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Lecture: “Evolution of Firearms from the Late 1700s to the Civil War” by Mike Helms

Joel Lane Museum House 160 S. St. Mary’s Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

The pace of firearms development accelerated rapidly in the first half of the 19th century. Firearms historian Michael Helms will be displaying a selection of period firearms and discussing their unique stories and their social and technological importance. 19th-century firearms is the topic of Michael Helms' forthcoming history thesis at North Carolina State University. Joel […]

$11 – $16

The Velveteen Rabbit

Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Adapted by Elise Kauzlaric. Based on the Story by Margery Williams. The beloved tale of a velveteen rabbit who wants to be real. "There are two ways to be real," the Skin Horse says. "The first is when you are real to one special child, and the second is when you are real to the […]

$10 – $14

Sleeping Beauty

Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Adapted by John Clark Donahue and Thomas Olson. Original Music by Haskell Fitz-Simons. The timeless children’s fairy returns, full of magic and fairies, a sleeping princess, and a handsome prince to the rescue. With original music written by Haskell Fitz-Simons, RLT’s longtime artistic director, for the 2005 production.

$11 – $17

Carolina RailHawks Home Opener

WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC, United States

The Carolina RailHawks take on Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park for their home opener.  Tickets for the April 4th match are available through CarolinaRailHawks.com or by calling the RailHawks box office at (919) 459 – 8144.

Lecture: Ken Zogry on “Sitting Pretty: North Carolina Furniture 1700 to 1850”

Joel Lane Museum House 160 S. St. Mary’s Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

The JLMH is proud to present a lecture by Ken Zogry on “Sitting Pretty: North Carolina Furniture 1700 to 1850” on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at 2 pm at the Visitors Center of the Joel Lane Museum House at 160 South Saint Mary’s Street, Raleigh, NC 27603. Admission is $16 for the general public and […]

$11 – $16

Raleigh City Farm 3rd bEARTHday & BrewHaHa

Raleigh City Farm 800 North Blount Street, Raleigh, NC

Raleigh City Farm is excited to celebrate our third birthday this month and to share the Farm’s progress with our community of supporters. Please join us Saturday, April 18 for our bEARTHday and BrewHaha sponsored in part by New Belgium Brewing.  We’re proud to partner with our farm entrepreneurs and the other environmental entrepreneurs and […]

One Night: Teach For America – Eastern North Carolina’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

Friday Center 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States

On April 18th, education leaders, teachers spanning TFA-ENC’s 25 year history, students, parents, and district and community partners will gather for One Night, an evening event to support TFA’s mission that, one day, all children will have access to a quality education. Together, attendees will celebrate a bold vision for educational equity for all students. […]

Carolina RailHawks vs. Atlanta Silverbacks

WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC, United States

The Carolina RailHawks host the Atlanta Silverbacks on Saturday, April 18th at 7:30 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park. Tickets for the April 18th match are available through CarolinaRailHawks.com or by calling the RailHawks box office at (919) 459 – 8144.

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

RLT Gaddy Goodwin Teaching Theatre 301 Pogue St., Raleigh, NC, United States

Raleigh, N.C. (Friday, January 16th 2015)- Hedwig and the Angry Inch will run from May 1st to May 17th in the Gaddy Goodwin Teaching Theatre at Raleigh Little Theatre. Ticket Info: Adult tickets are $24 and $20 for seniors/students.Tickets can be purchased at the RLT Box office at 301 Pogue St, by phone at (919) 821-3111, or on […]

$24

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Book by Alex Timbers. Music & lyrics by Michael Friedman. An irreverent look at our controversial seventh president, who had deep roots in North Carolina. A raucous blend of outrageous comedy, anarchic theatricality, and an infectious emo rock score will leave audiences with a fuller understanding of this complex man, who invented a major political […]

$20 – $24

Inside Out 5k

Lucy Daniels Center 9003 Weston Pkwy., Cary, NC, United States

Join us for the second annual Inside Out 5k on a certified course starting at the Lucy Daniels Center in Cary. Mental illness impacts everyone. Every year, regardless of race, age, religion or economic status, mental illness affects the lives of at least one in five children across the United States - that is nearly […]

$30

Meet in the Street – Art. Food. Music.

Downtown Wake Forest 350 S. White Street, Wake Forest, NC, United States

The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual “Meet in the Street” arts and craft festival will be held Saturday, May 2, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in downtown Wake Forest. Nearly 200 artisans' booths featuring handcrafted arts and crafts will line South Taylor Street, South Brooks Street, and South White Street. […]

FREE

Carolina RailHawks Cinco De Mayo Night

WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, NC, United States

The Carolina RailHawks take on the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday, May 2nd at 7:30 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park. Come before the match to enjoy a Latino Festival featuring music, vendors, and food and beverage options for Cinco De Mayo Night presented by Univision and The Chef’s Academy. Fan 4 pack tickets – 4 tickets, food […]

Rugged Maniac Obstacle Race

Rockingham Dragway 2153 US Highway 1 North, Rockingham, NC, United States

Rugged Maniac is returning to North Carolina on May 16th with a BRAND NEW VENUE – Rockingham Dragway!  That’s right.  No more buses or shuttles – all parking is now right on site!  Get ready for another round of 25 epic obstacles, 3 fun miles and 1 rockin’ party!  You’ll climb towers of stacked shipping […]

$39 – $100

Rescheduled Lecture: Ken Zogry on “Sitting Pretty: North Carolina Furniture 1700 to 1850”

Joel Lane Museum House 160 S. St. Mary’s Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

The JLMH is proud to present a lecture by Ken Zogry on “Sitting Pretty: North Carolina Furniture 1700 to 1850” on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 2 pm at the Visitors Center of the Joel Lane Museum House at 160 South Saint Mary’s Street, Raleigh, NC 27603. Admission is $16 for the general public and […]

$11 – $16