As part of Black History Month, Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a special guided tour, "Field & Factory: A Look at Tobacco's Laborers" in February. The tour will highlight the voice of Viola Bond, who worked for Liggett & Myers and American Tobacco Company. Tours will address the contributions that each group of people working in … [Read more...] about Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two events for Black History Month in 2025. These programs are supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Black Artists DaySaturday, February 15, 202510 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Come experience the incredible talent of local Black … [Read more...] about “Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
Pet Prom at Ment Beverage Co. at American Tobacco Campus
Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor and outdoor seating, 24 unique taps, award-winning mead, cider, seltzers, local draft beer, non-alcoholic beverages and more. Free parking is available. Ment Beverage hosts frequent events, which … [Read more...] about Pet Prom at Ment Beverage Co. at American Tobacco Campus
Pet-a-Cow at Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill — visit every Saturday (weather permitting)
Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, at 6903 Gold Mine Loop Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a not-for-profit organization that has a mission of caring for cows for life. Every Saturday, the sanctuary is open for visitors from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Make sure to check the website before visiting, to make sure that the sanctuary is open. If the temperature is under 45 degree F at 10 a.m., it will not be … [Read more...] about Pet-a-Cow at Brajboro Cow Sanctuary in Chapel Hill — visit every Saturday (weather permitting)
Repair Café March 15 in Hillsborough: partner with volunteers to repair your stuff!
What do you do if a leg comes loose from your chair or your toaster stops working? Maybe you'd like to fix it but you don't know how, or you don't have the tools. This is where Repair Café comes in. Repair Café brings together people with various skills to help to fix items and, more importantly, to pass on the knowledge. They have periodic Repair Café Workshops where you can bring in your … [Read more...] about Repair Café March 15 in Hillsborough: partner with volunteers to repair your stuff!
Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
On Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
Liberty Arts Pop-Up: We Love Durham!
Join Liberty Arts for a night of art-making, poetry, hearts and beats in Durham Central Park. Everyone is invited to celebrate creativity, community and connection. Let’s find out how much we heart Durham through love in art! Liberty Arts Pop-Up: We Love Durham takes place Friday, February 21, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. It starts at the BC Remedy / Measurement Inc. Building, 423 Morris St., in what … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts Pop-Up: We Love Durham!
Carolina Shag Dance Night at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Feb. 21, more
Oaklyn Springs Brewery has two locations: Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home brewing operation, and now works to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events, and you can find them listed on their website calendar. Or check the Facebook page for the Brewery and the Facebook page for the taproom. 2912 N Main Street -- … [Read more...] about Carolina Shag Dance Night at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Feb. 21, more
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the Triangle 2025
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2025 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas at one of these events. We will be adding to this list all the time and expect it to grow a lot by St. Patrick's Day. When is St. Patrick's Day 2025? St. Patrick's Day is Monday, March 17th, 2025, but many events take place the weekend before. A huge favorite is back this year -- the Raleigh St. Patrick's … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the Triangle 2025
7-Eleven and Speedway: FREE Slurpee Every Friday in February
7-Eleven has extended their free Slurpee deal. It's now available every Friday in February, 2025. Stop by participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores for a FREE small Slurpee drink. No purchase is required. Here in the Triangle you'll find mostly Speedway stores. Limit one free Slurpee per customer, while supplies last. Announced in a press release. There are a couple other … [Read more...] about 7-Eleven and Speedway: FREE Slurpee Every Friday in February
