The Boulder Garden, at 328 Roney Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a new bouldering gym that combines bouldering, art, community building and environmental activism. The gym includes over 2,000 square feet of climbing terrain, a top-out section and outdoor event space. The Boulder Garden is celebrating its grand opening with Garden Solstice on Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to … [Read more...] about The Boulder Garden Grand Opening — The Garden Solstice
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Where to ski in North Carolina — roundup of all the ski resorts
Where to Ski in North Carolina There are six ski resorts in Western North Carolina. Three of them are clustered in the northern part of the North Carolina mountains, near Boone: Sugar Mountain Resort, Appalachian Ski Mtn., and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. Hatley Pointe (formerly Wolf Ridge) is in Mars Hill, near Asheville. Cataloochee Ski Area is in Maggie Valley, near Cherokee, Waynesville, … [Read more...] about Where to ski in North Carolina — roundup of all the ski resorts
Big Sale on Amazon for sports and fitness equipment, including big discounts on electric bikes
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If you plan to get more active or try a new sport in 2025, or you have an athlete on your gift list, you will want to check out this list of special sports and fitness deals from Amazon. Whether you want to exercise from the comfort of your own home, or hit the trails, you will save money shopping from this list. Right now, everything from stationary bikes to pickleball equipment is on … [Read more...] about Big Sale on Amazon for sports and fitness equipment, including big discounts on electric bikes
The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 23
This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink, and enjoy some pretty great skyline views too! Enjoy: The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 23, 2024, to January 20, 2025. See specific days below. The cost is $15, and that includes … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating returns Nov. 23
Get 2 Bojangles Sausage Biscuits for $1 on Nov. 16 because UNC scored 100 points
When the Tar Heels score at least 100 points in a regular season home game, there is a benefit for hungry fans! Get two Sausage Biscuits for $1 at participating Bojangles restaurants in North Carolina the next day. UNC scored beat American Eagles 107-55 at home on Friday, November 15, 2024, so the deal is in effect Saturday, November 16. Better call ahead to make sure your location is … [Read more...] about Get 2 Bojangles Sausage Biscuits for $1 on Nov. 16 because UNC scored 100 points
Free: International Tennis Carnival in Carrboro Oct. 13
The Town of Carrboro's Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources and the Durham Orange Community Tennis Association are hosting the International Tennis Carnival. It takes place on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Wilson Park Tennis Courts, 301 Williams Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This is a free event for ages 5 and up, both kids and adults. No registration is … [Read more...] about Free: International Tennis Carnival in Carrboro Oct. 13
Play Ball Durham: Free Baseball Clinic for Kids at DBAP Oct. 10
Major League Baseball, USA Baseball and the Durham Bulls are offering Play Ball Durham, a FREE introductory baseball clinic for kids ages 4-12. The clinic is on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 6 p.m. (check-in at 5:30 p.m.), at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. No prior experience in baseball is required, and kids don't need any baseball … [Read more...] about Play Ball Durham: Free Baseball Clinic for Kids at DBAP Oct. 10
Duke Homestead Vintage Baseball Game on Sept. 28 will feature historic uniforms and rules
Duke Homestead State Historic Site is hosting Vintage Base Ball Day at Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 West Corporation Street, Durham, on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 11 a.m. In these games, four teams will play a total of six games, with the first one starting at 11 a.m. The Duke Homestead team will play the Statesmen from Wytheville, VA, the Mountain Stars from Addison, PA, and the … [Read more...] about Duke Homestead Vintage Baseball Game on Sept. 28 will feature historic uniforms and rules
Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 28
Asia Fest is returning for 2024. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary. Tickets are $10 ($8 early bird), and free for those 12 and under, or age 65 and older. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 28
An Afternoon in the Park at West Point on the Eno Sept. 14: field games, music, fishing, tours, more…
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting An Afternoon in the Park at West Point on the Eno, 5101 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event for all ages. No registration is required. Activities include: … [Read more...] about An Afternoon in the Park at West Point on the Eno Sept. 14: field games, music, fishing, tours, more…
