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STRIDES: Seeking paid participants for survey

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STRIDES Study is currently recruiting adults over the age of 18 to complete a brief health survey (approximately 20 minutes). Participants will receive a $35 gift card for completing the survey. Visit this link to see if you're eligible. This study aims to understand the health service experiences of Black/African American adults in Durham County and is being conducted by RTI International. … [Read more...] about STRIDES: Seeking paid participants for survey

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Health and fitness

Sensory-friendly and adaptive play events in the Triangle: movies, museums, more…

More opportunities are popping up around the Triangle for children with special needs to experience popular attractions in a calmer, quieter environment. Several museums and recreation centers hold regularly scheduled before-hours or after-hours sensory-friendly or adaptive play times during which children with special needs and their families can enjoy time together, away from the crowds. Some … [Read more...] about Sensory-friendly and adaptive play events in the Triangle: movies, museums, more…

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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has declared February 24, 2025, as National Steakburger Day! And they're celebrating with a big deal for burger lovers. The restaurant’s namesake Freddy Simon would have turned 100 on Feb. 24, 2025. To celebrate its famous steakburgers and commemorate Freddy’s 100th birthday, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is offering its famous … [Read more...] about Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24

Carrboro’s Black History Month Events, including puppet show by Jeghetto

The Town of Carrboro has some events planned for Black History Month in the month of February, 2024. All are either free or very low-priced and there are events for all ages. These events take place the Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, unless otherwise specified. You can see all of Carrboro's Black History Month events here. Make sure to follow that link for all … [Read more...] about Carrboro’s Black History Month Events, including puppet show by Jeghetto

Free Comedy Improv show in the style of 16th century Italian Commedia dell’ Arte Feb 23

As part of the celebration of International Commedia dell' Arte Day, sponsored by UNESCO, the commedia troupe i Firenzi presents a free comedy improv show in the style of Italian Commedia dell' Arte. The performance takes place Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Academy Pavillion at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The troupe presents an … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Improv show in the style of 16th century Italian Commedia dell’ Arte Feb 23

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Comedy · Theatre

11 National Margarita Day deals in the Triangle – Feb. 22

National Margarita Day is Saturday, February 22, 2025. Every year we list the margarita specials throughout the region.  Unless otherwise specified, these deals are for February 22. We love adding deals from local businesses, so please send them along to info@triangleonthecheap.com. National Margarita Day Deals in the Triangle for 2025 Bad Daddy's Burger Bar Bad Daddy's Burger … [Read more...] about 11 National Margarita Day deals in the Triangle – Feb. 22

Black History Events at DoubleTree by Hilton Feb. 23

On February 23, 2025, celebrate Black History Month with two events at DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown, 2805 Highwoods Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on to learn about everything going on. Black Market Expo Black History Month Pop-Up Shop Vendor Market takes place Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend and features Black-owned businesses, food trucks and … [Read more...] about Black History Events at DoubleTree by Hilton Feb. 23

Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 22 — free books!

Book Harvest is hosting a Black History Month Celebration on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Book Harvest's Family Space, 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This FREE event will feature: Book Harvest will be sharing the books, "Alma's Art" and "There Was a Party for Langston." … [Read more...] about Black History Month Celebration with Book Harvest Feb. 22 — free books!

For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22

Raleigh Downtown and NC Throwdown are presented For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at 227 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina (next to the NC State Capitol.) This free event is in celebration of Black History Month and will showcase some of the best Black-owned food trucks, as well as Black artisans and vendors. This will be a day of … [Read more...] about For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22

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