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Current & aspiring entrepreneurs sought for “Launch Wake Forest”

January 4, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest and a network of local partners are inviting current and aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for “Launch Wake Forest.” The initiative will offer 20 selected students a nine-week accredited Kaufman business […]

Back to the ‘50s Sock Hop. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Center
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Wake Forest, NC: “Back to the ‘50s Sock Hop” is Jan. 11

December 30, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

  Back by popular demand, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts will host a “Back to the ‘50s Sock Hop” on Saturday, January 11, 2020, 7-9pm. Tickets are on sale now. Put on […]

Interior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC, in November 2017. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Knightdale, NC Library Programs for January 2020

December 29, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

  The programs listed below are scheduled at East Regional Library (ERL),  946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, North Carolina. Programs offered for all ages, with events for adult, teen, children, and families. Library information is […]

North Carolina Department of Commerce/NC seal
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Morrisville, NC: Microsoft to Create 500 New Jobs, Receive State Grant

December 18, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Microsoft Corp. will create 500 new jobs in Wake County, Governor Roy Cooper announced on December 17, 2019. The company will invest $47.5 million to expand their operations in Morrisville, North Carolina. Microsoft is a […]

Holiday Market 2017 vendors, Zebulon NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Zebulon, NC: Tree Lighting and Holiday Market Scheduled for Nov. 22 & 23

November 21, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Holiday events will be taking place in downtown Zebulon, North Carolina including a tree lighting and special “Holiday Market.” Downtown Tree Lighting Festival Friday, November 22, 2019 @ 6-9pm Downtown Zebulon will become the winter […]

Cats and Dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier
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SPCA Wake Offer: $5 to Microchip Your Pet on Nov. 23

November 13, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On Saturday, November 23, 2019, 9am-noon, pet owners may get up to four pets microchipped for $5-per-pet at a special Microchip Clinic in Raleigh, North Carolina held by the SPCA of Wake County. Normally $20 […]

Exterior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Knightdale, NC: East Regional Library Programs for November 2019

October 31, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Check out the November 2019 programs planned at East Regional Library (ERL) in Knightdale, North Carolina. Unless otherwise noted, events take place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC. Library information is […]

Photo from 2018 Zebulon Historical Walking Tour. Source: MaryBeth Carpenter, Preservation Zebulon
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Zebulon, NC Historic Walking Tour is Oct. 12

October 10, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Come take a leisurely stroll through downtown Zebulon, North Carolina and learn about our town’ early history, formation and settlers. Preservation Zebulon presents an opportunity for the area residents to participate in this popular walking […]

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Things To Do in NC When You’re Bored — Oct. 10-13, 2019

October 10, 2019 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This week’s list may include events from North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond — occasionally including unique coastal or mountain events. While most listed […]

Joyner Park Community Center during construction. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Halloween Spooktacular in Wake Forest, NC is Oct. 24

October 9, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, October 24, 2019, 4:30-8pm, at the new Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North […]

Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum, NCSU. Photo: Frank Clemmensen
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“Moonlight in the Garden” to Illuminate NCSU Arboretum on Seven November Nights

October 4, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

For seven nights in November, the magical lighting exhibition Moonlight in the Garden returns to illuminate and showcase JC Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University. Sold out every evening in 2018, Moonlight in the […]

Focus on First. Source: Knightdale Chamber of Commerce
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Knightdale Chamber “Focus on First” Is A Business Expo with A Twist

October 2, 2019 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, October 5, 2019, 4-6pm, the place to be for a mix of business and community is Knightdale Station Park. The Knightdale Chamber of Commerce presents Focus on First with local vendors and a […]

Tamales at Raleigh Tamale Festival. Source: City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
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Raleigh Tamale Festival is Oct. 5

September 24, 2019 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, October 5, 2019, 2-6pm, the 2019 Raleigh Tamale Festival returns with tamale competitions, performances, vendors, food trucks, and more. This annual event, which draws several thousand visitors, is organized by the city’s Raleigh […]

Mumkin Fest 2019 is Sept. 28 in Knightdale, North Carolina
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Mums and Pumpkins and Fun: Oh, my! Mumkin Fest is Sept. 28

September 24, 2019 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, September 28, 2019, 10am-2pm, join the fun at Knightdale Station Park for Mumkin Fest. This third-annual festival of Fall offers a variety of family activities, live music, vendors, and more. Take a hay […]

Source: Ken's Produce and Garden Center, Garner, North Carolina
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Ken’s Produce to Open Garner, NC Corn Maze Sept. 21, Haunted Attraction Oct. 18

September 20, 2019 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor For the choices of fall activities and/or a scary Halloween attraction, check out Ken’s Produce and Garden Center. This Garner, North Carolina farmland offers daytime activities including a corn maze and […]

