The Town of Zebulon is presenting Rock the Block in Downtown Zebulon, the 2nd Friday of the month from August to October, 2024. These free concerts will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on West Horton Street, Zebulon, NC. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music. There will be food trucks and beverage vendors, and craft vendors on site. The band will start at 6:30 p.m. Rock the Block … [Read more...] about Rock the Block Fall Concert Series in Zebulon: Spare Change Oct. 11
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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days — huge savings on Peloton, Apple products, Beats, Barbie, Keurig, much more…
Whether or not you took advantage of Prime Day in July, you have another chance to take advantage of extreme savings on Amazon before the Black Friday / Cyber Monday sales. Amazon is bringing back a very popular shopping event -- Prime Big Deal Days on October 8 and 9, 2024. This is a chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping and get the best deals on the products you've been looking … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days — huge savings on Peloton, Apple products, Beats, Barbie, Keurig, much more…
Lonerider Distillery and Taproom
Lonerider Distillery and Taproom, at 708 Ramseur Street, Durham, NC, is the newest addition to the Lonerider family, and is also a new addition to the Downtown Durham beverage and entertainment scene. You can learn more about Lonerider Distillery and Taproom on their website, and you can keep up on their events on their Facebook page. Here are some of the upcoming events. Lonerider … [Read more...] about Lonerider Distillery and Taproom
Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 10: Hocus Pocus
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting Hocus Pocus at Movies in the Garden on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Tickets $5. Purchase now. The movie will be screened outdoors, in Raleigh Little Theatre's Stephenson Amphitheatre. Seating and food trucks open at 6 p.m. The movie starts at 7 p.m. There will be a costume contest before the movie. After moving to … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 10: Hocus Pocus
Free Community Zumba Classes at Durham Central Park
Glass Jug Beer Lab and YMCA of the Triangle are offering FREE Community Zumba Classes at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. (Right next to the Glass Jug Taproom.) These classes are family-friendly, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. After the class, stop in to the taproom! The Zumba classes are scheduled from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: If … [Read more...] about Free Community Zumba Classes at Durham Central Park
National Night Out event in Wake Forest Oct 7
The Wake Forest Police Department is hosting its National Night Out celebration on Monday, October 7, 2024 (NOT in August), from 5 to 7:30 p.m., in the parking lot of the Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The October date is to take advantage of cooler temperatures. The event will feature: … [Read more...] about National Night Out event in Wake Forest Oct 7
Museum of Life and Science free for Western North Carolina residents displaced by Hurricane Helene
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The exhibits explore a wide range of scientific fields -- physics, zoology, aerospace, weather, sound, and more -- all in a fun, hands-on way. Many Western North … [Read more...] about Museum of Life and Science free for Western North Carolina residents displaced by Hurricane Helene
BYOP: Bring your own pumpkin to a carving party at Local 506
Local 506, at 506 W Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting BYOP: Bring Your Own Pumpkin on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at 4 p.m. There's no cost -- just bring your own pumpkin and Local 506 will supply the rest, including carving tools, Sharpies and stencils. Cider and doughnuts will be available for purchase and there will be drink specials and free popcorn. Look for … [Read more...] about BYOP: Bring your own pumpkin to a carving party at Local 506
Blessing of the Animals at Churches in the Triangle
Many churches invite people to bring their pets for the Blessing of the Animals in early October. This special event has become a much-loved part of the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, which takes place October 4. Saint Francis of Assisi was a Catholic friar in the 12th and 13th centuries who founded the religious order of the Franciscans and who is the patron saint of animals. Blessing of … [Read more...] about Blessing of the Animals at Churches in the Triangle
Taste of Greece in Durham Oct 5-6
A Taste of Greece takes place October 5 and 6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p .m. both days, at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Purchase fabulous, authentic Greek food and scrumptious desserts to enjoy in the festive dining tent, or to take home. The Taverna will feature Greek wines and beer. Vendors will offer: An Attic … [Read more...] about Taste of Greece in Durham Oct 5-6