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Free workshop: Music and Mindfulness at Red Bird Vitality

Red Bird Vitality, at 5061 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, offers stress management and meditation in a serene and welcoming environment. You can find all their upcoming events on the website. Here's one free upcoming event: Music and Mindfulness: Free WorkshopMonday, August 26, 20247 to 8:15 p.m.Red Bird Vitality5061 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NCFree (please follow above link to … [Read more...] about Free workshop: Music and Mindfulness at Red Bird Vitality

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Health and fitness

9 Labyrinths to visit in the Triangle

Walking a labyrinth is an ancient practice from many faiths and traditions, with the goal of meditation, contemplation and prayer. It's a practice that you can do right here in the Triangle, if you know where to look. There are labyrinths all over the Triangle, at churches, hospitals, camps and more. We have listed labyrinths in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Clayton, Smithfield, and Durham. A … [Read more...] about 9 Labyrinths to visit in the Triangle

25% off OC Aerial Mondays and Thursdays

OC Aerial, at 3463 Coates Industrial Blvd, Suite 200, Durham, North Carolina, provides a wide variety of adventure activities, including climbing walls, Ninja Course runs, the "Leap of Faith" freefall, zip line, rope course, and more. OC Aerial is offering a special discount on Mondays and Thursdays through the end of May, 2024. Save 25% on a three-hour pass by using the promo code ParkPass25 … [Read more...] about 25% off OC Aerial Mondays and Thursdays

Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer — registration open now

Teens, ages 14-19, can work out for free all summer at any Planet Fitness location all summer, from June 1 to August 31, 2024. Pre-registration is open now. Some details: There are multiple Planet Fitness locations in the Triangle. Find the closest one here. More free fitness opportunities in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Free Planet Fitness membership for teens all summer — registration open now

Marbles Bike Rodeo May 4

Marbles Bike Rodeo is a free event for kids on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. It takes place outside Marbles Kids Museum. 201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Although the bike rodeo is free, if you want to go into the museum, admission must be purchased in advance. At the rodeo, kids can ride through an obstacle course, learn about bike safety and create … [Read more...] about Marbles Bike Rodeo May 4

Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker starting April 1

If you plan to watch the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, make sure you are prepared with eclipse glasses. You can not safely watch the eclipse with regular sunglasses. You'll immediately and permanently injure your eyes. The eclipse will be a partial eclipse in the Triangle. The moon will take a big "bite" out of the sun, but a sliver will still be visible. It will take place from around 1:57 … [Read more...] about Free eclipse glasses at Warby Parker starting April 1

Acorns and Iron — A Kid’s Health and Wellness Event at Brier Creek Park

Oak and Iron Fitness is presenting Acorns and Iron -- A Kid's Health and Wellness Event. This free event will take place at Brier Creek Park, 10810 Globe Road, Morrisville, NC, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Kids and their family can enjoy a variety of games, challenges, vendors and more. Please make sure to register all family members attending, including both adults … [Read more...] about Acorns and Iron — A Kid’s Health and Wellness Event at Brier Creek Park

UNC Kappa Delta Shamrock ‘n Run 5K and Shamrock Kickoff Pasta Dinner

Kappa Delta at UNC-Chapel Hill is planning their annual Shamrock 'n Run 5K on February 24, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. This is the 31st year for this race. It costs $25 for students and $30 for non-students. Register here. Proceeds of the race benefit the prevention of child abuse. Durham Center for Child and Family Health receives 80% of the proceeds. The race starts at the Kappa Delta House, … [Read more...] about UNC Kappa Delta Shamrock ‘n Run 5K and Shamrock Kickoff Pasta Dinner

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Health and fitness

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