Looking for a Valentine's Day gift but want to avoid the last-minute dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the other towns and cities in the Triangle. Read on to learn about local flowers, local chocolate, local art, and much more. While … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Gifts in the Triangle — shop for truly local, unique gifts
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Michelin’s #GoldenGauge program giving young drivers free tire gauges and the chance to win gaming prizes
Michelin is working to make young drivers safer by making sure that their tires are properly inflated. It's doing this with a new program, #GoldenGauge, in which young drivers receive a free tire gauge and the chance to win valuable prizes. Drivers ages 16-24 can go to GoldenGauge.com and click on "Request Your Gauge for a Chance to Win." From there they can enter their information to request a … [Read more...] about Michelin’s #GoldenGauge program giving young drivers free tire gauges and the chance to win gaming prizes
Donate blood and get a dozen free Krispy Kreme doughnuts
January is National Blood Donor Month. Both Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' are teaming up with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations. Krispy Kreme From January 24th to 31st, 2022, anyone who donates blood or platelets will receive a free Original Glazed dozen doughnuts. Just go to any participating Krispy Kreme location and show your donation sticker or confirmation of your … [Read more...] about Donate blood and get a dozen free Krispy Kreme doughnuts
Love Mural Reveal in Selma Feb 2
Activate Selma and the Johnston County Arts Council will unveil downtown Selma’s newest mural at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022, at Treasury Antiques, 102 S. Raiford St. The theme of the project is “Celebrating Love Through Art, Community and Culture.” The five artists who took part in the project were Judy Boyette of Four Oaks, visual artsSue Avera of Smithfield, musicGrace … [Read more...] about Love Mural Reveal in Selma Feb 2
Free Pet Care Programs with Wake County Animal Services at Wake County Public Libraries
Wake County Animal Services and Wake County Public Libraries are partnering to offer a series of free pet care programs in 2023. They will take place in various libraries across the county, as well as virtually. Living With Your DogThursday, January 12th, 20236:30 p.m.Virtual Reactivity Rehab: Your Dog's FeelingsSunday, January 22nd, 20232 p.m.Northeast Regional Library Pet Survival … [Read more...] about Free Pet Care Programs with Wake County Animal Services at Wake County Public Libraries
African American Genealogy Symposium – free virtual event (registration required)
Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum is presenting a virtual African American Genealogy Symposium on Saturday, February 12th, and Sunday, February 13th, 2022. It's free to attend, but pre-registration is required. On Saturday, the sessions will feature researchers and scholars presenting little known archival resources that help connect families through enslavement periods. Register here … [Read more...] about African American Genealogy Symposium – free virtual event (registration required)
Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a three-part series for Black History Month, for seniors, age 55+. The free events will take place on Fridays, at 2 p.m., at the Seymour Senior Center, 2251 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill. Register for the events here. Celebrating Black History Month -- Freedom Riders DocumentaryFriday, February 4th, 20222 to 4 p.m. The group will watch a … [Read more...] about Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
All-you-can-eat popcorn on National Popcorn Day at AMC Theatres
National Popcorn Day is January 19th, 2022, and AMC Theatres is celebrating in a big way. If you can't get enough of popcorn when you go to the movies, this promotion is for you. On Jan. 19, AMC Theatres is offering all-you-can-eat popcorn. Keep getting refills until your popcorn craving is satisfied. The same day refill offer is valid with the purchase of any size traditional popcorn … [Read more...] about All-you-can-eat popcorn on National Popcorn Day at AMC Theatres
Betty White documentary to screen nationwide on her 100th birthday — here’s where to see it in the Triangle
Betty White: A Celebration is a documentary that was meant to celebrate Betty White's 100th birthday, on January 17th, 2022. It was slated to be screened in 900 theaters nationwide, including Raleigh. Although Betty White passed away just weeks before that milestone, the show will go on, and now will be a poignant celebration of her life. The documentary will include classic moments … [Read more...] about Betty White documentary to screen nationwide on her 100th birthday — here’s where to see it in the Triangle
Free after-school programs for teens in Durham through My Durham
The city of Durham offers all teens age 13-18 free activities both during the school year and during the summer, through MyDurham. The activities take place during the 2021/2022 school year Monday to Friday, from 3 to 7 p.m., at these locations: Holton Career & Resource Center, 401 N. Driver Street, DurhamWeaver Street Recreation Center, 3000 Weaver Street, DurhamThe Durham Teen Center at … [Read more...] about Free after-school programs for teens in Durham through My Durham
