La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
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Scenic drives for North Carolina fall color — when and where to go
If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North Carolina, where you can experience vibrant fall foliage as part of a stunning landscape. Since so many North Carolinians head toward the mountains for fall colors (for good reason) we reached out to ExploreAsheville.com for advice. They generously shared some … [Read more...] about Scenic drives for North Carolina fall color — when and where to go
Pupalooza at Durham Central Park Oct. 24
Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Pupalooza on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Spend the day enjoying live music, creative activities, local vendors, food and plenty of opportunities to let your pup steal the show. Have your dog wear their favorite costume! … [Read more...] about Pupalooza at Durham Central Park Oct. 24
Trunk or Treat and Community Open House at Carolina Collegiate High School Oct. 30
Carolina Collegiate High School, 100 Capitola Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Trunk or Treat and Community Open House on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat and Community Open House at Carolina Collegiate High School Oct. 30
Hillsborough Classic Film Society: The Producers on Nov. 1
The Hillsborough Classic Film Society is a group that shows classic, foreign and independent films once a month, at 2 p.m. Most screenings are at the Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC. The Passmore Center is next to the Orange County SportsPlex. At each event, an expert speaker will set the background for the film. There is also free popcorn! The events are free to … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Classic Film Society: The Producers on Nov. 1
Zappos just added a bunch of new items to its sale!
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Zappos just added a bunch more shoes to its sale! You'll find many items up to 30% off. The sale includes shoes of all types, clothing and accessories, for women, men and kids. This is a great chance for early holiday shopping before the rush! Shop the whole sale, or check out a few great finds, below! … [Read more...] about Zappos just added a bunch of new items to its sale!
Three-Day Sale at Fanatics — save up to 50% on Hurricanes gear and more
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Cheer on the Hurricanes with some new gear! Fanatics is holding a fall sale with items up to 20% to 50% off. Use code GIFT to get the savings. The sale ends at the end of the day on October 19, 2026, but items might sell out before then. When you shop, some of the discounts will be shown right under the item. Look for the word GIFT. But for other items, it will say "See Price in Cart." We tested … [Read more...] about Three-Day Sale at Fanatics — save up to 50% on Hurricanes gear and more
Nordstrom Rack’s Huge Clearance Event — up to 75% off
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Nordstrom Rack is a go-to spot for savvy shoppers. It features popular brands at a big discount. Right now, Nordstrom Rack is hosting a big clearance sale, with items up to 75% off. Items include mens, women's and kids' clothing and shoes, plus home, beauty, activewear, bags, accessories and more. Just a few of the brands: Free People, Steve Madden, adidas, Marc Jacobs, and Madewell. Shop the … [Read more...] about Nordstrom Rack’s Huge Clearance Event — up to 75% off
Get organized! Huge sale at Container Store — up to 87% off tons of items
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It's always the right time to get organized! But if your resolve has fallen to the wayside, now's the time to try again! Many, many items are 60-80% off at the Container Store. There's no time like the present to sort your photos, organize your kitchen, clean up your closet, or spruce up your laundry room. We've collected up some of the deepest discounts, below. But if you're looking to really … [Read more...] about Get organized! Huge sale at Container Store — up to 87% off tons of items
Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
Meet up to play Amerian Mahjong every Sunday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Hops & Flower, 2014 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina. The free open-play afternoons are currently scheduled for every Sunday through mid-2027. Here's the Facebook event. Make sure to check to see if there are any changes. Attendees must be able to play mahjong unassisted. Please bring your 2026 card and a set … [Read more...] about Free American Mahjong open play at Hops & Flower in Durham on Sundays
