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Campfire Storytime and more at Blooming Daisy Homestead in Spring Hope

Blooming Daisy Homestead, at 971 Marian Lane, Spring Hope, North Carolina, offers programs to help families discover the wonders of animals, nature and homesteading through engaging, hands-on classes. The classes incorporate art, crafts, science, nature and animal encounters. You can find all the upcoming events on bloomingdaisync.com. We're listing just a few of the events below. Spring … [Read more...] about Campfire Storytime and more at Blooming Daisy Homestead in Spring Hope

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North Hills Kids Oct. 28– Mini Monster Mash

For the first time, North Hills is extended its North Hills Kids program into the fall. North Hill Kids will feature FREE themed kids' events every Tuesday from September 23 to October 28, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The activities take place on The Commons, which is the green space near Ben & Jerry's. You can expect themed fun, crafts, storytimes, music and more. The activities are … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids Oct. 28– Mini Monster Mash

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Trunk or Treat at Soapstone United Methodist Church Oct. 26

Soapstone United Methodist Church, 12837 Norwood Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This is a free event that takes place in the front parking lot. Enjoy trunk or treat, games, festive activities and more. … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Soapstone United Methodist Church Oct. 26

Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with Revista Latina, at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26

LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Halloween witch and take it home with you on Oct. 26

LEGO Stores often host events during which customers can put together a small project and take it home. It's absolutely free to participate. These builds are provided especially for the in-store events. They are not available for purchase. LEGO Witch On Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 12 to 2 p.m., build a Halloween Witch and take it home with you. It's free! Age 6+. A limited quantity … [Read more...] about LEGO Store: Build a LEGO Halloween witch and take it home with you on Oct. 26

Step Into the Halloween Village at Lafayette Village Oct 26

Lafayette Village, at 850 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, is presenting Step Into the Halloween Village on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m. (Please note the corrected date.) This is a free event. This event features: Check for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Step Into the Halloween Village at Lafayette Village Oct 26

72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 23-26

The 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 23-26, 2025, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and … [Read more...] about 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 23-26

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