It's important to keep your home in great shape throughout the year. Winter can be an especially harsh time on a home. Fortunately, there are a few simple things you can do to ready your home for potential cold weather and wintery precipitation (and save money on heating bills). #1 Replace home air filters Dirty … Continue reading Winter Home Upkeep Tips
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December Activities in the Triangle Area
Holidays in the Park Where: Museum of Life and Science, Durham When: Most days throughout December, Starting Wednesday, Dec 3 “Follow shimmering pathways and glowing trees through the garden, Farmyard, and Dinosaur Trail. Enjoy the tropical temperatures inside the Magic Wings Butterfly House or stop by Sprout Café for a night-time snack. Take an illuminating … Continue reading December Activities in the Triangle Area
August Activities in the Triangle Area
Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival Where: Koka Booth Amphitheater When: Friday, Aug 1, 6 – 10 pm; Saturday, Aug 2, 12 – 6 pm According to the event site “Get ready to enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass and Smoked Beasts! It’s two great … Continue reading August Activities in the Triangle Area
Summer Home Upkeep Tips
Summer officially starts in a week, and it’s a great time to get some outdoor maintenance done. It’s also not too late to get plants down in the garden and make other yard and home improvements. 1. Plant annuals, herbs and summer vegetables Now is a great time to plant annuals and vegetables like leafy … Continue reading Summer Home Upkeep Tips
May Activities in the Triangle Area
Got To Be NC Festival Where: NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh When: Friday - Sunday, May 16 - 18 Got To Be NC Fest is a celebration of local farmers and will have a wide array of local vendors selling delicious food, drinks and more. There will also be activities representing the state’s agricultural heritage and … Continue reading May Activities in the Triangle Area
April Events in the Triangle Area
UNC Science Expo Where: Morehead Planetarium and Science Center When: Saturday, April 5, 11 am – 4 pm The UNC Science Expo is part of the North Carolina Science Festival which has over 400 science events throughout the state during the month of April. Morehead Planetarium will be open to the public with more than … Continue reading April Events in the Triangle Area