Jazz composer Billy Strayhorn, best known for "Take the 'A' Train," spent much of his childhood in Hillsborough. This is where he first became interested in music, while living with his grandmother. NC State LIVE has commissioned Halfway to Dawn, David Roussève’s dance performance that weaves dance and video with Strayhorn’s music. That performance takes place on March 2nd. But, before it … [Read more...] about A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn: Exploring a jazz legacy in Hillsborough
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Lightup Festival–Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Chapel Hill
The Chinese School at Chapel Hill is presenting Lightup Festival on Sunday, February 24th, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 140 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. Celebrate the Year of the Pig at this free event. The Lightup Festival is hosted and organized by the Town of Chapel Hill and the Chinese American Friendship Association. Join the Facebook event for updates. Some of what will be … [Read more...] about Lightup Festival–Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Chapel Hill
Science Fair for Adults at The Durham Hotel (and more)
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts a wide variety of events and many are free. Many are held on the rooftop. Here are some of the upcoming free events. See more events, plus updates, on The Durham Hotel's Facebook page. Food and drink will be available for purchase at many of the free events. Lobby Call: Seeing Science Fair Saturday, February 23rd, 2019 5 … [Read more...] about Science Fair for Adults at The Durham Hotel (and more)
Free: First Friday and Family Day at CAM Raleigh
CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin Street, is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in downtown Raleigh. It offers bold, non-traditional exhibitions by living artists. Here are some FREE events that are coming up: First Friday Friday, March 1st, 2019 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Free Meet artist Stephen Hayes and experience his new exhibition "Legacy, Legacy, Legacy" Express your creativity … [Read more...] about Free: First Friday and Family Day at CAM Raleigh
Free event: Princesses in the Park in Wendell
Princesses in the Park will be a fun event for kids! It takes place Saturday, February 23rd, 2019, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Wendell Community Center, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. This is a FREE event. There will be singing, games and photo opportunities with the princesses. Afterwards, watch the movie "Tangled." If you have questions, please call Wendell Parks & Recreation … [Read more...] about Free event: Princesses in the Park in Wendell
Free Yoga-thon at City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is holding free Yoga classes every Saturday through February 23rd, 2019. They're taught by local Yoga instructors and take place in the main gallery of the museum. Please bring your own mat and water. They all take place at 11:30 a.m. Except on February 16th, when there is even more free yoga at the museum! The Free Yoga-thon takes … [Read more...] about Free Yoga-thon at City of Raleigh Museum
Work out for free in February at Raleigh Parks and Rec Fitness Centers
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is celebrating American Heart Month by offering free fitness passes at its fitness centers, listed below. Find the addresses here. Just stop at any of them during the month of February and pick up a pass. Abbotts Creek Community Center Barwell Road Community Center Biltmore Hills Community Center Brier Creek Community Center Carolina Pines … [Read more...] about Work out for free in February at Raleigh Parks and Rec Fitness Centers
Durham Mardi Gras: Information on parade and live music at 5 venues (no cover)
Durham celebrates Mardi Gras in a big way. The main event is on Tuesday, March 5th, 2019, and it's free. The parade is a DIY affair. You don't have to register your krewe. Just show up. There is no officially organized parade, but...it will happen. Here are answers to frequently asked questions. There will be live music on five stages in Durham, with no cover. Gather at CCB Plaza, 201 … [Read more...] about Durham Mardi Gras: Information on parade and live music at 5 venues (no cover)
North Carolina Book Festival 2019
North Carolina Book Festival is a free event that provides a wide variety of audiences access to a diverse slate of local, national and international writers and artists. It takes place at various venues in Raleigh from February 22nd to February 24th, 2019. The festival features readings, panels, demonstrations and lectures, showcasing both traditional and non-traditional genres such as … [Read more...] about North Carolina Book Festival 2019
58 free things to do in the Triangle this weekend
Plan your weekemd on the cheap in the Triangle with this list of free things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. This list goes from Friday, February 22nd, 2019, to Sunday, February 24th, 2019. Triangle on the Cheap has a lot of ideas for free and cheap things to do, so make sure to subscribe by email. Your email address will never be shared, sold, or spammed. We're also … [Read more...] about 58 free things to do in the Triangle this weekend
