The MAKRS Society is presenting its 4th Annual MAKRS Holiday Fest on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fayetteville Street in Raleigh, North Carolina. Shop from 150+ local vendors for the perfect holiday presents. It's free to attend. There will also be a food truck rodeo, live music, and many activities. Also, there will be a wrestling rink, where Santa and the … [Read more...] about MAKRS Holiday Fest 2024: shop from local artisans, watch Santa & the Grinch wrestle, more…
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Kids can try volleyball for free through USA Volleyball national program
USA Volleyball is launching Try Volleyball for Free, a national program for kids in grades 1-8. This is a fun, low-pressure way for kids to try out the sport. Local volleyball clubs and sports organizations across the United States are hosting free clinics. Kids should wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle. No other equipment is necessary. To see if there's a … [Read more...] about Kids can try volleyball for free through USA Volleyball national program
3rd Annual Juried Fine Arts Show at The Sutherland in Wake Forest
The Sutherland Gardens and Estate, at 13371 Wake Union Church Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Juried Fine Arts Show on Saturday, August 17, 2024, and Sunday, August 18. The art show will be open rain or shine, as there are both indoor and outdoor booths. Enjoy art, live music by NC Songwriters, and food trucks. Food Trucks: The event is free to attend. … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Juried Fine Arts Show at The Sutherland in Wake Forest
Back to School Bash at Greater Love Church — free food, backpacks and dental care
Greater Love Church, at 2421 Timber Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m. At this free event, there will be free food, free bookbags and school supplies, and free dental screenings. … [Read more...] about Back to School Bash at Greater Love Church — free food, backpacks and dental care
Welcome Back to Campus Reggae Jam at Ruckus Pizza Mission Valley Aug 17
Ruckus Pizza Raleigh is hosting a Welcome Back to Campus event at their Mission Valley location, 2233 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. This free parking lot party will celebrate Ruckus Pizza's 25th anniversary, as well as welcome the students back to campus, and will also benefit Raising a Ruckus, a 501(c)(3) organization. The … [Read more...] about Welcome Back to Campus Reggae Jam at Ruckus Pizza Mission Valley Aug 17
Back to School Community Day at Raleigh Boys Club: free haircuts, school supplies, more…
Raleigh Boys Club, at 605 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its 15th Annual Back to School Community Day on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature: The event is presented by LeVelle Moton and PJ Tucker. … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Day at Raleigh Boys Club: free haircuts, school supplies, more…
Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead State Historic Site Aug 17
Duke Homestead State Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Road in Durham, is hosting Brightleaf Harvest Day on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. The festival celebrates North Carolina's farming culture and history. Watch as tobacco is harvested out of the field, and see the process of tobacco looping. Visitors can try their hand at these activities, or … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead State Historic Site Aug 17
Free event at Kidzu Children’s Museum: Nocturnal Nature Garden Party August 16
Kidzu Children's Museum, at 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a free Garden Party on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This party is in celebration of International Bat Night. At Nocturnal Nature Garden Party, learn about what happens in the natural world after you go to bed. Make a beautiful lantern to light up the night, explore nocturnal animals, … [Read more...] about Free event at Kidzu Children’s Museum: Nocturnal Nature Garden Party August 16
Project CATCH Back to School Bash
Project CATCH is hosting a Back to School Bash at The Salvation Army of Wake County, 1300 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh, NC, on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This outreach event will be hosted by Project CATCH in collaboration with The Division of Child Development and Early Learning. Project CATCH will supply book bags with age-appropriate school supplies for children in Wake … [Read more...] about Project CATCH Back to School Bash
Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro
Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro, at 120 Lowes Drive #100, is a frequent host for live music and other events. Below are some of the upcoming events, but you can visit their Facebook page or website calendar for a full list. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro