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Here are some local events that are happening over this weekend.  To see more and to post your own CLICK HERE

 

St.Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2016, 7AM – 800 PARK OFFICES DR. RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK

 

2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Sat, Sep 24, 2016, 8am

Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St., Durham

Registration at 8am

Ceremony at 9am

Walk at 9:30am

Route Length: 2 miles

 

North Carolina Jerk Fest Food Festival

Sat, Sep 24, 2016, 9am – 7:30pm

West Point on the Eno 5101 N Roxboro St., Durham NC 27704

Family Fun Day

Attractions:

Jerk Fest 5K Run/Walk | Jerk Wing Eating Contest | Jerk Cook-Off Competition | Cooking Demo | Caribbean Food Court

Music:

International Reggae Artist, Thriller U

Local Reggae Bands: JamRock, Dub Addis, Crucial Fire, Mickey Mills Steel Band

Jamaican Reggae Djs: SyyChronic Sound, Natural Vibes Sound, Techniques Disco

 

 Inaugural Latino Fiesta and Soccer Challenge

Sat, Sep 24, 2016, 10am – 3pm

Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham

The family friendly event formerly known as the Latino Festival is free and will include a soccer tournament, food trucks, a family fun zone, community resources and more. The rain date is October 8 at the same time and location.

DPR is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to donate their time to help make this a memorable event. In addition to having a blast and meeting great people, volunteers will receive a t-shirt, snacks throughout the day, and community service…

 

Muscular Dystrophy Walk

Sat, Sep 24, 2016, 10am

Pullen Park Raleigh, NC

Abundant Life Christian Center Church of God in Christ State of Emergency Forum

Sat, Sep 24, 2016, 10 – 11:55am

4400 Old Poole Rd, Raleigh,NC 27610

We invite all to an open in depth discussion between local law enforcement, the community and local government officials.

When: September 24, 2016 10am-12pm

at Abundant Life Christian Center in the sanctuary

Have you ever felt like you didn’t have a voice? Our goal is to find solutions to a nationwide problem by offering you this chance to meet and talk with local law enforcement. We want to hear both sides as we teach each other how peace can triumph over chaos!

Admission is free!

A Family Affair  
Event Date:  09/24/2016
Event Time:  5 pm
Is this event FREE?:  YES
Venue Name:  Cape Fear Conference A Headquarters
Address Line 1:  25 Beaver Road
City, State, Zip:  Erwin, NC 28334
Event Description:  Pre-Homecoming concert featuring Luther Barnes and the Sunset Jubilaires, Deborah Barnes, 2nd Chance and Clarice Hall-Gerald and Testimony. There will be food and prizes and local artists.
Event Contact:  Pastor Laeulia Lisane
Event Contact Number:  (919) 539-0060

 

 

Bethany Community Church Block Party

 
Event Date:  09/24/2016
Event Time:  5p – 8p
Is this event FREE?:  YES
Venue Name:  Bethany Community Church Parking Lot
Address Line 1:  1225 S. Main Street, Suite 100
City, State, Zip:  Wake Forest, NC 27587
Event Description:  Bring your lawn chairs and join us for music, games, food, and prizes! Invite your friends! It’s free and open to everyone!
Event Contact:  Kevin
Event Contact Number:  3015381480

 

 

ALCC State of Emergency Discussion
Event Date:  09/24/2016
Event Time:  10-12pm
Is this event FREE?:  YES
Venue Name:  Abundant Life Christian Center Church of God in Christ
Address Line 1:  4400 Old Poole Rd
City, State, Zip:  Raleigh
Event Description:  Forum/Discussion

Event:

Have you ever felt like you didn’t have a voice?

Our goal is to find solutions to a nationwide problem by offering you this chance to meet and talk with local law enforcement.

We want you to hear both sides as we teach each other how peace can triumph over chaos!

This is an event that you don’t want to miss!

Event Contact:  Wanda Spell or Jessica
Event Contact Number:  919-231-4388

 

TM Community Cookout
Event Date:  09/24/2016
Event Time:  12pm to 5pm
Is this event FREE?:  YES
Venue Name:  TASK
Address Line 1:  2650 Discovery Dr. STE 102
City, State, Zip:  Raleigh, NC 27616
Event Description:  Community meet and greet cookout to establish relations in the community. Free food and entertainment for both adults and children.
Event Contact:  Domita White
Event Contact Number:  919 827-3579

 

 

Men of Worship & Men of Power Men’s Conference
Event Date:  09/23/2016 & 09/24/2016
Event Time:  09/23/2016 7:30pm & 09/24/2016 @ 4pm
Is this event FREE?:  YES
Venue Name:  Joshua Generation Healing Ministries
Address Line 1:  812 Woodland Ave.
City, State, Zip:  Sanford, NC 27330
Event Description:  Come and experience a powerful move of God like never before as Joshua Generation Healing Ministries presents: Men of Worship & Men of Power!! Come and reclaim your rightful position as the king that God called you to be!! Guest speakers include on September 23rd @ 7:30pm Dr. James Speight from the Malachi House II in Greensboro, NC and on September 24th @ 4pm we will have Pastor Robert L. Mason from the Greater Love Worship Center in Durham, NC..

Come be restored, set free and experience a dynamic move of God!!

Event Contact:  Thomas L. Wilson
Event Contact Number:  (919) 904-0453