50 area youth age 6-15 are invited to participate in the Beta Lambda Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s annual Youth Symposium from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Raleigh Girls Club of Wake County, 701 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The theme for this year’s symposium is Money, Money, Money! Registration is required and space … [Read more...] about Youth Symposium with Sigma Gamma Rho: Learn about Money, Money, Money!
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Durham Mini Comic Con March 8
Durham Mini Comic Con is a one day event that takes place twice a year at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event features comic books, cosplay, local comic artists, collectibles and more. Spring Durham Mini Comic Com takes place Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is only $5. Kids 11 and under are admitted for free with paying adult. … [Read more...] about Durham Mini Comic Con March 8
Free crafts and building workshops for kids — a day-by-day list
Do your kids like to craft or build? There are several FREE opportunities for kids to tackle small, age-appropriate projects, including seasonal crafts, wood-working projects and more. Kids will learn to use tools safely, learn to use crafting materials, create something, and have fun. Read on for some of the businesses that regularly offer free projects for kids. Then, check out a … [Read more...] about Free crafts and building workshops for kids — a day-by-day list
Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
The 22nd Annual NC MLK Black History Month Parade will take place in Durham, NC, on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The parade will start at 12 p.m. and take place on Fayetteville Street in Durham. It's free to attend. The parade will feature: If you'd like to participate in the parade, here is the registration form. … [Read more...] about Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
CANCELED: Free Youth Flag Football Clinic in Chapel Hill and Durham
UPDATE: This event has been canceled. … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Free Youth Flag Football Clinic in Chapel Hill and Durham
9th Annual Polar Bear Run in Downtown Selma, NC
The 9th Annual Polar Bear Run in Downtown Selma, North Carolina, takes place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. Early Bird Pricing through Jan 13th: Jan 14 until day of Event Pricing: Register here. The Polar Bear Run is held to support Bailey’s Human Rescue, a local organization on a mission to eradicate the unnecessary overpopulation and euthanization of domesticated animals. … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Polar Bear Run in Downtown Selma, NC
Black History Celebration: Black Joy is Black History
Education Justice Alliance is hosting a free event for Black History Month event, Black Joy is Black History, on Saturday, February 22, 2025, fro 2 to 5 p.m., at Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event features food, vendors, games and activities for kids. … [Read more...] about Black History Celebration: Black Joy is Black History
MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
United Way of Greater Triangle is celebrating MLK Day in 2025 with a day of service. The event takes place on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Boys and Girls Club of Wake County's Teen Center, 721 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC. This is a youth-driven experience that will center the voices of today’s young people in conversations around community service, life transitions, … [Read more...] about MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
Pokémon Palooza in Cary Jan. 18
Bring the whole family to Pokémon Palooza on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m., at Herbert C. Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event that will be held annually. This Pokémon and Sports card trading event is open to traders of all ages. Bring your collection or just come and see what’s out there. The event includes giveaways, … [Read more...] about Pokémon Palooza in Cary Jan. 18
First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
Every year, North Carolina State Parks host First Day Hikes led by park staff. When we hear of them we will list them below, but please check with ncparks.gov/events for more events. You should feel free to take your own hike too! Check out our photo guide to hiking in N.C. State Parks. … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes in North Carolina State Parks
