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On Thursday, September 11, local businesses, groups, and individuals will unite to honor those lost on 9/11 by volunteering on more than 40 service projects. The Day of Service will conclude with an evening commemoration and service projects at the Red Hat Amphitheater in downtown Raleigh. Help us reach our goal of mobilizing 1,500 volunteers […]
As part of the Wake County Public School System’s efforts to develop a new strategic plan, you are invited to join us for a town hall meeting Wednesday, August 6, at the NCSU McKimmon Center from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Discussions will focus on major themes and overarching goals developed from focus groups and surveys […]
Come and meet over 150 Triangle wedding experts who will inspire you. Enjoy wedding fashion previews featuring the latest trends in bridal wear and tuxedo. Our bridal fashion previews also feature fashions for the younger members of the wedding party, as well as for the bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom. Meet and […]
The Carolina RailHawks will be hosting their third home game of the NASL Fall Season on Saturday, August 9, 2014. The RailHawks will take on the Tampa Bay Rowdies at 7:30 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park. Live music will be provided by ReverbNation.com prior to the match. Tickets range from $10 to $26. Fan 4 […]
A 1/2 mile of Food Trucks & Restaurants spread out over 11 city blocks on Fayetteville Street on August 10, 2014
Gently Used. Greatly Reduced. If it's for infants thru school age, we've got it! Infant, Children's & Maternity clothing, toys for all ages, books, games, videos, bikes, bedding, shoes, equipment (strollers, swings, cribs, highchairs, carseats,etc.) and MUCH MORE! Triangle Mothers of Twins and Triplets holds their consignment sales twice a year. The Spring/Summer sale is held […]
Family-friendly car show featuring hundreds of classic and show cars, enhanced this year with classic motorcycles from Ray Price Harley-Davidson. Vendors, displays, demonstrations and more. $10 for adults, $5 for kids 7 to 12, and free for 6 and under. $2 discount for seniors and active and retired military. More info at www.classicsatthecapital.com or 919-896-7448
Over 100 vendors featuring Lionel, K-Line, MTH, Weaver, Atlas, American Flyer, Bachmann, Varney "N", "HO", "O", "S". and "G" gauge trains, accessories, track, switches and hard to find parts, and other toy train related items. Kids Club activities, hands-on layouts and train races for the children. Workshops and minor on-site repairs. Special Raffle at 3 […]
Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Raleigh Area and several area sponsors are hosting a free area-wide event for children and families at our expanded location on the Fairgrounds.. Children can enjoy inflatable games and rides, popcorn, snow cones and drinks, and an illusion show blended with several gospel puppet presentations. Event Hours 10 am - […]
The Action Against Hunger Walk-a-Thon is entirely student organized and has one goal: raise money to save lives around the world. The first walk, in 2013, raised enough money to save 49 children from deadly hunger. Now, in their second year of planning, the team hopes to raise enough to save even more! Event Information: […]
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2014 Cost: FREE Times: Projects occur at varying times between 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Registration: Volunteers must register for the service project of their choice by September 10 at www.activategood.org. Location: Projects take place at various sites around the Triangle Contact: volunteer@activategood.org Volunteer at the 9/11 Day of Service, Activate […]
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2014 Times: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Registration: RSVP at http://9-11eveningcommemoration2014.eventbrite.com. Location: Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601 Contact: volunteer@activategood.org Join citizens at the 9/11 Day of Service Evening Commemoration at Red Hat Amphitheater on September 11 at 6:00 PM. Hear from Raleigh Mayor Nancy McFarlane, enjoy […]
Here is your chance to play alongside 2001 Wimbledon Men’s Doubles Champion and collegiate Tennis Hall of Fame inductee Don Johnson, in addition to many other tennis professionals, while helping fight cancer at the same time. On Saturday, September 13, North Hills Racquet Club will host Racquets for Research which benefits The V Foundation for […]
Authentic Greek food - Homemade Greek pastries & marketplace - Live Greek music - Greek Dance Groups - & More Portions of the event proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Event Hours Friday 5 - 10 pm, Saturday 11 am - 10 pm, Sunday 11 am - 6 pm Admission Adults - $3 Ages 13-19 and […]
On Saturday, September 13, Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits will be hosting its 5th Annual Cocktails, Cornhole & Couture benefiting the Vs. Cancer Foundation and the NOR Foundation. The event kicks off with a cornhole tournament at 11 AM, followed by live music and a fashion show at 9 PM. Cash prizes for first place […]
