Here is a unique gift idea for sports fans. Playbook takes a team's most iconic moments and depicts them on coasters, mugs, t-shirts, babies' onesies, posters and phone cases. For example, are the coasters with some of the Carolina Hurricanes' greatest plays (well, before this season!) The coaster 4-packs (available in slate or leatherette) depict four different memorable plays of one … [Read more...] about Father’s Day gift idea: Coasters, mugs & t-shirts with your team’s most iconic moments
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Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Join local educator, author, illustrator, and poet JON|O for the celebration of his new children's book, POP: Jazzy's Dreamy Bubbles. The book launch event takes place at Letters Community Bookshop, 1001 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a live reading of the book, fun activities and more. After Jazzy is … [Read more...] about Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Official World Cup Watch Party: USA vs. Paraguay at American Tobacco Campus June 12
Soccer.com and Adidas are hosting an official World Cup watch party on June 12, 2026, when USA takes on Paraguay. This free watch party takes place Friday, June 12, 2026, from 8 to 11 p.m., on the American Tobacco Campus lawn, 300 Blackwell Street, Durham North Carolina. The event is from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. with kickoff at 9 p.m. The watch party includes exclusive giveaways, custom event … [Read more...] about Official World Cup Watch Party: USA vs. Paraguay at American Tobacco Campus June 12
Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series — Josh Branch on June 12
Evenings at O'Kelly is a free live music series that take place at O'Kelly Chapel at For Garden's Sake, 9245 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina. Kick off your weekend with live music, good drinks, and easygoing vibes at O’Kelly Chapel. Each event will feature a performance by a local musician, a featured drink special, and complimentary cheese and charcuterie – all within the relaxed, inviting … [Read more...] about Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series — Josh Branch on June 12
Orange County Juneteenth Celebrations June 12
Orange County, North Carolina, is celebrating Juneteenth in 2026 with two events in Hillsborough, North Carolina. These events are free to attend. Learn about the events. Opening Ceremony Opening Ceremony: Honoring the Fight for FreedomFriday, June 12, 202610 to 11:30 a.m.David Price Farmers' Market150 E Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NCFree (register at above link) Highlights: Evening Block … [Read more...] about Orange County Juneteenth Celebrations June 12
End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool in Chapel Hill June 12
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is hosting an End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool at the Hargraves Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026. This event is for tweens and teens: The party features music, tasty snacks, and of course, lots of splashing. It's FREE but registration is required. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool in Chapel Hill June 12
Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
UPDATE: The May 22 event will take place in the Drakeford Library Complex Performance Space, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, because of the weather. Music Maker Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2026. This series features roots musicians steeped in the diverse traditions of the Carolina Piedmont. The concert series is in honor of Piedmont blues … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
Chipotle: Wear a soccer jersey for a BOGO deal on June 11
On June 11, 2026, wear any soccer jersey at Chipotle and score a buy-one-get-one FREE entrée. The offer is good in-restaurant only, at participating locations.You can order for dine-in or take-out. Kids’ meals do not count as an entrée purchase. The BOGO offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing.(Many locations close at 10 p.m. — with others closing at 9 p.m. or 11 p.m. Check store hours … [Read more...] about Chipotle: Wear a soccer jersey for a BOGO deal on June 11
How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2026
Free, nutritious meals are available to children up to age 18 this summer, through August, 2026. These programs, most of which are funded by the USDA, are available to all kids. There is no income requirement for the meals. The federal program is intended to fill the nutrition gap that can occur when school is not in session. We're listing a few different ways to find the free meal sites. Make … [Read more...] about How to Find Free Summer Meals for Kids in 2026
Sale on women’s apparel at Madewell: up to 73% off
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