V Pizza, 1389 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, is providing some entertainment for families while we wait for more events to start back up. Every evening, from Wednesday to Saturday, V Pizza will be showing a drive-in movie at sunset. These will be family-friendly movies...not necessarily "kid" movies, but nothing rated R. Please make sure to check their Facebook page or Instagram for announcements … [Read more...] about V Pizza in Cary is showing drive-in movies for free 4 times a week
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Graduation Shout-Outs for the Class of 2020
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! This page is to honor the graduating high school and college students, with special messages from your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, other relatives and friends. Your senior year didn't end in the way any of us had hoped or expected, but looking through the pictures and messages that your loved ones submitted gives us all great hope and … [Read more...] about Graduation Shout-Outs for the Class of 2020
Watch Synchronous Fireflies from Great Smoky Mountains — from home
Every year in late May or early June, synchronous fireflies (scientific name: Photinus carolinus) put on a show in the Great Smoky Mountains, most specifically in Elkmont Campground in Tennessee, drawing a crowd from around the world. These are no ordinary fireflies, and this is not an ordinary crowd. Synchronous fireflies are different because they flash their lights in unison, creating a … [Read more...] about Watch Synchronous Fireflies from Great Smoky Mountains — from home
Last days to submit a graduate shout-out for our new graduate page! (It’s free!)
UPDATE: We've reached the deadline for submitting graduation shout-outs. Stay tuned for the graduation shout-out page! This year didn't turn out the way any of us expected. It's been a big disappointment to graduates and their family. Just because graduation ceremonies have been postponed, canceled or altered does not mean that your students' achievements are any less noteworthy. At … [Read more...] about Last days to submit a graduate shout-out for our new graduate page! (It’s free!)
Read J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book “The Ickabog” online for free
J.K. Rowling is casting her spells for children again, but this time, with a book that isn't about magic. Her new children's book, "The Ickabog," will be published in November, but as a gift to children in these chaotic times, it will be available one (or two) chapters each day, online, for free. In her own words, “The idea for The Ickabog came to me, while I was still writing Harry … [Read more...] about Read J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book “The Ickabog” online for free
Triangle breweries — which have opened and which are opening soon
On 5 p.m. on Friday, May 22nd, breweries in North Carolina were permitted to re-open. Many have been offering curbside pickup and delivery the last couple of months, and you can expect to see those services end or diminish at many breweries with the re-opening of their in-person service, although some breweries will continue to offer curbside and delivery services. Some breweries have elected … [Read more...] about Triangle breweries — which have opened and which are opening soon
Healthcare workers: get a free lawn mowing
Plowz & Mowz, with a partnership by Toro, is offering FREE lawn mowing to healthcare workers, for a limited time. Learn about more freebies and discounts for healthcare workers. About the company: Plowz & Mowz offers lawn mowing on-demand, through local lawncare partners. They offer other services as well, although they might not be available in all areas: Plowz/Mowz operates … [Read more...] about Healthcare workers: get a free lawn mowing
Get totally free pizza at Pizza Hut, but you might have to act fast
The importance of pizza to education can't be overstated. Many late night study sessions and term papers are fueled by pizza. Pizza Hut is helping high school graduates celebrate their major milestone with a FREE medium pizza. No purchase required. They are giving away half a million pizzas. This offer is fresh from the oven and piping hot! This offer is actually open to everyone, … [Read more...] about Get totally free pizza at Pizza Hut, but you might have to act fast
30% discount on Sonos purchases for healthcare workers and first responders
Starting today, Sonos is offering a discount of 30% for a single purchase to healthcare workers and first responders. Sonos also hardly ever offers substantial discounts, so this is a big deal. This offer is valid through the end of 2020. Also check out this list of other discounts and freebies for healthcare workers and first responders. Sonos offers all-in-one speakers, home theater … [Read more...] about 30% discount on Sonos purchases for healthcare workers and first responders
Local businesses: advertise your deals on Triangle on the Cheap…for FREE
Times are hard for small businesses, and we want to help get the word out about your deals. So we are going to be introducing a new feature to Triangle on the Cheap for local businesses to advertise their deals. Right now we are offering this advertising for free, with the option of a very inexpensive ($25) enhanced listing. We are accepting deal submissions now, and the Triangle on the … [Read more...] about Local businesses: advertise your deals on Triangle on the Cheap…for FREE
