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Durham Really Really Free Market July 18
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 July 18
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
El Vínculo Hispano (The Hispanic Liaison) is hosting its Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Shakori Hills Arts Center, 1439 Henderson Tanyard Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Admission is free. Highlights Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
Raleigh Really Really Free Market July 12
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. In addition to goods, people might be sharing skills, services or activities. Some past shares have been: 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, … [Read more...] about Raleigh Really Really Free Market July 12
Neighborhood Network: Online and personal safety workshop July 25
Advance Community Health is hosting Neighborhood Network at its location at 1011 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, in the 2nd floor lobby. This event is taking place July 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend, but please register. This event will teach about safety, including online safety and personal safety. More than 99% of cyberattacks rely on human interaction … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Network: Online and personal safety workshop July 25
Durham Disability Pride Parade July 25
The 4th Annual Durham Disability Pride Parade takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 3 to 6:30 p.m., at Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, 504 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event includes art vendors, resource tables, live music, speakers, poster making beverages, community building and more. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Diversity. … [Read more...] about Durham Disability Pride Parade July 25
Pull Up & Play: Community Game Night at Overtime Sports Pub in Raleigh on Mondays
Queenin LLC is hosting Pull Up & Play: Community Game Night on Mondays at Overtime Sports Pub, 1030 N Rogers Lane, #149, Raleigh, North Carolina. The events are currently scheduled on Mondays through June 29, 2026. Games start at 6 p.m. It's free to play. Activities rotate weekly, and can include Spades, Dominoes, Uno, Taboo, and other community challenges. Check out Overtime Sports Pubs' … [Read more...] about Pull Up & Play: Community Game Night at Overtime Sports Pub in Raleigh on Mondays
Disco Summer: Pride Edition — Wedding vendor fair at The Ingress June 28
Disco Summer: Pride Edition is a free wedding vendor fair celebrating LGBTQIA+ couples, vendors, creatives, and allies. RSVP required. This event takes place at The Ingress, 705 Pershing Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. This event is designed to be a welcoming and affirming space for prospective couples and the people who support them throughout the … [Read more...] about Disco Summer: Pride Edition — Wedding vendor fair at The Ingress June 28
The People’s Free Market in Clayton June 27
Down Home North Carolina hosts The People's Free Market monthly at Phillip R. Wright Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. At a free market, like this one, you can bring stuff you want to give away, and take what you want or need. There is no buying, selling or trading. Just sharing! If you bring items, please make sure to bring home what hasn't been taken by the end of the … [Read more...] about The People’s Free Market in Clayton June 27
Cary Really Really Free Market June 27
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 June 27
