Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting a MLK Day event on Saturday, January 13, 2024. MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham. Activities will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's life, including: This event is free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
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Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
The Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade takes place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. There will be a celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, NC, that will include activities and performances before and after the parade. Parade to Park Festivities take place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, food trucks and much more. Schedule … [Read more...] about Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 19-21
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
Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at The Fruit Oct 15
The Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival, Durham, North Carolina's oldest running zine fest, will be at The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 15, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Zine Machine is calling all lovers of zines, comics, posters and assorted do-it-yourself printed matter for a festival of autonomous, alternative printed media! Zine Machine … [Read more...] about Zine Machine Printed Matter Festival at The Fruit Oct 15
Africa Fest 2023 in Carrboro
UNC African Studies Center is presenting Africa Fest 2023 on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Weaver Street Market, 101 East Weaver Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The festival will be a celebration of African culture, art, and history. There will be Africa Fest-themed t-shirts for the first 50 guests and African Studies Center tote bags for 100. There will be a … [Read more...] about Africa Fest 2023 in Carrboro
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