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Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons

Experience FREE Zumba classes on Thursdays in April and May, 2025, at Parkside Town Commons, 7119 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Cary, North Carolina. The classes take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the green area near Five Guys. Licensed Zumba instructor Aya Zaghloul will be leading the classes. Sign up here. Events subject to change without notice. By participating in this exercise or exercise … [Read more...] about Free Zumba Classes at Parkside Town Commons

Walking With Wisdom — A Mindful Journey at Maverado Gardens in Chapel Hill

Walking With Wisdom -- A Mindful Journey at Maverado Gardens is a unique experiential event designed to nurture your soul and deepen your connection to yourself, others, and the world. Experience silent walking meditation through Maverado Gardens, deep conversations, and community centered personal advancement. Walking With Wisdom takes place once a month, the 4th Sunday of the month, on the hour … [Read more...] about Walking With Wisdom — A Mindful Journey at Maverado Gardens in Chapel Hill

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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)

Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center with a live band on Wednesdays

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 with a live band on Wednesdays

Puppy Power Yoga at Olde Raleigh Village

Join Olde Raleigh Village and Freedom Ride Rescue for Puppy Power Yoga on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. a Puppy Yoga adoption event. It takes place at Olde Raleigh Village, 3201 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh. Age 16+ only. All puppies at the session are available for adoption. There's no charge to participate, but donations to Freedom Ride Rescue are encouraged, with a … [Read more...] about Puppy Power Yoga at Olde Raleigh Village

Darkness RISING — Live Black Arts & Mental Health Block Party May 24

Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event. Now in its 8th year, the block party features the Black Broadway community and RDU local singers performing inspirational songs, as well as Black mental health providers as guest speakers. The event is hosted by Darkness RISING Project Nonprofit, a 501(c)3 organization which provides direct mental health resources to … [Read more...] about Darkness RISING — Live Black Arts & Mental Health Block Party May 24

Free outdoor fitness classes with Oak and Iron at Waverly Place in Cary

Oak and Iron is offering three free pop-up fitness classes in the Courtyard at Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina. The classes take place on March 28, April 19, and May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The classes are free, but please register. Registration is here. You'll need to create an account with Oak and Iron Fitness. Join Oak and Iron for an inclusive fitness … [Read more...] about Free outdoor fitness classes with Oak and Iron at Waverly Place in Cary

Historic Yates Mill County Park: Mill Open House and more…

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: Mill Open House and more…

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