National Chili Day is February 27, 2025. We'll be sharing news about National Chili Day deals as they're announced. City Barbeque City Barbeque is celebrating by rolling out a limited-time item, brisket chili. This dish features beef brisket, black beans and five different chilis, and is topped with sour cream, shredded cheese and pickled jalapeños. The dish will be offered through … [Read more...] about National Chili Day Deal at City Barbeque
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Chili Cook-Off and Car Show in Fuquay-Varina
Fuquay-Varina Doiwntown Association is hosting a Chili Cook-Off & Car Show on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at the Varina Parking Lot, 801 Durham Street, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Admission is free for all ages. If you'd like to be a chili taster/judge, you need to purchase a ticket for $17. Ticket price includes 20 tasting tickets to sample chili, 5 tickets to cast … [Read more...] about Chili Cook-Off and Car Show in Fuquay-Varina
STRIDES: Seeking paid participants for survey
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STRIDES Study is currently recruiting adults over the age of 18 to complete a brief health survey (approximately 20 minutes). Participants will receive a $35 gift card for completing the survey. Visit this link to see if you're eligible. This study aims to understand the health service experiences of Black/African American adults in Durham County and is being conducted by RTI International. … [Read more...] about STRIDES: Seeking paid participants for survey
Black History Events at DoubleTree by Hilton Feb. 23
On February 23, 2025, celebrate Black History Month with two events at DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown, 2805 Highwoods Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on to learn about everything going on. Black Market Expo Black History Month Pop-Up Shop Vendor Market takes place Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend and features Black-owned businesses, food trucks and … [Read more...] about Black History Events at DoubleTree by Hilton Feb. 23
Rooted Sowing Seeds of Freedom Tours: Guided Tour of Freedom Park
North Carolina African American Heritage Commission is leading free tours of North Carolina Freedom Park, 218 N Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, every Saturday in February, 2025, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. In this 45-minute tour, you'll discover the rich history and design intentions of this remarkable space, along with the powerful stories of the "Voices of Freedom." Please note that the … [Read more...] about Rooted Sowing Seeds of Freedom Tours: Guided Tour of Freedom Park
Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Freddy's Bottle Shop, 308 E Roosevelt Avenue, Wake Forest, North Carolina, brings craft beer and wine to Wake Forest. They occasionally host events, which you can find on Freddy's Bottle Shop's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Movie Night On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Freddy's is hosting a free movie night. They'll be showing "Meet the Parents" at 7 p.m. Freshly popped popcorn will be … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Freddy’s Bottle Shop: “Meet the Parents” Feb. 22
Meet the Heroes– an interactive Black History event for kids
Meet the Heroes is an interactive Black History event for kids that takes place Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 West Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. Each February parents and children are invited to meet Heroes of Black History through actors, activities and crafts. The event is designed like a living museum where you are free … [Read more...] about Meet the Heroes– an interactive Black History event for kids
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two events for Black History Month in 2025. These programs are supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Black Artists DaySaturday, February 15, 202510 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Come experience the incredible talent of local Black … [Read more...] about “Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series. Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from the interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Enjoy lively discussions and reflections on the impact … [Read more...] about Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
Awful Movie Club with Newt Work Comedy: “Valentine’s Day”
Newt Work Comedy Collective is presenting Awful Movie Club, featuring the movie, Valentine's Day (2010), on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. Awful Movie Club is an event where a really bad movie is presented, along with comedic commentary. Audience participation is welcome! Admission is pay what you want. … [Read more...] about Awful Movie Club with Newt Work Comedy: “Valentine’s Day”