One of the five WFFD stations. Source: Wake Forest Fire Department
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Wake Forest, NC Fire Department to Join the Town

September 20, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

After nearly 100 years of operating as a private, non-profit organization, the Wake Forest Fire Department (WFFD) is a giant step closer to joining the Town of Wake Forest. During the Tuesday, September 17, 2019 […]

Source: Zebulon Farm Fresh Market, Zebulon NC.
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Zebulon, NC Farmers Market to Hold Ag Heritage and Hay Days

September 18, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Zebulon Farm Fresh Market brings together farmers, artisans, and local businesses to the Zebulon, North Carolina Town Hall lawn on Saturdays, providing shoppers with access to local goods.  Market Saturdays often include special activities […]

Activity at K-Fest 2016. Source: Town of Knightdale NC.
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NC: Knightdale Arts and Education Festival is Sept. 14

September 1, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Knightdale Arts and Education Fest returns on Saturday, September 14, 2019. This year’s event includes two parts:  10am-2pm (free festival) and 5:30pm-9pm (free concert). The mission of the Knightdale Education Festival is […]

2019 Irish Fest in the Forest banner. Source: Ancient Order of Hibernians - Wake County NC - Governor Thomas Burke Div 1
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Wake Forest, NC: Irish Festival Set for Sept. 21

August 30, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Get ready for Irish Fest in the Forest — Wake Forest, North Carolina, that is. On Saturday, September 21, 2019, 3-10pm, join the fun at this annual cultural event in downtown. The free festival includes: […]

Interior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC, in November 2017. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Knightdale, NC: East Regional Library Programs for Sept. 2019

August 26, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Check out the September 2019 programs planned at East Regional Library in Knightdale, North Carolina. Unless otherwise noted, events take place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC. Library information may be […]

Back To School Bash planned at Zebulon Farm Fresh Market. Source: Town of Zebulon, NC
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Zebulon, NC: Back To School Bash at Farmer’s Market on Aug. 24

August 15, 2019 Kay Whatley

On Saturday, August 24, 2019, during the Zebulon Farm Fresh Market hours of 9am-1pm, the town Parks and Recreation Department will be holding the Back To School Bash with special activities and giveaways. There will be […]

Tamales at Raleigh Tamale Festival. Source: City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
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Compete, Perform, or Sell at the 2019 Raleigh Tamale Festival on Oct. 5

August 1, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

Participate in a celebration of Latino culture at the 2019 Raleigh Tamale Festival. Enter your tamales in the competition, sign up as a performer, reserved a vendor space, drive in a food truck, or volunteer […]

Exterior of East Regional Library, Knightdale NC. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Knightdale, NC Library Programs for August 2019

August 1, 2019 Kay Whatley

Check out the August 2019 programs for all ages planned at East Regional Library in Knightdale, North Carolina. Unless otherwise noted, events take place at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC. Library information […]

Wake Forest Renaissance Centre logo
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Wake Forest, NC: Renaissance Centre to host First Friday Flix on Aug. 2

July 31, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

“First Friday Flix” returns to the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts this Friday, August 2, 2019, 7-9pm. The featured film will be “Bumblebee” (PG-13). Free and open to the public, First Friday Flix […]

Knightdale Spring Carnival 2018. Photo: Nadia Ethier
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Knightdale Spring Carnival to Open on Mar. 28, 2019

March 28, 2019 Kay Whatley

By Kay Whatley, Editor The Spring carnival, organized by the Knightdale Police Department as a Special Olympics fundraiser, returns on Thursday, March 28, 2019, starting at 5pm. The carnival is scheduled to be open for […]

Multicultural Day image. Source: Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest’s Inaugural Multicultural Day is Mar. 23

March 2, 2019 Kay Whatley

The Wake Forest Human Relations Council encourages community unity and increases awareness of the unique cultures Wake Forest has to offer. As part of this goal, the council is hosting its first “Multicultural Day” on […]

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North Carolina Court Voids Two Constitutional Amendments

February 22, 2019 Guest Author or Contributor

On February 22, 2019, the Wake County Superior Court ruled that the illegally gerrymandered North Carolina General Assembly did not have legal authority to place constitutional amendments on the ballot because it did not act […]

Wake Forest Film Festival 2019 logo. Source: Catherine Gouge, Wake Forest Renaissance Centre
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Wake Forest Film Festival is Mar. 28-30

February 18, 2019 Kay Whatley

Mark your calendars for a cinematic tour de force; the debut of the Wake Forest Film Festival on March 28, 29, and 30, 2019. This inaugural event aims to spotlight passionate, creative and thought-provoking movies by […]

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