National Avocado Day is Friday, July 31st, 2020. Don't confuse this with National Guacamole Day, which will take place Wednesday, September 16th, 2020. On National Avocado Day we pay homage to the avocado, whether in the form of guacamole, or on toast, on a sandwich, or eaten just with a little bit of salt. Here are some special deals to help you celebrate National Avocado Day, and and … [Read more...] about National Avocado Day Deals and Freebies
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North Carolina artists join together to create an album to benefit Cat’s Cradle
Music venues are experiencing some dire times right now. Shows aren't happening, but they still have the expenses of rent and other overhead costs. Even after they're able to start presenting shows again, they will be facing reduced revenue. Some of the most notable artists in North Carolina, across multiple genres, have joined together to help Cat's Cradle, the iconic music venue in Carrboro … [Read more...] about North Carolina artists join together to create an album to benefit Cat’s Cradle
Free week-long virtual Camp Carolina from Tar Heels Together
Tar Heels Together is offering a FREE week-long virtual camp for kids in grades K-12. Camp Carolina runs from July 20th to 24th, and features STEM, arts, astronomy and more, with programs brought to you by Carolina institutions like Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, Ackland Art Museum, North Carolina Botanical Garden and BeAM@CAROLINA. On … [Read more...] about Free week-long virtual Camp Carolina from Tar Heels Together
Some area libraries are ditching fines on late materials — learn why they’re doing it and how it will work
Ditching late fines is a trend in libraries across the country. This change is an effort to increase access to resources and to address equity issues. What many libraries have found is that late fees weren't serving their purpose. The idea was to encourage patrons to return items, but, instead, they were keeping people from returning items and using the library again, because they couldn't … [Read more...] about Some area libraries are ditching fines on late materials — learn why they’re doing it and how it will work
Starbucks: Buy-one-get-one free beverage July 16
Stir up big savings at Starbucks, thanks to its popular Happy Hour offer. The discounted beverage is available on July 16th, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The discount is available on at participating locations. (The offer may also be available at cafés located within other retailers, namely grocery stores.) The special is available from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The offer is available for … [Read more...] about Starbucks: Buy-one-get-one free beverage July 16
Shop Small: Get up to $50 credit from American Express by shopping in local stores
Shop local for big savings from American Express. Shop Small is an initiative from American Express encouraging customers to shop in local stores rather than the big-box retailers. As an incentive, American Express cardholders can get up to $50 in statement credits, when they shop at a local shops through Sept. 20. Here’s how it works: Sign-Up — Enroll an eligible American Express Card … [Read more...] about Shop Small: Get up to $50 credit from American Express by shopping in local stores
The 19th Amendment Project by Burning Coal Theatre, a series of short plays
Burning Coal Theatre presents The 19th Amendment Project, a collection of short plays written by some of the most accomplished women and/or non-binary playwrights working today, writing on the passage of the 19th Amendment 100 years ago and its ongoing impact. Each of the 14 plays will be released virtually, one at a time, between August Aug 17 – 30. Tickets to view each 10 minute play will be … [Read more...] about The 19th Amendment Project by Burning Coal Theatre, a series of short plays
Panera Bread: Get unlimited FREE coffee through September 7
Panera Bread is offering a hot deal for hot (or cold) coffee. It’s estimated that Americans spend more than $1,000 on coffee annually. However, with Panera Bread’s coffee subscription program, that price could drop to $108 every year. The service offers unlimited hot coffee, iced coffee and hot tea (with unlimited refills of the same beverage each day) for just $8.99 a month at participating … [Read more...] about Panera Bread: Get unlimited FREE coffee through September 7
Thinking of homeschooling this year? Here’s what you need to know
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
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
