North Carolina African American Heritage Commission is leading free tours of North Carolina Freedom Park, 218 N Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, every Saturday in February, 2025, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. In this 45-minute tour, you'll discover the rich history and design intentions of this remarkable space, along with the powerful stories of the "Voices of Freedom." Please note that the … [Read more...] about Rooted Sowing Seeds of Freedom Tours: Guided Tour of Freedom Park
Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 22
Need to clear out your stash of old games and toys? Want to raid someone else's stash of toys and games? Either way, the Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire, 3400 Westgate Drive, Durham, will help you do the job. It takes place Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. It costs just $5 to register to sell items. Registration opens July 24, and closes August 21, 2024. If you … [Read more...] about Geek Garage Sale at Atomic Empire in Durham Feb. 22
Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Freddy's Bottle Shop, 308 E Roosevelt Avenue, Wake Forest, North Carolina, brings craft beer and wine to Wake Forest. They occasionally host events, which you can find on Freddy's Bottle Shop's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Movie Night On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Freddy's is hosting a free movie night. They'll be showing "Meet the Parents" at 7 p.m. Freshly popped popcorn will be … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Meet the Heroes– an interactive Black History event for kids
Meet the Heroes is an interactive Black History event for kids that takes place Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 West Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. Each February parents and children are invited to meet Heroes of Black History through actors, activities and crafts. The event is designed like a living museum where you are free … [Read more...] about Meet the Heroes– an interactive Black History event for kids
Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead
As part of Black History Month, Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a special guided tour, "Field & Factory: A Look at Tobacco's Laborers" in February. The tour will highlight the voice of Viola Bond, who worked for Liggett & Myers and American Tobacco Company. Tours will address the contributions that each group of people working in … [Read more...] about Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two events for Black History Month in 2025. These programs are supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Black Artists DaySaturday, February 15, 202510 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Come experience the incredible talent of local Black … [Read more...] about “Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
Regal Cinema’s 2025 Best Picture Film Festival
Regal is hosting its annual Regal Best Picture Film Festival in 2025 at participating locations. This is your chance to catch up on any of the Best Picture Oscar nominees that you missed. The Best Picture Nominee films will be shown from February 21 to March 2, 2025, at select locations. Regal Crown Club members get $5 tickets, plus a $7 small popcorn and drink combo. Tickets are $6 for … [Read more...] about Regal Cinema’s 2025 Best Picture Film Festival
Bellydance Party at Sophie’s, with mini-lesson
Sophie's Grill and Bar, 2734 NC-55, Cary, North Carolina, hosts bellydance parties. Admission is free with the purchase of a drink or meal. After the performance, the audience is invited to dance. Here's what's coming up. Bellydance PartyFriday, February 21, 20257 to 8:30 p.m.Free 7 p.m. show, followed by a mini-lesson and audience dancing at 8 p.m. Shalimar, Shahzaadee and Laylianah will … [Read more...] about Bellydance Party at Sophie’s, with mini-lesson
St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Festival. St. Patrick's Day FestivalSunday, March 16, 2025Starting at 12 p.m.FreeAge 21+ Enjoy bagpipes, Irish dancers, vendors, live music. … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series. Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from the interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Enjoy lively discussions and reflections on the impact … [Read more...] about Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
