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Fenty Beauty, the cosmetics brand that Rihanna launched in 2017, is known for its inclusivity across many skin tones. Fenty Beauty is currently hosting its Summer Warm-Up Sale, with many, many products on sale, up to 60% off. Shop the whole sale here, or browse some popular items below. … [Read more...] about Fenty Beauty’s Summer Warm-Up Sale: Get up to 60% off
Get ready for summer with this huge sale on women's swimwear. You'll find deals (many of them at 50% off) on swimsuits and coverups from multiple shops, including J. Crew, Lands End and more. There are choices for every style preference and every body. Go directly to the sales, or keep scrolling for some of the deals! Sales at: … [Read more...] about Huge discounts (many 50% off) on swimsuits and coverups
Anticapitalist Crafts is hosting a monthly art club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar, 725 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. on these dates: This is a chance to create, explore new mediums, and gather with other artists. Each month supplies will be provided to enable participants to try out new methods of playing with texture, color, assemblage, and … [Read more...] about Art Club at Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar May 27
PineCone is presenting a FREE Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at House of Many Porches Market at Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration opens at May 30, 2026, at 12 p.m. This workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate players. Join an engaging workshop … [Read more...] about Free Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop at Dix Park June 13 (registration required)
Outdoor movies are a hugely popular event in the warm months in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill, and beyond. Read on to see a day-by-day list of outdoor movies. Take a look at the calendar and follow the links for details. Many of these events are free, but some require ticket purchase, and are likely to sell out. Upcoming Outdoor Movies … [Read more...] about Outdoor movies in the Triangle — a day by day list
Sonos offers a seamless sound experience, through your WiFi. The advantage of the Sonos WiFi approach is that you use the Sonos controller app (on your computer or phone) and it integrates all your content sources, like Spotify, Pandora, Soundcloud, Bandcamp, and more. You can even make playlists that include songs from various sources. Also, since it's playing from the controller app, if you … [Read more...] about Big Sale on Sonos Speakers, Headphones, Soundbars
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is an orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians from all parts of North Carolina. They are known for their varied concert series, including BEERthoven and Pops on the Green. Read on for info on the 2025/2026 season of BEERrthoven. BEERthoven COT musicians and guest artists leave the concert stage to give you a front row seat for BEERthoven. These … [Read more...] about BEERthoven with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle and Guest Artists May 26
Smashburger is celebrating National Hamburger Day with a special deal on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Get any Single (not Double) burger for $5.28 at participating locations. You can claim the deal in-store, or through Smashburger's website or app by using the promo code 528SINGLE. Choices include: Find more National Hamburger Day deals. … [Read more...] about Smashburger: National Hamburger Day Deal May 28
Learn about holiday hours at County facilities, City and Town services, ABC Stores and grocery stores. This post is updated throughout the year to provide information on hours for various holidays. So you might see some information that doesn't relate to the current holiday. We haven't listed every municipality in the Triangle, because there are so many. Go to your town's website or social … [Read more...] about What’s open and closed on Memorial Day in the Triangle
Memorial Day 2026 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, will feature many events, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel, and to just celebrate the beginning of the summer. Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2026, and Memorial Day Weekend starts Friday, May 22. We are listing freebies and discounts for military personnel as soon as they're announced. Also, please … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend events, ceremonies and deals in the Triangle 2026
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