30 Ways to Win the Game of Social Media
To celebrate Carolina Parent’s 30th anniversary, let’s highlight 30 winning moves on social media — for kids and adults.
For almost 200 years, farmers brought their wheat and corn to what is now Yates Mill to have their grains ground into flour and meal. Stop by the Yates Mill visitor center to see a tabletop display...
Cost: Free
Where:
Historic Yates Mill County Park
4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
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Sponsor: Historic Yates Mill County Park
Telephone: 919-856-6675
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Join Mindful Families of Durham, a Buddhist-inspired spiritual community that supports area parents, caregivers, and their children in the practice of mindfulness and the understanding of the...
Cost: Free
Where:
Erwin Road
Durham, NC 27705
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Sponsor: Mindful Families of Durham
Contact Name: Adam, Laura, Josh, Sumi
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Play, Pose and Jump with your favorite pups! Jumping exclusively for Toddlers (Ages 5 & under) and Parents. ★ Limited Capacity. Previous events have been sold out. Advance Reservations...
Cost: $15
Where:
Skyzone Durham
1720 Guess Road, Ste 90
Northgate
Durham, NC 27701
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Sponsor: Skyzone Durham
Telephone: 919-423-2873
Contact Name: Prahlad Khatri
Website »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Babies from birth to 24 months of age enjoy a book and sensory growth activities.
Cost: Free
Where:
Barnes & Noble Cary
760 S.E. Maynard Rd.
Cary, NC 27511
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Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
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Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Create firefly-inspired art to celebrate their magic. Ages 5-9. Register onlne. Choose course #125012.
Cost: $23/resident, $30/nonresident
Where:
Bond Park Community Center
801 High House Rd.
Cary, NC 27513
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Dragonfly Detectives Camp is a four-day camp at Lake Crabtree County Park for children ages 9–13 years old. Campers will help gather data on dragonfly migration and contribute to a citizen...
Cost: $80 per camper
Where:
Lake Crabtree County Park
1400 Aviation Pkwy.
Morrisville, NC 27560
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Sponsor: Lake Crabtree County Park
Telephone: 919-460-3355
Contact Name: Carol Cunningham
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
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Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Ages 11-17 learn how to make desserts perfect for summer. Register online. Choose course #124728.
Cost: $35/resident, $46/nonresident
Where:
Herbert C. Young Community Center
101 Wilkinson Ave.
Cary, NC
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Dragonfly Detectives Camp is a four-day camp at Lake Crabtree County Park for children ages 9–13 years old. Campers will help gather data on dragonfly migration and contribute to a citizen...
Cost: $80 per camper
Where:
Lake Crabtree County Park
1400 Aviation Pkwy.
Morrisville, NC 27560
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Sponsor: Lake Crabtree County Park
Telephone: 919-460-3355
Contact Name: Carol Cunningham
Website »
Enjoy storytime with Amy Godfrey.
Cost: Free
Where:
Locopops Dessert Cafe
2618 Hillsborough St.
Durham, NC 27705
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Dragonfly Detectives Camp is a four-day camp at Lake Crabtree County Park for children ages 9–13 years old. Campers will help gather data on dragonfly migration and contribute to a citizen...
Cost: $80 per camper
Where:
Lake Crabtree County Park
1400 Aviation Pkwy.
Morrisville, NC 27560
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Sponsor: Lake Crabtree County Park
Telephone: 919-460-3355
Contact Name: Carol Cunningham
Website »
Preschoolers enjoy the book by Robert Starling.
Cost: Free
Where:
Barnes & Noble Cary
760 S.E. Maynard Rd.
Cary, NC 27511
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Join Kendra Scott at North Hills for a special visit from Anna and Elsa, who lead young customers through storytime, songs and other fun surprises. Enjoy sips, snacks & 15% off all...
