Due to the current situation, many concerts and other events have been canceled. Our calendar (and free events lists) here at Triangle on the Cheap are sort of like ghost towns. We've put up "canceled" signs on many events, but even the ones that aren't marked as canceled most likely have been canceled. That live events calendar will be ready to go when we get past this. For now, our focus … [Read more...] about Updated Virtual Events Calendar — Melissa Etheridge, Jimmy Buffet, Opera Carolina, Paleface, more
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Live streams for kids, including children’s concerts, zoo visits, authors reading, art lessons, more
Most kids will be home from school for several weeks. Children's book authors are rising to the occasion, presenting free online story times, where they read their books out loud. This is a unique opportunity for kids to get to know their favorite author (or a new one.) In addition, other organizations will be offering some live streaming activities for kids. These will take place on … [Read more...] about Live streams for kids, including children’s concerts, zoo visits, authors reading, art lessons, more
14 places to get Easter Brunch or Dinner for Pickup or Delivery, for under $40/person
Looking to celebrate Easter the easy way? That is, without the cooking? Going to a restaurant isn't an option this year, but we're compiling a list of places where you can order Easter Brunch to be picked up. We're limiting our list to places where you can get an Easter meal for $40 or under, per person. Make sure to follow each link to get the information that you need, and to place your … [Read more...] about 14 places to get Easter Brunch or Dinner for Pickup or Delivery, for under $40/person
Passover 2020: streaming Seder, where to download a Haggadah, free Passover recipes, more…
Passover is a time for gathering in the Jewish community. Families come together for the festive meal, and invite friends who are alone. Synagogues host communal Seders. Friends away from their families get together to observe and celebrate (and eat.) Passover takes place from sundown on April 8th to sundown on April 16th, 2020. Traditionally a Seder is held the first two … [Read more...] about Passover 2020: streaming Seder, where to download a Haggadah, free Passover recipes, more…
Celebrating Easter at home — crafts, virtual egg hunts, really good chocolate, and more…
Easter 2020 is a little different than what we expected. With no in-person events, we need to think about how to make Easter fun and meaningful, especially for kids, at home. Make sure to also check out this list of places in the Triangle to order Easter Brunch or Dinner to go, or for delivery. Here are some ideas. Virtual Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Bunny Visits Some organizers of Easter … [Read more...] about Celebrating Easter at home — crafts, virtual egg hunts, really good chocolate, and more…
Updated: Freebies & deals for healthcare workers and other front line workers, including coffee, donuts, more
Companies are offering freebies to healthcare workers and other frontline employees for their hard work and dedication now and always. There hasn't been a more challenging time in recent history to be a healthcare worker, and just by showing up every day they are putting themselves at risk. Some offers include first responders and other essential front line employees as well. Please make sure … [Read more...] about Updated: Freebies & deals for healthcare workers and other front line workers, including coffee, donuts, more
Updated: 31 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
There are so many great kids' websites, and probably no better time to explore them as now, while schools are closed. Here's a good starting list of some tried and true educational sites that parents and grandparents everywhere should be aware of. Kids can play online games, watch video clips of children's TV shows, and get free printables. Also, don't forget: your library card offers you … [Read more...] about Updated: 31 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
Updated with new ideas! 89 activities for cooped-up kids that don’t involve a screen
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Your kids are going to be home for a while, and at some time you'll likely hear the words "I'm bored." We have ideas! To start with here are some fun, educational websites for kids. And since so many of us are at home, lots of children's authors, artists and performers are putting on virtual events for kids. Check out a big day-by-day list of virtual activities for kids. But, … [Read more...] about Updated with new ideas! 89 activities for cooped-up kids that don’t involve a screen
Discounts on Blue Apron and other meal-prep kits and meal delivery services
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You may find you have more time to cook these days, while you’re sticking close to home. On the other hand, you’re probably trying to limit trips to the grocery store for ingredients. What better time to try out one of the meal-prep kit delivery services? Everything you need for delicious meals is delivered to your door — including the exact amount of each ingredient you need, and clear … [Read more...] about Discounts on Blue Apron and other meal-prep kits and meal delivery services
Don’t have a library card but want to download books (and more)? Wake County and Durham County Libraries have you covered.
Updates: All the libraries are now temporarily closed. However, Durham County Library and Wake County Public Libraries have enabled you to get a temporary library card online that you can use for online services, like downloading books and audiobooks. Durham County Library: As long as Durham County Library is closed, any Durham County resident, even people without a library card, can access … [Read more...] about Don’t have a library card but want to download books (and more)? Wake County and Durham County Libraries have you covered.
