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SUMMARY:Intermediate American Mahjong Workshop - 4/23/26
DESCRIPTION:Have you taken a beginner class\, caught the mahjong bug\, but don’t feel comfortable 100% on your own yet? Our 2.0 class gives you the opportunity of a brief refresher training\, with much of the class being a guided play\, much like the end of your beginner class was. \nWe will bring everything you need to play\, including 2025 and 2026 NJML cards\, just show up and play! \n*Includes $5 Adventures in Bloom Store Credit to use that evening! \nOne workshop ticket is required per person attending. Workshop will be capped at 16 participants with a minimum of 8 participants. You may bring in drinks (wine/beer are okay!) and snacks.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/intermediate-american-mahjong-workshop-4-23-26/
LOCATION:Adventures in Bloom\, 110 N Salem Street\, Apex\, 27502\, United States
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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:Apex Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Head to Downtown Apex every Saturday morning and explore the outdoor vendor booths offering fresh produce\, meat and seafood\, baked goods\, prepared items\, and handmade crafts\, jewelry\, and art. The vendors change weekly\, but many of your favorites are there on repeat! Market hours are 8 am – 12 pm (April through October)\, and 9am – 12 pm (November though March). See you there!
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/apex-farmers-market-5/2026-04-25/
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SUMMARY:The Eras Market: A Day for Taylor Swift Fans
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 25th\, 2026 for a Taylor Swift themed handmade market 💃🏼! We’re coming together to celebrate our favorite music and everything Swifties loves. Think Trivia\, fairy hair\, handmade merch\, custom eras portraits\, friendship bracelets and more! Join us for a day of yapping about our songs while drinking a themed drinks and shopping for handmade Eras themed merch + more 🎨 !\nThis Taylor Swift themed day will include:\n✏️ Trivia at 2pm\n🍹 a pop up coffee bar by Secret Garden Cafe with a custom Eras themed menu\n🍪 themed cookies by @Sweet Inspirations Bake Shop\n🥯 Sourdough bread by All Things Bread\n🖊️ Custom hand drawn Eras themed portraits by Howells Hearth\n🛍️ Taylor Swift themed gifts including glass cans\, tshirts\, sweatshirts\, bookmarks\, candles and more!\n📸 An Eras themed photobooth\n🌈 Handmade resin Eras merch and friendship bracelets by Wide Open Wonders\n✨ Fairy Hair by Pixie Hair Flare\n🎨 plus 25+ other local handmade artist will have tons of unique gifts and treats to shop!\n👚 7+ Vintage vendors with expertly curated clothing and homewares\nBring a friend and spend the day with us yapping\, competing to see whos the biggest Swiftie\, and shopping from 10:30- 3:30 pm in Downtown Apex at The Studio!\n106 W Chatham St Apex NC. Parking is free on the street at the Baptist church across the street
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/the-eras-market-a-day-for-taylor-swift-fans/
LOCATION:the studio\, 106 W Chatham St\, Apex\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:EarthFest
DESCRIPTION:Apex EarthFest is an engaging\, interactive festival for our local community\, offering ways to learn about\, participate in\, and celebrate our planet. \nThis year’s celebration is centered around Sustainable Fashion and features: \nLive and roving performances featuring Holler Choir Band \nSustainable Fashion Tips & More:\nFashion show with clothing materials from Dorcas Ministries Thrift Store.\nClothing swap with 416 Clothing Trade where you can bring your gently used\, clean clothing to swap with your neighbors and find a new piece for your own closet! No money required to participate. Any clothing left over will be donated to local non-profits.\nRefabricate documentary showing\nRecycled accessory bar by Note in the Pocket features opportunities for attendees to create accessories like bracelets using recycled materials \nPollinator and Plant Installations:\nArbor Day planting with Town of Apex staff and elected officials\nPollinator garden planting in front of the John M. Brown Community Center \nFood\, Recycling\, and Composting Offerings:\nLow waste food truck rodeo offering BPI-certified product containers including Arepa Culture\, Buoy Bowls\, and Peak City Cocktails (offering mocktails)\nCompost and recycling demonstrations by community partners \nVendors Marketplace showcasing Apex-based and regional information and resources \nTown Information Booths showcasing multiple departments from the Town of Apex – stop by for conversation and fun freebies!
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/earthfest-2/
LOCATION:Apex Town Campus\, 73 Hunter Street\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Crafter-noon @ Bottle Theory!
DESCRIPTION:Bottle Theory presents… Crafter-noon! ✂🎨 \nThe 4th Saturday of every month we will open our space to those looking to get creative\, meet fellow crafters\, and sip on great beverages! Please note\, we are not leading the craft session. However if you are interested in leading a craft for one of the afternoons\, please reach out to us and we would love to acommodate! \nPlease bring some supplies (such as coloring\, knitting\,\nwatercolor\, etc)\, and we will provide items like corks\,\nbottles\, and cardboard. 🍾 \nLet the creative juices (and the good drinks) flow\, and\nlet’s create something beautiful!! 🖌
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/crafter-noon-bottle-theory/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Bottle Theory\, 3675 W Green Level Rd\, Apex\, NC\, 27523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carolina Roller Derby Double Header
DESCRIPTION:Cue confetti. Blast the air horns! The Carolina Roller Derby charter teams are back for their season opener on Saturday\, April 25 at XL Sports! In this magnificent double header\, the CRD All Stars take on Panhandle United Roller Derby. The Bootleggers follow with a face off against the Richland County Regulators. (This is CRD’s first time back at XL Sports since September 2024 and we’re excited to be playing once again in Apex.) \nFirst whistle is at 5 pm and second whistle is at 7 pm. \nSCHEDULE:\n4:00 PM: Doors open\n5:00 PM: All Stars vs. Panhandle United\n7:00 PM: Bootleggers vs. Richland County Regulators \nTICKETS:\nAdults: $15 in advance; $20 at the door — Get your tickets now for the best rate!\nChildren ages 6-12: $8\nChildren 5 and under: Free \nMORE INFO:\nSome rink seating will be provided\, and guests can bring their own chairs.\nConcessions will be available onsite.\nPlease review our Fan Code of Conduct before you come.\nFollow us on Instagram or Facebook @carolinarollerderby for updates!
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/carolina-roller-derby-double-header/
LOCATION:XL Sports\, 1016 Investment Blvd.\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T180000
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SUMMARY:Mom & Me Date Night
DESCRIPTION:The Carrabbas Connection series continues with a special event: Mom & Me Date Night. This night offers an opportunity to celebrate the bonds that matter most. Inspired by family traditions\, Carrabba’s welcomes moms and their children of all ages to our table. Join us for an evening where memories are created with every course.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/mom-me-date-night/
LOCATION:Carrabbas Italian Grill\, 1201 Haddon Hall Dr. Apex 27502\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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