Durham From the Heart is an online series of performances by Durham musicians. They take place on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. The performances will be streamed on Downtown Durham, Inc.'s Facebook page. Here are the first two of February: Luis Rodriguez Wednesday, February 10th, 2021 1 p.m. Free Multi-instrumentalist Luis Rodriguez has played in various bands in the Triangle, including … [Read more...] about Durham From the Heart: Free virtual performances by Durham musical artists
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Preservation Durham’s People + Places Speaker Series — Aaron McDuffie Moore: Founder of Durham’s Black Wall Street
Preservation Durham and The Regulator Bookshop are presenting a book talk as part of their People + Place Speaker Series. The online discussion of the book Aaron McDuffie Moore: An African American Physician, Educator, and Founder of Durham's Black Wall Street, will take place Tuesday, February 16th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. You can watch on Zoom or Preservation Durham's Facebook … [Read more...] about Preservation Durham’s People + Places Speaker Series — Aaron McDuffie Moore: Founder of Durham’s Black Wall Street
Free 30 days of Disney+ with purchase of a box of cereal
For kids of all ages, it doesn't get much better than enjoying a big bowl of your favorite cereal, while watching your favorite cartoon, superhero flick or sci-fi adventure. And there's no better place to find that movie or special than Disney's vast catalog, which includes the worlds of Marvel, National Geographic, Pixar and Star Wars. Thanks to this offer from Kellogg's, you can bring a … [Read more...] about Free 30 days of Disney+ with purchase of a box of cereal
15 best hikes in the Triangle
It's free, it's healthy, it's a natural antidepressant -- what's not to like about hiking? The Triangle area has networks of trails in easy reach, for all levels of ability. Several local trails are part of the larger Mountains-to-Sea network. Here are some favorites: Cary hikes Hemlock Bluffs Four trails, all around a mile long. Hemlock Bluffs houses a rare stand of Piedmont … [Read more...] about 15 best hikes in the Triangle
Mardi Gras For All Y’all — 3 night virtual event from New Orleans
The Mardi Gras parades are canceled this year in New Orleans, and maybe the only silver lining of that is that those of who are not in New Orleans can experience a bit of the fun through the online event that NOLA.com is presenting. Mardi Gras For All Y'all takes place online for three nights, February 12th to 14th, 2021, from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. each night. You can watch it on nola.com, … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras For All Y’all — 3 night virtual event from New Orleans
Flashlight scavenger hunts in Durham parks
Durham Parks and Recreation continues to offer Flashlight Scavenger Hunts in Durham Parks. Grab your flashlight and follow the clues to find what's hidden around the park. This is a free program but requires registration. Each person attending must be registered. There are two sessions each night. Find more information on each event, as well as registration. Schedule for Flashlight … [Read more...] about Flashlight scavenger hunts in Durham parks
Oberlin Village History Run
Oberlin Village History Run is a chance to learn some of Raleigh's history while getting some exercise. It's a self-guided 3-mile running/walking tour of Raleigh's historic Oberlin Village. Although it's called a run, you're encouraged to stop at each location and read about the site. It takes place all through the month of February, 2021, making it a great way to celebrate Black History … [Read more...] about Oberlin Village History Run
Lunar New Year at Yaya Tea Chapel Hill: win prizes with purchase (plus a Valentine’s Day deal)
Yaya Tea, 157 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, offers fruit teas, milk teas, green teas, black teas, herbal teas and more. They have a couple of special deals coming up! On February 14th, 2021, get two small fruity teas in yogurt bottles for $8. Also, starting February 12th, 2021, spend $10 in the store and get a scratch card with prizes including a free small drink, $10 off next … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year at Yaya Tea Chapel Hill: win prizes with purchase (plus a Valentine’s Day deal)
Pop-Up Disc Golf Course at Dix Park
Through a partnership between the City of Raleigh and North Carolina State University, there is a new 9-Hole Temporary Disc Golf Course at Dix Park. It's open for play in February and March 2021. The course is a blend of long open and lightly wooded holes through Dix Park Flowers Field and NCSU Centennial Campus East. This temporary 9-hole disc golf course is designed for intermediate … [Read more...] about Pop-Up Disc Golf Course at Dix Park
Cupid’s Bash at Pullen Park
Enjoy a day full of Valentine's Day activities at Pullen Park! Cupid's Bash takes place Saturday, February 13th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Complete a self-guided Valentine's Day bingo card for a chance to win a prize. See how well you know your significant other in "The Newlywed Game" on the event lawn and stage at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. Play "Cupid's Carnival Games" for $3 to … [Read more...] about Cupid’s Bash at Pullen Park
