Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church, 4900 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh, NC, is hosting a Black Authors Book Fair on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event, co-presented by Teach Our Youth. The Black Authors Book Fair will highlight local authors of African descent and entrepreneurs offering educationally related products/services. This partnership will encourage the need … [Read more...] about Black Authors Book Fair
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
The League of Women Voters of Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties are presenting a free online event, "How the Court System Works: Hear from Local Judges." The Zoom session takes place Wednesday, April 19th, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Please register here to get access to the session. … [Read more...] about How the Court System Works — Hear from Local Judges (online)
Easter Egg Hunt hosted by NC York Rite Masons
The Raleigh York Rite PHA Masons are hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th, 2023, at Pullen Park, Shelter #1, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is from 11 a.m to 3 p.m. The egg hunt begins at 12 p.m. There will be refreshments from 1 to 2 p.m. The event will also include face painting and a balloon artist. Although when you click on the event, it might … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunt hosted by NC York Rite Masons
North Carolina Trivia Night at the Raleigh Times Bar
State Archives of North Carolina and the State Library of North Carolina are presenting North Carolina Trivia Night on Wednesday, March 29th, 2023, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Raleigh Times Bar, 14 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC. Think you're an expert on North Carolina history, geography, and culture? Here's your chance to show off your skills in North Carolina Virtual Trivia, brought to you by the … [Read more...] about North Carolina Trivia Night at the Raleigh Times Bar
Easter Egg Dash in Wilson March 28
Wilson Parks & Recreation and Wilson Youth Council are hosting an Easter Egg Dash on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Greater Wilson Rotary Park, 1901 Branch Street NW, Wilson, NC. This free event is for kids ages 1-9. There will be games, the egg dash and prizes. … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Dash in Wilson March 28
New Hope Valley Railway’s Hop Into Spring Train Rides
New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsai Road, New Hill, is offering its annual Hop Into Spring rides on April 1st and 2nd, 2023. This is a chance to celebrate all things spring, with a train ride behind the historic locomotive. New Hope Valley Railway is known at Triangle's Train! The Easter Bunny will be in the rail yard for photo opportunities before or after your ride. During the … [Read more...] about New Hope Valley Railway’s Hop Into Spring Train Rides
Cary Sister Cities Celebration
Celebrate 35 years of Cary Sister Cities on Sunday, March 26th, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Cary Chamber of Commerce, 307 N Academy Street, Cary, NC. At this free, family event, get your passport and travel to all five Cary Sister Cities. At 4 p.m., meet outside Cary Town Hall as the sign for Cary's newest Sister City, Bandirma, Turkey, is unveiled. Then cross Academy St to Cary Chamber of … [Read more...] about Cary Sister Cities Celebration
Free Futsal at Peach Road Park on Saturdays
Every Saturday afternoon in March, 2023, compete in 3v3 Futsal at Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The tournament-style matches will be going on from 1 to 3 p.m. These are free events. Just bring water, shin guards and a couple of friends. No cleats. Ages 13+. Futsal is a modified version of soccer played on a hard court (no cleats) with a … [Read more...] about Free Futsal at Peach Road Park on Saturdays
Free ProTown BMX stunt shows and riding clinics in Wendell
The ProTown BMX stunt team out of Greenville, NC is presenting two free shows on Main Street in Downtown Wendell on Saturday, March 25th, 2023. The shows are at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. They've been seen on the X Games, ATM Dew Tour and more. At the show you'll see them demonstrate flips, spins, whips and much more. After each performance the team will sign autographs and give free riding … [Read more...] about Free ProTown BMX stunt shows and riding clinics in Wendell
Skyfest NC — festival with aerial demonstrations, music, more (Smithfield)
Skyfest NC is a community festival that features aerial demonstrations, live music, static displays, a beer garden and a kids' zone. The event includes parachute team jumps, flyovers, helicopter rappelling and other aerial performances. It take place at Johnston Regional Airport, 3149 Swift Creek Road, Smithfield, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 3 … [Read more...] about Skyfest NC — festival with aerial demonstrations, music, more (Smithfield)
