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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.
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 […]
Help CAT Stuff the Bus Sept. 17 for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina On Wednesday, Sept. 17, Capital Area Transit (CAT) is hosting a “Stuff the Bus” event from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Area residents are asked to bring three or more canned food items to the bus parked on […]
Join us September 19-21, 2014 for a celebration of international food, dance and music at the 29th annual International Festival of Raleigh! Festival Hours Friday, Sept. 19th: 4:30pm - 10pm Saturday, Sep 20th: 10am - 10pm Sunday, Sep 21st: 11am - 7pm
Each year over 35,000 visitors come to BugFest to experience over 100 exhibits, crafts, games and activities. We provide the opportunity for you to interact with entomologists and other scientists so you can continue learning about the fascinating world of bugs. We also feature Café Insecta, where the brave can sample buggy dishes prepared by […]
Fun for dogs and education for owners and their dogs! Try agility at AKC's My Dog Can Do That! Also, meet the breeds Canine Good Citizen Testing (CGC), dog sport demonstrations, vendors, rescue groups, children's area, face painting, dog games and contests, and more! Free admission. www.akc.org/clubs/rdod/events
Nationwide Insurance and Lawson Insurance Agency present The NASCAR Nationwide Show Car Event to be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 1PM until 4PM. This event will be hosted by Crossroads Ford of Wake Forest located at 10101 Capital Blvd in Wake Forest. This event will be an opportunity for race fans to view […]