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)
Community
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with Durham Parks & Recreation
The City of Durham and Durham Parks & Recreation are hosting a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Día de la Comunidad (Community Day) will take place Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham North Carolina. This free event will include: … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with Durham Parks & Recreation
5th Annual Community Day at Chavis Park Sep 30
The 5th Annual Community Day will take place at Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, near the old carousel building area. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event hosted by Wake County Social & Economic Vitality. This free event feature entertainment, resources, food and more. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Community Day at Chavis Park Sep 30
Welcoming Week Celebration in Durham — cultural fair, dining event, soccer tournament, more…
The City of Durham is hosting Welcoming Week 2023. The week is intended to bring neighbors of all backgrounds together to build strong connections. Welcoming Week features several events from September 5 to 17, 2023. All of the events are free. Some require registration. The following event descriptions are from Durham's Welcoming Week website. City-Wide ProclamationTuesday, September 5, … [Read more...] about Welcoming Week Celebration in Durham — cultural fair, dining event, soccer tournament, more…
Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies in Wake Forest First Monday of Month
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
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)
