PDA Research Café is a free series, organized by postdocs, to share the exciting research being carried out at UNC with the local community. All talks are delivered by engaging professionals who are leading experts in their fields of research. No background knowledge is required. Everyone is welcome. The next PDA Research Café takes place Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 6 to 7 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Research Cafe — Cells Gone Rogue: What is Cancer and Can We Prevent It? Aug 20
Colleges and Universities
MagiCon: magic convention and festival for magicians and magic fans (many free classes & shows)
The 3rd annual MAGiCon takes place on August 9 and 10, 2024, at Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival includes events both for magicians and for fans of magic. Many of the public events, which takes place on Saturday, August 10, are FREE. Meredith College is at 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. You can find a campus and parking map here. The convention … [Read more...] about MagiCon: magic convention and festival for magicians and magic fans (many free classes & shows)
UNC Summer Jazz Workshop: Latin Jazz Dance Night (and more)
UNC Music Department is holding their annual Summer Jazz Workshop the week of June 24 to 28, 2024. The workshop on The University of North Carolina's Chapel Hill campus is a five-day jazz program for students a wide range of ages. In addition to the programming for the students, the Summer Jazz Workshop features FREE events in the evenings for the general public. You can see the public … [Read more...] about UNC Summer Jazz Workshop: Latin Jazz Dance Night (and more)
Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is celebrating Juneteenth on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free celebration. Enjoy spoken word artists, a poetry writing workshop, interactive art experiences and more. There will be a cash bar. The Nasher is at 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Parking is free. The museum is closed on Wednesday, June 19, for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
The Gregg Museum, the art museum on the NC State campus, at 1903 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is launching its first ever summer art program for kids. It will take place every Tuesday in June and July, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Activities will focus on learning about artwork through the Gregg Museum's exhibits.Sessions are tailored to specific age groups. This is a … [Read more...] about Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 27
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 27
NC State University Earth Fair April 10
NC State University is hosting its annual Earth Fair on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It takes place at Stafford Commons, which is the green space on the north side of Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Raleigh. The Earth Fair is part of NC Science Festival, which includes hundreds of science events throughout the month of April, all over North Carolina. This is a … [Read more...] about NC State University Earth Fair April 10
Free: NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 23
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors to the public for a free open house Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a very popular annual event. It takes place at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, North Carolina. Wear closed-toe shoes. Children must be accompanied by adults. No pets allowed. At this event you can … [Read more...] about Free: NC State College of Veterinary Medicine Open House March 23
Free concert by Flute Cocktail at UNC-Chapel Hill
Flute Cocktail and Friends are performing in a free concert on Sunday, January 28, 2024, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., at Moeser Auditorium in Hill Hall, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Hill Hall is on the campus of UNC-Chapel Hill. Come here flutes of all sizes, including a contrabass flute. RAFA flute choir Flute Cocktail will collaborate with students from the UNC Chapel Hill Flute Studio and … [Read more...] about Free concert by Flute Cocktail at UNC-Chapel Hill
The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC’s Black Veterans
In honor of Black History, UNC-Chapel Hill Digital and Lifelong Learning presents, “The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC’s Black Veterans,” a one-man presentation & performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly elevating Black freedom fighters and veterans with North Carolina connections – known & unknown, on and off the traditional battlefield – who have engaged in over 400 years of a struggle … [Read more...] about The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC’s Black Veterans
