If you can avoid it, don't go to a grocery store right now. Delivery or curbside pickup is the safer choice. Here is a side-by-side comparison of several grocery delivery services. The problem is that, for some of the stores, time slots for delivery are very limited. In addition, items are often out of stock. With that in mind, here are a few other places to order groceries from that you … [Read more...] about Having trouble getting grocery store delivery or pickup? Here are 10 other ways to get groceries
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Tip a local service industry worker from home
Service Industry workers are being hit hard right now, as restaurants and bars have temporarily closed. Here's one way to help. Service Industry Tips is a nationwide website that serves the Triangle as well as many other cities. The way it works is simple. Any time you have a drink at home (I’ll add: any time you have a meal at home too) refresh the website, and you’ll see the name of a … [Read more...] about Tip a local service industry worker from home
12 free streaming services for movies and TV shows
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There are more FREE streaming services out there than you would imagine! Here’s a primer on where you can stream movies and TV shows for free. These are all legal sites, with no bootleg content or copyright violations. Yes, they come with a catch — you may need a library card, or be willing to sit through commercials. And some ones without commercials are part of a 30-day free trial, which you … [Read more...] about 12 free streaming services for movies and TV shows
20 companies hiring right now
Many people have lost jobs in recent weeks, either permanently or temporarily. If you're worried about how to make ends meet, it is helpful to know that some companies are still hiring. You can probably find a job. Demand for workers at grocery stores, drugstores, delivery services, hardware stores and some restaurants that deliver has grown. In some cases, the jobs will be permanent, and in … [Read more...] about 20 companies hiring right now
New: Harry Potter at Home website
Parents, here's another online resource for your kids. The Wizarding World Team, along with J.K. Rowling, has introduced Harry Potter at Home. The site promises to cast a "Banishing Charm" on boredom, with: Magical craft videos Fun articles Quizzes Puzzles More Some of the first offerings are: First Year Harry Potter Quiz How to draw a Niffler Harry … [Read more...] about New: Harry Potter at Home website
“Chill Out with Polar Bears” — live chats with scientists and more
Polar Bears International is offering a special Tundra Connection series, Chill Out with Polar Bears, for students, life-long learners, and all those interested in polar bears and the Arctic. During the live programming you'll hear from polar bear storytellers and experts, and even get a chance to ask them questions. Follow their schedule here. You'll also find recommended curriculum for … [Read more...] about “Chill Out with Polar Bears” — live chats with scientists and more
Rockefeller Center’s Happy Hour Art Party: get your photo drawn as an illustration
Rockefeller Center is holding a weekly virtual Happy Hour Art Party on Fridays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event takes place on Rockefeller Center's Instagram, so make sure to follow the account. That way you'll see when the Instagram Live event starts. At the Happy Hour Art Party, @angelicahicks, Rockefeller Center friend & illustrator, brings the Rockefeller Center community to life on … [Read more...] about Rockefeller Center’s Happy Hour Art Party: get your photo drawn as an illustration
Triangle area breweries now offering curbside pickup and delivery — learn how to get your beer from 32 breweries
Taprooms are temporarily closed, but many breweries are offering curbside pickup and delivery. A few breweries have temporarily closed completely, but most of them at least have to-go available. Read on to see which ones have delivery, and how it works, as well as some details about what they’re offering for pickup. Some breweries are also offering pickup and delivery of food at the … [Read more...] about Triangle area breweries now offering curbside pickup and delivery — learn how to get your beer from 32 breweries
Carrboro United Local Food Hub is a way to buy food from local restaurants and farmers without leaving your car
Carrboro United is helping residents bring home great food, while helping Carrboro restaurants and farms survive this difficult time, and keeping employees working. It's a one-stop food hub that takes place three times a week in the heart of Carrboro. By shopping for food from Carrboro United, you're not only getting delicious and nutritious food, but you're also helping local businesses stay … [Read more...] about Carrboro United Local Food Hub is a way to buy food from local restaurants and farmers without leaving your car
Alvin Ailey Dance Theater streams free performances and dance classes
The arts are so important during stressful times. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is the latest arts organization to offer free streaming content. The dance company is launching Ailey All Access as a new platform for sharing past performances, short films, interviews, and even dance classes. It kicks off on Monday, March 30th, 2020, with a 7 p.m. release of Alvin Ailey’s moving … [Read more...] about Alvin Ailey Dance Theater streams free performances and dance classes
