Durham Central Park will be hosting Story Time with Barnaby D. Troll, a story time for kids age 2-5 starting Tuesday, April 27th, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 :30 a.m. It will take place weekly on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. until May 25th, 2021. Look for Facebook events on Durham Central Park's Facebook page. Children will listen to a favorite children’s story, sing a song or two and re-create … [Read more...] about Story time with Barnaby D. Troll — free weekly story time at Durham Central Park
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N.C. State Fair Spring Food Fest
It's back! Well, not the North Carolina State Fair, not yet -- you'll have to wait until October for that. But the N.C. State Fair is bringing some deliciousness to you with their Spring Food Fest, which will take place Friday, May 21st, to Sunday, May 23rd, 2021. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. There are picnic tables available. Some vendors take credit cards, but most are cash … [Read more...] about N.C. State Fair Spring Food Fest
Historical program with Chatham Historical Museum: Meet Rednap Howell, poet of the War of Regulation
The Chatham Historical Museum is presenting a program, Meet Rednap Howell -- Poet of the War of Regulation, on Sunday, May 23rd, 2021, at 2 p.m., at the Historic Chatham Courthouse, 9 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro. This is a free program. The public is invited. Rednap Howell was one of the key leaders of the War of Regulation in North Carolina from 1765 to 1771. A musician as well as school … [Read more...] about Historical program with Chatham Historical Museum: Meet Rednap Howell, poet of the War of Regulation
Rummage Sale with Seed Art Share, with free performances and drop-in classes
Seed Art Share and Pure Life Theatre are hosting a big rummage sale as a fundraiser for their upcoming camps, classes and shows. The sale will take place on Saturday, May 22nd, 2021, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Pure Life Theatre, 3801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, which is the Historic Royal Bakery building, across from Meredith College. You can expect reasonable prices on children's clothes, … [Read more...] about Rummage Sale with Seed Art Share, with free performances and drop-in classes
The Artisan Market at 305 celebrates its 4th anniversary with free artist demos, classes and more
The Artisan Market at 305, located at 305 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, is a collective of more than 50 local artists who work in a wide range of media, including jewelry, pottery, fiber art, glass, photography, paintings and much more. It's a great place to shop for unique local gifts, and many of the artists also offer custom work. The Artisan Market at 305 is celebrating its 4th … [Read more...] about The Artisan Market at 305 celebrates its 4th anniversary with free artist demos, classes and more
Springtime Stroll & Roll Arts Event in Downtown Raleigh
Springtime Stroll & Roll is a chance to explore Downtown Raleigh by foot or bike, experience art activities, and raise money for ArtSpace. The event takes place Friday, May 21st, and Saturday, May 22nd, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 23rd, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. It's free to register. After you register you'll receive an email containing your unique fundraising link, as … [Read more...] about Springtime Stroll & Roll Arts Event in Downtown Raleigh
CANCELED: Pop-up roller skating this weekend in Raleigh Convention Center
UPDATE: This event has been canceled. If you purchased tickets please contact the organizer. The Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, is transforming into the largest indoor pop-up roller skating rink Raleigh has ever seen. From May 21st to 23rd, 2021, Mako Medical Sk8te Raleigh invites guests to roll around the rink under a disco ball, while DJ Uniq set the mood for … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Pop-up roller skating this weekend in Raleigh Convention Center
Juneteenth Food Forage on the Eno
Wild Food Foragers is a group that searches out uncultivated foods growing around the Triangle. Its Facebook page is a good place to learn about upcoming outdoor excursions. Programs throughout the year educate aspiring foragers on proper etiquette, practice and techniques. The cost to go on most forage sessions are $20 or more. However, we are sharing them here because there are always two … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Food Forage on the Eno
Free pop-up concert in Durham Central Park: Mallarmé Chamber Players with The Hideaway String Trio
Mallarmé Chamber Players is presenting a FREE pop-up concert at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Friday, May 21st, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. This casual concert will feature the Hideaway String Trio, with violinist Jennifer Curtis, cellist Stephanie Vial and violist Suzanne Rousso. Enjoy chamber music composed by: BeethovenJ.S. BachHaydnHailstorkMarc O'ConnorMore Bring your … [Read more...] about Free pop-up concert in Durham Central Park: Mallarmé Chamber Players with The Hideaway String Trio
Free food distribution in Durham May 21
Several community groups are distributing free food to those who are in need in Durham. The groups involved are: Raise Up NC Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival Carolina Jews for Justice The distribution event will be Friday, May 21st,, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lakewood Shopping Center, 2000 Chapel Hill Road, Durham. Food pick-up is first come, … [Read more...] about Free food distribution in Durham May 21
