Raleigh Parks is presenting drive-in movies with a holiday theme the first two weekends in December. Tickets are just $5 a car, and are available now. One thing we've learned this year, as events have shifted to drive-in and drive-thru events, is that tickets get grabbed pretty quickly, so don't delay. To get tickets, to go Reclink.raleighnc.gov and search for the barcode for each event, … [Read more...] about Festive Flix Drive-In Holiday Movies in Raleigh Parks — just $5 a car, but tickets might go quickly
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Brickyard Broadcast –new music from NC State in virtual reality on a digital Brickyard
The Department of Music presents the NC State orchestras and choirs with the Concert Singers of Cary, performing the world premiere of a new work by composer Lisa Bielawa entirely in virtual reality on a digital Brickyard built by the NC State University Libraries. The event takes place Thursday, November 12th, 2020, at 6 p.m. It's free, and no registration is required. Go here to find the link … [Read more...] about Brickyard Broadcast –new music from NC State in virtual reality on a digital Brickyard
Discount package for Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre — save 44% on movie, popcorn & soda
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Drive-in movies are a favorite tradition for many families, and with so many other forms of entertainment unavailable at the moment, they are experiencing a surge of interest across the country. Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre is located 3336 Raleigh Road, in Henderson, about 40 minutes from both Raleigh and Durham, and just 23 miles from Wake Forest. It's North Carolina's … [Read more...] about Discount package for Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre — save 44% on movie, popcorn & soda
In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala street painting at Dix Park
VAE Raleigh is presenting an event, In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala Street Painting at Adam's Building Parking Lot at Dix Park. The painting will take place on Saturday, November 7th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the finished artwork can be viewed on Sunday, November 8th, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you'd like to register to participate to create some artwork, click here and … [Read more...] about In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala street painting at Dix Park
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center re-opening — here’s what you need to know
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, is reopening on November 7th, 2020, after a 6-month closure and 18-month renovation. Their hours on opening weekend will be: Saturday, November 7th: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, November 8th: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Timed tickets will be required. From Morehead Planetarium and Science Center's … [Read more...] about Morehead Planetarium and Science Center re-opening — here’s what you need to know
November in the Triangle — the top things to do this month
Enjoy the cooler temperatures, fall foliage, and Christmas lights in November. You'll find craft markets, nature activities, and more. Plan November 2020 with this list of the top things to do in the Triangle. We've highlighted a few events this month, but after reading those, please scroll down for our huge (and we do mean huge) calendar of things to do in the Triangle in November. This … [Read more...] about November in the Triangle — the top things to do this month
UNC-TV Preview Screening of Something in the Water: A Kinston Basketball Story and Virtual Discussion
UNC-TV is presenting a free preview screening of Something in the Water: A Kinston Basketball Story and Virtual Discussion on Thursday, November 5th, 2020, at 7 p.m. When you register at this link you'll receive a link to the watch the preview. This special event begins with a preview screening of the docu-short film Something in the Water: A Kinston Basketball Story. The film explores the … [Read more...] about UNC-TV Preview Screening of Something in the Water: A Kinston Basketball Story and Virtual Discussion
Election Day in North Carolina — what you need to know
Election Day Information Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020, is Election Day. If you haven't voted by early voting or absentee voting, this is your day. Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote, no matter how long it takes. The busiest times are when polls open and when the close. Not sure of … [Read more...] about Election Day in North Carolina — what you need to know
5 thrift shops to check out in Cary (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
Cary is Wake County's second-largest municipality and the third-largest municipality in the Triangle. It’s also home to several fantastic thrift stores. If you have a Saturday to ‘thrift-hop’, you can easily hit all five of these. In addition to finding great bargains, by shopping at these stores you'll be helping the community. Proceeds from each of these stores helps … [Read more...] about 5 thrift shops to check out in Cary (bonus: a huge list of thrift stores across the Triangle)
Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
Notasium and Smile First Dental are presenting a Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail in Durham and Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 31st, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families can put on their costumes and trick or treat safely, while receiving fun treats at participating businesses. For example, The Smile First Dental team, along with Notasium’s “Notasioneers,” will be giving out treats as the … [Read more...] about Durham and Chapel Hill Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
