Celebrate Valentine's Day week by making vintage-inspired Valentines at Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh. The FREE activity will be taking place Friday, February 18th, 2022, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event will take place outside. If it rains, it will take place inside the Borden Building, and masks and temperature checks will be required. No registration is required. Drop in any … [Read more...] about Hands-On History: Vintage Valentines at Borden Building at Fletcher Park
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Lunar New Year Celebration with NC State Global
NC State Office of Global Engagement is celebrating the Lunar New Year on Tuesday, February 1st, 2022, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., in the Talley Mountains Ballroom, in the Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Raleigh. Celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Tiger with music, food and cultural activities. This is a free event. Register here. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration with NC State Global
Valentine’s Day Gifts in the Triangle — shop for truly local, unique gifts
Looking for a Valentine's Day gift but want to avoid the last-minute dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the other towns and cities in the Triangle. Read on to learn about local flowers, local chocolate, local art, and much more. While … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Gifts in the Triangle — shop for truly local, unique gifts
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at rooftop bar at Residence Inn in Downtown Raleigh — no tickets required
Residence Inn, at 616 South Salisbury Street in Downtown Raleigh, boasts a rooftop bar, 10th & Terrace. It's on the 10th floor of the hotel, and is open six days a week (closed Monday), serving beer, wine, cocktails and small plates. No reservations are required. 10th & Terrace wants you to know that you can celebrate New Year's Eve there! There will be a DJ, festive drinks, and, of … [Read more...] about Celebrate New Year’s Eve at rooftop bar at Residence Inn in Downtown Raleigh — no tickets required
Free Santa pictures at Golden Hex European Groceries & Deli in Cary Dec 25-26
Golden Hex, at 1246 NW Maynard Road, Cary, is a grocery store and deli that specializes in European and Mediterranean groceries. They offer imported specialty foods, a selection of deli meats, cheese and fish, a large assortment of dairy products, sweets and more. On Christmas Day and the day after, Santa will be at Golden Hex from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Come either day, December 25th or 26th, … [Read more...] about Free Santa pictures at Golden Hex European Groceries & Deli in Cary Dec 25-26
Living Nativity at Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh
Hayes Barton Baptist Church, 1800 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, is hosting a Living Nativity December 22nd through 24th, 2021, from 7 to 9 p.m. each night. The Living Nativity at Hayes Barton Baptist Church is an annual tradition going back more than 50 years. Visitors can experience the classic story of the birth of Jesus, featuring live actors and animals, and also tour the church's … [Read more...] about Living Nativity at Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh
Play CandyLand in the Garden in Clayton
The classic children's game CandyLand has come to life again in Clayton! CandyLand in the Garden is a life size, playable version of the game. It can be found at Main Street Garden, 439 E. Main Street, Clayton, through January 2nd, 2022, during these hours: Monday to Friday: 2 to 4 p.m.Saturday and Sunday: 1 to 4 p.m. We don't have information yet about holiday closures, but we'd … [Read more...] about Play CandyLand in the Garden in Clayton
Winter Wonderland with Goats at Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill
Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin Road, Chapel Hill, invites you to Winter Wonderland With Goats from November 17th to December 23rd, 2021, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event does not take place Mondays, Tuesdays, Thanksgiving, or Christmas Day. The cost is $13.50, and you can purchase tickets in advance only. Purchase online now by clicking on the desired day here. Children 3 and under are … [Read more...] about Winter Wonderland with Goats at Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill-idays on Franklin Street (including free bikes for kids from ReCYCLEry!)
The last Chapel Hill-day of 2021 takes place Sunday, December 19th, 2021, from 12 to 4 p.m. This holiday market will be on the 400-500 block of West Franklin Street, in Downtown Chapel Hill. This is a great chance to shop from the Downtown Chapel Hill stores, which will be holding special sales. In addition, multiple vendors will be along the sidewalk. The following stores will be open, … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill-idays on Franklin Street (including free bikes for kids from ReCYCLEry!)
Santa Claus at Shepherd’s Way Christmas Tree Lot
Santa Claus will be at Shepherd's Way Farms' Christmas Tree lot at North Hills in Raleigh on Sunday, December 5th, and Saturday, December 19th, 2020, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Grab your family and come get a photo with Kris Kringle in his vintage sleigh. 540 Woodbridge Rd in Village District. These will be safe, socially distanced visits. Kids of all ages can … [Read more...] about Santa Claus at Shepherd’s Way Christmas Tree Lot
