Every Wednesday, from September to May, Forest Hills Baptist Church, 201 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, holds free English as a Second Language classes. The classes are currently scheduled weekly through May 20th, 2020, from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Look for updates on the Facebook event. The classes have open enrollment and registration every week, so feel free to come any time and to bring a … [Read more...] about Free English and Local Culture Classes at Forest Hills Baptist Church (Raleigh)
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Astronomy Days at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Jan 25-26
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is presenting a free 2-day program, Astronomy Days, Saturday, January 25th, and Sunday, January 26th, 2020, at the downtown Raleigh location, 11 West Jones Street. The free family-friendly event includes hands-on science activities, lectures, rocket launches and more--all to help space enthusiasts of all ages see the big picture of space. The event … [Read more...] about Astronomy Days at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Jan 25-26
Astronomy on Tap: Planets Near and Far
Astronomy on Tap is a series of short, accessible talks about astronomy, over beer. Astronomy on Tap's Triangle chapter holds its talks at Fullsteam Brewery, 726 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham. You might want to also follow Astronomy on Tap Triangle on Facebook and Twitter so that you'll know about future events. All ages are welcome. Astronomy on Tap Triangle: Planets … [Read more...] about Astronomy on Tap: Planets Near and Far
19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
The 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at at the North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, January 25th, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, the 19th annual African American Cultural Celebration will feature: Musicians Storytellers … [Read more...] about 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
Registration is open for Dorothea Dix Park walking tours (they fill up quickly)
Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, is hosting a growing number of diverse activities, for both adults and kids. Many of the events are free. Also, many require pre-registration. Follow the links to register. Find all upcoming events at dorotheadixpark.org/calendar. Here are some upcoming free events. Make sure to follow the links for more details, to register, and to see what … [Read more...] about Registration is open for Dorothea Dix Park walking tours (they fill up quickly)
Beer & Banjos at Raleigh Times Bar
Every Tuesday, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Raleigh Times Bar, at 14 East Hargett Street in Raleigh, hosts Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is hosted by Hank Smith. Visit Beer and Banjos' Facebook page (above link) January 7: Jason Jefferies … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos at Raleigh Times Bar
Cary Jazz Meetup: Jazz Jam
Cary Jazz Meetup is a group of local musicians that gets together to play all kinds of jazz in a fun, judgment-free zone. They meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at The Corner Tavern and Grill, 1301 NW Maynard Road, Cary. You're welcome to join the jazz jam. It's free. Just bring your instrument or your voice. You're also welcome to just come and … [Read more...] about Cary Jazz Meetup: Jazz Jam
Live music at Saints & Scholars Pub in North Raleigh: Peak City Band
Saints & Scholars, at 909 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, brings food, beer, spirits, and live music to North Raleigh. There's no cover for the live music, but tips are appreciated. You can find their music schedule on their Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events: Friday, January 24th, 2020, 9 p.m.: Peak City Band Saturday, January 25th, 2020, 9 p.m.: Major Vice Friday, … [Read more...] about Live music at Saints & Scholars Pub in North Raleigh: Peak City Band
Upcoming live music at The Kraken in Chapel Hill
The Kraken, 2823 NC Highway 54 W, in Chapel Hill, is a roadhouse a few miles west of downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro and a few miles east of Saxapahaw. It features a great front porch, free pool, and live music. They also show all the UNC basketball games. There is typically no cover for the live bands, but donations, plus a portion of bar sales, pay the bands, so please donate. … [Read more...] about Upcoming live music at The Kraken in Chapel Hill
2020 MLK Day Events at Duke University
Duke University is hosting several MLK Day Celebrations and Commemorations in 2020. All of these are free and open to the public. Check back soon for more, and scroll down for a list of Martin Luther King Day events across the Triangle. MLK Keynote Sunday, January 19th, 2020 3 p.m. Duke University Chapel 401 Chapel Drive, Durham Free Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, … [Read more...] about 2020 MLK Day Events at Duke University
