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The Scandinavian Christmas Fair in Raleigh, North Carolina is an authentic celebration of the traditions of the Scandinavian countries, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. This old-world celebration is certain to get you in the spirit of the season. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Julmarknad (Christmas Fair in Swedish) and it attracts […]
Jurassic Quest comes to Raleigh Convention Center on August 24, 25, 26, 2018. From the Jurassic Quest website: Jurassic Quest is Americas Largest and most realistic Dinosaur Event. Our guests will walk through the Cretaceous period, the Jurassic Period and The Triassic period and experience for themselves what it was like to be among living, breathing […]
Narrated by Academy Award® winner Morgan Freeman, America's Musical Journey celebrates the unique diversity of cultures and creative innovations that characterize America, as told through the story of its music. The film follows Grammy Award®-nominated singer and songwriter Aloe Blacc as he traces the roots of America's music, following the footsteps of Louis Armstrong through […]
Enjoy a casual evening strolling Waverly Place and visiting participating shops and restaurants for wine samples and exclusive promotions during the Waverly Wine Walk in partnership with the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Presented by Johnson Subaru of Cary and sponsored by Caruso Homes - Olde Mill Trace, the signature event series returns this fall on […]
Bringing awareness of the ongoing opioid epidemic to the public and State officials and take time to remember all that have fought addiction and lost with a Candle Light Vigil. Hosted by International Overdose Awareness Day - NC Rally for Change, Raleigh, NC. and National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA)
(1968) Directed by George Dunning. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr. (85 min.) G. Peace.
The 2018 African American Culture Festival will take place in the heart of Downtown Raleigh -- along Fayetteville Street, from Martin Street through City Plaza. On the Saturday and Sunday of Labor day weekend, attendees will enjoy an African American art gallery walk, vendor marketplace, African market, and food vendors. The Family Village featuring performances […]
Lonerider Brewing Company will be having a BBQ Cook-off Saturday, September 1st! First place prize is something to write home about: Lonerider Beer for a year. Saddle up, bring your finest BBQ and get ready for a rockin’ day at the Hideout! Proceeds will benefit the The Warrior Ride, a non-profit organization founded in Oak […]
Guy meets girl in this smash-hit, multi-award winning musical -- Winner of 8 Tony Awards in 2012! On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, an unexpected friendship and collaboration quickly evolves into a powerful […]
With 120 bands over 3 days in September, Hopscotch is known for adventurous lineups, memorable performances, and a fan-friendly atmosphere. From large outdoor main stages in Raleigh City Plaza and Red Hat Amphitheater to intimate club shows, the festival features music in almost every genre imaginable—rock, hip-hop, metal, folk, electronic, experimental, and more—and its schedule […]
The Joel Lane Museum House presents a lecture on “The Rifles and Muskets of the Revolutionary War” by Tim Langdon and Adam Young. Tim and Adam will bring four authentic replicas of Revolutionary weapons and accoutrements for examination and discuss the firearms and their role in the war. Expect to see, hold and learn about […]
The whiteboard in a Baltimore classroom reads “I’m lost,” one of many English-language basics for newly arrived refugees. It’s an example of This Is Home’s visual approach to the myriad details of the refugee experience. Through brilliant observational filmmaking, This Is Home tells the story of four Syrian families on the path to self-sufficiency and eventual success in […]
Image courtesy of the artist. Moral Monsters An installation of new work by Antoine Williams. September 7, 2018 through January 6, 2019 Williams website: My art practice is an investigation of power, perception, semiotics, and fear as they relate to institutional inequities. I have created a mythology, concerning the complexities of contemporary Black life. My […]
Enjoy delicious handmade, authentic Greek Food prepared by the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Family using recipes handed down for generations. Hear live Greek music and see traditional folk dances. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity, Homes For Our Troops, and Team Rubicon. Event Hours Friday, September 7: 5 […]
Please join us for an inside look at volunteer opportunities at the Joel Lane Museum House, with refreshments and a behind-the-scenes peek into the Museum! Meet our staff and fabulous crew of volunteer docents. Whether you are interested in History, Storytelling, Costuming, Gardening, Research, Crafting, or Teaching, we have a place for you at the […]
