A group of posts covering special events, programs, holidays, bucket list ideas, and fun “to do” lists in the Greater Raleigh area:
- 3-year Blogiversary & 2014 Summer Bucket ListSo apparently it’s common in the blogging world to celebrate the yearly date of your first blog post aka your “blogiversary.” I’m sorry I don’t have any freebies to give away but I wanted to say thanks to everyone who has read, commented and supported me with this blog over the past three years. I ...
- Greater Raleigh Drop-in Rainy Day To Do ListWith all the recent rainy and snowy weather in Raleigh I wanted to create a list of drop-in activities that I could refer to whenever I’m grasping looking for something to do with little ones in tow. Here’s a starter list of indoor activities outside the house that are guaranteed to educate and entertain the sweet ...
- Raleigh Snow Day 2014While this isn’t a typical park-related post, I wanted to make a note of the fun snow memories and photos from the big Raleigh Snowpocalypse of 2014! Yesterday will go down as one of the best.days.ever! We got about 3 inches of snow in Raleigh and spent the day making amazing family memories in our ...
- 2013 Thanksgiving & Christmas Park EventsWith the holidays quickly approaching, I wanted to compile a list of all the kiddo-friendly activities taking place at nearby Raleigh parks. The events below are either organized through the Wake Co Parks & Rec, City of Raleigh Parks & Rec or JC Raulston Arboretum. Some of the events require pre-registration so be sure to ...
- Durham & Raleigh 24 Hours of Kid-less FreedomAbout 6 weeks before Claire was born, we had the ultimate luxury of dropping Ashley off with good friends for a day and overnight visit! Ashley is about the same age and besties with their little girl so we knew she’d have lots of fun (she’s still talking about seeing Elmo on stage)! Not having a ...
- Cedar Hills Park & Fun NewsA few months ago Ashley and I explored Cedar Hills Park, just a fews minutes from our new neighborhood. Cedar Hills is located in North Raleigh at 5600 Sweetbriar St , which is the main entrance to access the playground, tennis courts, basketball courts and pavilion. There are also entrances at Rosehaven Dr and from Spring Forest ...
- Fun Father’s Day Ideas in RaleighThis post originally appeared on Southwestraleigh.com where you learn more about how to live, work and play in the Creative District. With Father’s Day around the corner, now is the best time to plan some fun with dear ol’ Dad. And being in the Creative District, we’ve got some fun, fresh ideas on the perfect way ...
- Mother’s Day Ideas in the Raleigh ParksThis post originally appeared on Southwestraleigh.com where you can learn more about how to live, work, and play in the Creative District. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s about that time to start planning a special way to celebrate her. And being in the Creative District, we’ve got some fresh and cool ideas on the perfect ...
- My Raleigh Bucket ListMost of us have a bucket list of some type. Whether it’s a list we’ve written down or something we recall from memory, it’s something personal to everyone. Since moving to Raleigh nine years ago, my bucket list has always been a random list of things I remember only when I’m passing by a certain ...
- Boyce FarmsLooking for a way to spend a gorgeous Sunday Funday outside while celebrating the Christmas season?! Why not pack up the family (don’t forget the dog) and head out to your local Christmas tree farm at Boyce Farms in North Raleigh. Since volunteering here as part of the Raleigh Jaycees fundraiser, I’ve made choosing our tree ...
- Naylor Family Farm & All Things HalloweenPumpkins, beer, Hokies & family…those were on the agenda a few weeks ago when my in-laws came into town. After some suggestions from my mommy group, we decided to head down to the new Naylor Family Farm in Fuquay-Varina to visit the pumpkin patch. Before setting out on the search for the best pumpkins, we ...
- A Tribute to JerryNote: I’m apologizing in advance as this may make you sad. This has been a rough week, so unfortunately we didn’t make it to any parks. After a year and half struggle with seizures and a sudden, rapid decline due to a probable brain tumor over the last month, we made the tough decision to say ...
What a gift. You’ve given me highlights of NC east and west and areas we’ll never visit but look like wonderful adventure. Thanks! Love the memories you are building for the girls.
Greystone Recreation Center is an amazing idea and resource for parents all over Wake County. Please add another indoor park in Apex, NC!
Greystone is an excellent indoor resource especially in the colder months. Having a nearby coffee shop helps too!
Looking for help – looking for the son of LTC George F Marshall to return his fathers purple heart and two other medals I came across several years ago.
Hi Don, a lady named Rachel Goer contacted me a few years ago about the park dedication. She worked for Mr. Marshall. At the time her email was rgoer@onefic.com and phone was 919-787-4243. Maybe that contact information is still valid? If I think of anything else I’ll relay the information.
I called the number you posted, and the lady said you retired but she would contact the family and call me back. Never got the call, so I sent the Medal to Lost Purple Hearts and maybe they can help. Sorry, I tried.
I found a ring in parking lot of Neuse River Trail near mile 1/4 marker today. Contact me with correct identification and I will get it back to you. Mike (Apr 18, 2017)
I know these posts are several years old. But I was wondering if you could tell me where this one photo was taken –it is under the “Top 10 Raleigh Parks for Mother’s Day Pics” post — on my screen it is the second to the last picture in the slide show titles “lush wooded area” Thank you!
Tiffany, that photo was from the Annie Wilkerson Park in North Raleigh. It’s probably near the wooded area that has the fairy and troll trails.