If you're not doing this already, you can subscribe to Triangle on the Cheap's daily emails (just one a day), and follow us on Facebook and Twitter. If you’re like us and stuck working you’ll still want some eclipse glasses to safely catch the (roughly) 95-percent-eclipse spectacle in the Triangle. If you have glasses already, check this list of criteria to make sure your choice is … [Read more...] about 7 places you can still get solar eclipse glasses in the Triangle (and how to watch if you can’t)
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Recess Raleigh at Dorothea Dix Park
Recess Raleigh is a summer cookout and field day at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, on Sunday, August 13th, 2017, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and there will be food and drink available. There will be arts and crafts activities through CAM Raleigh and music from local musical producers and DJs. Some of the activities: Potato sack races Kickball Ultimate frisbee … [Read more...] about Recess Raleigh at Dorothea Dix Park
Second Saturday in Raleigh: tomatoes & pollinators
On the second Saturday of the month, Raleigh celebrates local food. Second Saturday includes showcases, community events, workshops, volunteering, idea generating sessions, local food specials, and much more. Each month the focus will be on a couple of in-season foods. Many of the events are free or inexpensive to attend. The Second Saturday Facebook page has the most up-to-date information, and … [Read more...] about Second Saturday in Raleigh: tomatoes & pollinators
Durham Central Park Concert Series: Laila Nur & The Love Riot Aug 25
This summer there will be a new concert series. Durham Central Park Concert Series will take place on Fridays, from June 23rd, 2017, to August 25th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Admission to the concerts is free. Parking is free, in the lot beside Durham Central Park, and there are metered spaces along Foster Street which change to free parking … [Read more...] about Durham Central Park Concert Series: Laila Nur & The Love Riot Aug 25
The Market at Knightdale Station Park
The Market at Knightdale Station Park features local vendors selling their products at the Knightdale Station Park Amphitheater, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, under the Wilder Pavilion. The 2017 market operates the second Saturday of each month fro 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May through October. Besides the vendors, there are always special events. On some dates the market is incorporated into … [Read more...] about The Market at Knightdale Station Park
S’Morrisville Movie Celebration: free movie, free s’mores
For one night, in honor of National S'mores Day, Morrisville will become S'Morrisville. On Friday, August 11th, 2017, at 6 p.m., S'Morrisville Movie Celebration till take place at Morrisville Community Park Fields, 1520 Morrisville Parkway. The celebration will include a cookout themed food truck, free s'mores for the public, and an outdoor fire safety information session. Then at 8:30 … [Read more...] about S’Morrisville Movie Celebration: free movie, free s’mores
Solar Eclipse viewing event at Campbell University
Campbell University invites the public to a free solar eclipse viewing event at Barker-Lane Stadium, 558 Wade Stewart Circle, Buies Creek, NC. It'll take place Monday, August 21st, 2107, from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. At the event, Campbell University Astronomical Society's main telescope will feed into the stadium's big screen to show the moon passing in front of the sun from around 1:16 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Solar Eclipse viewing event at Campbell University
Eclipse viewing party on the roof of the Durham hotel
The Durham Hotel is hosting a solar eclipse viewing party on the rooftop on Monday, August 21st, 2017, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There's no fee for admission. If you purchase a drink you'll receive a free pair of eclipse viewing glasses. Durham will see 93% of the sun eclipsed by the moon, with the peak of the eclipse around 2:44 p.m. Look for Solar Eclipse Glasses online. Other eclipse … [Read more...] about Eclipse viewing party on the roof of the Durham hotel
Free back-to-school haircuts for kids at DTLR
DTLR (Dare to Live Right) is giving kids free back-to-school haircuts at two local events. Haircuts will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. The events include a DJ as well. DTLR is a retailer of footwear, apparel and accessories. Saturday, August 26th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Northgate Mall, 1058 West Club Boulevard, Durham Sunday, August 27th, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. "The Club" Teen … [Read more...] about Free back-to-school haircuts for kids at DTLR
Back-to-School Bash at Northgate Mall
Northgate Mall, at 1058 West Club Boulevard, Durham, is presenting a free back-to-school bash for families on Saturday, August 19th, 2017, from 11 am. to 1 p.m. Shop at Northgate Mall during the Back-to-School Bash and enjoy fun activities for kids including: DJ Flight located in Center Court Donna Pruitt, The Balloon Lady, twisting balloons Face Painting by Premium Parties Boy … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Bash at Northgate Mall
