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Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…

Very soon -- spring of 2025 -- kids and playful adults in Raleigh will have a brand new place to play at Dix Park. Gipson Play Plaza features 18.5 acres of playgrounds, gathering spaces, gardens, art and skyline views. One unique thing about Gipson Play Plaza is that it includes elements that can be used by people of all ages. In fact, it will be the largest adventure playground in the … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…

Race Amity Day June 7: music, storytelling, children’s activities, more…

Partners in Racial Justice are hosting Race Amity Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 U.S. Hwy 64 West Business, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly event promises a vibrant afternoon filled with art, music, song, poetry, theater, storytelling, children’s activities, and more. The theme is "One Human … [Read more...] about Race Amity Day June 7: music, storytelling, children’s activities, more…

Pittsboro Pride Festival June 6-7

Pittsboro Pride Festival takes place Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7, 2025, at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The Friday event, a drag show and dance party, is for ages 13+. The Saturday event is a free, family-friendly event that features fun, food, music, vendors and more. It ends with the Pride Parade. Both events are free to attend. Friday, June 6 Grab … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Pride Festival June 6-7

Free Guitar Strings on June 6 — World String Change Day!

You might have heard of National Coffee Day or National Donut Day, but did you know that there's also a day devoted to changing your guitar strings? World String Change Day takes place June 6, 2025! This day is a reminder that your music will sound better with a new set of strings! Music & Arts is celebrating by offering you a FREE set of D'Addario strings on June 6. They'll even put … [Read more...] about Free Guitar Strings on June 6 — World String Change Day!

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Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1

The Raleigh Greek Festival will take place May 30 to June 1, 2025, at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours of Raleigh Greek Festival: Admission is $5.50 and free for kids under age 13. A portion of all proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. Enjoy: A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Greek Festival May 30 to June 1

Grand Opening of Lune Spark Center for Creativity in Holly Springs May 31

Lune Spark Center for Creativity is hosting a grand opening celebration at 146 W Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free event features: Lune Spark is a creativity center for kids. … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Lune Spark Center for Creativity in Holly Springs May 31

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