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Area Calendar of
Events
Springtime in the Triangle … there’s so much to do and see! Here are some fun things for you and your family to experience,in addition to all the exciting events described in the “Out and About” and “Spring Awaits” articles.
Azalea Sale
The Gardeners of Wake County club will be selling azaleas to raise money for horticultural scholarships at NC State and other projects.
April 8-9, 2005 – NC State Fairgrounds (The Greenhouse)
Bark Around The Park
An event for all ages … A fun-filled day of activities centered around your canine friends. Participate in the Dog Show that has an event for every dog, or get your pup to show his skills in the Frisbee contest. (Dogs must wear current ID and Rabies vaccination tags and be on leashes).
April 16-17, 2005, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. – Millbrook Exchange Park
Carolina Food Expo
Over 50 North Carolina food companies will exhibiting at the Carolina Food Expo. Sample North Carolina food items and find
great buys on North Carolina products. (Admission is $2.)
April 16, 2005, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – NC State Fairgrounds
2nd Annual North Raleigh Rat Race
The 2nd Annual Rat Race, 5K run/2K fun walk is a major fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
Registration and packet pick up will begin at 6:30 a.m. between California Pizza Kitchen and Barnes and Noble. Refreshments, discounts from store merchants, live music, and other fun entertainment will be a part of this fun day.
April 30, 2005 – Triangle Town Center
7th Annual Triangle Beach Music Festival
A great day of music, great food, and tons of fun in the sun! Beach music was born in the Carolinas, and bands lined up for this year are: Band of Oz, Coastline Band, Chairmen of the Board, Tams, and others.
April 30, 2005, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – Garner
Brookhill Steeplechase
Known as the Triangle’s “largest outdoor lawn party,” the event attracts the nation’s best athletes and trainers on the circuit. To reserve a tent or rail space, call 919-713-0033 or visit
<www.brookhillsteeplechase.com>.
May 7, 2005 – Brookhill Farms, Clayton
Carolina Kids Expo & Baby Show
Local and national businesses will be exhibiting at this family-friendly interactive children’s event. The Expo will strive to teach children new things in an environment that is fun and entertaining. Free
admission!
For more information, visit <www.CarolinaKidExpo.com>.
May 14-15, 2005 – NC State Fairgrounds
2005 Larkspur Party & Art Show
Gardens and art – a perfect combination! The private gardens of Frances Alvarino will be open to the public. The garden has wonderful plant combinations, and original artwork and unusual plants will be for sale by the 20 regional artists who will be on site for the event.
June 11-12, 2005 – 6401 Litchford Rd., Raleigh |