Triangle Friends of African American Arts is offering a sneak preview of what we have in store for us this coming year. Triangle African American Theater Preview, at just $15 a ticket, will bring together several performing arts organizations to showcase the African American plays and musicals that will hit the stages in 2023. This special event will include dramatic readings, songs and scenes … [Read more...] about Triangle African American Theater Preview
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Skywatching at White Deer Park in Garner
Raleigh Astronomy Club is hosting a skywatching session at White Deer Park, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event and no registration is required. The volunteers from Raleigh Astronomy Club will have their telescopes at the event and will help guide you to look at the night skies. Bring a blanket or chair. White Deer Park … [Read more...] about Skywatching at White Deer Park in Garner
Dogs of Lowe’s Pet Party
Lowe's is celebrating its new Maytag Pet Pro washer and dryer, designed to remove more pet hair than any other washer and dryer, with a Dogs of Lowe's Pet Party! The party takes place at all Lowe's on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy: Look for updates on the Facebook event. Find your closest Lowe's. … [Read more...] about Dogs of Lowe’s Pet Party
Teen Coffee House at NCMA — open mic, live music, art-making, more…
North Carolina Museum of Art's Teen Arts Council is holding Teen Coffee House on Friday, January 13th, 2023. This free event is for ages 13-18. It takes place 6 to 8 p.m. in the NCMA Cafe in the West Building. The event includes: Register here. … [Read more...] about Teen Coffee House at NCMA — open mic, live music, art-making, more…
Program: The Triumph of American Music at Durham County Library
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a free program, The Triumph of American Music, on Wednesday, January 11th, 2023, from 6 to 7 p.m. Presented by: John Edward Hasse Grammy Nominated, Award-Winning Music Historian, & Curator Emeritus at the Smithsonian Institution John Edward Hasse has served as Curator of American Music at the … [Read more...] about Program: The Triumph of American Music at Durham County Library
“Pay What You Wish” Taiji and Qigong Classes in Durham
UPDATE: These classes are not taking place on a regular basis anymore. For most of the year, Gabe Teaches Taiji offers "pay what you wish" Taiji and Quigong classes at Orchard Park, 1000 S. Duke Street, Durham, although at times the classes are held indoors. There's no set fee, but $10 is suggested. Here are the classes for January, 2023. They will take place in Orchard Park. Please sign up … [Read more...] about “Pay What You Wish” Taiji and Qigong Classes in Durham
Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — learn which Triangle museums participate
Museums for All is a nationwide program with the goal of making museums accessible to everyone in the community. Participating museums offer free or reduced admission for people receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits.) Museums for All is an initiative of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and is administered by the Association of Children's Museums. The program is available to … [Read more...] about Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — learn which Triangle museums participate
Free take-home kids’ crafts at Joann
UPDATE: This event was planned through January 7th, 2023. If it returns, we'll update here! Looking for something to keep kids busy and having fun? Joann, a destination for those looking for fabric and accessories, is providing FREE craft kits for kids. The first Saturday of every month, Joann is offering Take It & Make It. Kids can bring home a FREE seasonal craft kit. The … [Read more...] about Free take-home kids’ crafts at Joann
Winter, Worship & Wilderness Retreat with Covenant Christian Church: yoga, meditation, more…
Covenant Christian Church, at 2911 SW Cary Parkway, Cary, NC, is offering Winter, Worship & Wilderness Retreat. It takes place on Saturday, January 21st, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. At this meditation & movement experience, we honor the spirit of winter together and all that accompanies it: slowing down and reflecting on our personal wilderness and periods of darkness. We … [Read more...] about Winter, Worship & Wilderness Retreat with Covenant Christian Church: yoga, meditation, more…
Check out these 5 Raleigh thrift stores (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
If you're a bargain hunter, it's always the perfect time to visit Raleigh thrift stores, as well as thrift stores throughout the Triangle. Seasoned thrift store shoppers often have a set route of stores they visit, stretching the activity into an entire morning or even a full day. They know when the stores open, when they close and when they are most likely to snag an item recently priced and … [Read more...] about Check out these 5 Raleigh thrift stores (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
