Cathis Farm, at 544 Falcon Road, Lillington, North Carolina, hosts grows more than 20 varieties of sunflowers, and offers several "pick your own" packages. Cathis Farm is about an hour southwest of Raleigh, and is about a 30 minute drive from Fuquay-Varina. Cathis Farm is hosting Sunflower Days from July 9th to 24th, 2022, on Saturdays and Sundays. In addition, on Fridays, July 15th and 22nd, … [Read more...] about Sunflower Days at Cathis Farm July 9-24
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Visit “Fault Lines: Art and the Environment” at North Carolina Museum of Art for free this summer
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, has made the exhibition Fault Lines: Art and the Environment free to visit for the rest of its showing. No ticket or registration required. It will be on display through July 17th, 2022. During this time, you do not need a ticket or registration any longer. Just head to the exhibition entrance. Explore humanity’s relationship to … [Read more...] about Visit “Fault Lines: Art and the Environment” at North Carolina Museum of Art for free this summer
Pullen Park: price increase for amusements starting July 5
Pullen Park, at 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, is popular with families for good reason. It features: Aquatic Center Arts Center (currently closed for renovations) Tennis Court sand fields Playgrounds Theatre in the Park Train (closed through March 29th, 2021) Pedal boats Carousel Kiddie Boats Pullen Place Cafe News from Pullen Park Starting … [Read more...] about Pullen Park: price increase for amusements starting July 5
Free pint of Wildgood Plant-based ice cream
For a limited time, Wildgood is reimbursing customers the price of a pint of Wildgood plant-based ice cream. Wildgood is made with extra virgin olive oil and contains no animal-derived ingredients. Some flavors: Vanilla beanChocolateMangoCoffeeMint chocolate chipChocolate hazelnutPistachio Not all flavors will be available at all locations. To get your free pint of Wildgood ice cream, … [Read more...] about Free pint of Wildgood Plant-based ice cream
Town of Cary Fire Department 100th Anniversary Celebration all June: Outdoor movie, fire truck parade, much more…
The Town of Cary Fire Department is celebrating its 100th anniversary with several special events in June, 2022. Here's what's going on: Movie on the Lawn: Playing With FireFriday, June 3rd, 20228:30 p.m.Cary's Old Library Site310 S. Academy Site, CaryFree Bring a blanket for you and your family and enjoy a movie under the stars. Downtown Fire Truck ParadeSaturday, June 4th, 20224 … [Read more...] about Town of Cary Fire Department 100th Anniversary Celebration all June: Outdoor movie, fire truck parade, much more…
Radical Repair Workshop at Nasher Museum of Art: Clothing Repair
The Radical Repair Workshop is a traveling art experience by Julia Gartrell. Housed in a vintage camper named Sonny, the Radical Repair Workshop encourages participants and viewers to consider their relationship to mending, sentimental objects, single-use items, and radical (potentially non-functional) modes of repair. You will be able to step inside the camper to explore the gallery and … [Read more...] about Radical Repair Workshop at Nasher Museum of Art: Clothing Repair
1st Annual Raleigh Juneteenth Jubilee Parade June 25
The first annual Juneteenth Jubilee Parade will take place on Saturday, June 25th, 2022, at 10 a.m. It starts at East Street and Morson Street and ends at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh. View this map to see the exact ending location. The Grand Marshal of the parade is Dr. Frank Fields, a businessman and educator who is a community steward and wellness … [Read more...] about 1st Annual Raleigh Juneteenth Jubilee Parade June 25
First Annual Bee Day at Durham Farmers’ Market
Keep Durham Beautiful is presenting the First Annual Bee Day at Durham Farmers' Market on Saturday, June 25th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, to celebrate Pollinator Week and learn all about bees. This is a free event. You can expect to: See real beesTaste honeyMeet beekepeersMake a bee costume or bring your own and join a bee … [Read more...] about First Annual Bee Day at Durham Farmers’ Market
Fireflies on the Farm — special nighttime event in Hillsborough
Firefly Farm, 4911 Hunt Road, Hillsborough, NC, is a small family farm with fresh veggies, fruits and U-pick flowers. Learn about U-pick flowers, just visiting, and a 5-week flower subscription here. Firefly Farm is hosting a special event, Fireflies on the Farm, on Friday, June 24th, 2022. From 7 to 10 p.m., come on out and watch the natural fireworks of the fireflies on the farm. The … [Read more...] about Fireflies on the Farm — special nighttime event in Hillsborough
Yoga Day in Cary: free yoga classes on June 21
Yoga Day in Cary is Tuesday, June 21st, 2022. There will be two free in-person classes and one virtual class. You don't have to register for the in-person classes, only the virtual class. Sunrise YogaTuesday, June 21st, 20227 to 8 a.m.Bond Park Lake Waterfront801 High House Road, Cary, NC Sunset YogaTuesday, June 21st, 20227 to 8 p.m. Garden Plaza Page-Walker Center119 Ambassador … [Read more...] about Yoga Day in Cary: free yoga classes on June 21
