North Carolina Museum of Art is hosting a community day featuring free admission to Knowing the West. Through art making, performances, and community activities with local artists, visitors can explore the myths and realities of the American West. Western wear encouraged! The event takes place Saturday,June 27, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m This is a free event and no tickets are … [Read more...] about Knowing the West Community Day at NC Museum of Art June 27
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Craft Night at North Carolina Museum of Art June 25
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts monthly after-hours craft nights in the NCMA Café in the West Building. They're free to attend and no registration is required. Bring in any craft project you’re working on or create something fresh with provided art supplies. Each month there will be a different suggested theme connected to the galleries and … [Read more...] about Craft Night at North Carolina Museum of Art June 25
Zine Making & Folding at Blackbird Books and Coffee on March 12
Blackbird Books & Coffee, at 323 Blake Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts frequent events, including book clubs, author events and more. You can see these events on their events page. Read on to learn about one upcoming free event. Zine Making & Folding with Quarry Little LibraryThursday, March 12, 20265:30 p.m.Free (register at the above link.) Make zines, swap your own zines, or … [Read more...] about Zine Making & Folding at Blackbird Books and Coffee on March 12
Pandas Supporting Local: Free crafts and goodies March 1
Cozy Panda presents Pandas Supporting Local on March 1, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Trophy Brewing, 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Stop by for free crafts and goodies from participating vendors. Plus, a food truck will be on site and drinks will be available for purchase. … [Read more...] about Pandas Supporting Local: Free crafts and goodies March 1
Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
Orange County Department on Aging is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration at Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. It's free but registration is required. Register by Friday, February 6, 2026, by calling 919-968-2070. This event was announced on Facebook. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
Lunar New Year Crafts with Durham County Library
Durham County Library has two craft events planned for the Lunar New Year, one for kids and one for adults. They both require registration, and space is limited, so please follow the links and register as soon as possible. These are free events. Make It Monday! Paper LanternsMonday, February 16, 20265 to 6 p.m.South Regional4505 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NCFree (registration is required)Kids … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Crafts with Durham County Library
Make Your Own Vision Board at Rumors Chapel Hill Jan. 16
Rumors Chapel Hill, at 106 N Graham Street, Suite C, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, offers stylish, pre-loved clothing for men and women. On Friday, January 16, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m., Rumors will be hosting a Make Your Own 2026 Vision Board activity on their patio. It's free to participate. They'll have some supplies and tools, but they strongly recommend that you bring some of your own … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Vision Board at Rumors Chapel Hill Jan. 16
Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Casablanca while crafting on Nov. 6 at Garner Performing Arts Center
In partnership with the Garner Performing Arts Center, the NC Museum of History invites you to bring your favorite craft supplies to a free showing of the classic World War II-era film Casablanca. Crafting at the Cinema takes place Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free, but tickets … [Read more...] about Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Casablanca while crafting on Nov. 6 at Garner Performing Arts Center
