Throughout the holiday season we've maintained a list of the best Christmas light displays in the Triangle, and Holland Road Lights have been featured on that list. They are presenting a special show on New Year's Eve. As always, it's free to enjoy. (And, as always, please obey all traffic laws and be considerate of the homeowner's neighbors.) On Thursday, December 31st, 2020, the show will … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Light Show at Holland Road Lights, in Fuquay-Varina
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Last day: Free coffee for front-line responders at Starbucks in December
Starbucks is brimming with gratitude for our front-line responders all around the country. There’s really no way of thanking our first responders and hospital workers for their work and sacrifice, but we can all try in our own way. One really good way is to wear your mask and social distance to lower the level of community spread, and keep our front-line workers safer. For their part, … [Read more...] about Last day: Free coffee for front-line responders at Starbucks in December
The Avett Brothers present a Virtual New Year’s Eve Concert, with guest artists Willie Nelson, Brandi Carlile, many more…
North Carolina band The Avett Brothers has a tradition of performing in North Carolina every New Year's Eve. They've held New Year's Eve shows in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and more North Carolina cities. This New Year's Eve, December 31st, 2020, they're performing for all of North Carolina, and beyond. They're streaming a full band concert, including special guests, and a New Year's … [Read more...] about The Avett Brothers present a Virtual New Year’s Eve Concert, with guest artists Willie Nelson, Brandi Carlile, many more…
15 free fitness apps and online workouts to help you get your workout done at home
Snowstorms, hurricanes, tornado watches. There have always been reasons why people have had to spend days or weeks at home, unable to go about daily activities. So, even if you're a regular at your gym, it's helpful to have a backup plan. Our mental health is very much connected to our physical health and well-being. Some of our go-to fitness routines aren't available to us right now, … [Read more...] about 15 free fitness apps and online workouts to help you get your workout done at home
Nativity Walk — A Christmas Eve Journey at New Hope Baptist Church
New Hope Baptist Church, 4301 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, is presenting Nativity Walk -- A Christmas Eve Journey on Thursday, December 24th, 2020, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. You will move from the Fellowship Hall, down the hall toward the Sanctuary, into the Narthex, and into the Sanctuary on a slow journey through Scripture, art, and live Nativity scenes. Eight stations will invite you into the … [Read more...] about Nativity Walk — A Christmas Eve Journey at New Hope Baptist Church
A Walking Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour
The Annual Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour has been transformed into a self-guided tour that you can take any day from December 12th to 27th, 2020. You can take the tour from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. It takes one to two hours. The tour route is approximately 2.3 miles. This is the 49th annual tour. Take a walk through history this holiday season, as twenty-three properties in the Historic … [Read more...] about A Walking Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour
When will I get my second stimulus check — and how much?
You might have some questions about the second federal stimulus check. Do I qualify for a stimulus check? When will I get a stimulus check? How much will my stimulus check be? What if I don't have direct deposit set up? We have some answers. Please note that we are not accountants, and we're just sharing publicly available information. Please consult a tax professional if you have any … [Read more...] about When will I get my second stimulus check — and how much?
How to view the great conjunction — the meeting of Jupiter and Saturn December (some are calling it the “Christmas Star”)
Perhaps you've heard of the astronomical event that scientists are calling the great conjunction and that some people are calling the Christmas Star. It should be very visible from all area in the Triangle, as long as skies are clear! Skywatching is free and fun! Bundle up and head outside! What is the Great Conjunction? From the vantage point of Earth, Jupiter and Saturn are inching toward … [Read more...] about How to view the great conjunction — the meeting of Jupiter and Saturn December (some are calling it the “Christmas Star”)
Need a spot for a socially distanced gathering? Carrboro is waiving fees for park pavilions
Recognizing the need for outdoor gathering spots, the Town of Carrboro is waiving fees for pavilion rentals at public parks through January 31st, 2021. This gives residents a place to safely meet, outdoors. (Aren't we lucky we have mostly mild winters?) The pavilions are located at the following parks: Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1200 … [Read more...] about Need a spot for a socially distanced gathering? Carrboro is waiving fees for park pavilions
Movie Night at Pace Family Farms: Home Alone
Pace Family Farms, at 12701 Buffalo Road, in Clayton, practices sustainable agriculture to bring you strawberries, onions, broccoli, cabbage, green beans, cucumbers, squash, strawberries and more. Pace Family Farms is included in our list of you-pick farms throughout the Triangle. Movie Night at Pace Family Farm Most Fridays in the fall, Pace Family Farm is hosting a movie … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Pace Family Farms: Home Alone
