Friday Flicks & Finds: Market, Music, and a Movie Night in Moore Square
Come for the snacks, stay for the singing princess with 70 feet of hair.
Shannon
May 04, 2025
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Moore Square is mixing it up this month—First Friday Market and Movie is actually on the second Friday (May 9, 5-9 pm), but we promise the vibes are still very first-rate. Expect live music by Ellie Manfreda, food trucks, free kid-friendly fun, and a screening of Tangled under the stars at 7:30 p.m. Bring a blanket, your best Rapunzel braid, and a willingness to belt out “I See the Light” in public.
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🎸 This Week: Tana Matz | Country, Pop
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Curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:
👋 Cookout In the Park "Celebrating Seniors" @ Lake Benson Park | May 14 | 3PM
The Garner Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is hosting a free community cookout for adults 55+, featuring live music, yard games, and an opportunity to meet new friends. Get details here →
🤝 Social Dinning: All Things SCI-FI @ RDU Galleria | May 20 | 6:30PM
The Social Dining event at RDU Galleria offers a variety of food options, along with discussions on sci-fi topics such as TV shows, movies, and books. Get details here →
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