The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from January 16 to 19, 2026. All of these events are free and for all ages. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, January 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., the Black Authors Exhibit will take place at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Join community members to meet and hear from Black authors, who … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Apex January 16-19
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Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Anniversary Open House Dec. 2
Hayti Heritage Center, at 804 Old Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an open house on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. This will be a full-building immersive look at the Hayti Heritage Center's past, present and future. The City of Durham is sponsoring this event, and ABC11 is the media sponsor. The Hayti Heritage Center is located in the … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Anniversary Open House Dec. 2
Bull City Kids Closet — shop for FREE clothes Nov. 25
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Bull City Kids Closet. They're collecting clean, cold-weather clothing for kids newborn to 18 years old. Read to to learn how to donate clothing and how to receive clothing. Donate to Bull City Kids Closet Please consider donating your gently used kids' clothing, all sizes. The clothing drive is taking place November 12 to 22, 2025, Monday to … [Read more...] about Bull City Kids Closet — shop for FREE clothes Nov. 25
Cary Really Really Free Market — Nov. 22
A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything is freely given. The Cary Really Really Free Market takes place the fourth Saturday of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Walnut Park, 1420 Walnut Street, Cary, North Carolina. Look for more … [Read more...] about Cary Really Really Free Market — Nov. 22
Family Volunteer Day at Marbles Kids Museum (and many more volunteer activities with Activate Good)
The winter holidays, starting with Thanksgiving, are a time when many families and individuals are especially interested in volunteering. The holidays can being a renewed sense of gratitude and a desire to give back. Parents often want their children, who receive so much, to have the experience of helping others. And with cold weather on the way, many members of our community are especially … [Read more...] about Family Volunteer Day at Marbles Kids Museum (and many more volunteer activities with Activate Good)
Candlelit Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth Dec. 21
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Winter Solstice Candlelit Labyrinth Walk on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 5 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. Enjoy hot chocolate with marshmallows after your walk. The labyrinth is also open to the public year-round for meditative self-guided walks. Learn about this labyrinth and 8 … [Read more...] about Candlelit Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth Dec. 21
Durham Really Really Free Market Nov. 15
Durham Really Really Free Market is a community gathering that's all about sharing. Bring what you don't need. and take anything you do need. It's not about buying, selling, trading or bartering. Just sharing. No money involved. Durham Really Really free Market generally takes place on the third Saturday of the month, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Orchard Park, 1000 S Duke Street, Durham, North … [Read more...] about Durham Really Really Free Market Nov. 15
14th Annual Veterans Day Recognition and Celebration Program in Durham Nov. 10
Durham County Veterans Services is holding the 14th Annual Veterans Day Recognition and Celebration Program on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 11 a.m., at the Durham County Human Services Building, 414 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event will take place in Countywide Meeting Rooms A, B and C, on the second floor. This ceremony will recognize U.S. military veterans of all … [Read more...] about 14th Annual Veterans Day Recognition and Celebration Program in Durham Nov. 10
Raleigh Really Really Free Market Nov. 9
Raleigh Really Really Free Market is a monthly event where people can give away stuff for free and take stuff for free. No money is exchanged. Raleigh Really Really Free Market takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Eliza Pool Park, 1600 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Rain date is a week later. Make sure check the Raleigh Really Really Free … [Read more...] about Raleigh Really Really Free Market Nov. 9
9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
The 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day takes place Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Holly Springs Law Enforcement Center, 750 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This community resource fair features therapeutic providers such at occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA practices, Autism Society of NC, TEACCH, Alliance Health, … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8
