Dolly Parton announced on her Facebook page that she will begin reading stories for children, every Thursday night at 7 p.m. The story time event begins on Thursday, April 2nd, 2020, and is scheduled for the next 10 weeks, through June 4th. The events will take place through Facebook Live. You can see the schedule and watch Dolly’s video announcement on Facebook as well. Dolly will read … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton will read stories to your kids every Thursday night
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Visit the goats at Historic Oak View County Park, or write them a letter (they’ll write back)
Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, remains open and free to visit, although the buildings (including historic buildings, restrooms and the visitor center) are closed until at least May 31st, 2020. But you can still enjoy the grounds, which are open from 8:30 a.m. to sunset 7 days a week. The park's goats and chickens are let out every day, weather permitting, so that … [Read more...] about Visit the goats at Historic Oak View County Park, or write them a letter (they’ll write back)
Virtual events for kids: music classes, art classes, story times, much more
Most kids will be home from school for several weeks. Children's book authors are rising to the occasion, presenting free online story times, where they read their books out loud. This is a unique opportunity for kids to get to know their favorite author (or a new one.) In addition, other organizations will be offering some live streaming activities for kids. These will take place on … [Read more...] about Virtual events for kids: music classes, art classes, story times, much more
Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest rescheduled to September 5
The Annual Meet in the Street Festival has been rescheduled to September 5th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in downtown Wake Forest. It'll be happening on South White Street, South Brooks Street and South Taylor Street. The festival will feature food, fun and entertainment, including live music and children’s activities. BAND SCHEDULE: 10:30 - 11:30 am: Dog Named Steve 11:45 am - … [Read more...] about Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest rescheduled to September 5
Fest in the West in Cary rescheduled to November 7
Fest in the West is a free community celebration that has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 7th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at USA Baseball Training Complex, Thomas Brooks Park, 7445 Green Hope School Road, Cary. Fest in the West is presented by Cary Citizen in partnership with Town of Cary. The festival features music, food, beer, kids' activities, an arts and crafts village, … [Read more...] about Fest in the West in Cary rescheduled to November 7
Free virtual classes on home gardening from Duke Gardens
Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street in Durham, is considered one of the 10 top public gardens in the United States and is free to visit. It's open every day, 365 days a year, from 8 a.m. to dusk. It features a rose garden, sundial and butterfly garden, terraces and fish pool, and much more. In addition to the free admission every day (please note that there's a small charge for parking) the … [Read more...] about Free virtual classes on home gardening from Duke Gardens
40th Annual PeakFest in Apex rescheduled to September
The 40th Annual PeakFest celebrates "The Peak of Good Living" in Apex. It has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 19th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Salem Street in Historic Downtown Apex. Enjoy live music, art, kids' activities, food and more. This is Apex' largest public event and draws 15,000 people. There will be three stages of entertainment, a kids' zone with more entertainment, … [Read more...] about 40th Annual PeakFest in Apex rescheduled to September
Nuv Yug Indian Fest rescheduled to September 5-6
Update: This event has been rescheduled to September 5-6, 2020. The Nuv Yug Indian Fest takes place Saturday, September 5th, and Sunday, September 6th, 2020, at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Parking is also free. Enjoy: Bollywood dance … [Read more...] about Nuv Yug Indian Fest rescheduled to September 5-6
Architecture firm creates free templates for kids to create their own skyscrapers and cities
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Global architecture studio, Foster + Partners, has come up with a fun and creative way for kids to learn about architecture and building. They've created several templates, in PDF form, which you can download and print out. Then kids can cut them out, fold and glue them, to create the basic shapes, which they will then use to make their own buildings and cities. The templates provide the … [Read more...] about Architecture firm creates free templates for kids to create their own skyscrapers and cities
Artsplosure–Raleigh Arts Festival rescheduled to October 10-11
Artsplosure--the Raleigh Arts Festival is once again bringing art, music, kids' activities and entertainment to downtown Raleigh. This is a free festival. Artsplosure has been rescheduled for the fall. Over 170 artists have been selected for this year’s juried Art Market. Saturday, October 10th, 2020: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday: October 11th, 2020: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Artsplosure–Raleigh Arts Festival rescheduled to October 10-11
