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2 days: Save extra 20% on Groupons

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  Wednesday, December 19th, and Thursday, December 20th, ,save an extra 20% on a local Groupon. This discount is on top of the discount that Groupon always offers, usually 50%. You can use this promo code three times. This is a good time to look for concert tickets, restaurants, massages, kids' activities, trampoline parks, etc. Promo Code: GIFT. Fine Print: Valid on 1 unit per … [Read more...] about 2 days: Save extra 20% on Groupons

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The Carolina Inn Holiday Market

On three Sundays in December: December 2nd, 16th, and 23rd, 2018, The Carolina Inn, 211 Pittsboro Street, on the UNC Campus in Chapel Hill, will host a Holiday Market from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission and parking are both free. Shop from a wide variety of vendors. There will also be food and drink available for purchase, including fried dough, donuts, caramel apples, soft pretzels, pulled … [Read more...] about The Carolina Inn Holiday Market

Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale: register to consign now

  Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale, which takes place February 8-11, 2019, has been voted the best in the Triangle and top 10 in the U.S.A. You'll find it at Cary Towne Center, in the 92,000 square feet of the former Sears store at 1105 Walnut Street, Cary. Sign up to volunteer or consign and you can shop even earlier than the 8th. Read about the special hours for volunteers … [Read more...] about Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale: register to consign now

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50+ Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2018

Shop for gifts at these 2018 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a large and growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more. We're including write-ups of some highly anticipated holiday markets, but please scroll down for a big day-by-day list that's growing every day. Know of more that should be on this list? Please … [Read more...] about 50+ Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2018

Durham Art Walk Holiday Market

  Shop for holiday gifts and art for yourself at Durham Art Walk Holiday Market on Saturday, November 17th, 2018, and Sunday, November 18th. The event features tons of artists, as well as live music and some special features. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Check back soon for a map to find all the locations. Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St, is a good … [Read more...] about Durham Art Walk Holiday Market

Low Fare Art Fair

Low Fare Art Fair will feature the work of 10-12 artists, all selling their work for $50 or less. Most of the work will be in the $10-$25 range. The event takes place on Saturday, December 15th, 2018, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Shadowbox Studio, 2200 Dominion Street, Durham. Admission is free and so is the parking.  There will be free beverages. With every purchase you make you get a … [Read more...] about Low Fare Art Fair

60 gift card bonus offers for 2018

Once again, gift cards are at the top of many people's wish list this holiday season. Gift cards are always an efficient and convenient way to check off your holiday shopping list. Best of all, it pays to give gift cards because of all the bonus offers this time of year.   Most of the gift cards must be purchased by December 31, in order to receive the bonus -- some promos end … [Read more...] about 60 gift card bonus offers for 2018

The Patchwork Holiday Market at Durham Armory–120 vendors

The Patchwork Market is a monthly market in Durham that features makers and vintage vendors. It takes place monthly at Fullsteam Brewery, 726 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham. Two large seasonal markets are held at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham. Find information on their upcoming markets on The Patchwork Market's Facebook page. Saturday, September 1st, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Fullsteam … [Read more...] about The Patchwork Holiday Market at Durham Armory–120 vendors

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2nd Sundays: Downtown Cary Food and Flea

The Downtown Cary Food & Flea is a monthly crafters market that features local food trucks, local craft beer, vintage, art, crafts, edible goods, music and more. It takes place the second Sunday of the month, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Fidelity Bank Plaza, 100 W. Chatham Street, in Cary. The event features local crafters & artists, local food artisans, vintage finds, local craft … [Read more...] about 2nd Sundays: Downtown Cary Food and Flea

Pittsboro First Sunday Artisan Fair

The first Sunday of the month from April to December, head to downtown Pittsboro, 9 Hillsboro Street, for Pittsboro First Sunday. From 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. downtown Pittsboro hosts the First Sunday Artisan Market, featuring: Live music Food trucks Art Jewelry Textiles Woodwork Soaps Pottery More There is a designated play area for children in the parking lot across … [Read more...] about Pittsboro First Sunday Artisan Fair

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