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The North Carolina & World War I Exhibit runs from April 8, 2017 through Jan. 6, 2019 This free, award-winning exhibit commemorates the centennial of US entry into World War I and focuses on North Carolina’s role in the War to End All Wars on the western front in France and Belgium. Visitors will experience […]
Southern Women’s Show is excited to welcome special guests and offer premiere entertainment April 21-23. The annual event’s 2017 festivities include two celebrity guests: Laurie Hernandez, Olympic gold medalist and winner of Dancing With the Stars, and Keegan Allen, popular TV star from Freeform’s Pretty Little Liars. Attendees can also enjoy shopping with amazing deals […]
Raleigh City Farm, a community-supported urban farm and host to several next generation farmers, is commemorating its fifth anniversary with a day of activities on Saturday, April 22, 2017, which is also Earth Day. This annual event builds awareness for Raleigh’s diverse and collaborative network of environmentally responsible partnerships who help make Raleigh one of the nation's […]
Celebrating 20 years of music making, the award-winning Triangle Youth Brass Bands present their final concert of the 2016-2017 season, The Red Machine. The concert takes place at 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 23rd. Special guest artist for the concert is Mr. Gabriel DiMartino, one of the most versatile young trumpet artists in the United States […]
Event: Joel Lane Museum House presents a lecture on "Lunsford Lane of Raleigh: Blackness, Manhood, Slavery, and Freedom in Antebellum America” by Craig Friend Time: Sunday, May 7, 2017, 2:00pm Location: 160 South Saint Mary’s St., Raleigh, NC (at the corner of Hargett St.), which is two blocks south of Hillsborough […]
Break out your light sabre, and polish up that magic wand! Join the Triangle Brass Bands for “Soundtracks: John Williams’ Music from Star Wars and Harry Potter.” On Sunday, May 21st at 5:00 pm, our four brass bands unite for an amazing event at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, performing music from these popular movie […]
The Raleigh Classic - four private collections offering more than 250 vintage vehicles. You may preview the cars on Friday, June 23 from 8 a.m. to 10 am. Auction time on Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adult $10 per day or $15 for a two-day pass. Age 12 and Under $5 […]
The Joel Lane Museum House presents our 26th Annual Historic Independence Day Open House—An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration! Time: Tuesday, July 4, 2017, 11 am to 4 p.m. Location: 160 South Saint Mary’s St., Raleigh, NC (at the foot of St. Mary’s St.), 27603, which is two blocks south of Hillsborough St., not far […]
MAA's Open Arms Charity 5K to help those in a medical crisis. Race entry: $30 per person 18 yrs and up, after July 1st $35 per person 18 yrs and up Race entry: $10 per person 10-17 years T-shirt given on race day with registration while supplies last -Online pre-registration for race participants: http://MAAOpenArms5KWalkRun.itsyourrace.com -Same […]
Love soccer? Love to help others? Support the MAA Open Arms Charity by attending the North Carolina FC match v. Puerto Rico FC. This will be a great way to relax with friends after the Open Arms 5k Walk/Run earlier that day. Tickets can be purchased in sections 109 for $17 or in 108 for $25. $3 […]
Like new clothes, toys and other children's items offered at discounted prices. Most items will be sold at about one third their original value. Register online to sell items! Free Admission! Items mrked 1/2 price Sun. 7/23 Wed. 7/19 - Work Exchange Sale 3 - 8 p.m. Thurs.7/20 - Seller’s Sale 9 a.m. - 8 […]
Glenwood-Brooklyn neighborhood hosts surrounding neighbors to discuss best practices of safety and communication in our communities. Come with your questions and leave with resources and recommendations to keep your family and neighbors safe and informed.
The Saturday Market is a Farmer’s Market hosted at Rebus Works, 10 am - 1 pm every Saturday, rain or shine. They feature fresh, local produce, eggs, baked goods, handmade items, and specialty foods. Come early and stay to stock your fridge for the week and have lunch. Check here for the weekly list of […]
The Raleigh Wine Shop hosts a free tasting every Saturday from 1 pm - 4 pm with a selection of 4-5 wines.
The Summer Southern Wedding Show & Expo, held each August, is a two-day event with hundreds of the Triangle area’s top wedding vendors. As with every Forever Bridal Productions show, the August Southern Wedding Show & Expo has the iconic fashion show with the newest styles for your special day. You might just spot your […]
