Travails & Triumphs: Celebrating Black History Month is a free event on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Dennis A. Wicker Civic and Conference Center, 1801 Nash Street, Sanford, North Carolina. Explore the rich history of African Americans in Lee County and its surroundings since 1740. This event is presented by Alliance of Black Leaders and Educators, Heart … [Read more...] about Travails & Triumphs: Celebrating Black History Month in Sanford
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Flowing Melodies: Lunar New Year Performance at Chapel Hill Public Library
Flowing Melodies Chinese Music Ensemble is performing at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 11 a.m. This is a free performance for the Lunar New Year. They'll perform the 21-string zither (guzheng), the lute (pipa), and the 7-string zither (guqin). From ancient tunes to modern songs, they'll weave together the … [Read more...] about Flowing Melodies: Lunar New Year Performance at Chapel Hill Public Library
UNC Kappa Delta Shamrock ‘n Run 5K and Shamrock Kickoff Pasta Dinner
Kappa Delta at UNC-Chapel Hill is planning their annual Shamrock 'n Run 5K on February 24, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. This is the 31st year for this race. It costs $25 for students and $30 for non-students. Register here. Proceeds of the race benefit the prevention of child abuse. Durham Center for Child and Family Health receives 80% of the proceeds. The race starts at the Kappa Delta House, … [Read more...] about UNC Kappa Delta Shamrock ‘n Run 5K and Shamrock Kickoff Pasta Dinner
Music Bingo at West 94th Street Pub in Durham
Challenge Entertainment is presenting SINGO Music Bingo Nights at West 94th Street Pub, 4711 Hope Valley Road, #6C, Durham, North Carolina. These free events take place every Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m., scheduled through May 4, 2024. There will be multiple opportunities to win house cash courtesy of West 94th Street Pub. … [Read more...] about Music Bingo at West 94th Street Pub in Durham
SINGO Music Bingo Nights at Proximity Brewing in Durham
Proximity Brewing Company, 491 S Drive Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Challenge Entertainment's SINGO Music Bingo Nights on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. The event is currently scheduled through July 2, 2024. It's free to play! Each night, the host will play 150 of the best hits in the music business, all 30-second music clips, and you'll have multiple opportunities to win house cash … [Read more...] about SINGO Music Bingo Nights at Proximity Brewing in Durham
Acme Food & Beverage Co. Celebrates 26th Anniversary with $10 Brunch Entrées all Month
Acme Food & Beverage Co., at 110 E Main Street, Carrboro, NC, is celebrating its 26th anniversary this month. To celebrate, it's rolling back prices. For the entire month of February, 2024, each Sunday Brunch entrée will be just $10, the price it was when they opened in 1998. You can see its Sunday Brunch menu here. Brunch hours on Sundays are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. … [Read more...] about Acme Food & Beverage Co. Celebrates 26th Anniversary with $10 Brunch Entrées all Month
Krispy Kreme gives away free doughnuts on Random Acts of Kindness Day, Feb. 17
February 17, 2024, is Random Act of Kindness Day. Krispy Kreme is celebrating by giving customers a free Original Glazed Doughnut. No purchase necessary. The giveaway is available in shops or by ordering online for pick-up. Use promo code KINDNESS. It's not available for delivery. Limit one free doughnut per person. Krispy Kreme locations in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme gives away free doughnuts on Random Acts of Kindness Day, Feb. 17
Visiting Raleigh by Train — top attractions in Raleigh for train travelers
If you're planning a trip to Raleigh, going by train is simpler than you might think. There are stations in many cities in North Carolina (and beyond) where you can take a train right to Downtown Raleigh. Once you're here, you'll be within easy walking distances of multiple museums, restaurants and kids' attractions. Purchase train tickets. Read on to learn about taking the train to … [Read more...] about Visiting Raleigh by Train — top attractions in Raleigh for train travelers
Free Build-a-Bouquet events leading to to Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom, from March 13 to 17, 2024, is North Carolina Museum of Arts' fundraising festival of art and flowers. It features the creations of floral designers, who interpret works of art in the Museum collection, in flower form. Proceeds from Art in Bloom support the Museum's programming and exhibitions. Ticket are $40 for members, $50 for non-members, and free for children ages 6 and … [Read more...] about Free Build-a-Bouquet events leading to to Art in Bloom
Pizzette Parties at Sassool in Raleigh and Cary
Sassool, a Mediterranean restaurant, is hosting a Pizzette Party on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 3 to 5 p.m., at both its locations: 9650 Strickland Road, Raleigh, and 1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary. Tickets are priced at $5 per person and can be purchased through Eventbrite for both the Raleigh and Cary locations, or directly at Sassool on the day of the event. Tickets are limited and … [Read more...] about Pizzette Parties at Sassool in Raleigh and Cary
