The Big List

Local beekeepers from Sobees Farm talk native bees, honey, and what to plant in your yard to support them - a quick, hands-on nature session for all ages at East Regional Library.

An afternoon stitching circle at Wake Forest Community Library for anyone working on a handmade project — bring what you're making and meet fellow crafters.

A volunteer-led conversation group at Leesville Library for adults practicing English — casual, informal, and open to all skill levels.

Bring a puzzle, swap a puzzle, or just pull up a seat and work on someone else's. Casual, no-pressure hangout at Downtown Cary Park with a satisfying nerdy streak.

A dog-park happy hour at Dix Park's off-leash area, with treats for the dogs and an easy excuse to talk to strangers while your pup runs it off.

A free swap-and-share market at Eliza Pool Park, held every second Sunday — bring what you don't need, take what you do, no money involved.

Raleigh's beloved backyard soapbox derby returns with costumes, a parade, a kids' pinebox car race, and neighborhood teams racing homemade cars downhill, free to watch.