University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hosting several events in 2024 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. MLK Jr. Community CelebrationSunday, January 14, 20246 to 8 p.m.The Friday Center100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NCFree Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with coffee and dessert. The MLK Jr. Community Celebration features a keynote speaker, entertainment, the MLK/Edith Wiggins … [Read more...] about MLK Jr. Week of Celebration at UNC
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Stock Up Promotion: Spend $60 on Select Household Supplies, get $15 Amazon Credit
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UPDATE: This promotion code is no longer working. Right now, Amazon is holding a "Stock Up" sale for the (almost) new year. Spend $60 on select household items, and receive $15 in Amazon credit. Shop from this page of household supplies. When you check out, enter the promo code NYSTOCKUP. Eligible items include select paper towels, toilet paper, batteries, laundry detergent, fabric softener, … [Read more...] about Stock Up Promotion: Spend $60 on Select Household Supplies, get $15 Amazon Credit
Polar Plunge and Tennis Carnival in Fuquay Varina
Bentwinds Country and Golf Club, Big NC Tennis and Western Wake Wheelchair Tennis are presenting Polar Plunge and Tennis Carnival on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will take place at Bentwinds Golf and Country Club, 6536 Dornoch Place, Fuquay Varina, North Carolina. Admission to the event is free. Enjoy a day of tennis fun, a polar plunge, and vendor shopping, all to … [Read more...] about Polar Plunge and Tennis Carnival in Fuquay Varina
Farmers Spring Festival in Cary March 23
Cary Downtown Farmers Market, 160 E Park Street, next to the Downtown Cary Park, is open on Saturday mornings: It features items grown or produced within a 100-mile radius of the market. Start your Saturday morning shopping at Cary Downtown Farmers Market for locally grown vegetables and fruit, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, herbs, sea-food, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, … [Read more...] about Farmers Spring Festival in Cary March 23
Craftboro Brewing Depot in Carrboro
Craftboro Brewing Depot, at 101 Two Hills Drive, Carrboro, is a neighborhood hub with a brewery featuring 10 taps of craft beer, as well as a bottle shop. They also host frequent events. Follow their website calendar or Facebook page for updates on events. Craftboro Brewing Depot in Carrboro will be closing down on February 18, 2024. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring … [Read more...] about Craftboro Brewing Depot in Carrboro
Inclusive Valentine’s Dance Party with Pride of Cary
Pride of Cary is hosting a Valentine's event, Self Commitment Ceremony and Inclusive Dance Party, on Saturday, February 10, 2024,. from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at Matthews House Ballroom. 317 W Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event features drag artists, photo ops, punch and cupcakes. The cost of tickets is a $5 donation, which goes to Drag Story Hour of the Triangle. Age 16+ … [Read more...] about Inclusive Valentine’s Dance Party with Pride of Cary
Live music in the Triangle this week — free and inexpensive music events
Looking for concerts this week in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill or surrounding areas? Read on for a live music listing. We only include events that are free or very inexpensive. We are always adding to this list, so if you don't see what you're looking for, it'll probably get added soon! Even though most of these events are free, please tip the musicians if you can, and buy a drink if the event … [Read more...] about Live music in the Triangle this week — free and inexpensive music events
Hayti Heritage Film Festival
Hayti Heritage Film Festival is one of the nation's longest running Black film festivals. Its goal is to keep Black Southern film alive. Films will be at Hayti Heritage Center from March 7 to 9, 2024. Mark those dates and check back soon for details! Hayti Heritage Film Festival Schedule Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Film Festival
National Bagel Day is January 15th, 2024 — where to get bagels in the Triangle, including a freebie!
January 15th is National Bagel Day 2024, the official date to honor and enjoy the bagel this year. How can you celebrate National Bagel Day? Treat yourself to a bagel from one of these local bagels shops, and maybe even enjoy a special deal. Every year, we post the best offers here. Keep checking back — we will add deals once they're confirmed. We contacted all the bagels shops that we … [Read more...] about National Bagel Day is January 15th, 2024 — where to get bagels in the Triangle, including a freebie!
MLK Day Unity March and Rally in Durham
The Durham Community Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee has several events planned in January to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read about all of them at the above link. Here is one: Unity March & Rally Monday, January 15, 202410:30 a.m.The march will begin at The Tower at Mutual Plaza, 411 West Street, Durham, NC, and will end at First Presbyterian Church, 305 … [Read more...] about MLK Day Unity March and Rally in Durham
