Children and young adult author, Derrick Barnes, will be presenting an author talk and book signing at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. This program is intended for kids, tweens and their families. After his talk, he'll be signing books at a reception. Bring home a FREE book, … [Read more...] about Author Talk by Derrick Barnes in Chapel Hill (including free books!)
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Sunday Salsa Dance Social in Durham
Every Sunday (they've been going on for 13 years!) Triangle Meeting Space, at 2603 S. Miami Blvd, Durham, hosts Sunday Salsa Dance Social. This is a low-priced fun way to enjoy dancing. At 6:30 p.m. there's a basic Salsa lesson, and then there's a dance from 7:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The price at the door is $8. $6 for active military and students with ID. Kids 16 and under are admitted for … [Read more...] about Sunday Salsa Dance Social in Durham
Rootle Roadster Tour Block Party in Raleigh Moves Inside!
UPDATE: Due to the weather forecast, the block party is moving inside, to the Marbles IMAX building (Venture Hall.) PBS North Carolina and its partners are hosting Rootle Roadster Tour Block Party at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC, and in the courtyard of Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event for … [Read more...] about Rootle Roadster Tour Block Party in Raleigh Moves Inside!
Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences March 9
Reptile & Amphibian Day is returning to North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The theme this year is crocodilians! At this popular festival, learn about reptiles and amphibians through crafts, lectures, close encounters and more. This is a free event. Exhibits Amphibians and ConservationNC … [Read more...] about Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences March 9
Grand Opening Celebration of The Little Gym of Durham
The Little Gym of Durham, 1125 NC-54 Ste 602, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating its Grand Opening on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. At this free event: … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Celebration of The Little Gym of Durham
End of Winter Family Sock Hop at Chavis Park March 8
Bring the family to the End of Winter Family Sock Hop at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, on Friday, March 8, 2024. This free event takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. and is for all ages. Activities include music, games and more. Registration is encouraged. … [Read more...] about End of Winter Family Sock Hop at Chavis Park March 8
Piada Italian Street Food: 3 free meatballs for National Meatball Day March 9
Piada Italian Street Food is celebrating National Meatball Day, on March 9, 2024, by giving away free meatballs! At participating locations, get three free meatballs, using promo code FREEMEAT. You can enjoy the meatballs on their own, or purchase pasta to put them on. But no purchase is required to get the free meatballs! In the Triangle, you can find Piada at: Park West2016 Market Center … [Read more...] about Piada Italian Street Food: 3 free meatballs for National Meatball Day March 9
Free Yoga at Hayti Heritage Center, Durham
Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting free Gentle Yoga on Thursdays through March 14, 2024. The classes take place on Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at Hayti Heritage Center, Durham
Opening Reception of Artist Ummah Presents – Ramadan Arts Exhibit – Tezhip Artists March 3
Artist Ummah Presents Ramadan Arts Exhibit -- Tezhip Artists. The opening reception takes place on Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Islamic Center of Morrisville, 107 Quail Fields Court, Morrisville, North Carolina. It's free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Featured Artists The work of the featured artists will adorn the walls of the Islamic Center of … [Read more...] about Opening Reception of Artist Ummah Presents – Ramadan Arts Exhibit – Tezhip Artists March 3
Free Youth Rugby Clinic in Clayton
The Clayton Rugby Football Club is hosting a free youth rugby clinic on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Johnston County Rugby Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. It's open to boys and girls ages 4-10. The clinic will serve as an introduction to rugby in a non-contact environment. Current Clayton Rugby Football Club youth players, along with kids new to the … [Read more...] about Free Youth Rugby Clinic in Clayton