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Big sale on Crocs — 50% off some styles

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Crocs for men, women and children are on sale at Amazon right now. Some styles are discounted at 50% off, or more. The sale could end, or the prices could change, at any time, so we can't guarantee what prices will be available to you when you read this post. This post was written on July 4, 2023. Also, the prices can vary depending on size and pattern, even within the same style Crocs, so … [Read more...] about Big sale on Crocs — 50% off some styles

Boxyard RTP’s 4th Birthday Party

Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating its 4th birthday with a party on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Boxyard RTP’s 4th Birthday Party

First Friday at Sweetwater Apex — live music, vendor market, more…

Enjoy First Friday at Sweetwater Apex, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. This will be a lively evening under the stars, on the lawn, filled with local vendors, live music, wine & beer, and fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and kick back on the all-new event lawn while you browse amazing local goods, sip … [Read more...] about First Friday at Sweetwater Apex — live music, vendor market, more…

NC Trail Days in Elkin June 5-8

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The towns of Elkin and Jonesville, North Carolina, are holding the 5th annual NC Trail Days from June 5 to 8, 2025. This festival celebrates the outdoors, the NC Mountains to Sea Trail, and the local trails in Elkin. Elkin is a 146 miles to the west of Raleigh, in the western Foothills in the Yadkin Valley, perfect for a weekend getaway. Its openness to trails, its friendliness to the people … [Read more...] about NC Trail Days in Elkin June 5-8

Hands-On History Fair in Hillsborough May 31

The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough is presenting a Hands-On History Fair on May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Hillsborough Visitor Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The history fair is free to attend. Meet local preservationists, artisans, and history-minded organizations as they showcase the many ways we keep the past alive—from restored artifacts and … [Read more...] about Hands-On History Fair in Hillsborough May 31

Safety Day for kids at Fenton June 12

Little Fentonians Safety Day is a jam-packed morning of activities designed to teach kids important safety tips while they have fun. It takes place Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Fenton square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend, but register for tickets. Cary PD will be out with their police car, there will be crafts, … [Read more...] about Safety Day for kids at Fenton June 12

Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of Othello in Chapel Hill May 31

Switch Theatre is presenting Shakespeare in the Parks: OTHELLO -- free professional productions around the Triangle in May and June of 2025. The “green-ey’d monster” rears its ugly head in this spring's free-to-the-public, outdoor performance of Shakespeare in the Parks: OTHELLO. This professional production's six-week tour of the Triangle stops in Durham, Raleigh, Cary, Knightdale, Apex, and … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Parks: Free professional productions of Othello in Chapel Hill May 31

Top Things to do in the Triangle in June — big list of events!

The summer is in full swing in June. There are lots of outdoor movies, festivals and much more. Plan the month with this list of the top things to do this June, 2025, 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 … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in June — big list of events!

Hottest Amazon Deals in May — Big discounts on air fryers, smart bird feeders and more…

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Whether you're shopping for a gift or a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of today's deals at 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. Some of the biggest discounts are "Limited Time Only," meaning that they can be here today and gone tomorrow, so the discounts … [Read more...] about Hottest Amazon Deals in May — Big discounts on air fryers, smart bird feeders and more…

Final days for 10% discount on tickets to The Soccer Tournament in Cary — prices go up June 1

The Soccer Tournament returns to Cary, June 4 to 9, 2025 at WakeMed Soccer Park! 48 Men's Teams and 16 Women's Teams will compete for TST Championships and a $1 Million. TST's Global Soccer Festival is fun for the entire family -- you won't want to miss the biggest soccer event of the summer happening right here in Cary! Tickets are on sale now! Use promo code TRIANGLE10 for 10% off! This is … [Read more...] about Final days for 10% discount on tickets to The Soccer Tournament in Cary — prices go up June 1

3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 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, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

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