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30+ Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20

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As you're planning Valentine's Day, there are many ways to show your love for that special someone. We've put together a list of truly 50+ cheap dates in the Triangle. If you're shopping online, here are some frugal Valentine's gifts in any price range. We've arranged them by price -- under $10, $15 and $20. Of course, sales ends and prices change! But they were in the right price range at the … [Read more...] about 30+ Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $10, $15 and $20

Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle

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No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Triangle. Learn about a couple of the major events and then keep reading for a day by day list of Mardi Gras events that are free or cheap to attend in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Drinks are on you though! Fat Tuesday is on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, but events take place on other dates as well. We … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle

Early Voting Starts Feb. 12 — what you need to know

Primary Election Day in North Carolina is March 3, 2026. Early voting takes place from February 12 to 28. During this primary election, voters will select candidates to run in the general election, for positions including U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, NC House of Representatives, NC judges, and more. (The specific races depend on your county and district.) On Election Day you may … [Read more...] about Early Voting Starts Feb. 12 — what you need to know

French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings

The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke university is presenting its annual French Film Festival from January 29 to February 13, 2026. The screenings are free, open to the public, and take place at Rubenstein Arts Center, 2020 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The films will be introduced in English, subtitled in English and followed by a Q&A session in English. French … [Read more...] about French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings

Huge list of animal webcams and live streams you won’t want to stop watching

Do you need a break from the stress of your daily life? There might be no better way to destress than to watch adorable, strange or exotic animals on a webcam. From jellyfish to bears to elephants, the webcams offer you a front-row seat to these animals activities. All are free to watch. Since they are live, and from various places around the globe, sometimes the animals will be asleep, and … [Read more...] about Huge list of animal webcams and live streams you won’t want to stop watching

Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle

The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late January. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it's also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2026 is the Year of the Horse in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, or 1942, after the Lunar New Year (late … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle

City Soul Cafe Open Mic every Wednesday

City Soul Cafe Open Mic takes place every Wednesday, from January 7 to December 30, 2026, at 8 p.m., at Terminal 7 Bar & Lounge, 2109 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $10. This is Raleigh's longest-running poetry open mic, at 13 years. Poets, MCs and singers will all be sharing their talent. … [Read more...] about City Soul Cafe Open Mic every Wednesday

McDonald’s launches McNugget Caviar kits — here’s how to get one for free

McDonald's wants to be a part of your luxe Valentine's Day celebration, and if that's a surprising thing to read, imagine how surprising it was to write. The Golden Arches have teamed up in an unlikely partnership with Paramount Caviar — to offer an online-only, limited-edition McNugget Caviar kit. You can sign up to get your FREE McNugget Caviar kit by dropping in at McNuggetCaviar.com on … [Read more...] about McDonald’s launches McNugget Caviar kits — here’s how to get one for free

Celebrate American Heart Month with Raleigh Parks — free fitness, nutrition classes, more…

Raleigh Parks Health & Wellness Programs invites you to prioritize your heart health through several free programs and activities in February, 2026. Enjoy a variety of engaging activities, all designed to support your journey toward a healthier heart and lifestyle. These events are free. Registration is required. Learn about all the programs at raleighnc.gov/heartmonth. Follow the links to … [Read more...] about Celebrate American Heart Month with Raleigh Parks — free fitness, nutrition classes, more…

Board Game Night at TCB — The Corner Biergarten, Feb. 10, and more

TCB - The Corner Biergarten, 1625 N. Main St., Ste. 133, Fuquay-Varina, is a fun and dog-friendly German Taproom and Bottle Shop. Enjoy 20+ German, Craft, and Domestic Beers on tap as well as a large selection of ciders, wines and craft sodas. You can find TCB's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Board Game NightTuesday, February 10, 20266 to 9:30 … [Read more...] about Board Game Night at TCB — The Corner Biergarten, Feb. 10, and more

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