Santa will be greeting children at the Pope House Museum, 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, on December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on December 3, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy the house decorated for the holidays, crafts, pop-up gift shop, a visits with Santa. The visit to the Pope House is free, but pictures with Santa cost $45. This includes 5 professionally produced … [Read more...] about Holidays with the Popes — visit with Santa at the Pope House Museum
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Coats and Cocoa — coat donation drive, free cocoa and Santa visit
Note in the Pocket is a nonprofit organization that provides impoverished students with clothing across Durham and Wake County. Coats and Cocoa is a coat drive hosted by Note in the Pocket. It takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Shepherd's Way Farms, 1010 St. Albans Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. For every coat donated, a ticket will be put into a raffle for a chance … [Read more...] about Coats and Cocoa — coat donation drive, free cocoa and Santa visit
Petco: Free pet photos with Santa
Participating locations of Petco are offering FREE pictures of your pet with Santa on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 1 to 3 p.m. To find a participating store, click on "Find a Store" here. Please contact your store for details. … [Read more...] about Petco: Free pet photos with Santa
Update: A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Affected by the Weather…
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, most of the events and activities below have been canceled. The only events still happening are photos with Santa in Academy Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the tree lighting at 6 p.m., which you can livestream. Celebrate the holiday season in the brand new Downtown Cary Park! A Gift to Cary Celebration takes place at Downtown Cary Park, 327 South … [Read more...] about Update: A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Affected by the Weather…
Celebration of Lights in Siler City — music, luminaries, dance, more…
The Celebrations of Lights is a free event at First United Methodist Church, 1101 West Raleigh Street, Siler City, North Carolina, on Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 6 to 7 p.m. The parking lot opens at 5:45 p.m. The event includes: This event is a fundraiser for Chatham Cares Community Pharmacy. Celebration of Lights is the annual fundraiser for Chatham Cares Community Pharmacy, and … [Read more...] about Celebration of Lights in Siler City — music, luminaries, dance, more…
Scandinavian Christmas Fair
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $7 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is an authentic celebration of the traditions of the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair
Wendell Falls Holiday Sip and Shop Dec 9
Wendell Falls, 320 Vintage Point Lane, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting Holiday Sip and Shop on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m. Tour model homes while picking up unique gifts from local vendors and sipping on festive drinks. Then head to Treelight Square for samples and giveaways and to grab a bite from the restaurants in the community. … [Read more...] about Wendell Falls Holiday Sip and Shop Dec 9
2023 holiday shipping deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx
For friends and family far away at Christmas, getting them their holiday gift to unwrap in time takes a little extra planning. That means you need to pack it and get the package on its way by a specific deadline — depending on the delivery service, delivery option and expected arrival date. If you're sending a Hanukkah gift, please remember that the first night of Hanukkah is … [Read more...] about 2023 holiday shipping deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx
Better Days Live Music Series at Hartwell in Raleigh
The Better Days Live Music Series' fourth installment takes place Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but a $5 donation is suggested. Starting at 5 p.m., food will be available from Hightop Burger Food Trucks and drinks will be available the Hartwell Bar. The music starts at 6 p.m. Lineup: … [Read more...] about Better Days Live Music Series at Hartwell in Raleigh
Museum Store Sunday — shop for unique items at local museum stores
If you're looking for a unique gift this season, consider shopping at local museum stores. Whether you're shopping for a history buff, an art lover, or a science explorer, you can find the perfect gift at a museum store. Shopping at a museum store is a good way to help support your favorite museum as well. Sunday, November 26, 2023, is Museum Store Sunday. It's the perfect time to check out … [Read more...] about Museum Store Sunday — shop for unique items at local museum stores
