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Can you believe we have been running for 8 YEARS?!?! Over the past 8 years, we have had over 15,000 people run with us at our Monday night run and races, raised close to $400,000, and even survived the closing of Tir na nOg and moving to the Raleigh Beer Garden! Join us for a […]
Have a little history with your lunch! History à la Carte is monthly a series of 45-minute talks about a variety of topics—come learn about the Lost Colony, bitters and cocktails, World War I, North Carolina pottery, and famous (and infamous) North Carolinians, just to name a few! Our speakers run the gambit, they are often business owners, nonprofit directors, museum curators, or professors, and provide exciting perspectives to their talk. Join us in the Longleaf Classroom (North Carolina Museum of History) at noon every second Wednesday of the month.
Fall is here and the time has come to plant your cool season vegetables. Let us show you the proper planting methods and care instructions for maintaining your fall organic garden. RSVP to info@logantrd.com or call Customer Service at 919.828.5337 ext. 100.
Bring your friends and family out Saturday, August 13 to see your Carolina RailHawks take on Puerto Rico F.C. at the newly renovated WakeMed Soccer Park.
Musical. Explosive dancing, irresistible songs, and a thrilling tale of fame and love. Inspired by actual events, about a white, radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break.. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves. Join us the […]
Dr. and Mrs. Martin L. King Jr. led the way into Montgomery, Alabama, during the 1965 march. Photo credit: Spider Martin. This photography exhibit focuses on the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. It was part of the campaign for African American voting rights, equality and social justice. Marches and rallies resulted in the […]
The 2nd Annual Raleigh Seafood Festival will take place Labor Day Weekend 2016 (Sept. 3rd & 4th) at the NC State Fair Grounds in Raleigh, NC. Early Bird Online Admission is only $5 for Adults and FREE for kids under age 12 (Admission will be $7 on the day of the event).
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. Explore the work of visual artists in our Art Gallery Walk; music & dance performances on our Main Stage; and interactive family activities in our […]
The Carolina RailHawks will host the Jacksonville Armada F.C. on Saturday, September 3rd. In addition to witnessing North Carolina’s best professional soccer team play, fans can expect to enjoy an enhanced game-day experience prior to, during, and after the game. WakeMed Soccer Park boasts a new South Stand Supporters Section, VIP seating level, improved technology, […]
Hopscotch Music Festival brings a weekend of music to downtown Raleigh on September 8, 9, and 10, 2016.
Date: Friday, September 9 - Sunday, September 11 Times: Projects occur at varying times between 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Registration: Register for the service project of your choice at http://activategood.org/911weekend2016 Location: Projects take place at various sites around the Triangle Contact: volunteer@activategood.org Join fellow citizens and commemorate the 15th anniversary of 9/11 by […]
35th Annual Greek Festival - 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 GENERAL ADMISSION: […]
Head out to WakeMed Soccer Park for a fun Saturday night on September 10 and watch the Carolina Railhawks take on the Ottawa Fury FC. You can cheer on your home team with friends and family and enjoy professional soccer in an exciting atmosphere. This year, you can stop by the new “Far Post Beer […]
Ashton Woods and Orange County’s Parks and Recreation Department’s summer Riverwalk Movie series is back this summer for more family fun. This free outdoor movie series will take place Saturday, September 10, on the Riverpark Festival Lawn. This month’s movie is Disney’s 2015 movie, Tomorrowland, starring George Clooney. Movies start after the sun goes down […]
Date: Sunday September 11 Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Registration: RSVP at http://911commemoration2016.eventbrite.com/ Location: Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601 Contact: volunteer@activategood.org Join fellow citizens to commemorate the 15th anniversary of 9/11 by honoring those lost with acts of service at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh on Sunday, September […]
