Downtown Cary Free Market is an opportunity to give away things you no longer want and take what you need. There is no buying, selling, or trading. Everyone is welcome to "shop" for free. You don't need to bring items to give away. If you do bring items, please make sure to take any that aren't taken home with you. Downtown Cary Market take place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 11 … [Read more...] about Downtown Cary Free Market March 14
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4th Annual Women’s Day Expo in Raleigh March 14
The International Women's Day Expo takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at McKimmon Conference and Training Station at NC State, 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This will be a dynamic one-day experience celebrating women entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives, and change-makers from across North Carolina and beyond. Secretary of State Elaine … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Women’s Day Expo in Raleigh March 14
Her Voice, Her Power: International Women’s Day at Downtown Cary Park March 7
Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Her Voice, Her Power takes place Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Academy Pavilion. It's free to attend, and is open to participants ages 21+. Enjoy fun icebreaker and networking activities, lively Pecha Kucha-style presentations from dynamic women, with tasty snacks and … [Read more...] about Her Voice, Her Power: International Women’s Day at Downtown Cary Park March 7
Women’s History Month Events in the Triangle
March has been designated as Women's History Month. During this month, there are many opportunities to study, observe and celebrate the role of women in American history. Read on for a day by day list of some Women's History Month event taking place in the Triangle. Make sure to follow each link for more information, and to register, if required. … [Read more...] about Women’s History Month Events in the Triangle
Newcomers Club of Chapel Hill — meet and greet March 2
The Newcomers Club of Greater Chapel Hill is a great way to meet other residents in and around Chapel Hill, North Carolina (whether you're new to Chapel Hill or just want to get to know the area better!) The club has over 350 members and offers hundreds of activities and events throughout the year, including book groups, golf, hiking, walking, mahjong, lunch & coffee groups, dinners, singles … [Read more...] about Newcomers Club of Chapel Hill — meet and greet March 2
Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
Wendell Baptist Church, 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting "Love Thy Neighbor," a free community meal and clothing giveaway, on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. The event is intended for people in need in Wendell and Zebulon. Please register here if you'd like to go. If you have questions, call 919-365-4631. This event was … [Read more...] about Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
Early Voting Starts Feb. 12 — what you need to know
Primary Election Day in North Carolina is March 3, 2026. Early voting takes place from February 12 to 28. During this primary election, voters will select candidates to run in the general election, for positions including U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, NC House of Representatives, NC judges, and more. (The specific races depend on your county and district.) On Election Day you may … [Read more...] about Early Voting Starts Feb. 12 — what you need to know
Black History Month celebration at Chavis Park Feb. 7
John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event and no registration is required. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Black History Month celebration at Chavis Park Feb. 7
Join the Buddhist Monks’ Walk for Peace from Dix Park to the Capitol Jan. 24
A group of Buddhist Monks started an approximately 120-day journey on October 26, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, that will take them 2,300 miles to Washington, DC. UPDATE: Walk for Peace has announced their plans for Day 91, January 24, 2026. This is their planned itinerary. Please know that the times are approximate and can be affected by weather and other factors. They will be walking from Apex … [Read more...] about Join the Buddhist Monks’ Walk for Peace from Dix Park to the Capitol Jan. 24
National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
The Raleigh Human Relations Commission is hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP. All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided. Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
