The Town of Carrboro is hosting the West End Poetry Festival on October 19 to 21, 2023. All events are free and open to the public, and most take place at the Carrboro Century Center, 100 North Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. October 19, 2023 October 20, 2023 October 21, 2023 At Carrboro Century Center At Steel String Brewery, 106A Greensboro Street, Carrboro) … [Read more...] about West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 19-21
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Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 218 S 2nd Street, in Smithfield, invites the community to a Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk on Saturday September 23, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 11 .m. The event includes: Free and open to the public. The labyrinth is behind the church, on Church Street. The labyrinth is a place where people come to meditate, relax, pray and heal. The space is used for … [Read more...] about Fall Equinox Nature Gratitude Walk at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s Labyrinth in Smithfield
Raleigh Comic Book Show August 20
Raleigh Comic Book Show takes place at Hilton Garden Inn -- Crabtree Valley, 3912 Arrow Drive, Raleigh, NC. This is a free event. The next two dates are: Raleigh Comic Book Show takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The emphasis is on comic book dealers (as opposed to cosplay, etc.) Michael Eury will be a guest at the August 20 show. Dealers at August 20 Raleigh Comic Book Show … [Read more...] about Raleigh Comic Book Show August 20
Wake Forest Comic-Con August 19
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 29, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest. Admission is $5. Admission is free for kids under age 12. Here's what's going on: More upcoming free and cheap things to do in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 19
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Opening Reception of Little Treasures July 28
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St., Hillsborough, is owned and operated by local artists. Hillsborough Gallery of Arts represents established artists exhibiting modern and contemporary fine art and fine craft. Artworks include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fiber art, jewelry, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, metals, encaustics, enamels, watercolors and … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Opening Reception of Little Treasures July 28
Black Word Magic Author, Illustrator, and Publisher Fair
Black Word Magic Author, Illustrator, and Publisher Fair is an event dedicated to providing talented African American authors, illustrators and publishers an opportunity to showcase their work, connect with potential readers, build collaborations, learn more about the publishing industry, share their unique perspectives, and gain exposure for their creations. It takes place Saturday, August 19, … [Read more...] about Black Word Magic Author, Illustrator, and Publisher Fair
The Spheres That Play: The Poetry and Music of Emily Dickinson
Epilogue Books, at 109 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, is hosting The Spheres [th]at Play on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. In this musical storytelling event, Caroline Jesalva and Frances Norton will bring the poetry of Emily Dickinson to life, and will explore the connection between music and Dickinson's work. Admission is free, but please RSVP. … [Read more...] about The Spheres That Play: The Poetry and Music of Emily Dickinson
Grand Opening of Liberation Station Bookstore — new children’s bookstore in Raleigh
Liberation Station Bookstore, at 208 Fayetteville Street, Suite 201, Raleigh, NC, is North Carolina's first Black-owned children's bookstore. Liberation Station Bookstore is holding its Grand Opening on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will feature a ribbon cutting and a visit from several notable children's book authors, who will have books to sign. Look for … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Liberation Station Bookstore — new children’s bookstore in Raleigh
Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, NC, is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. All the events are free and open to the public, with no registration required. The events are sponsored by the Durham Library Foundation. The celebration features take & make instruments, music of the Black Diaspora, an author … [Read more...] about Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
1st Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration with Artist Studio Project are hosting the 1st Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place June 3rd, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages pre-school to seniors. We all … [Read more...] about 1st Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum
