Election Day Information Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020, is Election Day. If you haven't voted by early voting or absentee voting, this is your day. Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote, no matter how long it takes. The busiest times are when polls open and when the close. Not sure of … [Read more...] about Election Day in North Carolina — what you need to know
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5 thrift shops to check out in Cary (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
Cary is Wake County's second-largest municipality and the third-largest municipality in the Triangle. It’s also home to several fantastic thrift stores. If you have a Saturday to ‘thrift-hop’, you can easily hit all five of these. In addition to finding great bargains, by shopping at these stores you'll be helping the community. Proceeds from each of these stores helps … [Read more...] about 5 thrift shops to check out in Cary (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
Notasium and Smile First Dental are presenting a Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail in Durham and Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families can put on their costumes and trick or treat safely, while receiving fun treats at participating businesses. For example, The Smile First Dental team, along with Notasium’s “Notasioneers,” will be giving out treats as the … [Read more...] about Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
Boo Avenue Drive-Through at select Targets, including one in Wake Forest
Select Targets are transforming their parking lots into Boo Avenue Drive-Through experiences this Halloween. These events will take place on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at select Targets. Keep reading to see a list of the participating Targets in the Triangle. A description of the event, from Target: This Halloween, Target’s conjuring up all kinds of creative … [Read more...] about Boo Avenue Drive-Through at select Targets, including one in Wake Forest
Grand re-opening of Howell Theatre in Smithfield: free popcorn, free movie poster
The Howell Theatre, at 141 S 3rd Street, Smithfield, has been in operation since 1935. It's one of the oldest continually operating movie theaters in North Carolina. They've spend the closure time making renovations on the lobby, restrooms, kitchenette and balconies. The Howell Theatre is celebrating its grand re-opening on October 31st, 2020, at 11 a.m. Two features will be playing … [Read more...] about Grand re-opening of Howell Theatre in Smithfield: free popcorn, free movie poster
Free family movie nights (including free popcorn and drinks) at Covenant Hope Church in Wake Forest
Covenant Hope Church, 4038 Graham Sherron Road, Wake Forest, is hosting FREE outdoor family movie nights for the whole community this fall. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. There's plenty of space to spread out. The church will be providing free popcorn and drinks, and there will be a food truck on site from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. The movies will start at sundown. Here's the … [Read more...] about Free family movie nights (including free popcorn and drinks) at Covenant Hope Church in Wake Forest
Google offers new 3D “Animals” for Halloween: skeleton, ghost, black cat, and more
A while ago we shared how you can invite animals into your home, virtually, with Google's 3D Animal feature. There are approximately 30 animals to choose from, including lions, ducks, eagles, goats, sharks, wolves, turtles and more. For Easter, Google added the 3D Easter Bunny. Lately, we've been hoping that Google would add a ghost or other Halloween characters to its list of animals. … [Read more...] about Google offers new 3D “Animals” for Halloween: skeleton, ghost, black cat, and more
Last weekend: Halloween light show in Raleigh at Goldman Family Lights
Every year there are several families in the Triangle who go all out on decorating their house for the Christmas season. They string thousands of lights, and even broadcast music that guests can listen to through their car radio, often synchronizing the lights to the music. At least one family who puts on a Christmas display like this is taking it a step further this year, and, for … [Read more...] about Last weekend: Halloween light show in Raleigh at Goldman Family Lights
Hills-BOO-rough Kids Ghost Tour with Haunted Hillsborough
If you're interested in history or spooky tales, Haunted Hillsborough might be right up your alley. Haunted Hillsborough offers ghostly history tours, including the popular Haints Misbehaving Ghost Tour, which is offered almost daily, at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. In addition, they're offering a special tour for kids. Hills-BOO-rough Kids Ghost Tour will be offered Saturday, October 31st, … [Read more...] about Hills-BOO-rough Kids Ghost Tour with Haunted Hillsborough
Live Storytime and Q&A with Jane Goodall
Dr. Jane Goodall of the Jane Goodall Institute, will be doing a live reading of "Lion Family," on Thursday, October 28th, 2020, at 12 p.m. Following the reading, she will be doing a live Q&A, answering audience-submitted questions. This event is part of the Jane Goodall Institute's partnership with Crate & Kids. Join the Facebook event for reminders. You'll be able to watch the … [Read more...] about Live Storytime and Q&A with Jane Goodall
