Join the VITAL Health team at Dix Park on Saturday, May 22 for two free live performances of "Crisis Materials," a movement and spoken word piece that unpacks how COVID-19 and the social unrest in our nation has affected our collective mental health. It also sheds light on the history of the land at park, specifically the Dix Park Cemetery. "Crisis Materials" LIVE is also a means of recognizing … [Read more...] about Free performances of “Crisis Materials” at Dix Park
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History Spotlight: 19th Century Clothing — What They Wore and Why at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough
Burwell School Historic Site, at 319 N. Churton Street, in Hillsborough's historic district, is free to visit during its year-round opening hours: Wednesday through Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. During open hours, please knock on the door or call 919-732-7451 to be let in. Only one group, of a maximum of 6 people, can visit at a time. Masks are required. The … [Read more...] about History Spotlight: 19th Century Clothing — What They Wore and Why at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough
Library Fest with Durham County Library
Join Durham County Library in the community celebration of Library Fest. Taking place April 5th to 10th, 2021, Library Fest will showcase the many diverse ways the library can be a part of your life. The week includes a community reading program with selected reads for every age, and the chance to directly engage with authors and illustrators. The programming also includes STEAM and business … [Read more...] about Library Fest with Durham County Library
City Soul Cafe Open Mic Pop-Up at Transfer Co. Food Hall
City Soul Cafe Open Mic will take place Wednesday, March 17th, 2021, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Transfer Co. Ballroom, 500 E. Davie Street, Raleigh. The cover charge is $7. There is free parking available, and various dining options throughout the food hall. Bartenders will be mixing drinks at the private bar. The open mic is open to all artists, poets, singers, comedians and … [Read more...] about City Soul Cafe Open Mic Pop-Up at Transfer Co. Food Hall
Little Free Library Unbound: A Digital Events Series
Read on to learn about Little Free Library Unbound, a new digital events series for book-lovers. The first event takes place Thursday, January 14th, 2020, at 5 p.m., and features panelists: Tameka Fryer Brown, Charlotte-based children's book author Dionne Sims, owner of Black Garnet Books Anita Merina, Little Free Library national board chair The Little Free Library® … [Read more...] about Little Free Library Unbound: A Digital Events Series
Gather ‘Round — online storytelling event
The Compass Center is hosting an online storytelling event on Thursday, October 22nd, 2020, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. it's free, but donations are encouraged. Here's all the information: Join us for a night of courageous storytelling, with professional storytellers bringing you fun, heartwarming tales, and leaving the floor open for you to share bravely as well. After months … [Read more...] about Gather ‘Round — online storytelling event
SPARKcon 2020 canceled
SPARKcon is an interdisciplinary creativity, art & design festival produced by the non-profit creativity incubator, Visual Art Exchange, in Raleigh NC. SPARKcon is not taking place in 2020, but will be back better than ever in 2021. … [Read more...] about SPARKcon 2020 canceled
Free Comic Book Day becomes Free Comic Book Summer
Free Comic Book Day, which normally occurs the first Saturday in May, has been reworked for 2020. It's now Free Comic Book Summer, and runs through September 9th, 2020. Instead of one day where you could get free comic books from local comic book stores, there will be many opportunities. This is a way to avoid the crowding that takes place on Free Comic Book Day. From the press … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day becomes Free Comic Book Summer
Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
To commemorate the resilient spirit of African Americans and to celebrate Juneteenth, #TheBounceBackRDU, a virtual storytelling event, will stream live on YouTube and Facebook, 7 pm, Friday, June 19, 2020. #TheBounceBackRDU features eight African Americans sharing stories about a time they fell down but didn’t stay down - they bounced back. The series is produced by Alexus Rhone, founder of … [Read more...] about Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
Virtual concerts with Chatham County Council on Aging
Chatham County Council on Aging is presenting Listen & Learn-a-Thon, an online variety show, on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature local artists, performers, speakers, writers, personalities and more. Some of the performers and participants include: Chatham Rabbits Chatham County Line Krall Daddy & Olde Uncle Edd Dr. Lulu Boykin Mustard … [Read more...] about Virtual concerts with Chatham County Council on Aging
