Now you have a new way to keep in touch with Triangle on the Cheap, and with other locals who are interested in free and cheap things to do. In addition to the Triangle on the Cheap Facebook page, which isn't changing, we now also have a Triangle on the Cheap Community Facebook Group. The Facebook group will make it easier for you to communicate about free and cheap things to do and reach … [Read more...] about New: Triangle on the Cheap Facebook group
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Free Cinnabon for nurses May 6-11
May 6th through May 11th, 2019, is Nurse Appreciate Week, and Cinnabon is showing its appreciation by offering all healthcare workers a MiniBon Roll or BonBites (4-ct.) for FREE at participating locations. Nurses just need to show their healthcare ID badge. This is a way to say thank you to nurses for all of their hard work and compassion. Just stop by any participating Cinnabon during … [Read more...] about Free Cinnabon for nurses May 6-11
First Friday at City Market–Art in the Market
Stop by City Market, 215 Wolfe Street, Raleigh, as part of your First Friday experience on Friday, May 3rd, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. At Art in the Market, enjoy music and visual art, and purchase food and drink or shop at City Market tenants, who will be open late for Friday Friday. Music: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Saxaphonist - Freddy Greene 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 … [Read more...] about First Friday at City Market–Art in the Market
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at 5 local bookstores
Celebrate independent bookstores at Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27th, 2019. This day of appreciation is happening around the country. Here are some celebrations in the Triangle: Quail Ridge Books, Raleigh 4209 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh Independent Bookstore Day event at Quail Ridge Books April 27th, 2019 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free All day: Crafts and coloring for kids … [Read more...] about Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at 5 local bookstores
Free fencing class with Mid-South Fencers’ Club in Durham
Mid-South Fencers' Club, at 125 N. Gregson Street, Durham, offers occasional free classes to the community. Here are two that are coming up: Free Community Longsword Class Saturday, April 13th, 2019 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Age 14+ Fascinated with swords? Want to learn to wield one of the most iconic weapons in history? Come and experience the thrill of learning to wield the two-handed medieval … [Read more...] about Free fencing class with Mid-South Fencers’ Club in Durham
Music on the Porch: Rachel Baiman April 25 (at UNC)
The Center for the Study of the American South is committed to strong research and scholarship on the history, contemporary experience, diverse cultures, and global context of the South. As part of that commitment, it presents a free concert series, Music on the Porch, at Love House and Hutchins Forum, on Thursdays. 410 East Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. The Center also presents other events … [Read more...] about Music on the Porch: Rachel Baiman April 25 (at UNC)
Free: Fitness Easter Egg Hunt (mainly for adults) in Chapel Hill
Fresh Air Fitness is holding a free Fitness Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 21st, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., in Chapel Hill. Meet in the parking lot of the Chapel Hill Community Center, 120 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. Approximately 600 plastic eggs will be hidden around the park, each containing an exercise. Open it, complete the exercise then put the egg in your bag before moving on. A … [Read more...] about Free: Fitness Easter Egg Hunt (mainly for adults) in Chapel Hill
TechGirlz: Free Workshop for Girls on Digital Mapping
TechGirlz is an organization with the mission is to inspire middle school girls to explore the possibilities of technology to empower their future careers. There's a chapter in the Triangle, and they hold free workshops for girls in 6th through 9th grade. Here are some upcoming session: Mapping for Humanity: Using Digital Mapping to Better the WorldTuesday, April 23rd, 20195 p.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about TechGirlz: Free Workshop for Girls on Digital Mapping
Grand Opening of B.GOOD in Durham–free smoothie samples
B.GOOD is opening its 75th location within One City Center, at 110 N. Corcoran Street, Durham, on Thursday, April 18th, 2019. It's hours are: Monday to Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. They will be having a grand opening celebration on Thursday, April 18th, 2019, that features: Live music Smoothie samples Prize Giveaways The first 50 attendees … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of B.GOOD in Durham–free smoothie samples
Free Kids Day Out Event at Grace Bible Fellowship, Cary
Grace Bible Fellowship, 9043 Chapel Hill Road, Cary, is holding a free Kids Day Out Event on Saturday, April 27th, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register at the above link. The event is for kids in 1st through 5th grade. There will be games, activities and snacks. If it rains or the ground is wet the event will be moved inside. More upcoming free things for kids to do in the … [Read more...] about Free Kids Day Out Event at Grace Bible Fellowship, Cary