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Celestial Celebration — Solar Eclipse Event at Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center

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The Raleigh-Cary JCC is hosting A Celestial Celebration -- a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m., at David R. Kahn Community Campus, 12804 Norwood Road, Raleigh, NC. This free event is open to the public, but registration is required. The first 50 people to register get free solar eclipse glasses. Any remaining glasses will be distributed on a … [Read more...] about Celestial Celebration — Solar Eclipse Event at Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center

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Solar Eclipse Party at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27514, is hosting a Solar Eclipse Party on Monday, April 8, 2024, from 12:30 to 4:45 p.m. There will be activities both inside and outside. The outside activities are free. The admission for the indoor activities are $10. Outdoor activities: Indoor activities: … [Read more...] about Solar Eclipse Party at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center

Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science

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Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has a special event planned for Solar Eclipse Day. Monarch Butterfly Eclipse takes place Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. The museum will be closed, but the event will take place on the south side of campus, and will be free to the public. The migratory route of Monarch Butterflies resembles the path of the … [Read more...] about Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science

Makebreak: Free crafting events at Michaels on Sundays

Michaels offers free crafting events on the first and third Sunday of every month, from 2 to 4 p.m. Some materials are included too, but you might need to bring or buy some materials. Registration is required for each class. Supplies might be limited. The program could end at any time. Find a Michaels location close to you. … [Read more...] about Makebreak: Free crafting events at Michaels on Sundays

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Wilson’s Mills Food Truck Rodeo in Clayton

The first Wilson's Mills Food Truck Rodeo takes place Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Wilson's Mills Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. The event will feature more than 20 food trucks. In addition, there will be music and a community market. … [Read more...] about Wilson’s Mills Food Truck Rodeo in Clayton

Knightdale Spring Fling April 6

Knightdale is holding its Spring Fling festival on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. It takes place at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Enjoy live music, food trucks, inflatables and a vendor market. Bring your Easter basket. Vendors will have eggs at the stations to distribute. Food trucks: Follow the Facebook event for updates. … [Read more...] about Knightdale Spring Fling April 6

Sanford’s 150th Birthday Bash April 6

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The City of Sanford is celebrating its Sesquicentennial this year! Sanford's 150th Birthday Bash takes place on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Sanford Lions Club Fairgrounds, 507 N 7th Street, Sanford, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and includes live music, a magic show, rides, a petting zoo, train rides, inflatables, and much more. Cake and ice cream … [Read more...] about Sanford’s 150th Birthday Bash April 6

Holi Festival in Durham Central Park March 31

Viceroy Durham, an Indian restaurant in Durham, is hosting a Holi Festival at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 31, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. This celebration was an annual tradition of Viceroy Durham, but this is the first time it's been held since 2019. Admission is free. Come prepared to get colorful! Viceroy Durham announced the … [Read more...] about Holi Festival in Durham Central Park March 31

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Easter Bunny Visits Videri Chocolate Factory March 30

The Easter Bunny is visiting Videri Chocolate Factory, 327 W Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 3 to 4 p.m. Hop on by and take pictures with the Easter Bunny! There's no charge. While there, enjoy a self-guided tour of the chocolate factory. Of course, you'll want to check out all the Easter treats at Videri and enjoy a cup of cocoa or coffee in … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Visits Videri Chocolate Factory March 30

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