Cary Downtown Farmers Market, 160 E Park Street, next to the Downtown Cary Park, is open on Saturday mornings: It features items grown or produced within a 100-mile radius of the market. Start your Saturday morning shopping at Cary Downtown Farmers Market for locally grown vegetables and fruit, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, herbs, sea-food, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, … [Read more...] about Farmers Fall Festival in Cary Sept. 20
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The Carrboro Really Really Free Market Sept. 6
The Carrboro Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like. A market where people bring what they want to give, and take what they find useful. Nothing is bought, sold or bartered for. You might find toys, books, clothing, DVDs, cupcakes.... It takes the first Saturday of the month at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit … [Read more...] about The Carrboro Really Really Free Market Sept. 6
Stargazing from The Willard Rooftop Lounge events Oct. 15
The Willard Rooftop Lounge, on the top of AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown, at 9 Glenwood Avenue, offers craft cocktails, beer wine, little and bigger bites, and a stunning view of Downtown Raleigh. It hosts events on its rooftop. You can see the upcoming events on its website and Facebook page. Here are some... Swift Night Out at The WillardWednesday, September 17, 20255:45 to 8 p.m.Free to … [Read more...] about Stargazing from The Willard Rooftop Lounge events Oct. 15
Family Reunion presented by the John Wall Family Foundation — free school supplies and more Aug. 9
The John Wall Family Foundation is hosting the 2025 Family Reunion on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend but you need to sign up your child here. This is a FREE event with games, music, giveaways and more. The first 500 school-age children, accompanied by an adult, will receive a free book … [Read more...] about Family Reunion presented by the John Wall Family Foundation — free school supplies and more Aug. 9
National Night Out Celebrations in the Triangle
National Night Out is a national community-building event that takes place the first Tuesday in August. (Although not all the National Night Out events happen that day.) National Night Out started in 1984, and now takes place in 16,000 communities. Events are held all over the country to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement. At National Night Out events, you'll … [Read more...] about National Night Out Celebrations in the Triangle
Rare, huge, smelly Corpse Flower blooming now at Juniper Level Botanic Garden (come and smell it!)
Titan Arums (Amorphophallus titanum), also known as corpse flowers, are rare plants, native only to the jungles of Sumatra. They are notable because of their size -- they can grow to be ten feet tall -- and because when they bloom, which they only do every few years, just a couple times in their lifetime, they emit an extremely strong smell. It’s been compared with rotting meat. You know what … [Read more...] about Rare, huge, smelly Corpse Flower blooming now at Juniper Level Botanic Garden (come and smell it!)
Free baseball clinic for kids: All American Women’s Baseball Classic PLAY BALL Event Aug. 1
Boys and girls ages 5-12 are invited to an All American Women’s Baseball Classic PLAY BALL Event on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a FREE event, but registration is required. Participants don't need to bring anything. All equipment will be provided. USA Baseball Women's National Team will … [Read more...] about Free baseball clinic for kids: All American Women’s Baseball Classic PLAY BALL Event Aug. 1
The Games Show: A Stand-Up Comedy Game Show at The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop in Garner, and more…
The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, at 1350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 170, Garner, North Carolina, hosts many free events every week. You can find the events on their website calendar and Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Beerded Lady Book ClubThe last Sunday of every month (scheduled through 2025)2 to 4 p.m.Free Check the above Facebook link each month for … [Read more...] about The Games Show: A Stand-Up Comedy Game Show at The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop in Garner, and more…
Fuquay-Varina Pride Celebration June 28
Fuquay-Varina Pride is presenting a celebration on June 28, 2025, as well as several other events that day. Read on to learn about each event. Fuquay-Varina Pride Fuquay-Varina Pride Story TimeSaturday, June 28, 20259:30 to 10 a.m.Falcon Park105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NCFree The Strut: Fuquay-Varina PrideSaturday, June 28, 202510 to 11 a.m.Falcon Park105 Falcon Drive, … [Read more...] about Fuquay-Varina Pride Celebration June 28
Durham Refugee Day Festival June 21
Durham Refugee Day is a community-wide event that celebrates the contributions and cultures of our refugee and immigrant neighbors. This is a free family-friendly festival with live music, community education booths, activities for kids and food vendors from around the world. Durham Refugee Day takes place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Durham … [Read more...] about Durham Refugee Day Festival June 21
