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Franklinton, NC Restaurants: Local Independents (2026 Guide)
Franklinton’s historic downtown Main Street has quietly become a legitimate dining destination, with chef-driven restaurants, a craft brewery, and small-batch bakeries packed into a few blocks. This guide highlights notable Franklinton, NC restaurants — locally owned spots only, no national…
What’s Happening in Wake Forest
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Decades Dance for individuals with disabilities - Sat, Jun 6 · 12:00 am
National Trails Day - Sat, Jun 6 · 8:00 am
4th Annual Cars and Carnivores Street Festival - Sat, Jun 6 · 8:00 am
Farmers’ Market - Sat, Jun 6 · 10:00 am
“Circle and Square” by Small is All Productions – Wake Forest Renaissance Centre - Sat, Jun 6 · 7:00 pm
Out Loud: A Wake Forest Pride Rooftop Benefit
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