Triangle Places for Family Fun in Winter
The Triangle offers lots of play escapes where kids can create and learn — and many outings are free.
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Triangle Places for Family Fun in Winter
The Triangle offers lots of play escapes where kids can create and learn — and many outings are free.
Parent to Know: Author Marnie Schneider
She talks about her 'Gameday' series of children’s books and much, much more
New Display Debuts at the NC Museum of History
The North Carolina Museum of History has a new pop-up panel display opening this Jan. 28. Learn fascinating details about the Green Book, the annual travel guide that helped African Americans navigate Jim Crow segregation. Published from 1936 to 1966,…
MLK Day Events Across the Triangle
Both virtual and in-person options
GUIDE: North Carolina's Zoos and Aquariums
North Carolina has an impressive array of places to see and learn about animals. We have zoos, aquariums, animal sanctuaries, science centers and more, offering in-person experiences with animals from aardvarks to zebras. Whether you walk through, drive through or…
KID-FRIENDLY RECIPE: Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza
Chef Bruce Moffett often makes this tasty take with his 11-year-old son, Daniel
Prioritizing Self-Care As We Emerge From COVID
Prioritizing Self-Care As We Emerge From COVID
8 Family-Friendly Events in the Triangle: January 2021
From art walks to story walks
5 Fun and Festive Family New Year’s Eve Activities
There are plenty of safe ways to commemorate the end of 2020 with the family. Several virtual and outdoor events are planned around the Triangle for New Year's Eve. Here are five events to get you started: Christmas Plugged Synchronized…
8 Holiday Hacks for Triangle Parents
Ready or not, Christmas is coming! Save time tackling that to-do list with these tips
Where to Ski, Snowboard and Tube Within a Short Drive
Plan a family fun getaway within driving distance to ski, snowboard and tube.
Life-Sized CandyLand Takes Over Clayton Garden
Experience runs through Jan. 4
Triangle Performance Ensemble Presents Black Nativity Durham
One of Durham’s top traditions continues this weekend in a nontraditional way. Triangle Performance Ensemble presents Black Nativity Durham as a virtual production for the first time in its history due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Produced by Wendell Tabb…
'Illuminate Art Walk' Takes Over Downtown Raleigh
Several artists were commissioned for the project
Nights of Lights at Raleigh’s Dorothea Dix Park
Driving around to look at neighborhood holiday lights is a tradition among so many families--including mine. It’s always so much fun to see the variety of decorations. From classic white lights to a lawn full of inflatables to over-the-top displays…
Victorian Carolers Get Listeners into the Holiday Spirit
That first note of holiday music we all hear as winter approaches causes different reactions from different people. For some, it's panic-inducing, reminding us of all that we need to do. For others, it's a salve for the soul,…
5 Free, Family-Made Light Shows in the Triangle Area
Options in Raleigh, Fuquay Varina, and other towns in the region
Elf on a Shelf Has Returned. Here Are Some Ideas for This Year
12 easy elf antics to recreate with items you already have at home
12 Family-Friendly Events in the Triangle: December 2020
Light shows, markets, and more
4 New Advent Calendars This Season—Some With a Pop Culture Twist
See what’s on the market this year
10 Locally Owned Toy Stores in the Triangle
The Triangle is really lucky to have so many locally-owned toy stores around. When you shop from them, you frequently get convenient perks like gift registries and free wrapping, and always enjoy very personal shopping experiences that the big brick…
Durham Parks and Recreation Offering Free Drive-Thru Toy Giveaway, Laser Light Show Next Month
Toy event includes Santa greeting in Durham, Holton
A Very ’90s Holiday Gift Guide
Many favorites from the era of Zack Morris and 'The Macarena' are back—and updated. Share a bit of that throwback joy with your kids this year
4 Tips on Navigating Great Wolf Lodge Right Now
The site’s COVID-19 restrictions are simple to follow
