Durham Parks & Recreation, P.O.W.E.R., Inc. Community, and BeYOUU are hosting a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at I.R. Homes Sr. Recreation Center. The recreation center is at Campus Hills Park, 2000 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC. The event will include games, crafts and FREE school supplies. Registration is required and supplies are limited. If … [Read more...] about Back to School Bash at I.R. Holmes, Sr. Recreation Center in Durham, with free school supplies (registration required)
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Summer Music and Eats Series at Chavis Park
Enjoy the Summer Music and Eats Series at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, NC. At these free events, there will be music of different genres, as well as food for purchase. June 2, July 7, and August 4, 2023, from 6 to 9 p.m. … [Read more...] about Summer Music and Eats Series at Chavis Park
Artist Notes: Free Storyteller Concert Series on NC State’s Centennial Campus
Artist Notes is a free storyteller concert series that takes place on NC State's Centennial Campus, at The Corner, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, NC. The concerts are being produced in collaboration with 95.7 THAT Station. Each night will feature an artist on stage to not only play music, but also share what went into creating their songs. Chris Edge will guide us through the ups and downs … [Read more...] about Artist Notes: Free Storyteller Concert Series on NC State’s Centennial Campus
Last day: Summer’s Live with Live Nation: 4 tickets for $80 (including fees)
From July 19 to August 1, 2023, Live Nation has a promotion called Summer's Live. Buy 4 tickets for $80 "All In," meaning that $80 is the total price. No additional fees. The only thing added is sales tax. All tickets are, of course, available only while supplies last. In the Triangle, venues include Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Red Hat Amphitheater, The Ritz, and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at … [Read more...] about Last day: Summer’s Live with Live Nation: 4 tickets for $80 (including fees)
Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Due to the extreme heat, several cooling stations have been announced in the Triangle. Please note that this article will be updated with more information if cooling stations are announced in other locations in the Triangle. Orange County Orange County has announced that cooling stations are available on on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at these locations: Need a ride to a cooling station? … [Read more...] about Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Sodabox Apex: 1-year Anniversary Summer Party — free drinks, magic show, face painting, much more…
Sodabox Apex, at 817 E Williams Street, Apex, NC, is celebrating its 1st anniversary with a summer party on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This free party features: … [Read more...] about Sodabox Apex: 1-year Anniversary Summer Party — free drinks, magic show, face painting, much more…
Christmas in July Back to School Bash at Lifepointe Church for foster and adoptive families
Second Home RDU is Launching with a big Christmas in July Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Lifepointe Church, 9500 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC. It takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This FREE event is for all local foster, adoptive and kinship families. They will be giving away backpacks, water bottles and school supplies. Santa will be there! There will also be … [Read more...] about Christmas in July Back to School Bash at Lifepointe Church for foster and adoptive families
Garden Spot Pop-Up: Food, Cocktails, Music, More…
Garden Spot is the garden space behind Lantern Restaurant, 421 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC. This new spot will be the site for events like pop-ups, music and markets. Upcoming Pop-Ups: The pop-ups will take place each of these days from 4 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, DJs and surprise performances. Food and cocktails will be available for purchase. Check back soon for more … [Read more...] about Garden Spot Pop-Up: Food, Cocktails, Music, More…
Siler City Kidfest — free food, school supplies, more
Piedmont Health is hosting several Kidfest events throughout the Triangle. At each of these free back-to-school events there will be free food, school supplies and fun. 2023 Siler City KidfestThursday, July 27, 20231 to 8 p.m.Siler City Community Health Center224 South 10th Avenue, Siler City, NC 27344 2023 Moncure KidfestSaturday, August 5, 20238 a.m. to 1 p.m.Moncure Community Health … [Read more...] about Siler City Kidfest — free food, school supplies, more
Free “Downtown Sounds” Concert Series in Garner: The Shoaldiggers July 27
Garner Performing Arts Center, 125 Avery Street, Garner, is hosting a free outdoor concert series, Downtown Sounds, on its back lawn. Both concerts are from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Free “Downtown Sounds” Concert Series in Garner: The Shoaldiggers July 27