The Town of Cary will hold a Veterans Day Observance on Friday, November 11th, 2022, at 11 a.m., at Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 N. Harrison Ave., Cary. The ceremony will feature speakers from local veterans organizations, patriotic music from the Old North State Bass Band, and remarks from Cary Town Council members. The Town will also be dedicating a new Blue Star Memorial Garden at Veterans … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Observance in Cary
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15th Annual NC Japan Festival October 1
The 15th Annual NC Japan Festival promises great food, entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, dancing, a Japanese community market, and more. It takes place on Saturday, October 1st, 2022, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Apex Town Hall Campus and Community Center, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. Tickets are $10. They're only selling 1,500 tickets so are likely to sell out. They're on sale now. You … [Read more...] about 15th Annual NC Japan Festival October 1
Town of Knightdale Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
The Town of Knightdale is holding two Christmas celebrations in 2022, the tree lighting and the Christmas Parade. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Friday, December 2nd, 2022, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park. Write letters to Santa, watch local entertainment, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies and then help count down the lighting of the Christmas Tree with help from … [Read more...] about Town of Knightdale Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
Wake Forest Comic-Con
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 20th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest. Admission is $5. Here's what's going on: Cosplay contest at 3 p.m. Comics Toys Art Craft items Various other ephemera More upcoming free and cheap things to do in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con
Target extends Teacher Prep Event to 8 weeks — save 15% off on school supplies (plus a great deal for college students)
Teachers, Target is holding a Teacher Prep Event from July 17th to September 10th, 2022. Teachers will save 15% on select classroom supplies, and more. This is six weeks longer than last year. You'll need to join Target Circle and input your teacher credentials in order to get the deal.' All K-12 teachers, homeschool teachers, teachers working at daycare centers and early childhood learning … [Read more...] about Target extends Teacher Prep Event to 8 weeks — save 15% off on school supplies (plus a great deal for college students)
All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma July 2
The Town of Selma is hosting their annual All-American Festival on Friday, July 1st, 2022, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. This free event takes place at Blackstone Plaza, 115 Meghan Circle, Selma. Selma's celebration features live music from the Autumn Tyde Band, food trucks, and, of course, fireworks. … [Read more...] about All-American Festival with Fireworks in Selma July 2
Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park
The 5th Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 18th, 2022, from 4 to 6:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The concert will feature five regional community bands: Raleigh Concert BandHolly Springs Community BandCary Town BandThe Village Band of Chapel HillDurham Community Concert Band Food trucks will … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park
Amtrak Offering Valentine’s Deal: Buy 1, Get 1 Free Ticket Special
Amtrak is celebrating Valentine's Day with a special BOGO deal for travel on Amtrak trains. The tickets must be purchased from February 9th to 16th, 2022. Travel must take place between March 1st and August 22nd, 2022. Good for coach travel. The BOGO deal is for two people traveling together. This could be a great chance to reconnect with family, or explore history, or just get away … [Read more...] about Amtrak Offering Valentine’s Deal: Buy 1, Get 1 Free Ticket Special
Turkey Trot — guided hike in Eno River State Park on Thanksgiving
Many North Carolina State Parks usually offer Thanksgiving Weekend hikes and nature programs. These programs are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and make the most of the weekend. The hikes vary in difficulty. These are free events. Make sure to follow the links to register, if necessary. So far, this is the only hike announced for a state park in the Triangle, but we will update if more … [Read more...] about Turkey Trot — guided hike in Eno River State Park on Thanksgiving
Free teen creative writing workshop through Durham County Library
Teens, tweens and emerging adults are invited to a free creative writing workshop on zoom on Monday, November 1st, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Like writing? Have a story inside you? Join local writer, Erim Akpan, for fun writing prompts, the secret to beating writer's block, and tips on the publishing process. Erim's writing has been published over 30 times in local as well as national … [Read more...] about Free teen creative writing workshop through Durham County Library
