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Raleigh NC Offers Free Summer Concerts

"Downtown Live" in Moore Park Square

Full Days of Free Music - alternate Saturdays throughout the summer in downtown Raleigh. 

Downtown Live is a partnership of the City of Raleigh Convention Center and Deep South Entertainment.  Over 70,000 music fans attend this series, now in it's 5th season. 

The concerts start at 2 pm, and end at 11 pm, with a headline show at 9 pm. 

Saturday July 11 2009

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
Legendary Female Rocker, Joan Jett, will heat up the Downtown Live stage. With crowd favorites, "I Love Rock N Roll" and "I Hate Myself For Loving You," Joan Jett & The Blackhearts will rock us into the night!

Saturday July 25 2009

The Charlie Daniels Band
Renowned for his classic, "The Devil Went Down to Georgia," Charlie Daniels, a NC-born fiddler, and his band fuse hardcore country with hard-edged Southern rock boogie and blues. The group has always been known for their instrumental dexterity, but they were also notorious for their down-home, good-old-boy attitude! Join us for a knee-slapping, good ole time with The Charlie Daniels Band.

Saturday August 8 2009

Tonic
With hits like "You Wanted More" and "If You Could Only See," the LA-based trio, Tonic, will bring the heart and soul to the Downtown Live stage this summer.

Saturday August 22 2009

Better Than Ezra
Better Than Ezra helped open the floodgates for alt-pop acts of the late '90s by merging college rock influences with mainstream aspirations. You will remember their hits "Good," "Desperately Wanting," "A Lifetime," plus many more!

Many more bands featured every Saturday, with 9 straight hours of live music.  Downtown Live - Free Concerts!  Beer, wine, food, and drinks are available.  Bring a chair!

Map of Downtown Live

The "Downtown Live" Concert Series is just one of many great, free activities in the Raleigh area!

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Holly Springs Offers Free Summer Concerts

"Summer at the Springs" near Downtown Holly Springs

Every second and fourth Friday through September, Holly Springs NC features a free summer concert on the lawn at the Holly Springs Cultural Center. 

This concert series is sponsered by Rex Healthcare.

The concerts start at 7 pm.  Bring a blanket or a chair - snacks and drinks are fine, or you can also purchase drinks inside the Cultural Center. 

July 10 - Method 33 (Contemporary Christian)

July 24 - Mystique Band (R&B, Funk)

August 14 - Nixon, Blevins & Gage (Bluegrass)

August 28 - Blue Line Highway (Acoustic, Rock)

Sept 11 - Flowers for Faye ('80s Pop/Rock)

Sept 25 - Down River (Traditional Bluegrass)

The Holly Springs Cultural Center is located at 300 W. Ballentine St. in Holly Springs, NC 27540, (919) 567-4000. 

The "Summer at the Springs" Concert Series is just one of many great, free activities in the Raleigh area!

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Holly Springs, NC is hopping!

Wondering what to do?  Here's some great summer events offered by the Holly Springs Cultural Center!

Saturday July 26 - 8 pm

Friends of Bluegrass presents Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper.  This guy is incredible on the bluegrass fiddle - he's won "Fiddle Player of the Year" five out of the past seven years through the International Bluegrass Music Association!  Tickets are only $13.  http://www.friendsofbluegrass.org

Lisa Dames is a country music singer who has at least one Top 40 single and has been recognized by Country Music Television (CMT).  Tickets are $15, or $10 with a Rooster 106.4 card through www.etix.com.  Find out more at www.lisadames.com.

Tuesday August 5 - 10 am

Carolina Puppet Theater Presents the Kids Fun Super Series - "Three Little Fishies", for kids age 2 to 7.  Lots of musical puppet numbers.  Call 919-567-4000.  Tickets $5.00 vis www.etix.com

Friday August 8 - 7 pm

FREE Outdoor Concert - part of the Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series.  Andrew Kasab with a Rock, Folk and Blues show.  www.myspace.com/andrewkasab  Bring a lawn chair and picnic dinner!  Call 919-567-4000.  Concert is at the Springs Outdoor Stage at the Holly Springs Cultural Center.

Saturday August 16 - 7 pm

Keith Henderson presents a terrific Elvis show, as seen on Good Morning America.  He sings, dances, and gets all shook up.  Sure to be lots of fun.  Tickets $20.00 via www.etix.com. 

