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SUMMARY:RDU Book Crawl
DESCRIPTION:The RDU Book Crawl is a weekend long event celebrating independent bookstores across the Raleigh-Durham area. Participants are encouraged to visit as many participating bookstores as they can during the crawl. \n1. Plan Your Crawl\nCheck out the list of participating bookstores and use the interactive map to plan your route across the Triangle. \n2. Visit Participating Bookstores\nStop by any of the bookstores on the crawl during the event weekend. Each shop will have a special stamp for participants. Each location will have plenty of passports for you to pick up! \n3. Collect Stamps\nBring your Book Crawl passport and collect a stamp at each bookstore you visit. 1 stamp = 1 raffle ticket \n4. Discover New Reads\nBrowse shelves\, meet fellow readers\, and support independent bookstores while exploring new books. \nPost along the way and tag @rdubookcrawl to show us your journey! \n5. Enter the Raffle\nFill out the form on our “Enter Raffle” tab to be entered into a raffle for prizes donated by all of the participating bookstores. \nThose who complete all 10 bookstores will be entered to win the 1st place prize!\nAll other participants will be added to the general raffle for 2nd and 3rd
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/rdu-book-crawl/
LOCATION:Alleyway Bookstore\, 116 N Salem St\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring Florals Wine Glass Painting Workshop with Heather Eck - Sunday 4/26/26
DESCRIPTION:Paint a Floral Stemless Wine Glass (Take Home Two!) \nSlow down\, get creative\, and paint something beautiful you’ll actually use. In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn how to paint a soft\, layered floral design on two stemless wine glasses\, inspired by spring gardens and wild blooms. Heather will guide you step-by-step through brush techniques\, color layering\, and simple floral shapes that look organic and expressive. No experience or perfect brush strokes required. \nThis class is beginner-friendly and designed to feel relaxed\, playful\, and grounding. You’ll leave with two hand-painted glasses that feel personal\, joyful\, and gift-worthy (or perfect to keep for yourself). \nWhat’s included\nTwo stemless wine glasses to paint and take home\nAll paints\, brushes\, and materials\nGuided instruction and floral painting techniques\nA cozy\, creative atmosphere with room to explore your own style\n$5 store credit to use at Adventures in Bloom! \nNo prior painting experience needed. Just come as you are and let yourself enjoy the process. \nOne workshop ticket is required per person attending. Workshop will be capped at 12 participants with a minimum of 6 participants. You may bring in drinks (wine/beer are okay!) and snacks. \nLast day to purchase a workshop ticket will be 4/25/26
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/spring-florals-wine-glass-painting-workshop-with-heather-eck-sunday-4-26-26/
LOCATION:Adventures in Bloom\, 110 N Salem Street\, Apex\, 27502\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adventures in Bloom":MAILTO:adventuresinbloom@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Love Local Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of downtown Apex with the Apex Love Local Showcase! Spend the afternoon exploring Apex small businesses all in one convenient destination. Downtown and non-Downtown businesses will team up to showcase what they offer—featuring samples\, swag\, and special promotions. Come enjoy the vibrant atmosphere\, discover new favorites\, and take advantage of exclusive promotions throughout the Showcase.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/love-local-showcase-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Apex\, 220 N Salem Street\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Apex Economic Development":MAILTO:Colleen.Merays@apexnc.org
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