St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 6:30 to 7 p.m. There is no charge to walk the labyrinth. During the walk, musical duo Nancy Pitkin and James Long will be set the mood with beautiful echoing flutes and other instruments. Learn about this labyrinth and 8 other labyrinths … [Read more...] about Spring Equinox Labyrinth Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
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Beyond the Book Children’s Book & Art Festival March 16
Beyond the Book Children's Book & Art Festival is a free outdoor celebration of storytelling, creativity and community. It takes place Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival is open to all. Activities and events are designed for ages 8 and under. Check back soon for this year's theme and specific … [Read more...] about Beyond the Book Children’s Book & Art Festival March 16
2nd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum June 1
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project and NC Vibes, are presenting the 2nd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place June 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival is part of the International Food Festival, which takes place on Fayetteville Street … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum June 1
Author Talk by Derrick Barnes in Chapel Hill (including free books!)
Children and young adult author, Derrick Barnes, will be presenting an author talk and book signing at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. This program is intended for kids, tweens and their families. After his talk, he'll be signing books at a reception. Bring home a FREE book, … [Read more...] about Author Talk by Derrick Barnes in Chapel Hill (including free books!)
North Carolina Black History Reading List
February is Black History Month. We've put together a big list of Black History Month events in the Triangle, and that list is growing. Extend the learning by welcoming some new books into your home library. These are books that address Black history and culture, and also have a connection to North Carolina -- either in subject matter, or through the author or illustrator. You can find … [Read more...] about North Carolina Black History Reading List
Big Black Book Sale at Liberation Station Bookstore — 50% off every title through end of January
Liberation Station Bookstore, at 208 Fayetteville Street, Suite 201, Raleigh, NC, is North Carolina's first Black-owned children's bookstore. Liberation Station Bookstore is holding a huge sale through the end of January, 2024. The Big Black Book Sale offers 50% off every title in the store from January 20 to 31, 2024. Valid only in-store. This sale was announced on Liberation Station … [Read more...] about Big Black Book Sale at Liberation Station Bookstore — 50% off every title through end of January
MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting a MLK Day event on Saturday, January 13, 2024. MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham. Activities will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's life, including: This event is free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
The Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade takes place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. There will be a celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, NC, that will include activities and performances before and after the parade. Parade to Park Festivities take place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, food trucks and much more. Schedule … [Read more...] about Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 19-21
The Town of Carrboro is hosting the West End Poetry Festival on October 19 to 21, 2023. All events are free and open to the public, and most take place at the Carrboro Century Center, 100 North Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. October 19, 2023 October 20, 2023 October 21, 2023 At Carrboro Century Center At Steel String Brewery, 106A Greensboro Street, Carrboro) … [Read more...] about West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 19-21
Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at The Fruit Oct 15
The Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival, Durham, North Carolina's oldest running zine fest, will be at The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 15, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Zine Machine is calling all lovers of zines, comics, posters and assorted do-it-yourself printed matter for a festival of autonomous, alternative printed media! Zine Machine … [Read more...] about Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at The Fruit Oct 15