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Freebie: Live Online Budgeting Class

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We're teaming up with our friends Dan and Kay, who are financial coaches over at Centsei, to share the news about this FREE class on money: Dan and Kay are saving a FREE seat for you for this class they're hosting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 8 p.m. Register for free. They are going over the proven framework that takes the guesswork out of getting ahead and actually saving money … [Read more...] about Freebie: Live Online Budgeting Class

Green Corn Blue Moon Full Moon Hike at West Point on the Eno (and more)

West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Several historic buildings are available to tour, including: The historic buildings are open and free … [Read more...] about Green Corn Blue Moon Full Moon Hike at West Point on the Eno (and more)

Moth Madness, with New Hope Bird Alliance

Learn about moths at Moth Madness, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 8 to 11 p.m., at Pritchard Park, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. At this outdoor event, David George, science educator and co-author of the Moths of North Carolina website, will lead a nighttime celebrations of moths. The event features games, … [Read more...] about Moth Madness, with New Hope Bird Alliance

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Animals · Kids · Learning

4th of July Reading at Stagville

Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about 4th of July Reading at Stagville

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National Camera Day at Fletcher Park: Make a pinhole camera (plus photo opportunities)

Celebrate National Camera Day on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at this Hands-on-History event at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At this free event you can: … [Read more...] about National Camera Day at Fletcher Park: Make a pinhole camera (plus photo opportunities)

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Art · Kids · Learning

Historic Oak County Park: children’s book readings and crafts

Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, is free to visit. The park is a 19th-century historic farmstead, with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. Several goats live at Historic Oak View County Park, which makes it a unique destination in Wake County. Historic Oak View … [Read more...] about Historic Oak County Park: children’s book readings and crafts

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids · Learning · Outdoors

Historic Yates Mill County Park: Guided hikes, stories for kids, history programs, more…

Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Historic Yates Mill County Park: Guided hikes, stories for kids, history programs, more…

Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 21-23

Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 21 to 23, 2024. Admission is … [Read more...] about Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 21-23

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Festival · Kids · Learning

Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19

The North Carolina Public Defender's Association and the NCCU School of Law Social Justice and Racial Equity Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU New Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. RSVP here. Guest … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19

Amateur Radio Kids Day at Wendell Museum June 15

AARL Amateur Radio Kids Day takes place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Wendell Museum, 122 W Second Street, Wendell, North Carolina. Admission is free. Amateur Radio Kids Day is a worldwide event. Kids can operate an amateur radio station and talk to other kids around the world over a ham radio. … [Read more...] about Amateur Radio Kids Day at Wendell Museum June 15

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