Hello Garner! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Target’s land deal, a splash pad bash, and a moonlit garden walk + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Supporting classrooms statewide: Governor Josh Stein and Secretary McKinley Wooten launched North Carolina’s school supply drive Tuesday, supporting students and teachers, with partners SECU and the NC PTA helping classrooms in Garner -- learn more about the drive.
Big-box plans take shape: Target purchased land in Clayton for $3.3 million at the West Edge development site, signaling a possible Triangle store, though the site isn’t on Target’s future stores list yet -- see the Target land deal.
County growth plan review: Wake County hosts a community meeting today on draft Neuse North plans and future land use maps at New Hope Fire Station No. 2 in Wendell, part of PLANWake -- join the county meeting.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick kid energy fix: When the wiggles hit hard this week, Greenbrier Park is the low-key neighborhood playground that saves the evening. Easy in, easy out, with enough room to climb, scramble, and sprint a few laps, you’ll reset everyone’s mood and be back home before snack negotiations resume.
Your yard’s new crush: Whether you’re plotting a patio refresh or finally giving those empty beds a purpose, Logan's Garden Hut has lush annuals, perennials, shrubs, houseplants, seed-starting gear, and colorful pottery. Short hop from Garner, with folks who actually help you pick what will thrive.
Ready to buzz in? Raleigh Game Show turns your crew into quick on the buzzer contestants with classic TV style challenges and just the right amount of friendly chaos. Line up a night this week, rally some Garner friends, then claim bragging rights you can bring to the next backyard cookout.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🦀 Cape Fear Ghost Crabs vs. Clayton Clovers June 25th @ East Clayton Community Park | Thursday (6/25) at 6:30 PM – Nothing beats small-town baseball on a warm evening, and the Clovers hosting the Cape Fear Ghost Crabs is classic Coastal vs. Piedmont drama at East Clayton Community Park. Expect lawn chairs, polite heckling, and concession-stand dinner you’ll justify as research, not nostalgia.
🇺 Happy Birthday America Party @ Marbles Kids Museum (Raleigh) | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Ready to wish America a happy 250th without a backyard grill fiasco? This free, family-friendly bash brings live performances, toe-tapping tunes, creative art activities, games for all ages, an IMAX history adventure, and a birthday parade. The party is free, museum admission is separate.
💦 Splash Pad Bash @ Splash Pad at Knightdale Station Park | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – If you’re looking to cool off without fleeing to Tahoe, the Splash Pad Bash delivers games, giveaways, a DJ, and food trucks. Let the kids sprint through the sprays while you supervise with dignity, sunscreen, and suspiciously on-beat toe taps.
🌙 Dark Shadows @ Juniper Level Botanic Garden (Raleigh) | Saturday (6/27) at 8:00 PM – Swap the porch light for moonlight as Bill Reynolds leads a moonlit wander at Juniper Level Botanic Garden into what plants, insects, and other critters do after dark. Shop the nursery beforehand, then a quietly wild class, no glow sticks, just fireflies, only 20 spots.
🚶 Walk Where History Happened @ Town Square @ The Clayton Center | Sunday (6/28) at 5:00 PM – Whether you’ve logged decades of Main Street memories or learned where Clayton’s Town Square is, this 45 minute leisurely stroll serves up landmarks, lore, and the kind of stories your uncle swears happened. Meet at Town Square, it’s relaxed, and yes, registration is required.
🏕 Castle Farm 2026 Summer Camp @ Castle Farm (Knightdale) | Monday (6/29) at 8:00 AM – If your kid is deep in the horse phase, lean in with a week at Castle Farm’s summer camp for ages 6 to 15. They ride daily, learn leg wrapping and basics, make crafts, and cap it with a show for parents. Limited spots, obviously.
🎶 Summer Music Jam @ The Cub House Play Cafe (Clayton) | Monday (6/29) at 11:00 AM – If your living room is starting to sound like a drum circle, take it to The Cub House’s Summer Music Jam. Little ones 0–5 sing, dance, and try real instruments while you join in, enjoy screen-free fun, and meet fellow grownups. Open play included.
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07 — The Garner report Weather forecastToday — High: 87°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 87. North wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. East wind around 2 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 93°F — Low: 70°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. This house is wildThe Marlette is the largest two-story plan in the Highland Collection, offering a dramatic foyer, formal dining room, and flex space up front. A gourmet kitchen with quartz island anchors the main level, flowing to the family room, breakfast nook, screened porch, and grilling patio. Upstairs brings a luxe owner’s suite, game room, and four more bedrooms.
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