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As part of it summer movie series, the North Carolina Museum of Art will show Caddyshack on August 16 at 9 pm. Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ten Knight and Bill Murray star in this cult 80s comedy classic. Tickets.
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 […]
Save the date for your culinary exploration of Downtown Raleigh - Monday, August 18 through Sunday, August 24, 2014. Participating restaurants will be offering fixed price, three course meals. Coupons or tickets are not necessary – simply visit the participating restaurants! Participating Restaurants 18 Seaboard Restaurant 42nd Street Oyster Bar 518 West Italian Cafe Babylon […]
BOSTON will embark on a highly anticipated summer tour following the successful release of their latest album, Life, Love & Hope. BOSTON burst onto the music scene with their eponymous best-selling debut album in 1976, and never looked back. With over 17 million copies sold, Boston generated hits such as "More Than a Feeling," "Peace […]
Book by Mark O’Donnell & Thomas Meehan, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman, based on the film written and directed by John Waters It’s 1962 in Baltimore and Tracy Turnblad is determined to make it on to TV’s most popular show. Winner of eight Tonys, this romantic treat is full […]
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 […]
Farm Aid 2014 will take place on September 13, 2014 in Raleigh, North Carolina at Walnut Creek Amphitheatre. Learn more and listen to the Farm Aid lineup below. Willie Nelson & Family Neil Young John Mellencamp Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Jack White Preservation Hall Jazz Band Jamey Johnson Delta Rae Carlene Carter Pegi Young […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Dream Mile is the flagship event in Vibha's continued efforts to increase awareness about the plight of underprivileged children.
