Pittsboro Baptist Church, at 121 West Salisbury Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting Impact Pittsboro on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you'd like to attend, please fill out this form. All items are first come, first served, while supplies and time lasts. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Impact Pittsboro on July 19: Free eye screenings and glasses, haircuts, school supplies and more
Health and fitness
Free women’s self-defense class at Strike Martial Arts July 18
Women are invited to a free self-defense class on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Strike Martial Arts, 101 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. Join Strike Martial arts for a powerful, confidence-building evening where you'll learn practical, real-world self-defense techniques from experienced instructors in a safe, supportive environment. This FREE class is designed … [Read more...] about Free women’s self-defense class at Strike Martial Arts July 18
Free fans from Orange County Department of Aging July 17
The Orange County Department of Aging is giving away free fans on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. To receive a free fan you must be age 60+ or have a disability. Fans can not be reserved and must be picked up in person. Fans will be available while supplies last. These fan giveaway events have taken place … [Read more...] about Free fans from Orange County Department of Aging July 17
Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park (outdoors)
Every Wednesday, starting March 12, 2025, experience free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Acro Yoga will be going on from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Acro Yoga is a practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. This class is for all levels, including beginners. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. Follow the Acro Yoga @ Pullen Park group on Facebook … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday at Pullen Park (outdoors)
Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays
Free Yoga classes are held every Tuesday, at 6 p.m., at 9 a.m., April through September 30, 2025, in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. You Call This Yoga will be offering these free gentle mat yoga sessions in the Durham Central Park Pavilion. Half the classes will be in Spanish and English, and the other half in English only. Please bring a mat and water. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga classes in Durham Central Park on Tuesdays
Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center
Pullen Dance hosts ballroom dancing socials on most Wednesday nights at Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on about a special event and the weekly events. Pullen Dance's Weekly Dance This long-standing event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m., and costs $8 per person. It's just $2 on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Adults of all dance skills and … [Read more...] about Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center
Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: Hands-On History — Toys and Games July 4
NC MedAssist: Free over the counter med giveaway in Smithfield June 28
NC MedAssist is a statewide program that helps uninsured low-income North Carolina residents get the medications that they need, at no cost. The organization has programs for both prescription medications and over the counter medications. Prescription Medications NC MedAssist provides free prescription medications to uninsured low-income North Carolina residents who are uninsured and fall at … [Read more...] about NC MedAssist: Free over the counter med giveaway in Smithfield June 28
Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration June 19
Alex Lewis is hosting a free Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at Fenton Square, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina. It takes place in front of Paragon Theaters. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or new to Zumba, all are welcome to move to the rhythm of uplifting music, while embracing the history and culture behind this important … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Urban Zumba Celebration June 19
Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…
Very soon -- spring of 2025 -- kids and playful adults in Raleigh will have a brand new place to play at Dix Park. Gipson Play Plaza features 18.5 acres of playgrounds, gathering spaces, gardens, art and skyline views. One unique thing about Gipson Play Plaza is that it includes elements that can be used by people of all ages. In fact, it will be the largest adventure playground in the … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Gipson Play Plaza June 6-8 — music, dance, art, more…