Tuesday August 19 - 10 am

Carolina Puppet Theater Presents the Kids Fun Super Series - "Three Little Fishies", for kids age 2 to 7.  Lots of musical puppet numbers.  Call 919-567-4000.  Tickets $5.00 vis www.etix.com

Friday August 22 - 7 pm 

FREE Outdoor Concert - part of the Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series. Georgia Beck sings blues and alternative folk.  Shes a classically trained pianist and singer from Fuquay-Varina.  www.myspace.com/georgiabeck

Thursday August 28 - 7 pm 

FREE Concert - Village Church of Holly Springs presents "Altogether Now" - a 60 minute action-packed music, drama and storytelling interactive show. 

Saturday August 30 - 7 pm 

"Hot August Nights" - BackBeat "Hey Jude" is a Beatles cover band, who also performs hits by The Rolling Stones, The Who, Van Morrison, The Kinks, and more.   Tickets are $20.00 via www.etix.com.  Find out more at www.larryweaver.com

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First Sunday in Pittsboro, NC

Monthly Arts and Crafts Festival

Sometimes the best events are small town events. 

Pittsboro, NC holds a "First Sunday" event every month, featuring original and handmade arts and crafts. 

Nothing mass produced is allowed in the vendor booths! 

First Sunday is held in downtown Pittsboro, and is a combination of local merchants and area artists as well as individual craftpeople. 

Pittsboro is just a short drive from Raleigh, and the event runs 12-4 pm, which makes it a great after church activity. 

Visitors will be able to find: baskets, jewerly, glass knick knacks, knitted items, decorative painting and leather work, baby items, children's bags and purses, paper crafts, and stained glass. 

You can even check news and specials ahead of time.  The Pittsboro Merchants Association does a great job keeping their website up to date, and promoting local small businesses.

If hunger pangs hit, there are booths offering fish and chicken, hot dogs, funnel cakes, pound cake, and more.  The local downtown restaraunts are also open during this event. 

Downtown Pittsboro:

Rosemary House (A 1912 Bed & Breakfast) offers Afternoon Tea Sunday 12-3 by reservation.

The General Store Cafe offers Sunday brunch from 9am-3pm (eat before the craft fair starts!)

The Chatham Marketplace offers live music and Sunday brunch from 12-1:30pm.

Fearrington Village:

Fearrington House Restaraunt - AAA 5 Diamond, Formal Dining, Sunday dinner 6-8pm

The Old Granary Restaraunt - Sunday brunch 10am-2pm

Take the opportunity to get out and enjoy the fresh air, while browsing locally handcrafted items.   

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Are you retiring in Raleigh and looking for some fun activities?

The Cary Senior Center offers some incredible programs for Triangle adults.

The Cary Senior Center is in Fred G Bond Metro Park, a beautiful 310 acre park in Cary, central to Holly Springs, Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Raleigh, and much of southern Wake County. 

Education Seminars

Education Seminars are just one of many offerings by the Cary Senior Center.  Almost all of these are free, and there are a wide variety of topics. 

AARP Tax Help

Every Monday and Wednesday from 1-4 pm, until Monday April 14th.  No registration needed.   First come, first serve.  Bring all necessary paperwork.  Free Activity

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 Going to an Elderhostel

There are 8,000 learning adventures, across all 50 states and in more than 90 countries.  This is a not-for-profit organization offers travel packages for older adults.  The Cary Senior Center offers a presentation on the Elderhostel program, and answers questions like these:  What is Elderhostel?  How can I participate?  What are the requirements? 

Wednesday March 26 10-11am     Free Activity

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NJROTC at Cary High School

The Cary NJROTC students will come to the Cary Senior Center and present various drills and share information about their group, including their history of tradition, service, and achievement.

Thursday April 3 3:30-4:30 pm     Free Activity

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The Legacy of Jewerly

Presented by Joint Venture Estate Jewelers, a Cary jeweler specializing in estate and vintage jewerly.  Learn about the history of jewerly from the Victorian period to today.  Gems and jewerly will be displayed.  Anyone bringing personal jewerly can have a quick evaluation, but not a formal appraisal.

