The NC Cooperative Extension will provide a hands-on demonstration on preparing healthier foods, along with information about nutrition, healthy eating habits, and local health and wellness resources available in Johnston County.
CLAYTON · Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library · Clayton Town Calendar
Voyager will be in attendance with a family friendly activity and of course, books! Bunn Fun Day is an annual event organized by the Town of Bunn with live music, food trucks, craft vendors, games, and kids activities.
Come grow your agricultural and gardening knowledge with us for the day at Beech Bluff County Park! During this one-day camp, we will explore the agricultural legacy of the park, conduct experiments on best farming practices, and become garden chefs using the abundance of the land. Spend the day with plant pals and learn more about how we get our food from seeds in the soil to meals on our plates. Drop off begins at 8:30, and all participants must be picked up by 5:30pm. Participants bring their own lunch, snacks, and water bottle. This camp is open to ages 8 – 12 years old.
Schedule:
Sep 21, 2026
Monday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Duration: 9 hours
Ages: Age at least 8 yrs but less than 13 yrs,
WAKE · Beech Bluff County Park - Canopy Room · Wake County Parks
Come join us to learn about the health benefits of various fruits and vegetables. Cooking tips, recipes and other educational materials will be provided.
Ages: 50 yrs +,
Get ready for a night of delicious dishes and friendly competition! Trivia Potluck is the perfect mix of good food and great fun — everyone brings a favorite homemade (or store-bought, no judgment) dish to share, and we put our knowledge to the test with rounds of exciting trivia.
Ages: 50 yrs +,
Join us for a Fall Film Series movie! Apply to be a food vendor at this awesome event.
In order to make online registration available we have updated the vendor application process. To apply to be a food vendor, please complete a Food Vendor Application beginning April 1, 2026. Click here to apply. Once the application is complete, click submit.
The application will be sent to the DPR staff member coordinating the event. DPR staff will review each application to confirm space is available as well as compare the food and beverage offerings listed on the application to ensure there is a balance of items for sale. Event staff will contact selected applicants to provide further instructions for payment of the vendor fees and others on their waitlist status.
All items being consumed by participants (whether it is beverages, food, desserts, frozen treats, ice cream, etc.) are considered to be a food vendor.
WE NO LONGER ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY MAIL.
Ages: 18 yrs +,
Voyager will be joined by our Digital Navigator at Perry's School monthly mobile food pantry organized by Sowing Seed's project, "The Hope Initiative." We will bring the library directly to you and have an opportunity for on-site tech help!
Let's take a trip to the state fair together. This morning out event will include lots of attractions, yummy food, animals, concerts and rides. Drop off and Pick up will be at Edison Johnson Recreation Center.
Ages: 18 yrs +,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Recreation Center · Durham Parks & Rec
The entertainment, rides, food and fun – it is fair time once again. Join us for Senior Day at the NC State Fair. There will be giveaways and all of the usual fair experiences! Fair admission (only) is free for ages 65+. All others must pay admission charge at gate. Admission does not include rides, exhibits, food, etc.
Ages: 50 yrs +,
Experience the excitement of the Clayton Harvest Festival, a four-day celebration in downtown Clayton featuring carnival rides, live entertainment, the Squealin’ on the Square BBQ competition, a Latin American Festival, classic car and tractor shows, food trucks, and more.
Pupalooza is a celebration for our canine residents and their families. Join us for an afternoon of fun which will include a costume contest, games, a beer garden, pet-friendly organizations and vendors, food vendors, and more!
Ages: All ages,