The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, st 1524 Jenkins Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting Wake Forest Community Garden Fair on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free community event. There will be two Free Classes taught by Master GardenersAttend both! 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12 - 1 p.m. Learn more from table presenters about Square Foot … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Community Garden Fair Feb. 28: Free gardening classes, free seeds, more…
Purim Celebrations in the Triangle
Purim is many Jewish kids' favorite holiday. It's got it all -- costumes, pastries, noise, games. Purim commemorates the thwarting of the plans to kill all the Jews in the Persian empire. The story is told in the Book of Esther, and dates to the 5th century BC. Read on to learn a little bit about the holiday, the traditions associated with it, and how you can celebrate Purim in the … [Read more...] about Purim Celebrations in the Triangle
Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Holly Springs Parks and Recreation and Holly Springs Cultural Center are hosting Black Expressions -- a Celebration of Art, Voice and Performance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration starts with an artist reception from 6 to 7 p.m. The art reception is free to attend. Meet the artists and … [Read more...] about Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
A Shakespeare Sampler is 90 minutes of engaging live theater featuring highlights from some of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays and characters. Performed by a talented cast of Raleigh’s top actors, these interactive, condensed performances offer a dynamic and accessible take on classic works. A Shakespeare Sampler will be performed on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Five … [Read more...] about A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
The Players Retreat Celebrating 75th Birthday with 25¢ hot dogs and 35¢ beers
The Players Retreat, at 105 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its 75th anniversary by turning back the clock. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, starting at 11:30 a.m., it's rolling back prices to 1951, when the bar and restaurant began. Hot dogs are 25 cents and Budweiser drafts are 35 cents. While supplies last! Come early and grab a hot dog and a beer, and celebrate with … [Read more...] about The Players Retreat Celebrating 75th Birthday with 25¢ hot dogs and 35¢ beers
Free Community Dinner at RUMAH on Feb. 26
Raleigh United Mutual Aid Hub (RUMAH), at 415 Hillsborough Street, #101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a FREE community dinner on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a time to hang out, make some new friends and eat some free food! Raleigh United Mutual Aid is a volunteer-led, community-funded social center that serves by providing a place to gather, hosting countless … [Read more...] about Free Community Dinner at RUMAH on Feb. 26
Free bowl of chili with purchase at Wendy’s Feb. 26 for National Chili Day
To celebrate National Chili Day, Wendy’s is offering a FREE small chili with any purchase of $5 or more on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at participating locations. Limit one per person. The one-day-only deal is only available for Wendy’s Rewards members via the restaurant’s app. Join Wendy’s Rewards here. A small chili is regularly $3.59. (Price might vary by location.) … [Read more...] about Free bowl of chili with purchase at Wendy’s Feb. 26 for National Chili Day
Apex Restaurant Week Feb. 23 to March 1
Apex NC Restaurant Week will take place February 23 to March 1, 2026. During this time, participating restaurants are offering guests fixed price menus for either lunch or dinner. The 3-course dinner is $30 plus tax and tip, and the lunch specials are $15 plus tax and tip. Restaurants offering a special $15 lunch menu Restaurants offering a special 3-course $30 dinner Apex Restaurant … [Read more...] about Apex Restaurant Week Feb. 23 to March 1
Wake Forest Black History Month: Ailey Young House Historic Marker Unveiling Feb. 27
UPDATE: The plans have changed due to the rain expected on February 26. The event will take place 1 p.m. inside the Spring Street Christian Church, 309 E. Spring St. The tours have been canceled. Town of Wake Forest is concluding its Black History Month Celebration on Friday, February 27, 2026, with a historic marker unveiling at 1 p.m. The marker will be placed near the Ailey Young House which … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Black History Month: Ailey Young House Historic Marker Unveiling Feb. 27
Friday the 13th Kids Fun Fest in Durham on March 13
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting Friday the 13th Kids Fun Fest on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at I.R. Holmes Recreation Center at Campus Hills, 2000 S Alston Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. The Friday the 13th Kids Fun Fest is for kids ages 12 and under. It will be just the right balance of thrills and fun -- nothing too scary! The event is free, but registration is … [Read more...] about Friday the 13th Kids Fun Fest in Durham on March 13