Tuesday April 22 2-3 pm     Free Activity

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Growing Old is NOT for Wimps!

Motivational humorist Jimmie Butts teaches ways to have fun on the journey of life.  Growing old takes courage and grace, and Jimmie Butts will have you laughing and looking at life with more sparkle.

Wednesday May 7 10-11 am     Free Activity

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How to Write Your Family's Story

If you've always wanted to make sure the unique story of your family was preserved for generations, attend this workshop!  Elaine Luddy Klonicki, author of All on Account of You: A True WWII Love Story, offers tips for how to get your personal story preserved on paper.  From planning your work, organizing your materials, interviewing family members, and finally to getting your work published.  

Thursday May 1 10-11:30 am      Free Activity

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Music Appreciation - Form and Structure in Music

Presented by NCSU Music Professor Dr. Robert Peters.  Examine with Dr. Peters the structure of western music - how it is organized internally as expressive form and externally as structural form. 

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Artist Views

Various local artists display their work at the Cary Senior Center.  These sessions allow you to meet and chat with the artists!  Learn about their techniques and inspirations.  There will be a reception following each session.  Open to all ages - bring your grandchildren! 

Karin Baumeister-Rehm, Mixed Media Artist

Karin will discuss artwork techniques and inspirations

Friday May 30 5:30-6 pm     Free Activity

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Newcomer's Welcome Coffee

If you're new to the Raleigh area, or just new to the Cary Senior Center, come enjoy a welcome coffee.  You'll get to tour the facility and learn about all the program offerings.   This includes art, cards, cooking, history, computers, trips and special events! 

Monday May 5 10 -11 am

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Safe Driving

A refresher driving course from the AARP.  Improve your driving confidence with this overview of driving safety and rules.  Bring your lunch, drinks will be provided.

Thursday and Friday May 8-9 9:30am-1:30pm     $10 Material Fee payable to the AARP

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Spring Clean Your Life!

Part of the "Simplify Your Life" series.  Get tips on organizing your living space, and learn how to clean your home faster and easier. 

Monday April 28 10-11 am

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Therapeutic Aromatherapy for Seniors

Learn how to use therapeutic aromatherapy to help your body heal certain minor problems, and manage pain and discomfort with the use of scents in addition to your medical care.  You'll be taught how to create blends specific to your needs.  Learn recommended dosages, cautions and contradictions for each oil - Cristl Arndt is your instructor.

Wednesday April 2 and April 9 9:30-11am    Cary Resident $16, non resident $21 

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The Fred G Bond park is very beautiful, and you'll enjoy a walk around the lake or on one of the many walking paths while you're there.  Or take a picnic and sit at one of the many tables placed in shady areas throughout the park.

The Cary Senior Center - Creating Active Retirement Years.  The center offers 17,000 square feet of activities, which includes an exercise room, conference room, and ballroom. 

To find out more about the Cary Senior Center, or register for one of these seminars, call 919-469-4081.

Or check them out at Cary Senior Center - Creating Active Retirement Years

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Raleigh and the Triangle Area

Whether you're looking at relocating to Raleigh to start your career, finding a friendly place to raise a family, or retiring in a terrific climate, Raleigh and the Research Park Triangle has something to offer you. Great schools, Forbes rated #1 in 2007 for Businesses and Careers, lots of lakes and golf courses, top-rated cultural centers, universities, and hospitals - and all only two hours to the ocean and three hours to the mountains - it's no wonder that Raleigh is a "Best Place to Live"!

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First Sunday - Monthly Arts and Crafts Event in Pittsboro 

Sometimes the best events are small town events.  Pittsboro, NC holds a "First Sunday" event every month, featuring original and handmade arts and crafts.  Nothing mass produced is allowed in the vendor booths!  First Sunday is held in downtown Pittsboro, and is a combination of local merchants and area artists as well as individual craftpeople.  Pittsboro is just a short drive from Raleigh, and the event runs 12-4 pm, which makes it a great after church activity. 

Visitors will be able to find baskets, jewerly, glass knick knacks, knitted items, decorative painting and leather work, baby items, children's bags and purses, paper crafts, and stained glass.  If hunger pangs hit, there are booths offering fish and chicken, hot dogs, funnel cakes, pound cake, and more.  The local downtown restaraunts are also open during this event. 

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