North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre, otherwise known as NRACT, is located in the Greystone…read moreShopping Center in North Raleigh, located off of Lead Mine Rd. The shopping center is anchored by a Food Lion, so there is usually plenty of parking. It is to the right of Two Roosters Ice Cream and to the left of Greystone Recreation Center. The non-profit community theatre opened in 2002. I'm not sure exactly when I found this gem, but boy, has it changed since I started attending shows here. Seating was once all floor seats and has taken on many transformations since then. It currently has 8 rows of 12 seats, with row A being floor level and B-H as stadium seating, with an aisle in the middle. It has always been an intimate theatre, and you are never far from the stage. Besides the seating, professional-grade updates were made to both the lighting and technical side of things because of Liz Droessler. Ticket prices are reasonable, and there are reduced rates for educators, seniors and veterans. Seats are assigned, and the website makes it easy to select the seat you wish to sit in. Some of the seats are accessible. Tim Locklear became the managing artistic director in 2014. He welcomed me as well as those I introduced to this theatre. He strove to create an inclusive community and brought shows to venues I hadn't always heard of. He wasn't afraid to tackle the hot-topic shows and brought these issues to the forefront. These shows tackled alzheimer's, mental illness, PTSD, eugenics, abortion, race relations, and LGBTQ+ stories. Some of these shows were uncomfortable to watch, but the stories needed to be heard, and I left with a much better perspective. In 2022, NRACT won the NCTC Community Theatre Award for belonging, inclusion, and diversity. Tim retired in September 2025 but is still directing shows, most recently Boys in the Band. It is playing for a few more weeks if you want to see a deep show. The performances here are always high quality, from the talented performers to the sets and costumes. They've had Parade; Don't Bother Me, I can't Cope, Dot: Grown-Ups; Church and State; Next to Normal, Calendar Girls; Dogfight; Equus; Roe; Always Patsy Cline and Young Frankenstein are a few. If you want a story that stays with you, NRACT is where to go for meaningful theatre. It's the kind of place where you aren't just an anonymous seat number but a valued part of a community. Lormarev Jones recently took the helm as Managing Director, with Jess Barbour as Artistic Director, so I am excited to see what their energy brings to NRACT.

I grew up at this theatre and have watched it go from great to excellent. This hidden gem is…read morelocated in an inconspicuous place but that doesn't stop them from bringing in full houses. They produce a diverse array of polished and high energy productions. Very Strong sense of community with creative outlets for kids and teens as well. Check out their next production, you won't be disappointed!

4 stars feels right. I've been to 3 YMCAs in my life thus far and this one has what you need!…read more Older Adult Programming classes (THRIVE), Summer Camps, Water Aerobics, Group Fitness and more. Couple unique features: - Bottom floor walking track that goes around the gym - Flavia Station (free coffee/tea) Problem areas: - Incline bench needs to be replaced (it's angled oddly and one of the worst I've used) - The pulley machine near the punching bag has some issues with the pulley catching - No decline bench here This YMCA feels fairly old but I'm a fan of how every YMCA is uniquely built. There's ample parking but peak times will have you walking.

Super nice staff. Clean facility. Upbeat vibe throughout gym. Three pickleball courts and lots of…read moreopen play time. Ladies locker rooms spacious. Sauna nice and indoor and outdoor pools big. Just about anything you could want in a gym, lots of machines and a variety of classes. Love this place.

Our very active 3yo son has been taking bi-weekly classes here, and we love it! He has been getting…read morebetter at following Coach's directions, is challenged every week, and loves getting awards!

G loves Kidstrong. That's all that I need to know. It challenges him and the coaches are…read moreencouraging to try new skills but if he can't do the skill they are ok and say try next time.

