Lumpy's Ice Cream, at 306 Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, is celebrating National Ice Cream Day in a big way! On Saturday, July 17th, 2021, they will be celebrating ice cream from 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with contests, games, activities, and free ice cream for kids. You might also be interested in this big list of ice cream shops around the Triangle. Also, check out this big list of other National … [Read more...] about National Ice Cream Day Party at Lumpy’s Ice Cream in Wake Forest July 17
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Ibotta gives away totally free back-to-school items
Back-to-school time is lurking just around the corner, and that means one thing for many families: finding the best deals on school supplies. How about free? Thanks to Ibotta, families can get some of those items totally FREE. Ibotta is providing millions of children in America with FREE back-to-school supplies for the upcoming school year. In partnership with many family-friendly … [Read more...] about Ibotta gives away totally free back-to-school items
Selma Health and Business Expo
Selma Parks and Recreation's inaugural Health and Business Expo will take place Saturday, August 21st, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., outside Downtown Nutrition, 208 N. Raiford Street, Selma. (Please note that this date is a change from the original date that we had listed here.) Enjoy health and wellness information, a DJ, dance, and physical activities. This is a free event. Food trucks … [Read more...] about Selma Health and Business Expo
Online storytelling event for kids– part of Chatham Commemoration
The Community Remembrance Coalition - Chatham is a group that has the mission to improve race relations in Chatham County through dialogue with black and white communities, and through sharing a full accounting of even the county's history, including even a very painful parts of Chatham County's history -- the lynching of six members of the community 100 years ago. There will be a Black History … [Read more...] about Online storytelling event for kids– part of Chatham Commemoration
Triangle Family Festival — fall festival at Triangle Christian Center
Triangle Christian Center, at 11100 Fellowship Drive in Raleigh, is planning a fall festival. Triangle Family Festival will take place Saturday, October 30th, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is free event, open to the community. The first 75 guests who register will receive a Family Prize Pack. The festival includes: InflatablesHands-on activitiesArtisan vendorsFood trucksLive … [Read more...] about Triangle Family Festival — fall festival at Triangle Christian Center
National Parks & Recreation Month Celebration in Knightdale: inflatables, food trucks, more…
The Town of Knightdale is holding a fun event to celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month. This event was announced on Knightdale's Facebook page. On Saturday, July 3rd, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., come to Knightdale Station Park, 810 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, for the celebration. The event will feature: Food trucksInflatablesLive DJSplashpadFire trucks and police cars … [Read more...] about National Parks & Recreation Month Celebration in Knightdale: inflatables, food trucks, more…
PineCone’s Lakeside Bluegrass Series in Cary: Mason Via & Hot Trail Mix
PineCone and the Town of Cary are presenting an outdoor concert series, Lakeside Bluegrass Series. The series will feature local and regional talent. The concerts will take place on every Sunday evening in June at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary. Gates will open at at 5 p.m., and the music will go from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There is free parking at the … [Read more...] about PineCone’s Lakeside Bluegrass Series in Cary: Mason Via & Hot Trail Mix
ThrillaDilla — buy a “Dilla”, go bowling for free
ThrillaDilla is a new quick-service restaurant concept that is currently operating as a pop-up in the Mardi Gras Bowling Center at Falconbridge Shopping Center, 6118-A Farrington Road, Chapel Hill. The "Dilla" is a new take on the quesadilla, with a wide range of options that include: The Plain Cheese DillaThe Veg 1.0Breakfast AnytimeThe JamaicanThe East (eastern-style BBQ)The West … [Read more...] about ThrillaDilla — buy a “Dilla”, go bowling for free
The Cookout — A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth, with pro wrestling, music and more
The North Carolina Poor People's Campaign Cultural Arts Committee is presenting The Cookout -- A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 26th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Unity Center of Peace, 8800 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill. The event will include special presentations about Juneteenth and its history, face painting, art exhibitions, dance performances, a Black … [Read more...] about The Cookout — A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth, with pro wrestling, music and more
Glow in the Park family challenge at Spring Forest Road Park
Bring the family to Spring Forest Road Park, 4203 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, for Glow in the Park on Saturday, June 26th, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is for all ages. Show off your family pride by participating in fun family-oriented challenges. The evening will end with a glow dance party. If you have glow in the dark clothing or accessories, all the … [Read more...] about Glow in the Park family challenge at Spring Forest Road Park