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Last Day: Win 5 tickets to First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival June 3 & 4

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First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival is a Memorial Day Weekend event that will encourage guests to remember and honor those who died in active military service defending our country. It will also be a family event with many fun components that everyone can enjoy, and a great way to kick off the summer. The festival will take place June 3 and 4, 2023, from 3:30 to 10 p.m. both days. These … [Read more...] about Last Day: Win 5 tickets to First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival June 3 & 4

The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering

The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering opening to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that you'd … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering

Free Vertical Farms Pop-Up Tour and Produce Tasting with Freight Farms

Freight Farms is holding a pop-up vertical farm tour at Nanue's Farm, 518 S West Street, Raleigh, NC. It will take place Friday, June 2, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m., and is free to attend. Nanue's Farm is a state-of-the-art vertical hydroponic facility that uses controlled environment agriculture to cultivate non-GMO crops without soil. The farm uses Freight Farms' technology. At this event you … [Read more...] about Free Vertical Farms Pop-Up Tour and Produce Tasting with Freight Farms

Make Music Raleigh June 21 — multiple participatory music events

Make Music Day is a worldwide celebration of music that takes place Wednesday, June 21st, 2023. It’s different than a typical music festival. Make Music Day encourages everyone to join in, so many of the events are participatory. It always takes place on Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. There will be free music performances and music-making events in cities around the world. … [Read more...] about Make Music Raleigh June 21 — multiple participatory music events

Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers Free Weekly Dance

The Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers is a group that has been getting together since 1964. They meet most Wednesday nights from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Carol Woods Retirement Community Fitness Center, Classroom 2, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The dance is open to the public and is FREE to join. You don't need a partner in order to participate. Carol Woods Retirement Home offers … [Read more...] about Durham-Chapel Hill International Folk Dancers Free Weekly Dance

Flight Day at Dorothea Dix Park June 3

Take to the sky at Flight Day at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free event, which is created in partnership with Y Guides YMCA of the Triangle, takes place on the Big Field, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh. Bring kites, homemade flying machines, and model rockets! Kite vendors will be on site too. These food trucks will be on site: You are also welcome … [Read more...] about Flight Day at Dorothea Dix Park June 3

Best Outdoor Toys This Summer

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Summer is almost here, and with it comes the challenge of keeping kids entertained and busy while avoiding breaking the bank. Not to mention cooling down from the inevitable summer heat! Luckily, there are plenty of fun and affordable options for outdoor play that can be enjoyed at home and in the neighborhood. Many of these toys are perfect for bringing to the beach if you're lucky enough to … [Read more...] about Best Outdoor Toys This Summer

1st Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum

The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration with Artist Studio Project are hosting the 1st Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place June 3rd, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages pre-school to seniors. We all … [Read more...] about 1st Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum

Morrisville Field Day June 2

The Town of Morrisville is holding a Field Day on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, 1301 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC. This is a free community event, but registration is required. The event features recreational games, a social and prizes. Kids ages 12+ are welcome to attend with a guardian. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about Morrisville Field Day June 2

Ever After: Fairytales, Food & Flowers June 3

Ever After: Fairytales, Food & Flowers is a free festival on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It takes place at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Go on an epicurean and botanical adventure at Ever After - Fairytales, Food, & Flowers at Fletcher Park! Explore different dessert, artisan, and savory food vendors along with samples and experiences … [Read more...] about Ever After: Fairytales, Food & Flowers June 3