Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with a weekend of events, mostly virtual. Here's what's going on: Online Concert with Mo'Jazz Friday, July 3rd, 2020 7 p.m. The Mo’Jazz concert will be streamed through Holly Springs Cultural Center’s Facebook page and the town’s YouTube channel. Mo’Jazz featuring Connie McCoy incorporates a blend of Jazz, Pop, R&B and Gospel, Mo’ Jazz is … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Virtual Fireworks Show on July 5
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Laser show before movies at Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre July 3-5
Drive-in movies are a favorite tradition for many families, and with so many other forms of entertainment unavailable at the moment, they are experiencing a surge of interest across the country. Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre is located 3336 Raleigh Road, in Henderson, about 40 minutes from both Raleigh and Durham, and just 23 miles from Wake Forest. It's North Carolina's … [Read more...] about Laser show before movies at Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre July 3-5
Frederick Douglass Virtual Community Reading for July 5th
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about Frederick Douglass Virtual Community Reading for July 5th
Fireworks scheduled in Benson
You might have to drive a little bit from the heart of the Triangle to see fireworks this year. One of the places that's still planning a fireworks display is Benson. Please scroll down for more 4th of July events around the Triangle. It will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2020, around 9 p.m., and should be viewable from many places around Benson. There is no gathering … [Read more...] about Fireworks scheduled in Benson
Updated: Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2020
Searching for fireworks and 4th of July celebrations in the Triangle? We are too. 2020 will look different than 2019 did. We will celebrate our country in some way...it might just be a little different. As we learn about plans for 4th of July in the Triangle, we will list the events below. But please keep in mind that any of these could change, based on the health trends. So please do … [Read more...] about Updated: Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2020
Fireworks planned in Roxboro
The City of Roxboro, in Person County, has canceled their 4th of July parade for 2020, but is still going to have a fireworks show. The fireworks will be shot off from Person High School, 1010 Ridge Road, Roxboro, but spectators will not be allowed inside the stadium. They will need to watch from their cars in the surrounding area. With this being one of the only fireworks shows in the … [Read more...] about Fireworks planned in Roxboro
Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
July 4th, 2020 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without the need for a license. Other regulations, such as size limitations and lure restrictions, still apply. Use this fishing map to find public fishing spots. There are many public fishing areas in the Triangle. Make sure to check the box to indicate … [Read more...] about Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
The weather is heating up, and everyone is looking for a way to cool down. Unfortunately, it’s tougher this summer to find a place to swim. Here’s what is open. Swimming Pools and Splash Pads in Raleigh Starting on July 6th, 2020, seven pools in Raleigh will open with limited capacity. There are additional provisions, as well as some new pricing for 2020, on Raleigh's pools. More … [Read more...] about Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
Farm visits and movie nights with goats at Spring Haven Farm
Spring Haven Farm, at 5306 Homer Ruffin Rd, Chapel Hill, offers guests plenty of opportunities to spend time with goats. To see all their upcoming events, visit their Facebook page. Farm Visits Spring Haven Farm offers scheduled farm visits, during which families can interact with the baby cows, the horses, pigs, a donkey, and the goats. Kids can ride on the Tractor Train Express and make … [Read more...] about Farm visits and movie nights with goats at Spring Haven Farm
Virtual visit with Duke Lemur Center every Thursday morning
Duke Lemur Center invites you behind the scenes every Thursday at 10 a.m. through July 30th, 2020. Lemur Science will feature a live talk with a Q&A from a Duke Lemur Center expert. Learn what a Duke Lemur Center researcher does in the field. Or how to extract a preserve a 30 million year old primate fossil. Or about the unique island of Madagascar, or how lemur evolved such unique … [Read more...] about Virtual visit with Duke Lemur Center every Thursday morning
