Apex Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources has created a Rainbow Bridge at Beaver Creek Greenway. This is a dedicated place to honor and remember our beloved pets who have passed away. You're welcome to bring your pet's collar and attach it to the bridge's rails as a tribute. The Rainbow Bridge is in reference to a famous story and poem about deceased pets reuniting with their owners … [Read more...] about Apex now has a Rainbow Bridge to honor pets who have passed away
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Tools4Schools: Free classroom supply store for Wake County Public Schools — sign up now!
WakeEd Partnership's Tools4Schools store provides FREE classroom supplies for teachers and certified staff from Wake County Public Schools. The store is open for free shopping once a quarter. Teachers and staff need to register for a time slot. Walk-ins are not accepted. The Tools4Schools store is at 1816 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Sign up here. When you register for a time … [Read more...] about Tools4Schools: Free classroom supply store for Wake County Public Schools — sign up now!
Free bottled water being distributed in Hillsborough July 8
Orange County announced on Facebook that free bottled water is being distributed on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. If you've been affected by the flooding and need bottled water, just stop by Hillsborough Commons, 113 May Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina: One case per vehicle. First-come, first-served. … [Read more...] about Free bottled water being distributed in Hillsborough July 8
Free Storytimes with Crafts at Oak View: Spanish and English Storytimes
Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, is free to visit. The park is a 19th-century historic farmstead, with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. Several goats live at Historic Oak View County Park, which makes it a unique destination in Wake County. Historic Oak View … [Read more...] about Free Storytimes with Crafts at Oak View: Spanish and English Storytimes
Free Events for Kids at Crowder County Park: learning about animals, DIY crafts, and more
Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests. Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck. Crowder County Park hosts many family events. As is the case with all Wake County Parks, … [Read more...] about Free Events for Kids at Crowder County Park: learning about animals, DIY crafts, and more
Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest first two Sundays in September
The Town of Wake Forest is putting on two free concerts at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest. They will take place on two Sundays, September 17 and 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Joyner Park Amphitheater. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. In the case of inclement weather, the concerts may be canceled or moved inside the Joyner Park Community Center. … [Read more...] about Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest first two Sundays in September
Wear a band t-shirt on National Day of Rock-n-Roll for a BOGO entrée at Moe’s Southwest Grill — July 7
National Day of Rock-n-Roll is July 7, 2025. Moe's Southwest Grill is celebrating with a special offer. Wear a concert or band t-shirt in-store to receive a BOGO entrée deal. If you're a Moe's Rewards member, you can stack the BOGO deal with Moe's Monday offer, which is a specially priced burrito or bowl, and chips and salsa. Buy one entrée (Burritos, Bowls, Stacks, Nachos, Quesadillas, … [Read more...] about Wear a band t-shirt on National Day of Rock-n-Roll for a BOGO entrée at Moe’s Southwest Grill — July 7
Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center
Pullen Dance hosts ballroom dancing socials on most Wednesday nights at Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on about a special event and the weekly events. Pullen Dance's Weekly Dance This long-standing event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m., and costs $8 per person. It's just $2 on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Adults of all dance skills and … [Read more...] about Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center
Apex Oktoberfest on October 11
The Town of Apex and American Legion Post 124 are hosting Apex Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event takes place on the Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. The event includes: There's no admission charge. Pay for food and drink. Several breweries will be at the event. … [Read more...] about Apex Oktoberfest on October 11
Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
Arcade and video game trends come and go, but there seems to be one constant: pinball machines. What's the appeal, beyond nostalgia? Pinball machines are tactile -- the physics of the ball, flippers and bumpers create a different experience every time. Pinball machines feature fun themes, often based on movies or TV shows. The visual art on the machines can be really stunning. Pinball fans … [Read more...] about Discover The Triangle’s Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map
