The NCCU Art Museum is on the campus of North Carolina Central University, at 1801 Fayetteville Street, Durham. It's free to visit. The museum contains one North Carolina's best collections of works by African American artists and work that addresses the Black experience. The museum's current hours are: Tuesday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sunday: 2 to 4 p.m. Permanent … [Read more...] about Opening reception for Maviyane-Davies Creative Defiance Exhibition at NCCU Art Museum
Entertainment
Valentines Karaoke at Local 506 (and more)
Local 506, an all-ages rock club at 506 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, presents music throughout the month. Most shows are $10 or $15, although occasionally shows are more. You can see their whole schedule on their website. They also host some free events, which we are listing below. Make sure to check their website for any changes. Also, check their website for information about … [Read more...] about Valentines Karaoke at Local 506 (and more)
Special Galentine’s Day screening of Magic Mike at Regal Cinemas
Regal Cinemas is presenting Magic Mike: Galentine's Day Event for one day only. On Sunday, February 13th, 2022, select Regal locations are screening Magic Mike for just $5. They'll be showing it at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., so if the Super Bowl isn't your cup of tea, maybe Magic Mike is. Magic Mike tells the story of a womanizer hustler in the world of exotic male dancing who finds himself … [Read more...] about Special Galentine’s Day screening of Magic Mike at Regal Cinemas
Dino Stroll in Raleigh
Dinosaurs are coming to Raleigh, and this time you can walk among them! Dino Stroll will be at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, February 12th, and Sunday, February 13th, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. What can you expect? Well, lots of dinosaurs! There will be almost 75 life-like dinosaurs and other creatures, with some standing over 25 … [Read more...] about Dino Stroll in Raleigh
Selma Saturdays: Arts and crafts market, and more…
Selma Saturdays Arts and Crafts Market will return to North Raiford Street in Selma this spring of 2022. It will take place the 2nd Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy live local entertainment and browse the work of local artists and craftspeople. This is a chance to shop local and to support small businesses. Each Selma Saturday will have a special activity as well. Dates … [Read more...] about Selma Saturdays: Arts and crafts market, and more…
Cha Cha Chocolate Lover’s Ball at Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Durham (includes beginner class, chocolate, and social dance for $5)
Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Durham is presenting a fun, extremely low-priced event for Valentine's Day. Cha Cha Chocolate Lover's Ball takes place Saturday, February 12th, 2022, from 4 to 6 p.m., at 410 West Geer Street, Durham. Tickets are just $5. Purchase here. The first 50 guests will receive a free fair-trade chocolate treat from Durham-based chocolatier Chocolotay … [Read more...] about Cha Cha Chocolate Lover’s Ball at Arthur Murray Dance Studio of Durham (includes beginner class, chocolate, and social dance for $5)
Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl in Raleigh
Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Crawl takes place on Saturday, March 19th, 2022, from 4 to 10 p.m. It will include entry to 5+ venues, drink and food specials, 2 drinks or shot, and more. There will be a $1,000 costume contest. All of the venues will be announced a week or two before the event, but so far, these are announced: Milk BarClockwork Tickets are $15, but if you buy four together, … [Read more...] about Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl in Raleigh
Lunar New Year Celebration with NC State Global
NC State Office of Global Engagement is celebrating the Lunar New Year on Tuesday, February 1st, 2022, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., in the Talley Mountains Ballroom, in the Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Avenue, Raleigh. Celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Tiger with music, food and cultural activities. This is a free event. Register here. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration with NC State Global
Afrolatinidad: An Art Exhibition Opening at Diamante Arts & Cultural Center
On Friday, January 28th, 2022, from 6 to 8 p.m., Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, at 5104 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, hosts the opening of Afrolatinidad: An Art Exhibition. The opening event is free, but please RSVP to the Eventbrite event to help with planning. This exhibit features the work of artists Jose Manuel Cruz and Miguel Brown. The exhibit will be at the Diamante Arts & … [Read more...] about Afrolatinidad: An Art Exhibition Opening at Diamante Arts & Cultural Center
20% off all barn quilts from Sawdust & Sage, a locally-owned mother/son business
Through January 31st, 2022, the local business Sawdust & Sage is offering 20% off all of its handmade barn quilts and Boho benches. The discount is automatically applied when you shop from their website. Sawdust & Sage, based in Willow Springs, creates rustic furniture and urban farmhouse decor from repurposed pallets and other wood. They are a mother and son team. You can find … [Read more...] about 20% off all barn quilts from Sawdust & Sage, a locally-owned mother/son business
