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Father’s Day Alert: Huge Sale on Craftsman Tools

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Are you stumped about what to buy for a Father's Day gift? If Dad is a handy sort of guy, definitely check out this Craftsman sale at Lowe's. Everything from lawn mowers to drills to chainsaws are deeply discounted right now. These will be the best prices for a long time on Craftsman tools. And of course, it's not just dads doing the work around the house! These deals are perfect for anyone … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Alert: Huge Sale on Craftsman Tools

City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23

City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Plant Swap on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. Please bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public! … [Read more...] about City of Raleigh Museum Plant Swap on May 23

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Home and garden

Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9

On May 9, 2026, Lowe’s is giving the first 150 customers at every location FREE Spring Flowers — starting at 10 a.m. Flowers may vary by location. No purchase necessary. Look for the giveaway station at each location. If you can’t find it, ask an employee for assistance in locating it. The giveaway is only available for MyLowe’s Rewards members. Join MyLowe’s Rewards here. You must show … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free spring flowers for Mother’s Day May 9

Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9

Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Opening day for flower picking is May 9, 2026. Please also check out our big list of U-pick farms in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9

Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3

HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 530 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3

Plant Sale: Rare & Heirloom Chrysanthemums rooted for planting now — May 1 and 2

The Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society is hosting a plant sale of rare and heirloom chrysanthemums on May 1 and 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, at NC State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. They will be selling cuttings of its highly coveted rare plants to members of the public, while supplies last. There's no admission charge. There will be a … [Read more...] about Plant Sale: Rare & Heirloom Chrysanthemums rooted for planting now — May 1 and 2

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Home and garden

KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders

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KitchenAid is promoting a Deal of the Week for countertop appliances. Each week the deal will change. These deals are straight from KitchenAid's website. KitchenAid has been making kitchen appliances since 1919. It's best known for its iconic stand mixers, but also makes coffee makers, cooktops, blenders, food processers and more. This Week's Deal Save 25% on Countertop BlendersDeal ends May … [Read more...] about KitchenAid Deal of the Week: Save 25% on Countertop Blenders

Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition

The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms  on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition

Mordecai Annual Heirloom Plant Sale April 24-25

Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season at the Mordecai Plant Sale. Mordecai Historic Park is at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The plant sale is on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Admission is free. Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for … [Read more...] about Mordecai Annual Heirloom Plant Sale April 24-25

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