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Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science

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Museum of Life + Science, at 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has a special event planned for Solar Eclipse Day. Monarch Butterfly Eclipse takes place Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m. The museum will be closed, but the event will take place on the south side of campus, and will be free to the public. The migratory route of Monarch Butterflies resembles the path of the … [Read more...] about Monarch Butterfly Eclipse — solar eclipse event at Museum of Life + Science

“Pay What You Will” Day for Burning Coal Theatre Company’s A Little Night Music April 7

Burning Coal Theatre Company is presenting A Little Night Music from April 4 to 21, 2024, at Murphey School Auditorium, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday.  See the complete schedule, and buy tickets, here. Tickets: Discounts: A Little Night Music, by Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler is a musical that observes the … [Read more...] about “Pay What You Will” Day for Burning Coal Theatre Company’s A Little Night Music April 7

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Theatre

Chapelboro Zinefest April 7

The first Chapelboro Zinefest takes place Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This free festival is a chance to explore zines and printed matter. It's sponsored by The ArtsCenter of Carrboro. Many artists will be sharing their work, which include instructional zines, personal zines, cartoons, art, photography, … [Read more...] about Chapelboro Zinefest April 7

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Art · Festival · Literature

Visit WRAL Azalea Gardens for a moment of tranquility

If you find yourself in need of a moment of tranquility, stop by the WRAL Azalea Gardens, at 2619 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, between the Main and Centennial campuses of NC State. The gardens are behind the WRAL television studios. The 1.5-acre garden boasts more than 60 varieties of azaleas, which bloom in spring and fall. But there are many other flowers and plants in the gardens as well, so … [Read more...] about Visit WRAL Azalea Gardens for a moment of tranquility

Makebreak: Free crafting events at Michaels on Sundays

Michaels offers free crafting events on the first and third Sunday of every month, from 2 to 4 p.m. Some materials are included too, but you might need to bring or buy some materials. Registration is required for each class. Supplies might be limited. The program could end at any time. Find a Michaels location close to you. … [Read more...] about Makebreak: Free crafting events at Michaels on Sundays

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids

Apex Has Talent — April 5-6

Apex Has Talent, Apex's first big talent show, is a collaboration between The Halle Cultural Arts Center and Positively Apex. There will be an opening performance on April 5, 2024, and the finalist performance on April 6, both at 7 p.m. They take place at Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. Tickets are $15 for either the April 5 or April 6 show, or $20 for … [Read more...] about Apex Has Talent — April 5-6

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Entertainment

Wilson’s Mills Food Truck Rodeo in Clayton

The first Wilson's Mills Food Truck Rodeo takes place Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Wilson's Mills Community Park, 988 Powhatan Road, Clayton, North Carolina. The event will feature more than 20 food trucks. In addition, there will be music and a community market. … [Read more...] about Wilson’s Mills Food Truck Rodeo in Clayton

Knightdale Spring Fling April 6

Knightdale is holding its Spring Fling festival on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. It takes place at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Enjoy live music, food trucks, inflatables and a vendor market. Bring your Easter basket. Vendors will have eggs at the stations to distribute. Food trucks: Follow the Facebook event for updates. … [Read more...] about Knightdale Spring Fling April 6

Sanford’s 150th Birthday Bash April 6

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The City of Sanford is celebrating its Sesquicentennial this year! Sanford's 150th Birthday Bash takes place on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Sanford Lions Club Fairgrounds, 507 N 7th Street, Sanford, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and includes live music, a magic show, rides, a petting zoo, train rides, inflatables, and much more. Cake and ice cream … [Read more...] about Sanford’s 150th Birthday Bash April 6

Where to buy Solar Eclipse Glasses

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With the approaching solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, you'll want a way to safely observe the phenomenon. Looking directly at the sun will instantly and permanently damage your eyes, and regular sunglasses won't provide projection. The simplest way is to purchase solar eclipse glasses. They are widely available, but also are likely to sell out. They did leading up to the total solar eclipse of … [Read more...] about Where to buy Solar Eclipse Glasses

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