The 11th Annual Day of the Dead 5K takes place in Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, October 28, 2023. The event, presented by Centro Mexican Restaurant, takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and celebrates tradition, community and diversity. It benefits the Brentwood Boys & Girls Club. The event also includes art, food, music, dancing, local beer and costumes. The race starts in front of … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead 5K, including altars, art activities, costume contest and more
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Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail Sep 30
Experience the American Tobacco Trail at night with the Full Moon Fever Bike Ride, with Durham Parks and Recreation. The ride takes place Saturday, September 30, 2023. There's no cost to participate, and you don't need to register. Depending on how far you want to ride, choose one of these two start locations and times. 7:30 p.m. - First Ride Start TimeThe first ride start is at 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Full Moon Fever Bike Ride on American Tobacco Trail Sep 30
Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday in Pullen Park
Every Wednesday, experience free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh. Acro Yoga will be going on from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The weekly sessions are currently scheduled from April, 2023, through the end of October 25, 2023. 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 … [Read more...] about Free Acro Yoga every Wednesday in Pullen Park
You can order 4 more free at-home COVID-19 testing kits
If you need a COVID-19 test, or would like to have them handy this fall and winter, you can once again receive free tests. U.S. Government Provides Free Tests Once again, every home in the U.S. can order 4 free at-home COVID-19 test kits. You'll be able to order the tests from covid.gov/tests. Order the tests starting September 25, 2023. The tests will be completely free. There won't … [Read more...] about You can order 4 more free at-home COVID-19 testing kits
Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk on Saturday September 23, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 11 .m. The event includes: Free and open to the public. The labyrinth is behind the church, on Church Street. The labyrinth is a place where people come to meditate, relax, pray and heal. The space is used for … [Read more...] about Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers Free Weekly Dance
The Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers is a group that has been getting together since 1964. They meet most Wednesday nights from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Carol Woods Retirement Community Fitness Center, Classroom 2, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The dance is open to the public and is FREE to join. You don't need a partner in order to participate. Carol Woods Retirement Home offers … [Read more...] about Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers Free Weekly Dance
Free community fitness classes at Fruit of Labor World Community Center in Raleigh
Fruit of Labor World Cultural Center, at 4200 Lake Ridge Drive, Raleigh, NC, offers free community health and fitness classes twice a month. This classes are held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month, by certified professionals. They include dance/aerobics, yoga, strength, nutrition education, disease prevention, and more. These community classes are free and accessible, in order to … [Read more...] about Free community fitness classes at Fruit of Labor World Community Center in Raleigh
Fit Cary Month: Free fitness opportunities all September
September, 2023, is Fit Cary Month, and the Town of Cary is celebrating with a number of free fitness classes. Follow the above link for the full list. Here is some of what will be available. Please make sure that you register in advance for activities that require registration (which is most, or all, of them.) To register, go to the Fit Cary page and click on the link for the class … [Read more...] about Fit Cary Month: Free fitness opportunities all September
Mind-Body & Spirits Festival Oct 8
Art -n- Soul Makers Market is presenting Mind-Body & Spirits Festival on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Mystic Farm & Distillery, 1212 North Mineral Springs Road, Durham, NC. Tickets are $10. Purchase tickets here. The festival will be a day of: Explore an incredible selection of artists, crystals, wellness tools, jewelry, sacred candles and much more. … [Read more...] about Mind-Body & Spirits Festival Oct 8
Weekly Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park With Live Bands
Pullen Dance hosts ballroom dancing socials on most Wednesday nights at Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. This long-standing event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m., and cost $8 per person. It's free to first-time attendees. Adults of all dance skills and abilities are welcome to attend. Attendees dance to a variety of rhythms, including salsa, cha-cha, … [Read more...] about Weekly Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park With Live Bands
