Choral Society of Durham is presenting a free virtual concert, I Should Be Glad, on Sunday, May 2nd, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. This will be a joint concert with the Duke Choral, featuring the world premiere of Michael Bussewitz Quarm's "Where We Find Ourselves," inspired by the photographs of Hugh Mangum. You can watch on Choral Society of Durham's YouTube channel. It will also be … [Read more...] about Free virtual concert by Choral Society of Durham: I Should Be Glad
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free virtual paint party with Arts Access
Arts Access is a nonprofit organization that works to bridge the cultural arts and disabilities communities in North Carolina. They offer workshops, training, consulting, and outreach. You can learn more about what they do on their website or Facebook page. Here are a few events: Virtual Paint Party Virtual Paint PartyThursday, May 13th, 20216:30 p.m.Free (but $10 if you'd like the … [Read more...] about Free virtual paint party with Arts Access
Market in the Lot in Clayton
Market in the Lot is a mix between a yard sale and a farmers' market. It takes place Saturday, May 15th, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., on the parking lot of Kids 'R' Kids, 307 Tew Court, Clayton. If you'd like to sell something, whether it's clothes your kids have outgrown, or a craft, or something your small business sells, you can purchase a spot for $10. Tents, canopies, blankets and tables … [Read more...] about Market in the Lot in Clayton
May Day at Oak Ridge Farms in Zebulon
Oak Ridge Farms, 92 Thomas Arnold Road, Zebulon, is hosting a family-friendly May Day event on the farm on Saturday, May 1st, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. There will be a large farm market with many vendors. In addition, Las Gringas Taco food truck and Raleigh Rolls ice cream truck will be there. Kids can meet farm animals, including pigs, chickens, goats, bunnies … [Read more...] about May Day at Oak Ridge Farms in Zebulon
Free BBQ and veggies at Geer Street Garden’s 10th Anniversary Party
Geer Street Garden, at 644 Foster Street, in Durham, has been serving up excellent, down-home food and drinks for 10 years. It's our family's favorite restaurant in Durham. It never fails us! Its home is in the former Fletcher's Gulf Station on the corner of Foster and Geer Streets. A lot has changed in Durham in 10 years, and we're lucky that Geer Street Garden has made it and still sharing … [Read more...] about Free BBQ and veggies at Geer Street Garden’s 10th Anniversary Party
New Hope Valley Railway offers additional departures for Triangle’s Train
New Hope Valley Railway New Hope Valley Railway, at 3900 Bonsai Road, New Hill (on the Wake/Chatham County line) has operated for more than 100 years. These days, New Hope Valley Railway's facilities include: An outdoor exhibit of historic and heritage railroad equipment dating back to the 1920 Two steam locomotives More than a half-dozen diesel engines Covered open-air excursion … [Read more...] about New Hope Valley Railway offers additional departures for Triangle’s Train
Bull City Summer Skate Party — free community event
Let's Roll Skate Co. is bringing a FREE community event, Bull City Summer Skate Party, to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Friday, April 30th, 2021, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. This event is for those age 18+. You're asked to wear a mask. It's under a pavilion and will take place rain or shine. From 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. there will be a beginner skate workshop, and from 7 p.m. to … [Read more...] about Bull City Summer Skate Party — free community event
Time Sawyer’s “Sam on Sunday” music variety livestream back for season 2
Time Sawyer is bringing back its popular Sam on Sunday livestreams for season 2, starting February 28th, 2021. The North Carolina-based folk rock band, like all other bands, saw its tour dates vanish in March of last year, and quickly adjusted by presenting a weekly solo livestream from lead singer Sam Tayloe's home. The show grew to include the "Can to Can" segment with musical guests … [Read more...] about Time Sawyer’s “Sam on Sunday” music variety livestream back for season 2
Wake Forest Spring Artisans Market
The Spring Artisan Market, presented by The Wake Forest Guild of Artists, ARTS Wake Forest and Wake Forest Downtown, Inc., will be held outdoors along South White Street on Saturday, April 24, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature more than 40 artisans who specialize in a variety of works including painting, printmaking, 2-D art, photography, candle making, ceramics, needlework, … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Spring Artisans Market
Pullen Park history tours (and more Carousel Centennial celebrations)
Celebrate 100 years of the Pullen Park Carousel with an array of programs throughout the month of April, 2021. Get more details and updates about all the events here. Virtual Celebration Sunday, March 28 - Online Check back soon for details The virtual celebration will feature special guest speakers sending their birthday wishes, a slideshow of old carousel photos, and a zoom … [Read more...] about Pullen Park history tours (and more Carousel Centennial celebrations)
