Nasher Museum and Duke Gardens are joining together to co-present an afternoon of activities for all ages, inspired by the exhibition at Nasher Museum, Spirit in the Land. Learn all about visiting Nasher Museum. Spirit in the Land: An Afternoon with Duke Gardens takes place Sunday, March 5th, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. Visitors are invited to tour the galleries, where 30 artists from … [Read more...] about Spirit in the Land: An Afternoon with Duke Gardens and Nasher Museum (free event)
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WCOM Friends and Family Festival
UPDATE: We originally found this event listed as part of the NC Science Festival, but it's not listed anymore. So until we hear otherwise, we will assume that the event is NOT happening. WCOM, Carrboro's local community radio station, is holding the WCOM Friends & Family Festival on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, from 3 to 7 p.m., on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street … [Read more...] about WCOM Friends and Family Festival
Flannels & Frost at Moore Square rescheduled to Feb 26
Downtown Raleigh Alliance and City of Raleigh Parks and Cultural Resources are hosting Flannels & Frost at Moore Square, 226 E Martin Street, on Sunday, February 26th, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. Please note that this is a reschedule of the festival from Saturday, due to the weather forecast. This free event will celebrate winter, so bundle up and come on out! The winter celebration … [Read more...] about Flannels & Frost at Moore Square rescheduled to Feb 26
Free event: Princesses in the Park in Wendell Feb 25
Princesses in the Park will be a fun event for kids! It takes place Saturday, February 25th, 2023, from 4:15 to 6:15 p.m., at Wendell Community Center, 601 West Third Street, Wendell. This is a FREE event. There will be singing, games and photo opportunities with the princesses. Come dressed as your favorite princess! Wendell Parks & Recreation announced this event on … [Read more...] about Free event: Princesses in the Park in Wendell Feb 25
7th Annual International Culture Night in Sanford
El Refugio, in collaboration with Central Carolina Community College, Lee County Arts Council, and United Bank are presenting the 7th Annual International Culture Night. It takes place on Thursday, March 2nd, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Dennis A. Wicker Civic adn Conference Center, 1801 Nash Street, Sanford, North Carolina. Travel to over 15 countries! Each country will be represented by an … [Read more...] about 7th Annual International Culture Night in Sanford
Bike Day at Peach Road Feb 18 — free bike adjustments
Oaks & Spokes and Raleigh Community Kickstand are holding Bike Day on Saturday, February 18th, 2023, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this free event, you can get minor repairs on your bike and even learn how to do them yourself. Free air, adjustments and minor repairs. One bicycle will be serviced per person. The event will … [Read more...] about Bike Day at Peach Road Feb 18 — free bike adjustments
Leigh Farm Park: From Sheep to Spindle — How Wool Becomes Yarn March 18 (and more)
Leigh Farm Park, 370 Leigh Farm Rd, Durham, is 82.8-acre property is anchored by a 7-acre historic core listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The historic area includes: The property also features: Coming up at Leigh Farm Park To find and enroll in the tours at Leah Farm Park go to the Durham Park & Recreation activity guide search page. Select … [Read more...] about Leigh Farm Park: From Sheep to Spindle — How Wool Becomes Yarn March 18 (and more)
Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest Feb 17
The Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest, a free outdoor festival celebrating the Hurricanes 25 years in North Carolina, will place Friday, February 17th, 2023. It's presented by Shop Local Raleigh. The festival is in advance of the Hurricanes' long-anticipated outdoor game on February 18th, in which they take on the Washington Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium. Only resale tickets are available … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes Fan Fest Feb 17
My Creepy Valentine Haunted House — 2 nights only
Edward's Battle Haunted House is an attraction created by a Raleigh teenager who fought childhood cancer, and his family. Every Halloween they create a walk-thru haunted House to raise money for Gives Kids the World Village, a resort in Orlando for critically ill kids. They added a Candyland attraction for Christmas, and now they're offering a Valentine's Day attraction. My Creepy … [Read more...] about My Creepy Valentine Haunted House — 2 nights only
Cooking Up Character Learn & Serve programs for kids
Cooking Up Character Learn & Serve programs teach kids a new skill and then have them apply it immediately in an impact service project. Cooking Up Character family service programs take place once a month, usually at Crowder District Park, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, North Carolina. These are free programs for kids ages 5+ and their families. Here are the upcoming Cooking Up Character … [Read more...] about Cooking Up Character Learn & Serve programs for kids
