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Start your month at Raleigh City Farm with a free community event featuring volunteer opportunities, farm tours, educational workshops, weed walks, and family-friendly activities. Explore the urban farm, connect with neighbors, learn about sustainable agriculture, and enjoy a morning outdoors at the farm. Registration is required for some activities.

Bridge Fellowship Church is hosting a FREE Vacation Bible School for kids this summer in Southeast Raleigh! Dates: June 22–26, 2026 Times: 6:00–8:00 PM each evening Location: 3060 Hammond Business Place, Suite 121, Raleigh, NC 27610 Cost: Completely FREE and open to all families in the community Ages: Kindergarten through 6th Grade Five nights of Bible stories, worship, crafts, games, and fun built around one big idea — God is bigger than your kids can imagine, and He sees and loves every one of them. Register free (takes 2 minutes): https://bridgefellowshipraleigh.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/223010145 Questions? Call 919-679-1222 or visit bridgefellowshipchurch.com

Unlock your musical potential with Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. We are delighted to host a series of free ukulele lessons tailored specifically for adults ages 18 and older. Taking place at the Five Points Center for Active Adults, these sessions are designed to take you from a beginner to a confident player in just four weeks. Whether you are dusting off an old instrument from storage or trying the ukulele for the very first time, our instructor Keith will guide you through the fundamental chords and notes necessary to join local music communities and jam sessions with ease. Classes will be held every Wednesday from May 27 through June 17, 2026, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. While we provide a limited number of ukuleles for participants to borrow, we encourage you to bring your own if available. Space is limited, so please ensure you register in advance to secure your spot in this vibrant learning environment. Join us to build new skills, meet fellow music enthusiasts, and start your musical journey today.

Join Page 158 Books for an engaging evening featuring number one New York Times bestselling author Christina Baker Kline. This event celebrates the release of her latest novel, The Foursome, and offers guests an exclusive look into her creative process and research. The book highlights the true story of two North Carolina sisters who married the famous conjoined twins Eng and Chang Bunker, providing a deep dive into nineteenth-century America. During this session, attendees will hear Kline discuss how she reimagined this unique historical narrative. She will explore themes of love, identity, and personal reinvention that drive the story. Following the presentation, there will be a dedicated period for audience interaction where guests can ask questions about her extensive bibliography, including works like Orphan Train and The Exiles. This event is perfect for book club members, historical fiction enthusiasts, and fans of literary storytelling. Expect a welcoming and professional atmosphere designed to foster meaningful dialogue between the author and her readers. We invite you to secure your spot today to participate in this insightful conversation about history and literature. We look forward to seeing you there.

The Parent Child Blacksmithing Experience at Shopspace is an interactive workshop where adults and children ages 10 to 13 learn the fundamentals of metal forging together. This class provides a unique opportunity for families to collaborate on a creative project while discovering the mechanics of a professional forge environment. Participants will learn to operate a propane forge, hammer, anvil, and tongs to transform hot metal into a functional wall hook or sculptural art piece. The session covers essential techniques including tapering, bending, cutting, twisting, and flattening. You will receive hands-on instruction regarding tool anatomy and safety protocols for manipulating heated iron in a controlled studio setting. This course is designed specifically for children and their guardians to work as a team. We emphasize practical skill building in an engaging and accessible atmosphere. Please note that the parent must register and participate as a student alongside their child to ensure a safe and successful experience. Join us to develop new metalworking abilities and create a lasting project with your child.