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Big sale on LEGO sets, leading up to Prime Big Deal Days

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In case you haven't heard...Amazon is holding Prime Big Deal Days October 10 and 11, 2023. On these days there will be big price cuts available on a wide variety of products across the site. We'll be highlighting the best Prime Big Deal Days deals, starting October 10. You'll need to be a Prime member to get the deals, so if you're not already one, it's a good time to join. You can get a free … [Read more...] about Big sale on LEGO sets, leading up to Prime Big Deal Days

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6th Annual Raleigh Children’s Business Fair Oct 8

The 6th Annual Raleigh Children's Business Fair will take place on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 2 to 4:30 p.m., at Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business! Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at the … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Raleigh Children’s Business Fair Oct 8

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Pullen Park Scarecrow Festival Oct 7

Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, is hosting its Scarecrow Festival on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 3 to 6 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family. Bring old clothes for your scarecrow. You'll be leaving them behind. Also bring props to help your scarecrow stand out. Create a one-of-a-kind scarecrow. Raleigh Parks will supply the twine, straw, and a structure. MOSS … [Read more...] about Pullen Park Scarecrow Festival Oct 7

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with Durham Parks & Recreation

The City of Durham and Durham Parks & Recreation are hosting a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Día de la Comunidad (Community Day) will take place Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham North Carolina. This free event will include: … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with Durham Parks & Recreation

Register now for Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event Oct. 28

Lowe's stores nationwide are hosting a Trick or Treat event on October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids can put on their costumes, bring their candy receptacle, and collect free candy. Registration is required and space is limited. Register now for Spooky Trick or Treat. Spots might go quickly. If there are none in the store you usually go to, check to see if there's space in … [Read more...] about Register now for Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event Oct. 28

Granville Haunt Farm Drive-Thru Haunted Trail

Granville Haunt Farm is back with a drive-through Halloween experience in Oxford, North Carolina, just about a half hour from Durham and about 50 minutes from Raleigh, this fall. Drive through the giant movie screen and watch the movies come to life on the other side! Stay in your vehicle as you drive along a path of new thrills and chills. There's timed ticketing. The attraction will be … [Read more...] about Granville Haunt Farm Drive-Thru Haunted Trail

Adventure Awaits Festival at Fletcher Park Sep 30

Paper & Stars Studio is presenting Adventure Awaits on Saturday, September 30,2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC. This is a free, family-friendly event that features a market and lots of fun activities. Discover a time of castles, knights and dragons, while exploring medieval fantasy and history. Activities include: Go on an interactive … [Read more...] about Adventure Awaits Festival at Fletcher Park Sep 30

Worldwide Day of Play at Kidzu Children’s Museum Sep 30 — free admission all day

Kidzu Children's Museum, at 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is celebrating Worldwide Day of Play, on September 30, 2023, with free admission and all day, and special activities. The programs will spotlight local makers, artists, musicians, dancers, athletes, authors and more. The hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring: … [Read more...] about Worldwide Day of Play at Kidzu Children’s Museum Sep 30 — free admission all day

5th Annual Community Day at Chavis Park Sep 30

The 5th Annual Community Day will take place at Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, near the old carousel building area. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event hosted by Wake County Social & Economic Vitality. This free event feature entertainment, resources, food and more. … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Community Day at Chavis Park Sep 30

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