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5K event in Raleigh will preserve Oberlin's rich history

The Inaugural Oberlin Village Heritage 5K Run/Walk and Pop-Up Museum will take place Saturday, June 18 during the Juneteenth weekend in Raleigh's Dix Park. All event proceeds will support the Friends of Oberlin Village in raising public awareness and preserving Oberlin's rich history, contributions, and achievements.

Cary-based animal rescue holding online fundraiser

Cary-based Best Friend Pet Adoption is hosting an online auction to raise money for their mission. Visit bfpa.org for more information.

African American Cultural Celebration goes virtual

This year's theme of the African American Cultural Celebration is Health and Healing. The event will be presented on digital platforms only and will showcase the contributions of African Americans to North Carolina's history.

Local nonprofit keeps MLK service projects going all week

On Monday, people around the country joined in a day of service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Junior. But Activate Good, a local nonprofit, is is encouraging people to keep the work going -- as part of what's it's calling "Dignity Week."

Rock, paper, scissors -- shoot!

Learning Together is holding this year's Rock Paper Scissors Showdown on Saturday, March 21, at Big Boss Brewing Company in Raleigh.

Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties host Mardi Gras Masquerade

The Mardi Gras Masquerade is Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at the Croasdaile Country Club in Durham.

'The Old Man and The Old Moon' opens at Theatre in the Park

The song "Bremen" by the group Pig Pen Theater is one of several folk-flavored songs featured in the musical play "The Old Man and The Old Moon" opening Friday at Theatre in the Park.

Autumn Joi Live talks entertainment industry

Looking to get into the entertainment industry? Have no clue where to begin? Then you'll want to head to Radio Run 2020 on Sunday.

Dorothea Dix Park plans event-packed March

Program Supervisor Joseph Voska is here to talk about some of the events.

NC State students competing in ballroom dancing challenge

Students from N.C. State University will join other dancers from several universities for a friendly fundraiser and competition, the Cackalacky Ballroom Challenge, this weekend.

New Carolina event showcases locally-made furniture

The New Carolina furniture and textiles show is Feb. 8-9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Junction West in Downtown Raleigh.

Homebuyers workshop coming to Raleigh

A homebuyers workshop will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley.

African American Cultural Celebration highlights music, art, food

The North Carolina Museum of History is hosting the 19th African American Cultural Celebration this weekend. Angela Thorpe, director of the NC African American Heritage Commission, talks with Ken Smith about what visitors can expect.

'Jurassic World Live' comes to PNC Arena

"Jurassic World Live" will play PNC Arena Feb. 6-9.

Musical about 9/11 comes to DPAC stage

The musical "Come From Away" shares the stories of how 9/11 changed the lives of people -- not here in the U.S., but across the globe. It's playing now at DPAC.

'Pride and Prejudice' comes to Fuquay-Varina

Don't miss Stageworks Theatre's production of 'Pride and Prejudice,' which runs Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Holly Springs Cultural Center and Feb. 6-8 at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center

'I choose me.' Why it's okay to put yourself first

Robbie Green, the "Working Mom's Coach," explains why it's important that people, especially working moms, put themselves first.

Enjoy the Verona Quartet

The Verona Quartet is a small part of the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle. You can see them this weekend at Rebels with a Cause at the Carolina Theatre of Durham, and they're performing in Beer-Thoven on February 6, 2020, at Bull City Ciderworks.

Simon and Garfunkel story comes to DPAC

The story of Simon and Garfunkel is coming to the DPAC stage this week. It's an opportunity to learn more about the duo's music and history.

Dixie jazz group Ellis Dyson and the Shambles performs at WRAL

Ellis Dyson and the Shambles, a Dixie jazz band group formed in Chapel Hill, performs outside the WRAL studios. The band will perform at Pour House Music Hall in Raleigh on Saturday night

Fine Art Wedding Show comes to Raleigh

If you're planning on saying "I do" in 2020, there's an event you'll want to check out this weekend -- the Fine Art Wedding Show at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Event encourages women to go without makeup

Sabrina Seymore with The Prevailing Woman talk about "The Beatless Meetups," where groups of woman get together to celebrate their natural beauty.

What to expect at WRAL First Night in downtown Raleigh

WRAL First Night Raleigh is the biggest party in the area. Over 20 blocks of downtown Raleigh will be filled with art, music, comedy, theatre, crafts and more before the countdown to midnight.

Dinosaur Adventure returns to the NC State Fairgrounds this weekend

Get up close and learn all about dinosaurs this weekend! The traveling exhibit Dinosaur Adventure is at the NC State Fairgrounds. Christopher Plakut and his baby T-rex shares details about the exhibit.

Comedian Pete Lee performs at Raleigh Improv this weekend

Fresh off a successful performance on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show, comedian Pete Lee is bringing his performance to Raleigh Improv.