The summer is in full swing in June. There are lots of outdoor movies, festivals and much more. Plan June with this list of the top things to do this June in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. We're highlighting several events this month. But then, scroll down for our huge calendar of things to do in the Triangle in May. This calendar will be updated all the time. Every … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in June — big list of events!
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Huge List of Resources for Kids in the Triangle
If you're a parent or teacher, and looking for things to do with kids in the Triangle, you have a lot to choose from, and you can find it all on Triangle on the Cheap! Click on the buttons below for content that will help you keep kids engaged, happy and busy throughout the Triangle. Seasonal content gets updated every year (so it might temporarily show information for last year), and daily … [Read more...] about Huge List of Resources for Kids in the Triangle
Anniversary Celebration Weekend at Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway April 20-21
Triangle Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is celebrating two milestones during their 2024 season. It's been 40 years since the first train ride for visitors, and 120 years since William Roscoe Bonsal built the New Hope Valley Railroad Company. So the celebration weekend, on April 20 and 21, 2024, is called the 40/120 Anniversary … [Read more...] about Anniversary Celebration Weekend at Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway April 20-21
10 Earth Day Crafts for Kids
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Earth Day is on April 22nd, but you can celebrate all month (or year!) with these fun Earth Day crafts for kids. You don't need any special materials for most of these, or any expensive equipment. Have fun with these simple projects and feel free to make any modifications to the instructions! The fun part for kids is the process, more so than the results, so don't worry if the end product … [Read more...] about 10 Earth Day Crafts for Kids
Earth Day celebrations in the Triangle
This year marks the 54th anniversary of Earth Day. There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day in the Triangle in 2024, including festivals, tree giveaways, and much more. Keep reading for a list of Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations. We'll add more as they're announced. History of Earth Day In early 1969, there was a huge oil spill near Santa Barbara, California, dumping around 100,000 … [Read more...] about Earth Day celebrations in the Triangle
Spring Thing at Southern Village Green
Spring Thing is a free festival at Southern Village Green, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. It's presented by Cross Trail Community Church. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Spring Thing at Southern Village Green
What should you do with your eclipse glasses? Here’s how to donate them for use at a future eclipse
Now that the solar eclipse is over, what should do with your eclipse glasses? There are opportunities to donate them so that people, especially children, in other parts of the world can safely observe eclipses in the future. There won't be another solar eclipse (partial or total) visible from North Carolina until May 11, 2078, and eclipse glasses are only meant to be used for a few years, so … [Read more...] about What should you do with your eclipse glasses? Here’s how to donate them for use at a future eclipse
Watching the April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse from the Triangle — everything you need to know
On April 8, 2024, a rare solar eclipse will occur across all U.S. states (excluding Alaska and Hawaii). A total of 13 states will witness a "total solar eclipse." In a total eclipse, the moon blocks 100% of the sun for a few minutes, creating a ring-like aura from the sun's outer atmosphere and a darkened sky similar to twilight. The remaining states (including North Carolina) will experience … [Read more...] about Watching the April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse from the Triangle — everything you need to know
Where to buy Solar Eclipse Glasses
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With the approaching solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, you'll want a way to safely observe the phenomenon. Looking directly at the sun will instantly and permanently damage your eyes, and regular sunglasses won't provide projection. The simplest way is to purchase solar eclipse glasses. They are widely available, but also are likely to sell out. They did leading up to the total solar eclipse of … [Read more...] about Where to buy Solar Eclipse Glasses
Updated Again! Hottest Amazon Deals in March: Electric lawnmower, Breville Espresso Machine, Waterpick, more…
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Whether you're shopping for a gift, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at the current sale page on Amazon. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently. Many of these are labeled "Limited Time deal," so we can't promise that the deep discounts will be active when you see them. We'll be … [Read more...] about Updated Again! Hottest Amazon Deals in March: Electric lawnmower, Breville Espresso Machine, Waterpick, more…
