Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Music & Arts Camp for kids who have completed kindergarten and older. This is a full-day (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) 5-day camp (August 3 to 7, 2026) for only $225. Discounts for multiple children are available ($200 for siblings.) Tom Shelton will be returning as the choral clinician. Each day, the camp will … [Read more...] about 5-day music & arts camp at Highland UMC in Raleigh
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Summer Camps in the Triangle for 2026
Looking for a summer camp in the Triangle for your child? We get a lot of requests from parents about summer camps in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore. It’s important to know that registration for some of the camps happens early, and spots can fill up quickly. So, research in advance so you know what you want to … [Read more...] about Summer Camps in the Triangle for 2026
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Beer and Bellydance is a recurring event hosted by Electric Shimmy Bellydance that features live music and dancing. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by Afrit Temple and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. This is … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has declared February 24, 2025, as National Steakburger Day! And they're celebrating with a big deal for burger lovers. The restaurant’s namesake Freddy Simon would have turned 101 on February 24, 2026. To celebrate its famous steakburgers and commemorate Freddy’s 101st birthday, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is offering its famous … [Read more...] about Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: $1 Original Double Steakburger Feb. 24
Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — February schedule
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup kitchens and other organizations that distribute food to those in need. You can find the current schedule of the pop-up markets at foodbankcenc.org/popup-markets. The schedule is usually … [Read more...] about Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — February schedule
Tuesday Movie Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Durham
Ponysaurus Brewing, at 219 Hood Street in Durham, describes itself as a "forward-thinking, backward-tasting brewery and taproom based in Durham, NC, creating beers that are meant to be savored, appreciated, contemplated, philosophized, studied, nuzzled, and mindfully guzzled." It has a taproom and beer garden where you can enjoy the brews and buy lunch or dinner from food … [Read more...] about Tuesday Movie Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Durham
Chili Cookoff to benefit L’Arche North Carolina March 7
L’Arche North Carolina and Duke Memorial are hosting a Chili Cook-off on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Duke Memorial UMC, 504 W Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina. All proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off will support the Friendship Moving Forward Campaign, helping L’Arche NC purchase the Friendship Houses in Durham and expand housing, friendship, and belonging for … [Read more...] about Chili Cookoff to benefit L’Arche North Carolina March 7
Baby Product Sale at Amazon — car seats, strollers, high chairs, diapers, more…
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Amazon is holding a Baby Sale in February of 2026. Baby gear of all kinds is on sale right now. We are listing a few of the highlights below, but make sure to check out all the deals. Please keep in mind that prices change often, and products sell out. Also, don't forget to create a Baby Registry on Amazon to help loved ones help you! … [Read more...] about Baby Product Sale at Amazon — car seats, strollers, high chairs, diapers, more…
Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Total Tot Time is a FREE program for children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. It takes place in the gym at W.D Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina, every Monday and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., through May 20, 2026 No RSVP is required. This program is offered by Durham Parks & Recreation. Come and play with your children in the gym! … [Read more...] about Total Tot Time: free play program in Durham for kids up to age 5 and their parents
Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
Wendell Baptist Church, 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting "Love Thy Neighbor," a free community meal and clothing giveaway, on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. The event is intended for people in need in Wendell and Zebulon. Please register here if you'd like to go. If you have questions, call 919-365-4631. This event was … [Read more...] about Love Thy Neighbor: Free Community Meal and Clothing Giveaway at Wendell Baptist Church Feb. 23
