United Strings of Color is an outreach project that addresses racial disparity in classical music. During its three seasons, the group has studied pieces by under-represented composers, such as the African Americans Florence Price and Undine Smith Moore, played music with African connections, including the premier of a Yoruba folk tale, "Ijapa and Mr. Igbin," and are currently lending their … [Read more...] about Violin Vigil with United Strings of Color at Raleigh Little Theatre
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124 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
This list is a combination of in-person and virtual events that are happening in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, plus surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday. You'll find festivals, live music and dance, kids' activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more. We focus on free and cheap events, but, of course, the definition of … [Read more...] about 124 free and cheap things to do this week in the Triangle
Beer & Banjos Carrboro — weekly acoustic music series starts up May 5
The Beer & Banjos music series focuses on traditional and acoustic music from North Carolina. The original Beer & Banjos series takes place in Raleigh, and a second one is in Durham. The newest location is Carrboro. The house band, the Beer & Banjos All-Stars, kicks off each night with a performance from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Usually they're followed by a headliner from 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos Carrboro — weekly acoustic music series starts up May 5
Story time with Barnaby D. Troll — free weekly story time at Durham Central Park
Durham Central Park will be hosting Story Time with Barnaby D. Troll, a story time for kids age 2-5 starting Tuesday, April 27th, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 :30 a.m. It will take place weekly on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. until May 25th, 2021. Look for Facebook events on Durham Central Park's Facebook page. Children will listen to a favorite children’s story, sing a song or two and re-create … [Read more...] about Story time with Barnaby D. Troll — free weekly story time at Durham Central Park
Junior Gardeners at Kidzu Children’s Museum (and more)
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, has re-opened! Please see the museum's safe re-opening plan. The museum has several events coming up. There are both in-person and virtual activities available, so please read carefully and follow the links below for more information on each event. These are all FREE events. Some of the April events are part of North Carolina Science … [Read more...] about Junior Gardeners at Kidzu Children’s Museum (and more)
Free fitness classes and events in the Triangle
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Get active with some of these free fitness events and classes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. The opportunities include yoga classes, organized hikes, martial arts classes, and much more. Know of other free fitness classes? Let us know by emailing jody@triangleonthecheap.com and we'll add them to the list! We're adding new events every day. You might also be interested in: … [Read more...] about Free fitness classes and events in the Triangle
Outdoor Taiji Classes — pay what you wish
Stop by Orchard Park, 1000 S. Duke Street, Durham, for martial arts classes by Gabe Teaches Taiji. The classes take place four times a week (see schedule below.) There is no set price. Pay what you wish and what you can. This classes are meant for teenagers and adults. If you have questions about the class, please email gabeteachestaiji@gmail.com. Mondays, 10 am. to 11:30 … [Read more...] about Outdoor Taiji Classes — pay what you wish
Free performances of “Crisis Materials” at Dix Park
Join the VITAL Health team at Dix Park on Saturday, May 22 for two free live performances of "Crisis Materials," a movement and spoken word piece that unpacks how COVID-19 and the social unrest in our nation has affected our collective mental health. It also sheds light on the history of the land at park, specifically the Dix Park Cemetery. "Crisis Materials" LIVE is also a means of recognizing … [Read more...] about Free performances of “Crisis Materials” at Dix Park
Artist talk with Hannah Surace at Charlotte Russell Contemporary in Raleigh
Charlotte Russell Contemporary, at 419B Daniels Street, Raleigh, is hosting Hannah Surace in an artist talk about her paintings that are view on the gallery. The talk will take place Thursday, March 13th, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Please RSVP by email to gallery@charlotterussellcontemporary.com. … [Read more...] about Artist talk with Hannah Surace at Charlotte Russell Contemporary in Raleigh
Downtown Cary Food and Flea Mother’s Day Market!
The Downtown Cary Food & Flea is a monthly crafters market that features local food trucks, local craft beer, vintage, art, crafts, edible goods, music and more. It takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Fidelity Bank Plaza, 100 W. Chatham Street, in Cary. The event features local crafters & artists, local food artisans, vintage finds, local craft … [Read more...] about Downtown Cary Food and Flea Mother’s Day Market!
