Have you wondered how to get started with stargazing in Raleigh and the rest of the Triangle? You'll have a great start with this guide written by Xiao-Ming Porter, an undergraduate student employee at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center at UNC Chapel Hill. Learn where to go for skywatching or stargazing, what to look for in the sky, tools that will help you identify what you're seeing, … [Read more...] about Stargazing in the Triangle — how to get started, where to go, and upcoming events
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Raleigh’s Jewish History Trolley Tour May 14
Registration is open for Raleigh's Jewish History Trolley Tour, which takes place on Sunday, May 14, 2023. There will be three tours: The tour leaves from Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, and lasts for about one hour. This tour will be a historic journey starting with Moses Mordecai, the namesake of Mordecai Historic Park and the first Jewish man recorded to live in … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Jewish History Trolley Tour May 14
Peach pARTy Art Classes — free art classes for kids
Peach pARTy Art Classes is a free four-week series for kids at Peach Road Park, 111 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, NC. It takes place Fridays from May 12 to June 2, 2023, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The program will focus on building creativity, individual expression, and comfort with art, and will be led by local Artist Akira Dudley. Children’s creations will be on display at the Peach pARTy at Peach … [Read more...] about Peach pARTy Art Classes — free art classes for kids
Hands-On History Program at Fletcher Park: May Day
The Borden Building at Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is one of the sites for Raleigh Historic Sites' Hands-On History programs. Here is one Hands-On History program coming up at Fletcher Park: May DaySaturday, May 6, 202310 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Celebrate the beginning of summer at Fletcher Park. Learn about the ancient holiday of May Day and its traditions, make … [Read more...] about Hands-On History Program at Fletcher Park: May Day
Arbor Day Celebration in Fuquay-Varina April 28
Celebrate Arbor Day in Fuquay-Varina on Saturday, April 28, 2023, from 4 to 5 p.m., at South Park, 900 South Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC. This event will take place near the outdoor basketball courts. Learn about proper tree-planting techniques. Two trees will be planted at the event. … [Read more...] about Arbor Day Celebration in Fuquay-Varina April 28
Triangle Sci-Tech Expo at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences April 22
Triangle Sci-Tech Expo, at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, is part of North Carolina Science Festival, a month-long, state-wide celebration of science. The Sci-Tech Expo takes place Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is a free, family-friendly event. Presentations Planet Earth on Jones Street10 a.m.Ron Monti, The Osher … [Read more...] about Triangle Sci-Tech Expo at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences April 22
Bee Downtown Hive Tour at Frontier RTP May 12
Frontier RTP has a partnership with Bee Downtown. The honey from the hives has been turned into honey beer at Bombshell Beer Company, Neuse River Brewing, Fullsteam RTP, and into mead at Honeygirl Meadery. On Friday, May 12, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a FREE tour with Bee Downtown. Space is limited and reservations are required. Start at the blue picnic tables in front … [Read more...] about Bee Downtown Hive Tour at Frontier RTP May 12
How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
The League of Women Voters of Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties are presenting a free online event, "How the Court System Works: Hear from Local Judges." The Zoom session takes place Wednesday, April 19th, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Please register here to get access to the session. … [Read more...] about How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
North Carolina Trivia Night at the Raleigh Times Bar
State Archives of North Carolina and the State Library of North Carolina are presenting North Carolina Trivia Night on Wednesday, March 29th, 2023, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Raleigh Times Bar, 14 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC. Think you're an expert on North Carolina history, geography, and culture? Here's your chance to show off your skills in North Carolina Virtual Trivia, brought to you by the … [Read more...] about North Carolina Trivia Night at the Raleigh Times Bar
What Is Critical Race Theory? — presentation at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Durham
St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1200 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a free presentation, "What Is Critical Race Theory?" on Tuesday, February 28th, 2023, at 7 p.m. It's a hot topic in education and politics. But what is Critical Race Theory and how does it affect you? Join St. Paul's for a free presentation by Dr. Ronda Taylor Bullock founder of We Are, a Durham-based … [Read more...] about What Is Critical Race Theory? — presentation at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Durham
