Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC, is holding its second annual Tough as Nails Storytelling Fundraiser on Friday, June 17th, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. It takes place at Honeysuckle Tea House, 8871 Pickards Meadow Road, Chapel Hill, NC. Admission is a donation of any amount. With a mission of creating community through the telling of stories, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC, is … [Read more...] about Tough as Nails Storytelling Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC
Literature
Exceptional Measures — Celebrating Juneteenth at Carolina Theatre June 15
Durham County Library is presenting a free event, Exceptional Measures -- Celebrating Juneteenth, on June 15th, 2022, at 6:30 p.m., at Carolina Theatre, 309 W Morgan Street, Durham. Experience the exceptional measures found in the artists' poem stanzas, song lyrics, music, and dance as we recognize the connection each has to the history behind celebrating Juneteenth. Remember and … [Read more...] about Exceptional Measures — Celebrating Juneteenth at Carolina Theatre June 15
Free Juneteenth poetry workshops for teens in Durham
Durham Parks and Recreation's Cultural Heritage Programs Unit is hosting two poetry workshops for teens (ages 13-18) to celebrate Juneteenth. These are free events, but pre-registration is required. They take place Saturday, June 18th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Leigh Farm Park, 370 Leigh Farm Road, Durham. Join local poet, Kian Furnace, and Cultural … [Read more...] about Free Juneteenth poetry workshops for teens in Durham
Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival
Chapel Hill - Carrboro Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is presenting the Orange - Chatham African American Cultural Festival. This event will take place Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Chapel Hill - Carrboro City schools (formerly Lincoln Center) at 750 S. Merritt Mill Road, Chapel Hill, NC. This is a free, family-centered event that … [Read more...] about Orange – Chatham African American Cultural Festival
Mayor’s Unity Day in Raleigh — games, performances, inflatables, more…
Raleigh's annual Mayor's Unity Day takes place Saturday, April 9th, 2022, at Moore Square, 200 N Blount Street. This event will be going on from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family hosted by the Raleigh Human Relations Commission. The goal of the celebration is to bring diverse elements of the community together to enhance understanding of different cultures. The … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Unity Day in Raleigh — games, performances, inflatables, more…
An Evening of Theater at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (free event)
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is presenting An Evening of Theater on March 11th, 2022, at 6 p.m., at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 E. Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina. Admission is free. This event will celebrate Black excellence through history, spoken word and song. Enjoy performances from DS Will, Dasan Ahanu, Kimberley Michelle and William Harris. … [Read more...] about An Evening of Theater at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (free event)
Arts on the Hill at Dix Park: Play On Words (free event)
Arts on the Hill is a series of free events at Dix Park that will bring film and spoken word poetry to the community. The event takes place at Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, on Thursday, November 11th, 2021, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are free but seating is limited. Play on Words is a showcase spotlighting the gifted filmmakers and poets … [Read more...] about Arts on the Hill at Dix Park: Play On Words (free event)
Pure Life Theatre Fall Festival
Pure Life Theatre is hosting its second annual Fall Festival on Sunday, October 24th, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will take place on the Pure Life Theatre Open Air Stage at 3801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh. Admission is $5. The festival will include: Staged reading of Seed Art Share's "Trick or Treat, Mr. McGregor!"Performance from United Strings of ColorTwo not-too-spooky … [Read more...] about Pure Life Theatre Fall Festival
Free performances of “Crisis Materials” at Dix Park
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
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
