On the first Monday of every month from April to October, 2023, the Town of Wake Forest joins with several local veterans' organizations to honor the sacrifices of deceased Wake Forest veterans and their families. The Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies take place at 11 a.m. at Centennial Plaza, 221 Brooks Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Each ceremony features patriotic songs, special … [Read more...] about Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies in Wake Forest First Monday of Month
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Community Clothing & School Supplies Giveaway at Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Durham
Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 505 East End Avenue, Durham, NC, is holding a community clothing and school supplies giveaway on Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. They'll be giving away new and gently used clothing, as well as backpacks filled with school supplies. … [Read more...] about Community Clothing & School Supplies Giveaway at Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Durham
Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Due to the extreme heat, several cooling stations have been announced in the Triangle. Please note that this article will be updated with more information if cooling stations are announced in other locations in the Triangle. Orange County Orange County has announced that cooling stations are available on on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at these locations: Need a ride to a cooling station? … [Read more...] about Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Bull City Juneteenth Parade
The Bull City Juneteenth Parade takes place Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. It takes place at the North Carolina Central University, 170 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC. The parade opens with a chain-cutting ceremony and a Jubilee as participants celebrate down Fayetteville Street on NCCU Campus. The parade will feature a vibrant procession of marching bands, and community groups, all … [Read more...] about Bull City Juneteenth Parade
She Farms Apex — tour 7 women-run farms
Learn about some of the women-run farms in Apex! She Farms Apex is an event on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., during which you will drive to several farms, where you'll go on tours. Tickets are $20 per car if you purchase before April 1st, 2023, and $25 April 1st or later. Participating Farms Martha's Chapel Road Area Castleberry Lake Area … [Read more...] about She Farms Apex — tour 7 women-run farms
How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
The League of Women Voters of Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties are presenting a free online event, "How the Court System Works: Hear from Local Judges." The Zoom session takes place Wednesday, April 19th, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Please register here to get access to the session. … [Read more...] about How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
Cary Sister Cities Celebration
Celebrate 35 years of Cary Sister Cities on Sunday, March 26th, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Cary Chamber of Commerce, 307 N Academy Street, Cary, NC. At this free, family event, get your passport and travel to all five Cary Sister Cities. At 4 p.m., meet outside Cary Town Hall as the sign for Cary's newest Sister City, Bandirma, Turkey, is unveiled. Then cross Academy St to Cary Chamber of … [Read more...] about Cary Sister Cities Celebration
Job Fair with Raleigh Parks: Submit interest form for employment and be entered to win tickets to Dreamville
Dreamville Festival is coming to Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh on April 1st and 2nd, 2023. Headlining stars include Usher, J.Cole and Drake. Two-day tickets start at $299.99. Sadly, I can't offer any discounts, but here is a way to enter to win two tickets to Dreamville. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department is holding the Dream Job Fair on Thursday, March 9th, 2023, … [Read more...] about Job Fair with Raleigh Parks: Submit interest form for employment and be entered to win tickets to Dreamville
Kramden Institute in Durham offering free computers, free computer courses, more…
Kramden Institute, at 5010 NC Hwy 55, Durham, North Carolina, has a mission of bridging the digital divide. The organization provides free or low-priced refurbished computers to both adults and students. They also offer free beginning technology classes for adults, after-school STEM programs, and a low-priced technology summer camp. You can find all the details on each of these programs, and … [Read more...] about Kramden Institute in Durham offering free computers, free computer courses, more…
North Carolina School Fair 2023
NCAPCS is partnering with National School Choice Week to sponsor a Charter School Fair and Career Fair on January 21st, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Blue Heron Event Center, 4130 Mendenhall Oaks Parkway High Point, North Carolina. Families will have the opportunity to meet with several public charter schools while kids enjoy face painting, games, balloon art, a DJ and a photo booth. Food … [Read more...] about North Carolina School Fair 2023
