Backyard Treasures Plant Sale, presented by Friends of Durham County Extension Master Gardeners, takes place April 5, 2025, starting at 10 a.m., at Durham County Cooperative Extension, 721 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The sale will end when items are sold out. This is a free event. The plants start at $4, and include veggies, native plants, house plants, perennials, trees and … [Read more...] about Backyard Treasures Plant Sale
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April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo in Garner April 5
Downtown Garner will host the April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Garner, NC. This event features lots of delicious food, as well as local artisan vendors, music from a DJ, and a Kids' Zone with inflatables and games. Food Vendors Artisan Vendors Please note that this is not an event for pets. … [Read more...] about April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo in Garner April 5
Puppy Power Yoga at Olde Raleigh Village
Join Olde Raleigh Village and Freedom Ride Rescue for Puppy Power Yoga on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. a Puppy Yoga adoption event. It takes place at Olde Raleigh Village, 3201 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh. Age 16+ only. All puppies at the session are available for adoption. There's no charge to participate, but donations to Freedom Ride Rescue are encouraged, with a … [Read more...] about Puppy Power Yoga at Olde Raleigh Village
En Plein Air Paint-Off in downtown Fuquay-Varina April 4-5
En Plein Air Paint-Off is a free public art event in downtown Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Head downtown and watch artists compete in a contest of skills as they create original paintings of Fuquay-Varina's historic landscape. This is a free outdoor event. Then on April 5, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will be an artist reception and live art auction of paintings, at Fuquay-Varina Arts … [Read more...] about En Plein Air Paint-Off in downtown Fuquay-Varina April 4-5
Safety poster contest for middle school students — you could win a Cannondale bicycle!
Safe Routes to School Wake County is hosting a poster contest for middle schoolers. Wake County students in 6th to 8th grade are eligible to compete! The mission: Design an eye-catching poster that educates drivers about the importance of giving at least 3 ft. of space when passing cyclists. Submissions should convey the information in a way that the public can easily understand. The deadline to … [Read more...] about Safety poster contest for middle school students — you could win a Cannondale bicycle!
Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
As part of North Carolina Science Festival, Triangle Land Conservancy is hosting one of the many Statewide Star Parties taking place across North Carolina. TLC's Statewide Start Party takes place Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Three Bears Private Preserve, 711 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required. This event is for all … [Read more...] about Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
Servire is a vocal ensemble as well as a service as well as a service organization. All of its concerts are made possible through partnerships with local charities, offering a unique voice and call to action towards their mission. A portion of the proceeds from all of their projects goes towards the partnering organization. In addition to their performances, the group also makes an effort to do … [Read more...] about Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
Craft & Curate Market in Raleigh April 4
Live it Up Hillsborough is presenting their Craft & Curate Market on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m. It takes place at Compiegne Park, 106 Chamberlain Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Shop from up to 15 vendors with a diverse selection of items, including vintage clothing, handmade crafts and a variety of creative products. … [Read more...] about Craft & Curate Market in Raleigh April 4
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Join St. Philip’s, PBS North Carolina, and Working Films for a screening of American Coup: Wilmington 1898, a documentary about the deadly race massacre and insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 – the only coup d’état in the history of the U.S. This is a free event taking place Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5 p.m., in the Parish Hall of St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 403 E Main … [Read more...] about American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Rhythm & Reels, a free summer concert and movie series that takes place at some of Durham's parks. You may bring your own food or purchase from on-site vendors. Please bring your own picnic blanket or chair. No alcohol allowed. Rhythm and Reels Schedule Check back soon for the 2025 schedule. … [Read more...] about Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
