Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
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Third Friday: Opening Night in the Loose Leaf Gallery
Loose Leaf Gallery, upstairs in the Durham Food Hall, 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting the opening reception of "Faces, Figures and Fantasy" on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. It's free to attend. This new exhibition features expressive figures and abstract paintings by Rusty Branscom and dreamy landscapes and sculptures by Virginia Green. Music by Durham … [Read more...] about Third Friday: Opening Night in the Loose Leaf Gallery
Durham Ballet Theatre: Free sensory-friendly performance of Cinderella May 16 (registration required)
Durham Ballet Theatre is performing Cinderella -- A Storybook Ballet on May 17, 2025, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., at Carolina Theatre of Durham, 309 W Morgan Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets cost: Purchase tickets here. In addition, Durham Ballet Theatre is presenting a sensory-friendly performance on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is FREE, but registration is required and … [Read more...] about Durham Ballet Theatre: Free sensory-friendly performance of Cinderella May 16 (registration required)
Liberty Arts: Spring Third Friday at Durham Central Park
Join Liberty Arts for Third Friday at Durham Central Park, 538 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. Here's what's happening at the Foundry: … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts: Spring Third Friday at Durham Central Park
Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
Vault Craft Beer, at 518 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presented many comedy nights throughout 2025. Read on for several events. A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy ShowcaseFriday, May 16, 20258 p.m.Free Free High Rise tasting at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Hosted by Joel Fuster. Featuring: Comedy Nights Comedy nights will take place on … [Read more...] about Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: The Embers on May 16
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2025. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: The Embers on May 16
Free Cary Town Band Concert May 16: Women Who Create Music
The Cary Town Band is a concert band based in Cary, North Carolina, which seeks to bring the love of music to the people of the area by performing free concerts and supporting the town by providing musical entertainment at their civic, cultural and community events. They provide an opportunity for community musicians to grow together and inspire others in their understanding and appreciation of … [Read more...] about Free Cary Town Band Concert May 16: Women Who Create Music
Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the free Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 East Franklin Street. This is a chance for teens who are interested in science to get to know each other, enjoy some free pizza, and learn from an engaging science speaker. Teen Science Café takes place on the following evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m.: Teen Science Cafe is free, and no … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium
Third Friday Durham Art Walk and Gallery Crawl: May 16
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk and Gallery Crawl: May 16
Free Weather Radios from City of Raleigh
The City of Raleigh is distributing free weather radios to the community. NOAA weather radios distribute continuous updates from the National Weather Service and local emergency management agencies. Most run on battery power, making them useful during power outages. Weather alert radios broadcast from several VHF frequencies. No cell towers are required. If you can't charge your cell phone, or … [Read more...] about Free Weather Radios from City of Raleigh
