Durham Chess Club hosts a weekly chess meet-up on Wednesdays, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Food Hall, 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to play and everyone, of every level and age, is invited. Enjoy casual games with a non-competitive, social chess community. Chess sets and clocks are supplied, but players are encouraged to bring their own if possible. Just stop by and … [Read more...] about Durham Chess Club at Durham Food Hall every Wednesday
Hobbies
Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center in October and November
The Town of Apex is hosting Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This event is open to ages 12+. Players must bring their own playing supplies and have a basic knowledge of Mahjong. This is a social event for people who have played before, not a learning class for beginners. The cost is $5 per player. Please register here. These events takes place … [Read more...] about Mahjong Socials at Apex Senior Center in October and November
Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
Meet up to play Amerian Mahjong every Sunday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Hops & Flower, 2014 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina. The free open-play afternoons are currently scheduled for every Sunday through mid-2027. Here's the Facebook event. Make sure to check to see if there are any changes. Attendees must be able to play mahjong unassisted. Please bring your 2026 card and a set … [Read more...] about Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden, at the Chapel Hill Community Center at 120 S Estes Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, contains hundreds of rose bushes, of many varieties, as well as companion plants. It's free to visit the rose garden from dawn to dusk. Strowd Roses is celebrating its 25th Anniversary on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The celebration is FREE to attend. … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
Meet Mr. Monopoly and get a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game Sept. 23
Mr. Monopoly is coming to Raleigh! Meet Mr. Monopoly at Raleigh Diamond, 5925 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. Get your photo taken with Mr. Monopoly! Not only that, but bring home a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game, while supplies last. One free game per party. New edition! … [Read more...] about Meet Mr. Monopoly and get a FREE Monopoly Raleigh Edition game Sept. 23
PokéFest Apex on Oct. 24
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon at PokéFest Apex. This special event takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. PokéFest Apex features: … [Read more...] about PokéFest Apex on Oct. 24
Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament at Weaver Street Market Raleigh Sept. 12
Weaver Street Market, 404 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating National Video Game Day with the Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament on Saturday, September 12, 2062, at 5 p.m. The tournament will take place in the conference room. 1st place is a $100 Weaver Street Market gift certificate. Announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament at Weaver Street Market Raleigh Sept. 12
Bull City Woodshop Open House Aug. 28
Bull City Woodshop, at 1912 E Pettigrew Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a youth centered nonprofit that guides individual development, fosters community connection, and cultivates creativity through woodworking. It offers classes, as well as a Community Open Shop for members. Check their online store for tools, youth-made projects and Bull City Woodshop merch. On Friday, August 28, 2026, … [Read more...] about Bull City Woodshop Open House Aug. 28
Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon on Aug. 29
Charlie's Collectible Show is bringing Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon to Triangle Town Center, 3801 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will take place in the former Macy's space. This is a free event. Items will be for sale, and there may be some activities that require a fee. This is a celebration of bows, friendship, kindness, cute … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon on Aug. 29
CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
Charlie’s Collectible Show is bringing CCS Nerd Yard Sale to Triangle Town Center, 3801 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will take place in the former Macy’s space. This is a free event. Items will be for sale, and parking is free too. Collectors, fans, and hobbyists will open up their shelves, clear out their stashes, and pass along the … [Read more...] about CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
