Leading up to the UNC vs. Duke men's basketball game on Saturday, February 6th, 2021, the student newspapers of the two schools are competing in an annual challenge of their own. The Daily Tar Heel and the Chronicle are competing to see which newspaper can raise the most money leading up to the game. Student journalism is more important than ever, providing an independent voice to the campuses … [Read more...] about UNC vs. Duke Trivia Challenge, presented by the student newspapers
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Road trip to Charlotte for Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru (also, there’s a discount for Great Wolf Lodge!)
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If you're up for a road trip to Concord, just over two hours from the Triangle, you're in for a treat! zMAX Dragway, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 6570 Bruton Smith Blvd, Concord, is hosting a drive-thru event like no other. Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru is coming to town from February 12th to 21st, 2021. Make it an even more amazing trip for your kids with a stay at Great Wolf Lodge in … [Read more...] about Road trip to Charlotte for Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru (also, there’s a discount for Great Wolf Lodge!)
Art reception with free coffee at Cary’s Coffee & Crepes
Coffee & Crepes, at 315 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, specializes in sweet and savory crepes and locally roasted coffee and espresso. They also serve up waffles and smoothies. Enjoy your treats on the outside patio if you choose! In addition, Coffee & Crepes is a home to local art, hosting work by different artists every month. Through February 23rd, Coffee & Crepes will feature the … [Read more...] about Art reception with free coffee at Cary’s Coffee & Crepes
Win ice cream for a year at a checkers contest at Wendell General Store
Wendell General Store, at 28 N. Main Street, Wendell, started as a seasonal candy store in 2014. Now it's a permanent store, carrying candy, both current and nostalgic, jams and jellies, pickles, ice cream, local honey, vintage toys, products from local crafters and more. On Saturday, January 30th, 2021, Wendell General Store is holding its first Quarterly Checkers Championship. To … [Read more...] about Win ice cream for a year at a checkers contest at Wendell General Store
Free women’s self defense class with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Durham
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Durham, at 4908 Hillsborough Road, Durham, is offering a free self defense class for women on Saturday, January 29th, 2022, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Topics covered: How to break free from an attacker who grabs you without warning How to avoid being taken to the ground by a determined attacker How to escape from underneath an attacker who has you pinned The Four-Phase … [Read more...] about Free women’s self defense class with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Durham
National Math Festival goes online in 2021
National Math Festival is an annual event that brings together some of the most fascinating mathematicians of our time to inspire and challenge all ages to see math in new and unexpected ways. It's normally a live event, in Washington, D.C., but this year it will take place virtually, so will be available to all of us, wherever we are. The National Math Festival is organized by the … [Read more...] about National Math Festival goes online in 2021
At the Big Pop Up at PNC Arena, NC Community Action Association will give food to 1,000 families
North Carolina Community Action Association is helping 1,000 families at The Big Pop Up on Tuesday, January 26th, 2021, at PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh. The event will start at 10 a.m. and go until everything is given away. It's first come, first served. This will be a drive-up event. Volunteers will place a food box, beverages, and other assorted home goods into … [Read more...] about At the Big Pop Up at PNC Arena, NC Community Action Association will give food to 1,000 families
IHOP: All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes for FREE with breakfast combo purchase
IHOP‘s popular all-you-can-eat pancakes are back on the menu at participating locations. For a limited time, get the never-ending pancakes for FREE with the purchase of select breakfast combos. Valid breakfast combos for the all-you-can-eat pancakes include: Bacon & Eggs Combo Ultimate Bacon & Sausage Combo Sausage & Eggs Combo Ham & Eggs Combo Regular … [Read more...] about IHOP: All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes for FREE with breakfast combo purchase
FREE patterns and tutorials for making Bernie’s mittens — knit them or sew them from an old sweater
This article was first published on Atlanta on the Cheap! Amid all the pageantry and red-carpet fashion of the presidential inauguration, one now iconic image stands out: Bernie Sanders and his large woolen mittens. The photo of the senator in a parka, mask, and mittens has gone viral, spreading across social media like wildfire, in all its Photoshopped glory. You've probably seen … [Read more...] about FREE patterns and tutorials for making Bernie’s mittens — knit them or sew them from an old sweater
Free wings at Grillbillies in Wendell
Grillbillies, 36 N Pine Street, in Wendell, sells grills, smokers, fryers, outdoor kitchens, and roasters, as well as sauces and rubs. On Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, they'll be hosting Wing Fest! They will be cooking up wings with some new rubs and seasonings, as well as some old favorites. They want you to sample the wings! They'll be cooking the wings from 11 a.m. until they're … [Read more...] about Free wings at Grillbillies in Wendell
