Holiday

There are three safe ways to defrost a turkey: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in a microwave oven. Refrigerator Thawing (Recommended) The USDA recommends thawing your turkey in the refrigerator. This is the safest method because the turkey will thaw at a consistent, safe temperature. This method takes some time, so allow one […]

The Postal Service recommends the following mailing and shipping deadlines for expected delivery by Dec. 25 to Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office (APO/FPO/DPO) and domestic addresses*: Dec. 9 — APO/FPO/DPO (all ZIP Codes) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail Dec. 15 — USPS Retail Ground service Dec. 16 — APO/FPO/DPO (except ZIP Code 093) […]

Raleigh Parks is pleased to offer Toys for Tots to families in need this holiday season! Registration Dates Monday, Nov. 15: 5–7 p.m. at Hill Street Park Community Center (2307 Hill St. Raleigh) Tuesday, Nov. 16: 4:30–6 p.m. at Peach Road Park Cultural Center (911 Ileagnes Rd. Raleigh) Registration Requirements Register children from newborn to 13 […]

STREAMING ON DEMAND FOR 2020: Triangle Performance Ensemble presents its production of Black Nativity online for the FIRST time. Experience a stirring, soulful, gospel celebration about the birth of Jesus Christ based upon Langston Hughes’ version of the Christmas story. Under the direction of Wendell Tabb and the musical direction of Xavier Cason, audiences are […]

Don’t miss the 26th Annual Cary Kwanzaa Celebration presented virtually! Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The Kwanzaa Celebration is produced by the Town of Cary in partnership with the Ujima Group Inc.   More Kwanazaa information and activities can be found here.     Facebook: The Karen Clark Instagram: @TheKarenClark Twitter/Snapchat: […]

Join us for fun holiday programs to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Browse our upcoming programs below. Register for any program online via RecLink using the barcode listed. Prior to registering for any program, please review the Raleigh Parks Know Before You Go. The Jolly Raleigh Scavenger Hunt Join Raleigh Parks this holiday season to participate […]

Wondering when you need to mail that package that has to travel across the country and arrive in time for Christmas?   United States Postal Service (USPS) 2020 holiday shipping deadlines (For delivery by December 25) USPS Retail Ground: Dec. 15 First Class Mail (including greeting cards) & First Class Packages (up to 15.99 ounces): […]

Raleigh Parks is assisting the North Pole this holiday season by hosting Letters to Santa at select community centers! How to Mail Your Letter to Santa 1. Fill Out Fill out the letter to Santa template with everything Santa needs to know! Download the template here.  Your letter to Santa can be typed and printed or handwritten. Templates will also […]

Omni Realty is hosting free holiday social distancing photo sessions on Saturday, December 19th, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The photo sessions will take place at Garman Homes Paper Model Home, Wendell Falls Community, 1921 Cedar Dame Lane, Wendell. You’ll need to sign up for a time slot in order to get a photo session. […]

Join DPR for a 30-minute festive holiday themed laser light show! This free drive-in style event will offer music played through your car radio that is matched to the amazing light show viewed out your window. Reserve you parking spot today. You must remain in your car unless visiting the restroom and when out of your […]

Bull City Holidayz Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) is excited to provide free, festive fun to the Durham community this holiday season! Bull City Holidayz will offer holiday-themed events the first three Saturdays in December. All events are free, but preregistration is required. Food Drive At each of our Bull City Holidayz events, we will […]

Virtual “Lighting of Wake Forest” is Friday Experience the wonder and magic of the holiday season during the annual Lighting of Wake Forest. Sponsored by Traditions at Wake Forest and presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc., the virtual tree lighting will take place online through Facebook on Friday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. Hosted by Santa Claus, the event will feature a holiday message from the […]