Looking for ice cream in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and surrounding areas? As the weather is heating up, it's the perfect time to try a new ice cream shop, or indulge again in some of your favorite ice cream. We've been asking Triangle on the Cheap readers what their favorite local ice cream shops are (preferably locally owned), and this is what we're hearing. Our list … [Read more...] about It’s heating up! 30+ places for ice cream in the Triangle
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Christmas in July at Crabtree Valley Mall — Meet Santa and shop summer sales
Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Christmas in July on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. See Santa and shop the summer sales to get a head start on holiday gifts. Enjoy live music from Dalton Davis. The event takes place in Crabtree's Promotional Court. … [Read more...] about Christmas in July at Crabtree Valley Mall — Meet Santa and shop summer sales
Barbie Dreamhouse Living Pop-Up Truck coming to Raleigh July 20
Barbie fans, the Barbie Truck Dreamhouse Living Tour is coming to Raleigh as part of its 2024 East Coast tour. The tour is in celebration of the 60th anniversary of Barbie moving into her very first Dreamhouse. It will be at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It will be parked near the food court … [Read more...] about Barbie Dreamhouse Living Pop-Up Truck coming to Raleigh July 20
Summer Spectacular in Siler City July 20, with fireworks and live music
Silk Hope Ruritan Club is presenting a Summer Spectacular on Saturday, July 20, 2023, from 4 to 10 p.m., at Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City. Updates are being posted on Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park's Facebook page. This event is FREE to attend and features: … [Read more...] about Summer Spectacular in Siler City July 20, with fireworks and live music
Saturday on South Party in Raleigh July 20: cookout, bounce houses, music, more…
The City of Raleigh is hosting a free party, Saturday on South, on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will take place on West South Street between South Dawson and South McDowell Streets. The party will feature: This event is a chance for members of the community to learn about the proposed plans to close a portion of South Street to allow Red Hat Amphitheater … [Read more...] about Saturday on South Party in Raleigh July 20: cookout, bounce houses, music, more…
Back to School Pool Party for Teens at Biltmore Pool in Raleigh
Teens (middle school and high school) are invited to a Back to School Pool Party at Biltmore Hills Pool, 701 Crown Crossing Lane, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Beside swimming, enjoy food, a DJ and a Back to School Shoe Raffle. The rain date is August 24. … [Read more...] about Back to School Pool Party for Teens at Biltmore Pool in Raleigh
Hillsborough Street $5 Food Walk
Every Wednesday from June 5 to August 14, 2024, various eateries along Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, North Carolina, are participating in the Hillsborough Street $5 Food Walk. From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., enjoy $5 drinks and $5 small plates at participating restaurants. In addition, there will be live music from 6 to 8 p.m. Participating Merchants Visitors can stroll several blocks from … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Street $5 Food Walk
NC Food Truck Fair July 13-14 at Durham Central Park
NC Food Truck Fair will be at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14, 2024. The Saturday event is geared toward adults, and the Sunday event is more family-friendly. Admission is free both days. You pay for food and drink. There will be activities available for donation/purchase. A portion of the proceeds will go to Meals on … [Read more...] about NC Food Truck Fair July 13-14 at Durham Central Park
Kids 8-14 Can Watch A New TV Show at Home and Get Paid For It
Sponsored by Preview Free Movies
Does your child want to earn a few bucks this summer? They can watch a new TV series at home…and get paid for it. Read on to learn how Preview Free Movies is recruiting households with kids ages 8 to 14 for a private screening of a potential new TV series. The screenings will take place in your own home, on your laptop or desktop computer. There will be screenings on Monday and Tuesday, July … [Read more...] about Kids 8-14 Can Watch A New TV Show at Home and Get Paid For It
Moth Madness, with New Hope Bird Alliance
Learn about moths at Moth Madness, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 8 to 11 p.m., at Pritchard Park, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. At this outdoor event, David George, science educator and co-author of the Moths of North Carolina website, will lead a nighttime celebrations of moths. The event features games, … [Read more...] about Moth Madness, with New Hope Bird Alliance
