Although events and activities with Durham Parks and Recreation have been canceled, and recreation center and pools have been closed, all the parks remain open. Only the City lakes, Little River and Lake Michie, are closed. Playgrounds and restrooms are now closed, but you can still take a brief "sunshine break." Make sure to give people that six-foot bubble of space. Group games like … [Read more...] about 8 fun things you can still do at Durham Parks & Recreation parks
Sports
Ken Burns makes his “Baseball” documentary mini-series available to stream for free
The opening of baseball season will be delayed this year — but here’s a little something to satisfy those spring dreams. Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns announced on Twitter that he has arranged for PBS to make his documentary miniseries Baseball available for FREE streaming. "Baseball" was Burns’ ninth documentary, and it won the 1995 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding … [Read more...] about Ken Burns makes his “Baseball” documentary mini-series available to stream for free
Tennis for Life: Free tennis lessons for breast cancer survivors in Raleigh and Cary
UPDATE: Several weeks of Tennis for Life have been canceled. We'll update when we hear that they're happening again. Tennis for Life provides FREE tennis lessons and court time to breast cancer survivors. It's an active support group for both breast cancer patients and survivors. No tennis experience is required. The program takes place most Sundays, at two locations, and includes one … [Read more...] about Tennis for Life: Free tennis lessons for breast cancer survivors in Raleigh and Cary
Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Check out the new pump track at Martin Luther King Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, Carrboro. Join members of the Carrboro Police Department on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and ride the track with them. The officers will be promoting bicycle safety and riding the track with participants. This is a free event. The event will be rescheduled if the track is … [Read more...] about Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Triangle Formation + Friends Ice Show and U.S. National Championship Send Off
The Triangle Formation Synchronized Ice Skating team will host the Triangle Formation + Friends Ice Show and U.S. Nationals Send Off on Saturday, February 22, 2020, from 9:15-10:15 a.m. at Polar Ice House at The Factory, 1839 S Main Street, Wake Forest. This is a free event. Enjoy fabulous skating from the Triangle Figure Skating Club members and the four Triangle Formation Synchronized Ice … [Read more...] about Triangle Formation + Friends Ice Show and U.S. National Championship Send Off
Family Fishing Fiesta at Jordan Lake State Park
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and Jordan Lake State Park present Family Fishing Fiesta on Sunday, April 19th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jordan Lake State Park, White Oak Recreation Center, on White Oak Beach Road in Apex. This free event will give families a chance to enjoy bank fishing, plus a bunch of hands-on activities. You don't need a fishing license to fish at this … [Read more...] about Family Fishing Fiesta at Jordan Lake State Park
Wildlife Expo: Free family event
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day with a free family event, Wildlife Expo, on Saturday, September 28th, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Wildlife Club, 3616 Hopson Road, Morrisville. The event will feature these activities and demos: Air Rifle Range Fishing Archery Range Hunting Dogs Demo Wildlife Health Game … [Read more...] about Wildlife Expo: Free family event
C.A.S.T.: Free weekly fishing program for kids at Jordan Lake
C.A.S.T. (Catch a Sure Thing) is a free program designed for kids with little or no fishing experience. Meet at the visitor center of Jordan Lake State Recreation area, 280 State Park Road, Apex. It's held every Sunday from April 14th to August 25th, 2019, with the exceptions of May 26th, June 30th, and July 7th. The programs take place 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Call the park office at 919 … [Read more...] about C.A.S.T.: Free weekly fishing program for kids at Jordan Lake
Bull City Roller Derby is hosting its first home bout, and it’s free for spectators
Bull City Roller Derby is a community of skaters establishing Durham's first ever roller derby league. They've started from scratch, and welcome new athletes. They're open to women-identified, non-binary, and gender non-conforming skaters and potential skaters. That's right--even if you can't skate yet, you can still work with them. They teach basic skating skills, … [Read more...] about Bull City Roller Derby is hosting its first home bout, and it’s free for spectators
Save 54% on Durham Bull Thursday games
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Right now, save 54% on terrace view tickets to any Thursday night home game (April 11 through August 22) of the Durham Bulls. Pay just $6 for a ticket. Fine print: Promotional value expires Aug 22, 2019. Amount paid never expires. Refundable only on day of purchase. Limit 8/person. Call 919.956.BULL (2855) to redeem your voucher in advance, or redeem on day of game for a ticket at the … [Read more...] about Save 54% on Durham Bull Thursday games
