The winter holidays, starting with Thanksgiving, are a time when many families and individuals are especially interested in volunteering. The holidays can being a renewed sense of gratitude and a desire to give back. Parents often want their children, who receive so much, to have the experience of helping others. And with cold weather on the way, many members of our community are especially … [Read more...] about Family Volunteer Day at Marbles Kids Museum (and many more volunteer activities with Activate Good)
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Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market, including free pictures with Santa
Salem Baptist Preschool is holding its Holiday Market on November 17 and 18, 2023. the hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, and attendance is free. The address is 1821 N Salem Street, Apex, NC. Shop from 60+ local vendors. There will also be a fundraising raffle and a bake sale. Santa will be at the holiday market for free pictures on Saturday, November 18. Follow Salem Baptist … [Read more...] about Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Market, including free pictures with Santa
Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture and Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation are hosting the Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo on Sunday, November 12, 2023. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the American Legion, 1714 Legion Road, Chapel Hill. Food vendors will provided plenty of options for purchase, and local non-profits will provide participatory activities for all … [Read more...] about Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
Garden Party: Diwali Celebration at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is hosting Garden Party: Diwali Celebration on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This is a free event. This will be the last garden event of the season, and will be a Diwali celebration, with lights, crafts, music, dance and henna. … [Read more...] about Garden Party: Diwali Celebration at Kidzu Children’s Museum
Triangle Toy Takeaway at New Horizon Church in Durham — free toys for kids Nov 11
New Horizon Church, 100 Horizon Place, Durham, is hosting the Triangle Toy Takeaway on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. At this event families from around the Triangle are welcome to come and shop for new and "like new" toys for their kids of all ages. The best part? It's all FREE. Shoppers do not to qualify or to prove their need. The church trusts that all who come to … [Read more...] about Triangle Toy Takeaway at New Horizon Church in Durham — free toys for kids Nov 11
Santa’s Workshop at Abbotts Creek Community Center
Join the Raleigh Youth Council at Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC, for Santa's Workshop at Abbotts Creek. This FREE event takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event includes: Toy donations are appreciated. This event is intended for families with children ages 0-12. … [Read more...] about Santa’s Workshop at Abbotts Creek Community Center
Free Holiday Movie Matinees at Garner Performing Arts Center
Enjoy free holiday movie matinees at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, North Carolina. The family-friendly events will take place December 3 and 10, 2023, at 2 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase. Garner Performing Arts Center isn't permitted to say what the movies are, but look for hints on their social media. Reserve tickets now: … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Movie Matinees at Garner Performing Arts Center
81st Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Nov 4-5
The 81st Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5, 2023, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, at NC State Fairgrounds, Holshouser Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Tickets are $5, with kids under 13 admitted for free. The festival features: This is a great opportunity to shop for a unique gift. A variety of competitive … [Read more...] about 81st Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Nov 4-5
Move-A-Bull City — celebration of sustainable transportation at Golden Belt
Join Bike Durham for Move-A-Bull City at Golden Belt, 800 Taylor Street, Durham, on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. Move-A-Bull City is a celebration of sustainable transportation. It's free and everyone is invited. 2 p.m.: gather for Bike Rides and Walk 2pm to 5:30pm Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Move-A-Bull City — celebration of sustainable transportation at Golden Belt
Halloween candy buy-back: kids get money for candy
Do you dread the thought of your kids indulging in Halloween candy for days or weeks after Halloween? Or maybe you want to stop sneaking it? When Halloween is over, perhaps you can interest them in a Halloween candy buy back. Some local dentists, and other organizations, are participating. Kids bring their candy to the drop-off location (generally you don't have to be a patient of that dentist) … [Read more...] about Halloween candy buy-back: kids get money for candy
