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Archive for November, 2008



Cary’s Tinsel Town Closed Due To Venue Construction

Author: kstepneski | Filed under: Kids, Memories Friday Nov 28,2008

Cary’s Annual Tinsel Town at Koka Booth Amphitheatre is closed this year as the venue undergoes construction.

Light Up Durham In American Tobacco District

Author: dcarag | Filed under: Decorations, Holiday Lights Tour Friday Nov 28,2008

DURHAM, N.C. — Light Up Durham will offer up a magical weekend that all starts with The Lucky Strike Tower Lighting at American Tobacco on Friday night, December 5th at 7pm. The evening, quickly becoming a family tradition, will feature music by local school groups, SNOW, a countdown to the lighting of the Lucky Strike [...]

Holiday Events Around The Triangle

Author: kstepneski | Filed under: Holiday Lights Tour, Memories Friday Nov 28,2008

The one thing Triangle residents can rely on for holiday spirit is that local radio station that plays holiday tunes 24/7.  But if you’re looking for things to do with family and friends, the Triangle has several events to offer.  Whether you are looking for plays, parades or simple tree lightings, the Triangle seems to have [...]

Giver Beware With Presents Of Gift Cards

Author: speterson | Filed under: Shopping Thursday Nov 27,2008

Do you have a gift card from a bankrupt retailer such as Linens ‘n Things?
Better spend it quick.
The chain, which filed for bankruptcy in May, is liquidating its 371 stores nationwide, including two in the Richmond area and seven others in Virginia.
Consumers can still redeem their gift cards. But they will be left holding  a [...]

NBC17 Special Report: Inexpensive Holidays

Author: kstepneski | Filed under: Uncategorized, Ways to Save Wednesday Nov 26,2008

NBC17’s Sharon Tazewell explains how to have an inexpensive holiday this season by providing information on how to save money on shipping gifts, how to budget your holiday spending and links to free online coupons and where to compare product prices.  Stay tuned to NBC17 News at 7 p.m.

“Star of Bethlehem” at Morehead Planetarium

Author: pcrawford | Filed under: Kids, Uncategorized Wednesday Nov 26,2008

The longest-running planetarium show in the world is back at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center for its 59th season. “Star of Bethlehem” returns to the weekend show schedule Nov. 22-Jan. 1.
“Star of Bethlehem,” a seasonal show, gives guests an opportunity to explore the many theories behind the legendary, mysterious star. The show presents several possible [...]

Six Ways to Save This Holiday Season

Author: pcrawford | Filed under: Shopping Wednesday Nov 26,2008

With overall household wealth declining and unemployment rising, many families are looking for ways to save money without sacrificing any of their holiday cheer. Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Eastern North Carolina (www.bbb.org) is providing advice on how consumers can cut down on spending and reduce household expenses without compromising the fun of the holiday [...]

Holiday Events In Wake County

Author: dcarag | Filed under: Uncategorized Wednesday Nov 26,2008

WAKE COUNTY, N.C. — Get in the holiday spirit by taking part in Historic Oak View’s “Sleigh Rides and Cider: A Winter Night at Oak View” annual winter event. Decorations and displays from 1850 to 1950 will be on view in the Main House. Visitors are invited to take horse-drawn carriage rides, listen to Christmas [...]

Smithfield To Host Gingerbread House Competition

Author: speterson | Filed under: Decorations, Food, Memories Tuesday Nov 25,2008

SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation and River City Art Gallery will host its 1st Annual Gingerbread House Competition to be held during the 2008 Christmas season.
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Salvation Army Kicks Off Red Kettle Campaign

Author: kstepneski | Filed under: Uncategorized Tuesday Nov 25,2008

It’s a sound of the season.  Today marked the official kickoff for the red kettle campaign. 
 

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