap, more…

Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 25-27

From April 25 to 27, 2025, a different kind of baseball will be played at the Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC. Sandlot Revival is a weekend of games between "sandlot" teams from across the country. The teams are made of folks who just like getting together and playing baseball. Winning is not everything. It's more of a fun, social time. Sort of the way … [Read more...] about Sandlot Revival at Historic Durham Athletic Park April 25-27

Last Day for Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max April 26

Shredding your sensitive documents is an important step to protect yourself from identify theft and fraud. It's especially important to shred document that you have your social security number, credit card info or bank account information on them. We maintain a list of free shredding events in the Triangle. The free shredding events tend to take place in April or May, and in November, but they … [Read more...] about Last Day for Free Document Shredding at Office Depot / Office Max April 26

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Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26

Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! Entertainment … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26

Touch-a-Truck at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh April 26

Bring the kids to Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, for Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event intended for kids up to age 12. At this free event, kids will get to safely explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery, and meet the people who protect, serve and build the Raleigh community. The first hour of the event, … [Read more...] about Touch-a-Truck at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh April 26

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5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26

The 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. This free event is a magical day of art, adventure and … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26

Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26

Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It's free to attend. You might also be interested in this huge list of upcoming art, artisan and vintage markets in the Triangle! This festival will feature 170 local artists and also serves as an Earth Day Celebration. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26

Southeast Raleigh YMCA’s 5 Year Community Celebration April 26

Southeast Raleigh YMCA, at 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a 5-Year Community Celebration on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free celebration includes: This event is brought to you by the SECU Beacon Site Partners: Southeast Raleigh YMCA, Southeast Raleigh Promise, Southeast Raleigh Elementary School, Telamon TRC, Self-Help Credit Union, and … [Read more...] about Southeast Raleigh YMCA’s 5 Year Community Celebration April 26

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Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 26

Arts on the Block is a new block party for all ages, hosted by Artspace, celebrating the power of community and visual art. The festival takes place Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Historic City Market, 306 Parham Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Historic City Market and Davie Street will come alive with local DJs, hands-on artist-led demonstrations, art exhibitions, make + … [Read more...] about Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 26

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