Johnston County Arts Council announced on Facebook a free music series in Smithfield. Music for the Lunch Bunch will take place on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. These programs run about 30 minutes and are free to the public. They take place at First Presbyterian Church, 215 South 3rd Street, Smithfield, NC, unless otherwise noted. July 19Dara Edwards, piano July 26Dexter Ruffin, piano August … [Read more...] about Music for the Lunch Bunch in Smithfield
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Cary’s Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary’s History Aug 27 (pay what you want)
On Sunday, August 27, 2023, The City Doctor Productions is presenting Cary's Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary's History. This event takes place at the old library site, 310 S Academy Street, Cary, NC, at 5:30 p.m. Pay what you want -- cash or Venmo only. This is a glimpse into Cary's Colorful History from The City Doctor Productions. Go off the beaten path of Cary's history where you … [Read more...] about Cary’s Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary’s History Aug 27 (pay what you want)
Movie tickets are just $4 for National Cinema Day August 27
If you haven't seen the blockbuster hits "Barbie" or "Oppenheimer" yet, here's your chance to see them at a big discount. National Cinema Day is Sunday, August 27, 2023, and that means that at many theaters you can see any movie for $4. Major cinema chains AMC and Regal are participating, as well as many others. More than 3,000 theaters, with more than 30,000 screens, are participating. … [Read more...] about Movie tickets are just $4 for National Cinema Day August 27
Free Tai Chi / Ki Gong Class at Shelly Lake on Sundays
Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi of Raleigh is offering a free Tai Chi / Ki Gong class every Sunday from July 16 to September 3, 2023. The classes are held from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. at Shelly Lake Park, 1400 West Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC. The class won't take place if it's raining. Come decrease your stress and increase your circulation through stretching and the gentle movement of tai … [Read more...] about Free Tai Chi / Ki Gong Class at Shelly Lake on Sundays
Locke Back 2 School Launch Party: free school supplies, free food & ice cream
The John Locke Foundation is hosting the Locke Back 2 School Launch Party on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 4800 Six Forks Road in Raleigh, North Carolina. Be one of the first 200 elementary school students to register and receive a complimentary school supply kit filled with essential tools to start the school year off right! The first 200 elementary school students also receive lunch and ice … [Read more...] about Locke Back 2 School Launch Party: free school supplies, free food & ice cream
PlayMakers Open House
Playmakers Repertory Theatre, the professional theatre in residence at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is holding an open house on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at 120 Country Club Road, Chapel Hill, NC. Get to know the theatre company and help them kick off their 2023/2024 season. This is a free event and includes: Playmaker's 2023/2024 season … [Read more...] about PlayMakers Open House
Summer at the Station: “Coco” Movie Night at Raleigh Union Station Aug 25
City of Raleigh and York Properties Inc. are presenting Summer at the Station: "Coco" Movie Night. Watch the movie, "Coco," at Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Raleigh, NC, on Friday, August 25, 2023. The event takes place from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and also includes market vendors, a bar (with mocktails and cocktails), food trucks and ice cream. Food trucks and vendors will … [Read more...] about Summer at the Station: “Coco” Movie Night at Raleigh Union Station Aug 25
Movies at the Middle in Rolesville: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
The Town of Rolesville is holding outdoor movie events. Movies at the Middle take place at Rolesville Middle School Football Field, 4700 Burlington Mills Road, Rolesville, NC. Movies at the Middle Schedule for 2023 … [Read more...] about Movies at the Middle in Rolesville: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Week of freebies for teachers at Sonic Drive-In
As a new school year begins, SONIC Drive-In is supporting educators by offering a week of freebies. From August 21 through August 25, 2023, an offer for a free menu item with purchase will be sent each day to any teacher, faculty or staff at a K-12 school or degree-granting university enrolled in the free SONIC Teachers’ Circle program, available through the SONIC App. Any teacher, faculty, … [Read more...] about Week of freebies for teachers at Sonic Drive-In
Outdoor Adventures with Oberlin Regional Library and Raleigh Historic Sites
Venture outside with Oberlin Regional Library and Raleigh Historic Sites for Outdoor Adventures. Children in kindergarten through 5th grade will explore a different nature and history topic each month with a storytime and hands-on activities. This program will take place primarily outside (weather permitting). The program is free, but registration is encouraged. Register online at … [Read more...] about Outdoor Adventures with Oberlin Regional Library and Raleigh Historic Sites
