Durham Central Park will be hosting Story Time with Barnaby D. Troll, a story time for kids age 2-5 starting Tuesday, April 27th, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 :30 a.m. It will take place weekly on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. until May 25th, 2021. Look for Facebook events on Durham Central Park's Facebook page. Children will listen to a favorite children’s story, sing a song or two and re-create … [Read more...] about Story time with Barnaby D. Troll — free weekly story time at Durham Central Park
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Junior Gardeners at Kidzu Children’s Museum (and more)
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, has re-opened! Please see the museum's safe re-opening plan. The museum has several events coming up. There are both in-person and virtual activities available, so please read carefully and follow the links below for more information on each event. These are all FREE events. Some of the April events are part of North Carolina Science … [Read more...] about Junior Gardeners at Kidzu Children’s Museum (and more)
Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
The weather will be heating up soon, and we'll all be looking for a way to cool down. Here's a big list of swimming pools, splash pads, and swimming holes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the surrounding area. In addition to the facilities on this list, area YMCAs offer swimming to members. At the time of this post, we don't have an opening date for a few of the pools, but we'll … [Read more...] about Places to Cool Off in the Triangle–pools, splash pads and swimming holes
PDQ: Moms get free small shake with any purchase
PDQ serves up hand-breaded, never-frozen, chicken tenders, sandwiches and fresh salads, with sauces and dressings crafted in house. We will be updating this space with PDQ deals as they're announced. All of these deals are valid at all PDQ restaurants, except for arena, stadium, airport and test kitchen locations. Mother's Day Deal On Mother's Day, Sunday, May 9th, 2021, moms get a FREE … [Read more...] about PDQ: Moms get free small shake with any purchase
Phillips Farms of Cary: Strawberry Festival, weekend farmers’ market, more…
Phillips Farms of Cary, at 6701 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, widely known for its strawberries and corn mazes, is starting something new! It is going to be hosting a farmers' market every Saturday and Sunday from April 3rd to August 29th, 2021. The hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Throughout the season, there will be some special events. On May 15th and 16th, … [Read more...] about Phillips Farms of Cary: Strawberry Festival, weekend farmers’ market, more…
History Spotlight: 19th Century Clothing — What They Wore and Why at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough
Burwell School Historic Site, at 319 N. Churton Street, in Hillsborough's historic district, is free to visit during its year-round opening hours: Wednesday through Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. During open hours, please knock on the door or call 919-732-7451 to be let in. Only one group, of a maximum of 6 people, can visit at a time. Masks are required. The … [Read more...] about History Spotlight: 19th Century Clothing — What They Wore and Why at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough
Mother’s Day Market at Cultivate Coffee, in Fuquay-Varina
Curated Craft Market is a pop-up market where you'll discover handmade products and original works of art. In addition, enjoy live music, a free art activity, and specialty drinks and ice cream for purchase. The next Curated Craft Market will take place on Saturday, March 8th, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Cultivate Coffee Roasters, 128 S. Fuquay Avenue, Fuquay-Varina. It's free to … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Market at Cultivate Coffee, in Fuquay-Varina
Cary’s Spring Daze Arts Markets
Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Art Markets. These artisan markets will take place in Downtown Cary, at 100 W Chatham Street, the first four Saturdays in May, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The markets will be happening on May 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd, 2021. Each market will feature up to 25 artists and artisans, with work in a wide variety of mediums. Check back soon for a … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts Markets
Pick Mother’s Day flowers at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, is once again offering up some inexpensive beauty to take home this spring. This small, family-owned farm is opening its U-pick flower patches on Saturday, May 8th, 2021. What a great idea for Mother's Day! They expect to remain open through July, with the flowers varying throughout the season. Currently blooming are Bachelor buttons, … [Read more...] about Pick Mother’s Day flowers at Firefly Farm in Hillsborough
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough May 8
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. The event is free and open to the public. The event takes place Saturday, May 8th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 4 … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough May 8
