Outdoor Movie Night: The Lion King Roars to Life
Drumming, crafts, and hakuna matata vibes for all ages.
Shannon
June 12, 2025
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Get ready for a night of nostalgia and no worries—The Lion King is hitting the big screen on Friday, June 13 at the DCP Great Lawn Pavilion! Voted in by you during January’s Summer Blockbuster Battle, this beloved 1994 classic screens at sunset (around 8:30pm). Come early (6–7:30pm) for DIY rainsticks, safari scratch art, and an interactive community drum circle with One Tribe Rhythms. Food trucks will be there, too—so bring your blanket and your appetite.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just really like lions, drums, and snacks. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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📝 LOCAL CLASS: Creating Mixed-Media Postcards at North Carolina Museum of Art East Building on June 14 at 1PM.
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🎸 This Week: Riley Green | Country
Since his 2018 debut, Riley Green has become a standout in Country music, known for heartfelt, no-gimmick songwriting. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | June 14, 7PM | Get tickets here →
🎤 Plan Ahead: Ray LaMontagne | Rock
Ray LaMontagne’s extensive catalog includes nine full-length albums, chart-topping singles, a Grammy win, and multiple nominations; this year, he embarks on a special tour performing his debut album Trouble in its entirety, along with favorites from across his career. | Durham Performing Arts Center | September 16, 7PM| Get tickets here →
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👋 Move & Mingle @ The Carolina Manor House | June 13 | 6:30PM
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🤝 Grown Ups Gone Wild Play Date @ Pullen Park | June 14 | 10AM
A fun-filled day of games, laughter, and lighthearted activities where adults can let loose and play like kids again. Get details here →
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