Both North Carolina Football Club and North Carolina Courage have home games on Juneteenth weekend. North Carolina Football Club plays Charlotte Independence on Saturday, June 18th, 2022, at 7 p.m. North Carolina Courage plays Houston Dash on Sunday, June 19th, 2022, at 5 p.m. Before each game, at WakeMed Soccer Park, 101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, there will be Juneteenth celebration. … [Read more...] about Juneteenth celebrations before North Carolina FC and North Carolina Courage games
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Black Music Month and Juneteenth Celebrations at Johnston Community College
Celebrate Black Music Appreciation Month and Juneteenth at two free events in Smithfield, North Carolina. Black Music Appreciation Month Juneteenth Celebration Black Music Appreciation Month & Juneteenth Celebration at Johnston Community CollegeFriday, June 17th, 20226 p.m.Johnston Community College Learning Resource Center245 College Road, Smithfield, NCFree Enjoy live music, … [Read more...] about Black Music Month and Juneteenth Celebrations at Johnston Community College
Bull City Comedy Festival
The 1st Bull City Comedy Festival will showcase dozens of the region's best comedians from June 17th to 19th, 2022. The shows take place at The Glass Jug Beer Lab (RTP), James Joyce Pub and Durty Bull Brewing Company. The cost of the shows range from free to $20. Bull City Comedy Festival Showcase at the Glass JugFriday, June 17th, 20228 to 10 p.m.Glass Jug Beer Lab RTP5410 North Carolina … [Read more...] about Bull City Comedy Festival
Freshly Brewed Poetry & Open Mic at Larry’s Coffee, in Raleigh
Larry's Coffee, at 1507 Gavin Street, Raleigh, periodically hosts poetry evenings or afternoons. These are free events. Next up: An Afternoon of Poetry and Open MicSaturday, June 18th, 20223 p.m.Free (donations welcome) Creatives from across the Triangle and beyond will come together to share coffee, read poems, and spread community warmth. Open mic signup starts at 2:30 p.m. Featured … [Read more...] about Freshly Brewed Poetry & Open Mic at Larry’s Coffee, in Raleigh
Father’s Day and Juneteenth Play Date at Motorco with Pierce Freelon, Jeghetto, and more…
Celebrate the release of Pierce Freelon's new children's picture book, "Daddy Daughter Day," at a fun event at Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham. This family event will include music, puppetry, activities and games, and more. A Father's Day X Juneteenth Play Date takes place on Saturday, June 18th, 2022, at 1 p.m., and will be a celebration of both Juneteenth and Father's … [Read more...] about Father’s Day and Juneteenth Play Date at Motorco with Pierce Freelon, Jeghetto, and more…
Tough as Nails Storytelling Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, NC
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
Juneteenth Jubilee “Afrofuturism” art show and party in Durham
The Fruit, at 305 S. Dillard Street, Durham, is hosting Juneteenth Jubilee "Afrofuturism" on Friday, June 17th, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. This event is a celebration of Juneteenth, and features an Afrofuturism themed digital art show, panel discussion and after dark celebration. Admission is free with registration. Local civic and community leaders, artists, and visionaries … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Jubilee “Afrofuturism” art show and party in Durham
Wilson Pride Celebration
Wilson Pride NC is hosting its inaugural Pride Celebration on Saturday, June 4th, 2022. The celebrations will take place: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Treat Yo' Self Bakery, 419 Goldsboro Street S., Wilson3 to 9 p.m.: Casita Brewing Company, 217 South Street, Wilson Follow Wilson Pride NC on Facebook for updates. The festivities include: Community art project to "Spread Kindness Like … [Read more...] about Wilson Pride Celebration
The Man Expo at NC State Fairgrounds June 3-5
The Triangle's largest man cave, The Man Expo, will be at NC State Fairgrounds June 3rd to 5th, 2022. This is your chance to take your favorite man shopping for everything he wants, and everything he doesn't know he wants. Or shop ahead for Father's Day gifts. In addition, there will be live music, wrestling matches, bar trivia, a donut eating contest and more. See schedule … [Read more...] about The Man Expo at NC State Fairgrounds June 3-5
The Last Dance — Photo exhibition in Durham
The Last Dance: A Photo Exhibition documents the final season of North Carolina Central University's baseball team. This exhibition will be at Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 W. Corporation Street, Durham, on May 28th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This description of the exhibition is from the photographer: Across the nation, HBCU baseball programs are on the chopping block (and there … [Read more...] about The Last Dance — Photo exhibition in Durham
