Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Weekly Bluegrass Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary, more
Music
Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too
Meredith College is hosting a FREE concert with New River Ensemble for kids and families. The concert takes place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 1 to 1:45 p.m., at Carswell Recital Hall, Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. New River Ensemble, a clarinet trio with members from New York City and Philadelphia along with Meredith College’s cello … [Read more...] about Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too
Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition — music by United Strings of Color
Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition is an original play with music by United Strings of Color. The play uses mixed media arts to educate about the lives, countries, times, systemic laws, and iconic contributions of the four Black abolitionists: Ignatius Sancho, Joseph Bologne "Chevalier", Solomon Northrup and Frederick Douglass. United Strings of … [Read more...] about Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition — music by United Strings of Color
Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet Feb 15 (and more)
The Ciompi Quartet of Duke University was founded in 1965. Its members are all professors at Duke, where they teach instrumental music, perform across campus and coach chamber music. The current members are Eric Pritchard, Hsiao-mei Ju, Jonathan Bagg and Caroline Stinson. The Ciompi Quartet is performing in several free concerts. Please visit ciompi.org for a complete list of upcoming … [Read more...] about Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet Feb 15 (and more)
North Carolina Chamber Music Institute: Valentine’s Concert and Tactile Tour Feb. 16
North Carolina Chamber Music Institute has several concerts coming up. Read on to learn about one of the free concerts. IMPACT Series: Valentine's Concert and Tactile TourFebruary 16, 20253 to 4 p.m.Church of the Nativity8849 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC 27613Free Chamber Music Ensembles perform classical and popular music for the holiday! Audience participation opportunities including preconcert … [Read more...] about North Carolina Chamber Music Institute: Valentine’s Concert and Tactile Tour Feb. 16
Fest in the West — Western Cary’s Signature Festival — April 5
Fest in the West is a free festival in Western Cary on Saturday, April 5, 2025. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at a new location: Mills Park Field 1, Cary, North Carolina. Get ready for an active day of learning and fun! You and your kids can participate in many activities from jump rope to robotics. Our two stages will host youth dance and musical groups and The Big Field offers … [Read more...] about Fest in the West — Western Cary’s Signature Festival — April 5
Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 6
Revista Latina NC is presenting a free festival, Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño, on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 3 to 7 p.m., at Raleigh Rose Garden, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date, again... This Children's Day Cultural Festival will celebrate cultures and traditions through: … [Read more...] about Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 6
Live Music and Weekly Open Mic at Southern Cocktails & Brews (Hillsborough)
Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, at 114 W. King Street, Hillsborough, serves cocktails, wine and beer. It frequently hosts events like music, comedy, trivia, and open mics. There is no cover for most events. However, please tip the performers, and consider buying a CD or other merchandise if you enjoy the performance. Also, please tip your bartender. You can see everything coming up on … [Read more...] about Live Music and Weekly Open Mic at Southern Cocktails & Brews (Hillsborough)
Paddy on the Green St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lafayette Village March 8
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, is a European style village in North Raleigh, with locally owned restaurants, upscale shopping and underground parking. Follow Lafayette Village on Facebook to learn more and to stay up to date. They're hosting Paddy on the Green St. Patrick's Day Festival on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. This festival features: Look for … [Read more...] about Paddy on the Green St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lafayette Village March 8
Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will feature live New Orleans style jazz, Cajun cuisine, King Cake, and, of course, goats to meet! Tickets are $10 per person for anyone aged 3 and up. Or buy a family four pack for $30. The Blue Notes Jazz Band will be playing live … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
