Lilly Den Farm is a farm in Goldston, NC, that raises animals for sustainable meat and milk. At The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, they have a food truck, Meats & Eats, and a retail store, The Den. On Father's Day, Sunday, June 18, 2023, The Den is offering free soft-serve ice cream cones for dads and father figures. The Den's Sunday hours are 12 to 6 p.m. In addition, enjoy live music by The … [Read more...] about Father’s Day: Free soft serve for dads at The Den at The Plant, Pittsboro
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Dads skate for free at Polar Ice on Father’s Day
All five locations of Polar Ice are offering free ice skating for dads on Father's Day, Sunday, June 18, 2023, with the purchase of an adult or chid admission. The deal is not available for purchase online. Walk-ins only. The times are a little different for each location. Read on for details. This deal was announced on Facebook. Polar Ice Cary1410 Buck Jones RoadRaleigh, NC12:30 to … [Read more...] about Dads skate for free at Polar Ice on Father’s Day
Rare, huge, smelly Corpse Flower about to bloom at Raulston Arboretum (come and smell it!)
Titan Arums, also known as corpse flowers, are rare plants native only to the jungles of Sumatra. They are notable because of their size–they can grow to be ten feet tall–and because when they bloom, which they only do every few years, just a couple times in their lifetime, they emit an extremely strong smell. It’s been compared with rotting meat. You know what that means, right? It’s a major … [Read more...] about Rare, huge, smelly Corpse Flower about to bloom at Raulston Arboretum (come and smell it!)
Bull City Juneteenth Parade
The Bull City Juneteenth Parade takes place Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. It takes place at the North Carolina Central University, 170 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC. The parade opens with a chain-cutting ceremony and a Jubilee as participants celebrate down Fayetteville Street on NCCU Campus. The parade will feature a vibrant procession of marching bands, and community groups, all … [Read more...] about Bull City Juneteenth Parade
Juneteenth Black Arts Festival in Pittsboro, presented by CORE
CORE (Community Organizing for Racial Equity) is presenting the 6th Annual Juneteenth Black Arts Festival on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Chatham County Fairgrounds, 191 Fairgrounds Road, Pittsboro, NC. This free event features: The event festival is hosted by Taiyé "The Wild Afrikan" Samuel, and the featured artist is Liquid Pleasure. There will also be … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Black Arts Festival in Pittsboro, presented by CORE
Triangle Pride Band Summer Symphonic Concert and more…
Founded in 2016, Triangle Pride Band is an LGBTQ and ally community band program in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina. They welcome all interested adults (18+), regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, or ability, to join us in lifting up our community through music! Read on to learn about two upcoming concerts this summer. Triangle Pride Band … [Read more...] about Triangle Pride Band Summer Symphonic Concert and more…
Juneteenth Celebration at Summit Church in Raleigh
Summit Church is holding a Juneteenth Celebration on its Capital Hills Campus, 3901 Capital Hills Drive, Raleigh, NC. The celebration takes place Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this free event there will be food trucks, inflatables, games and more. … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration at Summit Church in Raleigh
Looking for Child Care? Child Care Services Association Can Help!
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In today's fast-paced world, finding quality child care and early learning resources can be a daunting task for families. However, there's good news! Your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency, Child Care Services Association, is here to lend a helping hand. Whether you're a busy working parent, a single parent, or simply seeking the best care for your child, our Child Care … [Read more...] about Looking for Child Care? Child Care Services Association Can Help!
For the Culture Crawl June 16
For the Culture Crawl is a Juneteenth-weekend celebration of Black-led art organizations, Black-owned businesses and Black artists in Raleigh. Artspace and CAM Raleigh are teaming up to host For the Culture Crawl on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m. Between stops at the art destinations, grab a to go drink from a participating Sip n' Stroll bar or restaurant, shop with Black-owned … [Read more...] about For the Culture Crawl June 16
My Guy & Me Father’s Day Par-Tee
My Guy & Me Par-Tee is a way for kids to celebrate their dads or significant male mentors in their lives. The event takes place on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Roberts Park, 1300 E Martin Street, Raleigh, NC. The cost is $10 a person. The celebration includes golf lessons, video games, crafts, food and more. Pre-register here. … [Read more...] about My Guy & Me Father’s Day Par-Tee