Cost: Free
Where:
Kendra Scott- North Hills
4321 Lassiter at North Hills Ave
STE F100
Raleigh, NC 27609
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Sponsor: Kendra Scott- Raleigh
Contact Name: Sarah-Butler McKinney
Website »
Preschoolers (ages 3-5 with accompanying adult) learn hear a story, meet some baby dragonflies and take a walk to see the 'dragons' flying over the pasture and pond. Wear closed-toe shoes that can...
Cost: $5
Where:
Wilkerson Nature Preserve
5229 Awls Haven Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
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Sponsor: City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Telephone: 919-996-6764
Contact Name: Marti Kane
Website »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Enjoy tea time for the whole family. Samples of hot tea, cold tea, and kombucha will be provided, along with games and family fun.
Cost: Free
Where:
IngenuiTea Kombucha Coffee & Tea
514 E Williams St
APEX, NC 27502
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Sponsor: IngenuiTea Brews
Telephone: 919-438-3684
Contact Name: Mark Poole
Website »
Take your dog to the park to sample agility equipment while strengthening his core and building his confidence.
Cost: Free
Where:
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell St.
Durham, NC 27701
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Dragonfly Detectives Camp is a four-day camp at Lake Crabtree County Park for children ages 9–13 years old. Campers will help gather data on dragonfly migration and contribute to a citizen...
Cost: $80 per camper
Where:
Lake Crabtree County Park
1400 Aviation Pkwy.
Morrisville, NC 27560
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Sponsor: Lake Crabtree County Park
Telephone: 919-460-3355
Contact Name: Carol Cunningham
Website »
Enjoy giant checkers, giant jenga, bubbles, and special art activities in Downtown Park. All other permanent games (ping pong, bocce ball, chess) will continue to be available.
Cost: Free
Where:
Downtown Park
319 S. Academy St.
Cary, NC 27511
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Kids ages 6-9 discover the wonders of trees that live at the Preserve. The focus will be hands-on outdoor investigation and the study of living things in their habitat. In case of rain,...
Cost: $5
Where:
Wilkerson Nature Preserve
5229 Awls Haven Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
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Sponsor: City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Telephone: 919-996-6764
Contact Name: Marti Kane
Website »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Meet celebrity and creative Guests from comics, movies, TV, science fiction, fantasy, anime, video games and other genres. Enjoy costume contests, photo opportunities, video game tournaments and...
Cost: $20 and up
Where:
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
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This free workshop is for middle school girls, grades 6-8. Take cybersecurity into your own hands! We all rely on electronic information. But what would happen if it was stolen, corrupted or...
Cost: Free: registration required
Where:
Kramden Institute
, NC 27713
Shop over 40 local makers selling handmade products.Enjoy food trucks, live music, wine, beer and more.
Cost: Free
Where:
The Wine Feed
307 S Roxboro St
Durham, NC 27701
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Sponsor: Raleigh Night Market
Ages 15 and older with special needs socialize with peers, play games, be creative and plan activities based on input from the group. Participants must be able to perform self-care routines...
Cost: Free
Where:
Alston-Massenburg Center
416 N. Taylor St.
Wake Forest , NC 27587
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When Judah Ben-Hur survives an almost certain death sentence for a crime he did not commit, he begins a quest for vengeance. Angry at God and man alike, he embarks on a journey toward relief and...
Cost: $5-$20
Where:
Spiritual Twist Productions
1250 Aversboro Road
Garner, NC 27529
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Telephone: (919) 977-1976
Contact Name: Kathy MacDonald
Website »
Performances: Thursday July 25th at 7:30pm Friday July 26th at 7:30pm Saturday July 27th at 7:30pm Sunday July 28th matinee at 2:00pm $15.00 Advanced Adult General Admission $12.00 Advanced Student...
Cost: $8-$18
Where:
Cedar Ridge High School
1125 New Grady Brown School Rd.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
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Sponsor: Orange Community Players
Telephone: 919-619-5856
Contact Name: Orange Community Players
Website »
Kids hike, make projects and engage in nature activities. Ages 5-8. Register online. Choose course #124967.
