Most parents were “homeschooling” their children, not by choice, for the last few months of the 2019/2020 school year. And now, the 2020/2021 school year looms ahead, with more uncertainty than we’ve ever faced before. North Carolina public schools will be opening with "moderate social distancing," although school districts can opt for remote-only learning if they feel that they need to. But … [Read more...] about Thinking of homeschooling this year? Here’s what you need to know
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Post-Juneteenth Open Air Market in Durham
The Other America Movement is presenting the Post-Juneteenth Celebration Open Air Market on Friday, July 10th, 2020, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., at 117 Hunt Street, Durham. This will be a day of peace, unity and reflection, celebrating black independence and excellence. The event will include: Black vendors Craftspeople Food and drink Black Wall Street era jazz Live … [Read more...] about Post-Juneteenth Open Air Market in Durham
Around the World of Mental Health: A Virtual Escape
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Durham (NAMI) and Project Passport LLC are partnering to launch “Around the World of Mental Health: A Virtual Escape” They will take you through your own world of mental health along with the world of mental health and wellness resources around you. Presenters all over the triangle area taking part. Learn about how important mental health is to … [Read more...] about Around the World of Mental Health: A Virtual Escape
Walmart is transforming parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
Starting in August, Walmart will be providing much-needed family entertainment by transforming parking lots in some of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters. You might also be interested in Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre in Henderson. We don't know yet which Walmart stores will be hosting the movies, and if there will be any in the Triangle, but here's what we do … [Read more...] about Walmart is transforming parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
Emancipation Tours and Juneteenth Celebration at Historic Stagville
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about Emancipation Tours and Juneteenth Celebration at Historic Stagville
Fireworks scheduled in Benson
You might have to drive a little bit from the heart of the Triangle to see fireworks this year. One of the places that's still planning a fireworks display is Benson. Please scroll down for more 4th of July events around the Triangle. It will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2020, around 9 p.m., and should be viewable from many places around Benson. There is no gathering … [Read more...] about Fireworks scheduled in Benson
TravelCenters of America offer free meal to veterans July 4
TravelCenters of America offers free meal, no purchase required, on veterans, active duty military and reservists, on Saturday, July 4th, 2020. Find a location here. The press release: TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA), operator of the TA, Petro Stopping Centers and TA Express brands, invites all active duty military, veterans and reservists to enjoy a complimentary meal at … [Read more...] about TravelCenters of America offer free meal to veterans July 4
Stream Hamilton movie, with original Broadway cast, starting July 3
For Hamilton fans, the long awaited day has come. Disney Plus subscribers can watch the Hamilton movie starting July 3rd, 2020, at 3 a.m. Broadway shows have been canceled for the rest of 2020, sports are on hold, live music is almost non-existent, and new movie releases, in any setting, are hard to come by. So the release of the Hamilton movie is a bright light in an otherwise dim season for … [Read more...] about Stream Hamilton movie, with original Broadway cast, starting July 3
Discounts: 50% off a new Sam’s Club membership, plus free gift card and more
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Have you been thinking about a Sam’s Club membership? Here’s a great way to try it out and check the fit. For a limited time, Groupon is offering NEW memberships only for up to 62% off regular price, plus a handful of other perks and freebies. You can choose between two options, listed below. Remember, these are for new memberships only — you cannot renew an existing membership with this … [Read more...] about Discounts: 50% off a new Sam’s Club membership, plus free gift card and more
LEGO fans — head to The Brickworld Virtual LEGO Expo
In-person Brickworld conventions are on hold, but Brickworld is coming through with the Brickworld Virtual Con Fireworks on Saturday, June 27th, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 6 .m. Future Brickworld Virtual Conventions: Tickets are $9, or you can get a pass for all remaining shows for $22. Only 2,000 tickets are being released for each show, so register now. $1 from each ticket will be … [Read more...] about LEGO fans — head to The Brickworld Virtual LEGO Expo
