Orange County Public Library, at 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting its 8th Annual Literary Peeps Show contest. The library invites you to make and bring in a literary-themed, marshmallow peeps diorama. All entries need to be based on a book and family-friendly. All ages are welcome to enter! Entry Categories: Youth, Teen, Adult, and Family. Entries will be judged … [Read more...] about Create a literary marshmallow peeps diorama for Orange County Public Library’s contest
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Art Club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar March 25
Anticapitalist Crafts is hosting a monthly art club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar, 725 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. on these dates: This is a chance to create, explore new mediums, and gather with other artists. Each month supplies will be provided to enable participants to try out new methods of playing with texture, color, assemblage, and … [Read more...] about Art Club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar March 25
Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Total Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., through May 20, 2026 No RSVP is required. This program is offered by Durham Parks & Recreation. Come and play with your children in the gym! … [Read more...] about Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Monthly Book Club Meetups at Southern Peak Brewery, more
Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Road #100, Apex, hosts many events, including live music, crafts, food trucks, dog-friendly events, and more. Find them all on Southern Peak Brewery's Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music in 2026 (Saturdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m.): The Last of Us Trivia NightWednesday, April 1, 20266:30 to 8:30 p.m.Free 10-Year … [Read more...] about Monthly Book Club Meetups at Southern Peak Brewery, more
Old Skool Gaming Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP, April 13, more
The Glass Jug Beer Lab, RTP is at 5410 NC Highway 55, Suite V, Durham. This location is a retail craft beer and wine store with an on-site microbrewery, bar, and event space. Their outdoor beer garden hosts all sorts of events like live music, trivia, food trucks, and more. You can find The Glass Jug Beer Lab's RTP events on their Facebook page. You can also check their website … [Read more...] about Old Skool Gaming Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP, April 13, more
Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
PBS North Carolina, NC Science Festival and The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences present Science on the Carolina Coast — Screening and Panel Discussion. This is a free event. You can attend in person or watch online. Please register here. It takes place Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 6 p.m., at NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Triangle Land Conservancy invites you to enjoy them for Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Carolina Museum of Art Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park. This is a free event. Please register here. Read on to learn about all the activities. Some of them have limited space and require registration. (Follow the above link to register … [Read more...] about Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
The Rookery, 115 Margaret Lane Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Holi celebration on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free at this family-friendly event.. Holi colors will be available for purchase. No outside colors permitted. DJ Seth will be spinning all day. Enjoy delicious eats from Viceroy, fresh bread from Breadwala, and food from a lineup of food … [Read more...] about Holi Celebration at The Rookery Mar. 22
Krispy Kreme’s Basketball Deal: Get a dozen doughnuts for $2 when you buy a dozen, March 19-22
From Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, 2026, Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen will sweeten hoops hysteria for fans who hosting parties with friends and family or going head-to-head with colleagues for bragging rights. The Bracket Bash Dozen features: Krispy Kreme’s Bracket Bash Dozen and offer will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme’s app and … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme’s Basketball Deal: Get a dozen doughnuts for $2 when you buy a dozen, March 19-22
Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
Looking for a free live music option in downtown Raleigh? On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Heads Up Penny is performing in a free concert at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Theatre, 126 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Grab your free ticket here. Heads Up Penny is a high-energy six-piece band with dual lead vocalists, known for delivering nonstop crowd-favorites spanning generations -- from Sabrina … [Read more...] about Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