Cost: $9/resident, $12/nonresident
Where:
Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs
2616 Kildaire Farm Rd.
Cary, NC 27518
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Telephone: 919-387-5980
Website »
Meet celebrity and creative Guests from comics, movies, TV, science fiction, fantasy, anime, video games and other genres. Enjoy costume contests, photo opportunities, video game tournaments and...
Cost: $20 and up
Where:
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Relax in the courtyard with live music and food. All ages.
Cost: Free
Where:
Edison Johnson Community Center
500 W. Murray Ave.
Durham, NC
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Parents, you deserve a Friday night! Leave the childcare to us! Kids will enjoy a fun – filled night, including exhibit play & exploration, a movie, and dinner. This is a drop – off event is...
Cost: $25
Where:
Kidzu Children's Museum
201 S. Estes Dr
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Sponsor: Kidzu Children's Museum
When a tornado whisks Dorothy over the rainbow to the land of Oz, the Kansas farm girl sets off on a magical journey that requires brains, heart, and courage. With Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion...
Cost: $8-$15
Where:
The Clayton Center
111 E. Second St.
Clayton, NC 27520
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Sponsor: Carolina Youth Theatre
Telephone: 919-553-1737
Website »
Learn popular Latin dances with Norbeto Herrera. All ages and levels welcome.
Cost: $3/person
Where:
Carrboro Century Center
100 N. Greensboro St.
Carrboro, NC 27510
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Performances: Thursday July 25th at 7:30pm Friday July 26th at 7:30pm Saturday July 27th at 7:30pm Sunday July 28th matinee at 2:00pm $15.00 Advanced Adult General Admission $12.00 Advanced Student...
Cost: $8-$18
Where:
Cedar Ridge High School
1125 New Grady Brown School Rd.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
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Sponsor: Orange Community Players
Telephone: 919-619-5856
Contact Name: Orange Community Players
Website »
When Judah Ben-Hur survives an almost certain death sentence for a crime he did not commit, he begins a quest for vengeance. Angry at God and man alike, he embarks on a journey toward relief and...
Cost: $5-$20
Where:
Spiritual Twist Productions
1250 Aversboro Road
Garner, NC 27529
View map »
Telephone: (919) 977-1976
Contact Name: Kathy MacDonald
Website »
See the blockbuster movie at Booth Amphitheatre. Purchase tickets online.
Cost: $5 for ages 13 and older. Free for ages 12 and younger.
Where:
Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Pkwy.
Cary, NC 27518
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See a movie outdoors under the pines. Gates open at 7 p.m. Purchase tickets online
Cost: $5 adults, free for ages 12 and younger.
Where:
Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency Pkwy.
Cary, NC 27518
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Shop for local handmade arts and crafts from local vendors.
Cost: Free
Where:
Durham Central Park
501 Foster St.
Durham, NC 27701
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Learn basic canoeing skills and a bit about the millpond's history, then head out to explore the pond's many features as seen only from the water. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets are...
Cost: Free
Where:
Historic Yates Mill County Park
4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
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Sponsor: Historic Yates Mill County Park
Telephone: 919-856-6675
Website »
Celebrate the night sky by creating a painting inspired by Van Gogh's "Starry Night." Ages 8-11. Register online. Choose course #124468.
Cost: $28/resident, $36/nonresident
Where:
Cary Arts Center
101 Dry Ave.
Cary, NC 27511
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Enjoy family-friendly activities in downtown Durham.
Cost: Free
Where:
Golden Belt Campus
800 Taylor St.
Durham, NC 27701
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Look for reptiles, birds and bugs on a morning stroll. All ages with adult. Register online. Choose course #124939.
Cost: $8/resident, $10/nonresident
Where:
Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs
2616 Kildaire Farm Rd.
Cary, NC
View map »
Telephone: 919-387-5980
Website »
Meet celebrity and creative Guests from comics, movies, TV, science fiction, fantasy, anime, video games and other genres. Enjoy costume contests, photo opportunities, video game tournaments and...
