Shadowbox Studio and Blastco Productions present: Movie Loft, monthly film screenings with accompanying music/bands/sounds/stuff. Classics to schlock, unheralded gems to timely revivals, the tawdry to the topical, regional interest to worldly flair. There will always be free hot dogs. And free popcorn. Beverages available but BYO also encouraged. Note: donations are welcome! Shadowbox Studio … [Read more...] about Movie Loft: Free movies, hot dogs & more at Shadowbox Studio in Durham
Food and drink
Cary’s Downtown Chowdown Food Truck Rally schedule
Cary's Downtown Chowdown brings food and entertainment to Downtown Cary. The next one is Sunday, July 30th, 2017, from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It'll take place on Academy St. between Chatham St. & Dry Ave., and Downtown Park. In addition to the food, you can look forward to: Live music from Raleigh-based LaureNicole: classic rock of Guns ‘n’ Roses and Led Zeppelin to recent pop … [Read more...] about Cary’s Downtown Chowdown Food Truck Rally schedule
Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market in Raleigh–largest watermelon contest
State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street in Raleigh, includes 30,000 square feet for North Carolina farmers to sell fresh produce. It's open every day: Monday thru Saturday 5:00am - 6:00pm Sundays 8:00am - 6:00pm In addition, there are three restaurants, the Market Grill, Seafood Restaurant and State Farmers Market Restaurant. The market hosts many events through the year, … [Read more...] about Watermelon Day at State Farmers Market in Raleigh–largest watermelon contest
Free sampling events at The Fresh Market: grapes, shrimp, more
The Fresh Market, a specialty grocer that features seasonally fresh produce, quality meat and seafood, signature baked goods and thousands of organic options, hosts free sampling events at all of its stores, nationwide. There are locations in Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill and Durham. Find the closest one here. Here's what's coming up: The Fresh Pick: Grapes and Back-to-School Sampling … [Read more...] about Free sampling events at The Fresh Market: grapes, shrimp, more
“Cheese Please” at Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market–grilled cheese competition
Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 19th, 2017, through October 11th, at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street in Raleigh. It brings the highest quality local growers and food artisans together for a Raleigh audience. Vendors include North Carolina farmers, ranchers, fisherman, nurserymen, bakers, cheese makers, and specialty foods … [Read more...] about “Cheese Please” at Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market–grilled cheese competition
NeighBREWHood Party (and more) at Raleigh Brewing Company
Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, hosts frequent events, including science talks, music, and more. You can see all of their events, including ones at other venues where their beers can be found, on their Facebook page. Here are some of the upcoming free events: Beer Reviewed Science Monday, July 24th, 6:30 p.m. Calling all curious minds and curious beer … [Read more...] about NeighBREWHood Party (and more) at Raleigh Brewing Company
Live music, tastings at Bottle Rev Lake Boone in Raleigh
Bottle Rev, 4025 Lake Boone Trail, Raleigh, is a beer shop and beer garden with a wide selection of beers. They host tastings, live music and other free events. Check out their Facebook page for all upcoming events. Here are some of the upcoming free events. Make sure to click the links so that you can see if there are any changes. Tasting Tuesday Tuesday, July 25th, 5 p.m. Beer & … [Read more...] about Live music, tastings at Bottle Rev Lake Boone in Raleigh
Food Truck Flicks at JCC this summer
Mondays this summer from June 12th, 2017, to August 14th, visit the Levin JCC, for Food Truck Flicks. Admission is free for everyone. The food truck will be next to the pool 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and the movies will be shown inside at Schechter Community Hall at 5:45 p.m. Movies will be family-friendly. Call 919-354-4936 to get the movie schedule. June 12th - Soom Soom & LoYo On the … [Read more...] about Food Truck Flicks at JCC this summer
NC Japan Summer Festival
The NC Japan Summer Festival promises great food, entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, dancing, a Japanese community market, Karaoke, and for the first year, Japanese beer. It takes place on Saturday, July 29, 2017, 1:00 - 8:00 p.m., Kerr-Scott Building, NC State Fairgrounds. Tickets are $4 in advance and $5 at the door. Kids age 12 and under are admitted free. NC Japan Summer Festival … [Read more...] about NC Japan Summer Festival
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. The activity takes place mostly on and around Churton Street, between West Margaret Lane and West Queen Street. You can find a map and information on each … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
