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Walmart offering Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner for less than $4 per person

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Walmart is offering many Thanksgiving and Christmas staples to help you put together a festive meal for under $4 a person. It’s time get the shopping list ready for Thanksgiving 2025! The holiday feast can be expensive for many families. That’s why bargain hunters are quick to gobble up any savings or deals they can find on all of the meal’s essentials — including mashed potatoes, stuffing, … [Read more...] about Walmart offering Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner for less than $4 per person

Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22

The Choral Society of Durham shares beautiful, meaningful choral music with the community. Check out the the group's list of concerts this season. The Choral Society of Durham is presenting a Messiah Sing-Along on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 215 N Church Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. All are welcome to come and … [Read more...] about Messiah Sing-Along with Choral Society of Durham Nov. 22

Veterans Celebration at John Chavis Memorial Park Nov. 8

The City of Raleigh is hosting a Veterans Day celebration at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, on Saturday, November 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments (while supplies last), connect with local resources, and take part in honoring the incredible veterans whose service and sacrifice have shaped our community throughout history. … [Read more...] about Veterans Celebration at John Chavis Memorial Park Nov. 8

Fool’s Fair Renaissance Festival at Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm on Nov. 8

Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm is located at 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane, North Carolina. Enjoy the natural setting of the native plant gardens, seasonal blooms, and a 22-hole disc golf course. Events for both the Pluck Farm and Carrboro locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Carrboro location here. Read on for events at Steel String Pluck Farm. Upcoming … [Read more...] about Fool’s Fair Renaissance Festival at Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm on Nov. 8

9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8

The 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day takes place Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Holly Springs Law Enforcement Center, 750 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This community resource fair features therapeutic providers such at occupational therapists, speech therapists, ABA practices, Autism Society of NC, TEACCH, Alliance Health, … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Autism Acceptance Day in Holly Springs Nov. 8

Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle

Lune Spark Center of Creativity, at 146 West Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs, North Carolina, is hosting a weekly improv show, Funniest Person in the Triangle. Think you’re funny? Prove it! Join us every week through November at Lune Spark for Funniest Person in the Triangle, a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud improv comedy showdown where local comedians and audience members go head-to-head for gift … [Read more...] about Free weekly improv comedy: Funniest Person in the Triangle

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Person Street Plaza Block Party with Raleigh City Farm Nov. 8

Raleigh City Farm is hosting Person Street Plaza Block Party on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Person Street Plaza is at North Person Street and East Franklin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy: Music by: … [Read more...] about Person Street Plaza Block Party with Raleigh City Farm Nov. 8

Story Time at the State Capitol Nov. 8

Join the Capitol, 1 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, November 8, 2025, as historians read children’s books about the state’s Revolutionary history. Staff from the North Carolina Historical Research and Publications Office will read: Both books will be available for purchase. Readings will take place in the Capitol at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. This … [Read more...] about Story Time at the State Capitol Nov. 8

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids · Learning

Get $15 in free groceries from Durham Co-op on Nov. 8 (learn how here!)

If you live in (or visit) the Durham area and you like freebies, you need to learn about Bull City Freebie Society! (BCFS) BCFS organizes "freebie drops" with local businesses. If you sign up for BCFS you'll receive an email and/or text a few days before the drop, letting you know about it. It's free to join Bull City Freebie Society. Then, you just show up on the date and time, show the … [Read more...] about Get $15 in free groceries from Durham Co-op on Nov. 8 (learn how here!)

Family Fun Day at City of Raleigh Museum Nov. 8

City of Raleigh Museum's mission is to "Preserve Raleigh's Past for the Future." It debuted its first exhibit in 1993, and operated as a nonprofit until 2012, when the City of Raleigh assumed operational control. It's supported by the nonprofit Friends of the COR Museum. It's at 220 Fayetteville Street, in the 1874 Briggs Building in historic downtown Raleigh. Admission is free, although a … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day at City of Raleigh Museum Nov. 8

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