If you know where to look you can find a lot of (fun) ways to get smarter in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. Learning is not limited to kids. Universities offer Science Cafés and astronomy talks, there are Nerd Nite organizations in Chapel and Raleigh, and breweries regularly host various educational events. At past events, participants learned about: You get the idea. … [Read more...] about Fun and casual learning opportunities in the Triangle for adults and teens
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Save Money with Triangle Area Pest Control Promotions
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Unfortunately, rodents, spiders, termites, and other pests can make their way into your home or office. Rather than trying to get rid of them on your own, trust a professional pest control company. By hiring a professional pest control company, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your infestation is handled by a highly trained and experienced technicians. One of the main … [Read more...] about Save Money with Triangle Area Pest Control Promotions
Paywall: The Business of Scholarship – Screening & Discussion
Once a month, Periodic Table--a monthly science cafe, invites the public to an informal gathering where speakers share interesting, relevant science to the general public in an engaging and interactive way. The events take place at Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Ave, Durham. They're free to attend, but donations are accepted. But next up with Periodic Tables is a little different. It's a film … [Read more...] about Paywall: The Business of Scholarship – Screening & Discussion
Quiznos Gyro are coming back. Get a Gyro Flatbread for $1 Oct 17
Quiznos is bringing back its Gyro for a limited time and is celebrating by offering the Gyro flatbread for $1 on October 17th. If you're a member of Quiznos' Toasty Point loyalty app you can get a $1 Gyro flatbread October 10-16. The Gyro flatbread features seasoned beef & lamb gyro, crumbled feta, banana peppers, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and topped with tzatziki … [Read more...] about Quiznos Gyro are coming back. Get a Gyro Flatbread for $1 Oct 17
Free Family Carnival at Heritage Urgent & Primary Care in North Raleigh
Bring the kids to a free Family Carnival at Heritage Urgent & Primary Care, 13271 Strickland Road, Raleigh, on Saturday, September 29th, 2018, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy: Food Games Bounce houses Music Prizes Raffle Flu shots Free blood pressure screenings More RSVPs are requested but not required. heather@gladwellorthodontics.com This event is being put … [Read more...] about Free Family Carnival at Heritage Urgent & Primary Care in North Raleigh
Explore More at Pritchard Park: Monarch Madness and Story Walk
Pritchard Park, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, provides an opportunity for kids to learn and play outside, in an unstructured way. There's a nature play space where kids can dig, and can build, using stumps and logs from a large, old willow oak that was replaced on Franklin Street, and boulders from sites around town. Kids can borrow a backpack with binoculars, magnifiers and a … [Read more...] about Explore More at Pritchard Park: Monarch Madness and Story Walk
UNC Symphony Orchestra concert with Marc Callahan, bass-baritone
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Music Department presents many concerts and music events every year, by students, faculty and visiting artists. Many of them are free. I'm a big fan of the UNC Music Department. I've been to many concerts and have never been disappointed. The music department is not only excellent for music students and valuable for the UNC student body, but is … [Read more...] about UNC Symphony Orchestra concert with Marc Callahan, bass-baritone
Get free filtered water at Fullsteam Brewery before, during or after Hurricane Florence
Do you need some water to have on hand, just in case, during Hurricane Florence? Stop by Fullsteam Brewery, and you can fill up your containers for free. This message was on Fullsteam's Facebook page: Need water in preparation for the impending storm? We are happy to fill your containers. Enter through Madison St. and introduce yourself to any of our friendly brewery crew. … [Read more...] about Get free filtered water at Fullsteam Brewery before, during or after Hurricane Florence
Victra Verizon Stores: discount and free services to help prepare for and deal with Hurricane Florence
Victra, owner of many local Verizon stores, is offering a discount and two free services for those in need of them during and after Hurricane Florence. From now through Friday, September 21st: 30% discount on portable power supplies for charging smart phones Charging stations for residents in any stores that have power themselves Smartphone dry-out services – a one-time service using … [Read more...] about Victra Verizon Stores: discount and free services to help prepare for and deal with Hurricane Florence
Raleigh and Durham are opening parking decks for free during Hurricane Florence
City of Raleigh The City of Raleigh is opening up 4 parking decks for free parking during Hurricane Florence for those nervous about cars flooding. They will be open for free from Thursday, September 13th, at noon, until Monday, September 17th, at 7 a.m. At 7 a.m. they will start charging, although if that changes, they'll update on Twitter. The four parking garages are: City Center / … [Read more...] about Raleigh and Durham are opening parking decks for free during Hurricane Florence
