North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is presenting a free 2-day program, Astronomy Days, Saturday, January 25th, and Sunday, January 26th, 2020, at the downtown Raleigh location, 11 West Jones Street. The free family-friendly event includes hands-on science activities, lectures, rocket launches and more--all to help space enthusiasts of all ages see the big picture of space. The event … [Read more...] about Astronomy Days at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Jan 25-26
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19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
The 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at at the North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, January 25th, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, the 19th annual African American Cultural Celebration will feature: Musicians Storytellers … [Read more...] about 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
Tickets available now for Snow Day at Waverly Place on February 29
Snow Day will be back at Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets for an hour-long sledding pass are $8, plus fees. Both adults and kids will need tickets. You'll have access to two sled hills. Sleds will be provided. Snow and sleds will be provided by Snow My Yard. However, the event itself is free, and all the … [Read more...] about Tickets available now for Snow Day at Waverly Place on February 29
Free history tours at Pullen Park start Jan 20
Pullen Park, at 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, is popular with families for good reason. It features: Aquatic Center Arts Center (currently closed for renovations) Tennis Court sand fields Playgrounds Theatre in the Park Train (closed through January 20th, 2020 for maintenance) Pedal boats Carousel Kiddie Boats (closed for maintenance. Expected to open in early 2020) … [Read more...] about Free history tours at Pullen Park start Jan 20
Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Book Drive Celebration
Book Harvest is presenting the Dream Big MLK Book Drive Celebration on Monday, January 20th, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Rhythms Live Music Hall, 2020 Chapel Hill Road, Durham. Book Harvest provides books to children who need them and engages families and communities to promote children’s lifelong literacy and academic success. Besides the book drive there will be lots of fun family … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Book Drive Celebration
39 indoor play areas in the Triangle (some with discounts)
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When the weather keeps you indoors but your kids need to burn off some energy, this list of indoor play areas in the Triangle will come in handy. We’ve included trampoline parks, arcades, children’s museums, skating rinks, bowling alleys, climbing gyms, laser tag facilities and more. Prices are subject to change. We’ve included activities for toddlers through teenagers. Know of something … [Read more...] about 39 indoor play areas in the Triangle (some with discounts)
Dreamfest: Town of Cary’s MLK celebration
The Town of Cary celebrates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with Dreamfest, a collection of free events from Friday, January 18th, to Monday, January 20th, 2020. Please note that although the events are free, tickets are required for some. Follow the links below for tickets. And follow the link for Dreamfest above for any changes or questions. Here's what's going … [Read more...] about Dreamfest: Town of Cary’s MLK celebration
Award-Winning Architect + Designer Christophe Pillet at CAM Raleigh
CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin Street, is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in downtown Raleigh. It offers bold, non-traditional exhibitions by living artists. Admission to CAM Raleigh is now FREE thanks to the generous support of members and partners. Keep reading for some free special events at CAM Raleigh. Exhibitions currently on view: ¡Viva Viclas! The Art of the Lowrider … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Architect + Designer Christophe Pillet at CAM Raleigh
Free children’s activities at Historic Yates Mill County Park
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of the mill … [Read more...] about Free children’s activities at Historic Yates Mill County Park
Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam: Free weekly event on Fridays
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Some chairs and instruments will be available to share, but if you've got your own please bring them. From November to March, the event takes place inside on Friday evenings, and then from March to October it takes place outdoors … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam: Free weekly event on Fridays
