The Town of Cary Fire Department is celebrating its 100th anniversary with several special events in June, 2022. Here's what's going on: Movie on the Lawn: Playing With FireFriday, June 3rd, 20228:30 p.m.Cary's Old Library Site310 S. Academy Site, CaryFree Bring a blanket for you and your family and enjoy a movie under the stars. Downtown Fire Truck ParadeSaturday, June 4th, 20224 … [Read more...] about Town of Cary Fire Department 100th Anniversary Celebration all June: Outdoor movie, fire truck parade, much more…
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National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh
Baptist Grove Church, 7109 Leesville Road, Raleigh, is celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day with a free event on Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will be celebrating survivors, inspiring those recently diagnosed, supporting families and caregivers, and educating the community. The event will include: Local resourcesCancer prevention informationGamesFace … [Read more...] about National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration at Baptist Grove Church in Raleigh
Raleigh Stories: share your story and get a signed print of your portrait
Raleigh Stories is a community engagement public art project about Raleigh neighborhoods and communities. It's sponsored by Raleigh Arts. The project features portraits drawn by artist Deborah Aschheim, along with historical information by Carmen Cauthen. Follow along on the @RaleighStories Instagram account and get to know your Raleigh neighbors and history. Look for upcoming public art … [Read more...] about Raleigh Stories: share your story and get a signed print of your portrait
Rededication of Occaneechi Replica Village in Hillsborough April 23
The Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, Orange County and The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough are presenting the rededication of the Occaneechi Replica Village. The event takes place at River Park, 140 E Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC, on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 1 to 3 p.m. For over five years tribal members have worked with community volunteers, town and county staff, and the … [Read more...] about Rededication of Occaneechi Replica Village in Hillsborough April 23
The Big Scream with Arts Everywhere at UNC
Arts Everywhere at UNC is hosting the sixth annual Arts Everywhere Day on April 8th, 2022. One event that is open to the whole community is The Big Scream. If you feel like you need to let off some steam, meet up at Polk Place on the UNC Campus on April 8th at 12:20 p.m. for a collective, cathartic scream. You'll feel better afterwards! Everyone is invited -- students, staff, … [Read more...] about The Big Scream with Arts Everywhere at UNC
The Wall That Heals (replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial) in Garner March 31 – April 3
The Wall That Heals is a three quarter size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It is a traveling exhibit that makes stops around the country. From March 31st to April 3rd, 2022, The Wall That Heals will be hosted by the Town of Garner. It will be at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, near the Garner Veterans Memorial. A mobile educational center will be there as … [Read more...] about The Wall That Heals (replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial) in Garner March 31 – April 3
PrideLife Expo — LGBTQ+ event for the whole community
The PrideLife Expo is a free, family-friendly event for the community. It will feature 130+ exhibitors who support and affirm the LGBT+ community. If you're looking for a great LGBT+ friendly doctor, financial planner, etc., this will be an opportunity to get to know one. The event takes place at the McKimmon Center, 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 … [Read more...] about PrideLife Expo — LGBTQ+ event for the whole community
NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference (free online event)
NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference is a free online event on Saturday, February 5th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register here. NC AAHGS is a part of the 44 year old National Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. (AAHGS) Join us for the 19th NC Regional AAHGS Genealogy Conference designed to encourage individuals interested in their family story; and … [Read more...] about NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference (free online event)
Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a three-part series for Black History Month, for seniors, age 55+. The free events will take place on Fridays, at 2 p.m., at the Seymour Senior Center, 2251 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill. Register for the events here. Celebrating Black History Month -- Freedom Riders DocumentaryFriday, February 4th, 20222 to 4 p.m. The group will watch a … [Read more...] about Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
Armistice Day Celebration at Compiègne Park in Raleigh, to celebrate sister city Compiègne
Armistice Day celebrates the end of the fighting in World War I, at November 11th, 1918, at 11 a.m. Armistice Day first officially received its name in America in 1926, and was a celebration of the end of the "War to end all wars." But, World War II broke out just a few years later. In 1947, we started using the term Veterans Day to honor veterans of all wars. The term "Armistice Day" … [Read more...] about Armistice Day Celebration at Compiègne Park in Raleigh, to celebrate sister city Compiègne
