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Tech Talent South, a code education startup, is proud to announce its recent expansion to the Triangle. The startup provides immersive, beginner-focused web development and coding courses as well as developer mentorship to its students across the Southeast. Courses at Tech Talent South's Triangle campus begin April 7, 2014 at the new HQ Raleigh. The […]
The Relay For Life of North Carolina State University is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community to honor cancer survivors, raise awareness about what we can do to reduce our cancer risk, and raise money to help the American Cancer Society fight the disease. About Relay for Life Call 1-800-227-2345 for […]
COC + Spirit Caravan Reunion + Demon Eye! Doors 8 Show 9 Don't slack on getting tickets. This will sell out! You can skip the online service fee by calling The Pour House at (919) 821-1120. If no one answers, leave a message with your name and phone number and we will call you back […]
Enjoy a nice introduction to herbs including herb growing, maintenance, and uses. We will discuss growing herbs that can be cultivated in your own back yard or in containers. Some herbs also make excellent companion plants. Take the mystery out of herb gardening and get one started after this class! RSVP for this free class […]
GREAT GRAPES! The 11th Annual GREAT GRAPES! Wine, Arts, and Food Festival Saturday, April 12th at 11am-7:00pm Gates open at 11:00am Uncork The Wine, Uncork The Flavor, Uncork the Fun… Over 220 Wines, Over 40 Wineries, Great Live Music and Wonderful Food and Crafts Great Grapes has grown to be the Triangle’s premier casual NC […]
Past and present met in Whisper Falls, Elizabeth Langston's historical fantasy. Join us on Saturday, April 12, at 3 p.m. when she returns with the sequel, A Whisper in Time. Ages 12+.
Laura Elliott, author of the acclaimed Under a War-Torn Sky, continues her war sequence with Across a War-Tossed Sea. She turns the action to America when she visits on Tuesday, April 15, at 7p.m. In 1943 Virginia, two English boys have escaped the Nazi blitz, yet they still find the peril of the war close […]
The Carolina RailHawks will host a question and answer discussion for fans on Wednesday, April 16. The discussion will focus on the future of professional soccer in the Triangle, NASL and MLS expansion in the Southeast, and youth player development in North Carolina. The forum will feature Bill Peterson, commissioner of the NASL; Aaron Davidson, President […]
It's the night of the Jennys (or is that Jennies?) when two strong authors of realistic teen fiction join us on Wednesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. Jenny Han shares To All the Boys I've Loved Before - what if all the crushes you ever had found out how you felt about them…all at once? […]
This concert series has grown to become a favorite Thursday evening activity, drawing patrons from all across the state to North Hills to enjoy the most famous beach bands around. With the best band line-up yet, this 7th season is sure to be a fantastic one! Remember, best parking for this event is located in […]
The 15th Annual K9-3K Dog Walk is a benefit event to help animals in Wake and surrounding counties. All the money raised at this event goes to support the work of the SPCA of Wake County! Being a part of this event is so much more than just a single day of fun. In fact, […]
Get a walk-through of the medicinal herb garden at the IFFS Teaching Farm on Tryon Road! We will discuss the top ten healing herbs to grow in the NC Piedmont. Bring all your questions! Participants will pot up their own herbs and take them home! Led by Herbalist Ricky Bratz of Vital Bloom Botanicals $15. […]
Local Plants and Local Food After a highly successful inaugural run, local retail garden center, Fairview Greenhouses & Garden Center, Inc. will host the second annual “Flora and Food Trucks” series this spring. “Last year was a great success!” says Susan Tower of Deliicious, “What a beautiful atmosphere to bring friends and family to enjoy […]
Yes, it's Easter, and we have a special holiday program! Author and illustrator Tad Hills returns with Duck and Goose Go to the Beach. Aren't cute ducks part of Easter tradition, too? The lovable feathered duo also have an Easter board book, Duck & Goose: Here Comes the Easter Bunny. You may also know Tad […]
Always fascinating! NC Symphony Music Director Grant Llewellyn returns on Tuesday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. to share insights on his choice of Mahler's 3rd Symphony for the season's finale concert. Co-sponsored by WCPE, The Classical Station.
