Searching for fireworks and 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle? We are too. 2020 will look different than 2019 did. We will celebrate our country in some way...it might just be a little different. As we learn about plans for 4th of July in the Triangle, we will list the events below. But please keep in mind that any of these could change, based on the health trends. So please do … [Read more...] about Updated: Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2020
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Sunflower festival, U-pick sunflowers and more
Sad news: City of Raleigh is not planting the summer sunflower field at Dorothea Dix Park in 2020. However, we are working to keep up to date on other sunflower opportunities in the Triangle, so please read on for a list of where to find fields of sunflowers! Here is a statement from City of Raleigh: For the past two years, the 5-acre field of sunflowers has drawn thousands of … [Read more...] about Sunflower festival, U-pick sunflowers and more
Triangle on the Cheap Deals — free to add deals
In these times, we want to help Triangle businesses reach their customers and help readers find the services they need. And we all like a deal. So we’ve created Triangle on the Cheap Deals. Businesses can list discounts or deals. Customers can save money. We all win. There is no charge to be included in this list, though you can pay a fee for an enhanced listing with a photo if … [Read more...] about Triangle on the Cheap Deals — free to add deals
North Carolina made it easier to vote by mail — here is what you need to know
If you are eligible to vote in North Carolina, you are eligible to vote by mail, with an absentee ballot. You do not need to be living away from North Carolina to do this. No special circumstances are required. Every voter is eligible to vote by absentee ballot. Note: If you haven't registered to vote yet, you need to do that first, and in most cases you can register online. Learn how … [Read more...] about North Carolina made it easier to vote by mail — here is what you need to know
65 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle, including fireworks, farm visits, live music and more
We are starting to add in-person events to this list, but it's still got a lot of virtual events. This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Make sure to subscribe by email. Your email address will never be shared, sold, or spammed. We're also on Facebook and Twitter. Tell your friends! You might also be … [Read more...] about 65 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle, including fireworks, farm visits, live music and more
Big list of farmers markets in the Triangle — updated
Listing of farmers markets in the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Chatham County, Cary, and more. See one we can add? Fill us in! Because of our current situation, some of the markets' hours have changed, and some openings were delayed. For every market that we've listed, we've indicated if it's currently open, and, if not, when it will be. If we couldn't find any … [Read more...] about Big list of farmers markets in the Triangle — updated
10 places to pick your own blueberries in the Triangle
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. But with our very unusual situation this spring and summer, we want to point out that things will be different this year. Some farms are still … [Read more...] about 10 places to pick your own blueberries in the Triangle
Updated with new ideas! 100 screen-free activities for cooped-up kids
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Your kids have been home for a while, and at some point you might have heard 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! 100 screen-free activities for cooped-up kids
Updated: 33 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, architecture, 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: 33 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, architecture, magic, music and much more
Virtual events for kids: music classes, art classes, story times, much 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 Virtual events for kids: music classes, art classes, story times, much more
