Cozy Cats Hotel and Gifts, 329 N. Harrison Avenue in Cary, is holding an event, Kittens and Croissants, where you can enjoy a free light breakfast, but more importantly, cuddle kittens. It takes place Saturday, August 12th, 2017, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It's a free event and a great way to meet kittens from Wake County Animal Center. There will also be a raffle. You can tour the … [Read more...] about Kittens and Croissants
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Free: Learn to play music at High Strung Violins & Guitars Learning Jams
NOTE: This information is no longer valid. Contact High Strung Violins to see if they are still having learning jams, and we will update soon here. High Strung Violins & Guitars, 1803 West Markham Avenue in Durham, hosts several regularly scheduled music "learning jams," where you can learn the basics of an instrument or musical style, and then join in with other players. They are all free … [Read more...] about Free: Learn to play music at High Strung Violins & Guitars Learning Jams
Free crochet workshops with Olek & The Office of Raleigh Arts
New York-based artist Olek, known for yarn-bombing, is conducting a 50-state public art project, Love Across the USA, and is coming to Raleigh. She will work with participants to create a portrait of an important North Carolina woman. The completed fiber project will be 40 feet wide and over 20 feet tall. It will be displayed on the eastern facade of the Raleigh Convention Center in October … [Read more...] about Free crochet workshops with Olek & The Office of Raleigh Arts
Free Tinkergarten classes for children
Tinkergarten is a curriculum for young children that engages them in outdoor activities that help them develop focus, self control, self reliance, creativity and other important developmental skills. There are some free tinkergarten classes coming up. Free classes are sometimes offered before new sessions start, so it's a good chance to see if your child enjoys the classes. Here are some … [Read more...] about Free Tinkergarten classes for children
Free program for future dancers: This is Ballet!
Triangle Friends of African American Arts is presenting a free program for children who are interested in dance. This is Ballet! Becoming a Professional Dancer will take place at Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham, on Sunday, August 27th, at 3 p.m. Registration is required. Meet Carmen Felder, a ballerina from the Carolina Ballet, and gain insights from parents … [Read more...] about Free program for future dancers: This is Ballet!
Wake Forest Renaissance Center hosts free movies and Wake Forest Home & Garden Show
Wake Forest Renaissance Center, 405 S. Brooks St., Wake Forest offers three free movie series and other events to the public. For all of them, they can't publish the names of the movies in advance, due to the terms and conditions outlined in its agreement with the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation, but you can call the Special Events Hotline at 919-435-9428. In addition to the movies, the … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Renaissance Center hosts free movies and Wake Forest Home & Garden Show
Science Cafe: Day to Night and Back Again
The Science Cafe event at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences on Thursday, August 10th, 2017, will focus on the total eclipse of the sun taking place on August 21st. Science Cafe is free to attend and is at the downtown Raleigh location, 11 West Jones Street. SCIENCE CAFE: DAY TO NIGHT AND BACK AGAIN Thursday, August 10, 2017 7:00pm - 8:30pm THE TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE OF 2017 On … [Read more...] about Science Cafe: Day to Night and Back Again
Solar eclipse viewing parties and events with Triangle libraries
On August 21st, 2017, there will be a total eclipse of the sun, a rare event, especially since it will be viewable in states from Oregon to South Carolina, in a roughly 70 mile path. The Triangle will experience a partial eclipse. Around 93% of the sun will be eclipsed by the moon. Learn where to go to in the Carolinas experience the total eclipse. If you can't travel to the path of totality … [Read more...] about Solar eclipse viewing parties and events with Triangle libraries
Free events at Google Fiber Space: coffee pop-up, lunchtime talk, First Friday, more
Google Fiber Space, 518 West Jones Street, Raleigh, is hosting some free events as a way to introduce residents to Google Fiber. Here's what's coming up: Coffee Shop Pop-Up with Ali Aug. 1, 2017, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. We'll be serving free coffee pour-overs, cold brew and iced tea from our pop-up coffee counter with Ali. Creative Collisions: Aly Khalifa Talks Kirby Derby, its Birth & … [Read more...] about Free events at Google Fiber Space: coffee pop-up, lunchtime talk, First Friday, more
Free play on Sundays at The Level Up
Level Up, a retro arcade at 126 S Salisbury Street in Raleigh, has more than 25 arcade games and pinball machines. In addition, it serves up burgers, fries, salads, wings, sandwiches and more. Plus, enjoy 25 beers. Look below for a list of games. They have a couple weekly events you should know about: Every Sunday, it's free to play arcade cabinet games all day. (Not pinball games.) Also … [Read more...] about Free play on Sundays at The Level Up