So, I worked here and have been wanting to post this for a very long time…read more This camp is not somewhere I would send my child to. First of all, one of our activities and I have proof of this somewhere, was cleaning the barn stalls. Which I was "forced" to make the kids do. Second, the rabbits do not get proper care whatsoever. They live in a small shed with no hay and only pellets. They have pine shavings (which are harmful to rabbits) and rarely get time to run around. I have begged animal control to do something but the only thing I can do now is use my words. Rabbit teeth never stop growing, that's why they need hay. I will continue to call animal control until I know things are taken care of. I will continue to tell people what I know about this situation as it is animal abuse. Third, the small animal room is a joke. Those animals also do not get exactly what they need. It is a tooth and nail fight because the owner Jeff is completely cheap. Fourth, From 2019- now, I have heard several counselors tell me that Jeff yells at the kids during lunch. Or explains how horrible all of the food their parents give them is. Fifth, Jeff and I got into several disagreement about the scheduling with activity's for the kids. It was the same thing every day and the kids began to get bored like children do. Kids don't want to do the same nerf gun war every single day. Upon arrival in the morning your children basically help feed the animals which is great and all but this really isn't teaching them what you think. Send your kid to camp at the Hunts Center, Active Tracos, or Lifetime in Cary. There, your child won't be limited by what they can bring and you won't be supporting this.

Changing Tomorrow Farm is a fantastic track-out and farm camp designed for your children to have an…read moreincredible experience with animals and the environment around us.

Chesterbrook is such a special place and our kids have had the absolute best experience over the…read morelast 5 years. The staff are the friendliest, caring and involved group of people to all the students. We have been blessed with so many amazing teachers and Admin. Just to name a few, Erika Moore, Pam Baroody, Kelsey Desrosiers, Baley Fornes, Abby Moreno and Lorrie Herron Dolphin Pride for life

We've had such a positive experience at this preschool! Ms. Kiara and Ms. Fedder have created a…read morestructured yet playful environment that our son thrives in. We were nervous leaving our daycare of 4 years, but having dedicated teachers instead of staff with a high turnover has made a huge difference. They've taken the time to work 1:1 with him on several things we've been concerned about, and the growth we've seen has been incredible. The school also hosts great community events, and everyone has been so warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!

This review is for the pool only! I signed up for baby swim lessons here as a bunch of my friends…read moresigned up as well. The term lesson is a loose term and it is more about getting your baby use to the water which is perfect for the under one age. The pool is always very clean and there always tends to be a chair or two open to set all of our stuff down on. A big plus is that they let you swim around after swim lessons so it is a great way to get the babe tuckered out before nap time. Snack bar is okay and a good place to grab a drink or snack. The only downside is this place really is in the middle of nowhere (to me), super North Raleigh. I wish it was closer so I could participate in more activities here!

After having my daughter in another preschool we put my son there too. He cried every single day!!…read moreHowever, at Soapstone he has never shed the first tear! He has been there for four years and is now in the transition class. He begs to go every day and we have loved every single teacher there! It is a church preschool but it is not fire and brimstone as my daughter's was. They sent home a find the objects worksheet when she was 4 that had her find the bloody nails in Jesus' hands, the crown of thorns, and the faces in the fire. Really? at 4? Soapstone has always been age appropriate and teaches with love and compassion! You will not regret checking out this amazing place for your child!

From the owner: Soapstone Preschool is a ministry of Soapstone United Methodist Church offering genuine love and…read morecare to children and families in a safe, nurturing Christian environment. We believe every child is special and we strive to help them grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally. Learning is fostered through age-appropriate learning centers and hands-on activities that encourage positive socialization with teachers and peers. Parent involvement is vital and we welcome them as partners in our preschool family. Our History: Soapstone Preschool began in 1991 as a cooperative Mother's Morning Out program one day a week. Over the past twenty years, the preschool has grown and evolved. Currently there are 12 classes with 110 children enrolled and a staff of 22. We are looking forward to the 2017-2018 school year as we serve our church and community. It's exciting to watch our program grow throughout the years and to realize how much God has richly blessed us.