Cost: $20 and up
Where:
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Learn basic canoeing skills and a bit about the millpond's history, then head out to explore the pond's many features as seen only from the water. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets are...
Cost: Free
Where:
Historic Yates Mill County Park
4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
View map »
Sponsor: Historic Yates Mill County Park
Telephone: 919-856-6675
Website »
Ages 18 months-5 years with special needs enjoy educational and therapeutic toys with caregiver.
Cost: Free
Where:
Flaherty Park Community Center
1226 N. White St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
View map »
Sign up for a Raleigh scavenger hunt and put on your best Nick Cage impression as you seek out the national treasures hidden in Raleigh. Via an app, be guided through the cultural, historical,...
Cost: See website for fees
Where:
Downtown Raleigh
500 S. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
View map »
Sponsor: LetsRoam!
Telephone: 833-202-7626
Contact Name: LetsRoam!
Website »
Want to get inside Historic Yates Mill? Join us for a half-hour tour (starting at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 & 3:00 p.m.) to view the main power drive and milling machinery while exploring the...
Cost: $5/Adult, 4$/Senior (60+), $3/Child (7-16), 6&Younger Free
Where:
Historic Yates Mill County Park
4620 Lake Wheeler Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
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Sponsor: Historic Yates Mill County Park
Telephone: 919-856-6675
Website »
Ages 11-15 use markers to learn the basic stroke sequences that comprise modern calligraphic lettering. Register online. Choose course #124716.
Cost: $23/resident, $30/nonresident
Where:
Cary Arts Center
101 Dry Ave.
Cary, NC 27511
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When a tornado whisks Dorothy over the rainbow to the land of Oz, the Kansas farm girl sets off on a magical journey that requires brains, heart, and courage. With Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion...
Cost: $8-$15
Where:
The Clayton Center
111 E. Second St.
Clayton, NC 27520
View map »
Sponsor: Carolina Youth Theatre
Telephone: 919-553-1737
Website »
East Cloud Kungfu hosts a Parent's Night Out event, featuring a safe environment for kids as they about the wide world of kungfu. Check it out!...
Cost: $25 first child, $20 each additional child
Where:
East Cloud Kungfu, LLC
5655-A Western Blvd
Raleigh, NC 27606
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Sponsor: East Cloud Kungfu, LLC
Telephone: 252-646-7053
Contact Name: Imari Colon
Website »
When Judah Ben-Hur survives an almost certain death sentence for a crime he did not commit, he begins a quest for vengeance. Angry at God and man alike, he embarks on a journey toward relief and...
Cost: $5-$20
Where:
Spiritual Twist Productions
1250 Aversboro Road
Garner, NC 27529
View map »
Telephone: (919) 977-1976
Contact Name: Kathy MacDonald
Website »
Performances: Thursday July 25th at 7:30pm Friday July 26th at 7:30pm Saturday July 27th at 7:30pm Sunday July 28th matinee at 2:00pm $15.00 Advanced Adult General Admission $12.00 Advanced Student...
Cost: $8-$18
Where:
Cedar Ridge High School
1125 New Grady Brown School Rd.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
View map »
Sponsor: Orange Community Players
Telephone: 919-619-5856
Contact Name: Orange Community Players
Website »
Enjoy a movie under the stars and play games at 7:15 before the movie begins.
Cost: Free
Where:
E. Carroll Joyner Park
701 Harris Rd.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Join us during National Moth Week to observe some of our night-flying neighbors – MOTHS! Discover how to attract moths and their caterpillars in your backyard, hear about some of their...
Cost: $10 ($9 Members): No Fee for Accompanying Adult
Where:
North Carolina Botanical Garden - Growing Classroom
100 Old Mason Farm Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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Sponsor: NCBG
Telephone: 919-962-2887
Contact Name: Mike Dunn
Website »
