The second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live music, performances, spoken word poetry and more. Venues are generally open late afternoon and evening hours. 2nd Friday ArtWalk events and activities are free and open to all. Here are … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro Aug. 14
Entertainment
16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 12
The 16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest celebration takes place at Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Session 1 is from 1 to 5 p.m. and session 2 is from 6 to 10 p.m. Featuring The Little German Band & Dancers, this is a full day of Oktoberfest celebration! Dust off your lederhosen, lace up your dirndl, and enjoy a keg-sized celebration packed with … [Read more...] about 16th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 12
Movie Night at Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center: Back to the Future on Aug. 12
Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting a Movie Night on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. They'll be showing Back to the Future. Bring a chair, and grab dinner or treats from Sweetwater Town Center businesses! … [Read more...] about Movie Night at Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center: Back to the Future on Aug. 12
Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro: 12-pack for $12 on the 12th of the month
Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro, NC, is at 120 Lowes Drive #100. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for a full list. Deals & Discounts 12 for $12The 12th day of every month, all day, get a 12-pack for $12. Stock up your fridge with Sky Blue Kolsch, Costero Mexican-Style Lager, and Fin Chaser Pale Ale. 12 for $12 is on Carolina Brewery's website calendar through the rest of … [Read more...] about Carolina Brewery in Pittsboro: 12-pack for $12 on the 12th of the month
How to shop online for books and still support your local bookstore
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Shopping local is best. However, if you like the convenience of shopping online for books, but you still want to support your local bookstore, check out bookshop.org. At Bookstore.org you shop online for books and they're shipped directly to you just like they would be from a certain large online retailer. But the difference is that when you shop you select a local bookstore to support, and … [Read more...] about How to shop online for books and still support your local bookstore
Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 26
The Apex Latino Arts Festival will take place Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m., at Apex Town Campus, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Festival Features Entertainment Schedule … [Read more...] about Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 26
Retro Rewind Music Bingo and Trivia at White Street Brewing
White Street Brewing was the first brewery to make Wake Forest its home. It's in downtown Wake Forest, at 218 South White Street. It specializes in hand-crafted, small-batch ales and lagers. The taste assortment include a hoppy IPA, a Kolsch, a Belgian blond and a Scottish ale. You can find White Street Brewing's events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live … [Read more...] about Retro Rewind Music Bingo and Trivia at White Street Brewing
Open-Mic Nights on Sundays at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, more
Oaklyn Springs Brewery can be found at 2912 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the brewery's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Taproom … [Read more...] about Open-Mic Nights on Sundays at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, more
Music Bingo, Trivia, and Live Music at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Oaklyn Springs Taproom can be found at 505 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Taproom hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the taproom's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Brewery … [Read more...] about Music Bingo, Trivia, and Live Music at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday — Aug. 10
If you have a sense of adventure and like a bargain, check out Regal's Mystery Movie Monday promotion. On select Mondays at 7 p.m., participating Regal Cinemas are hosting early screenings of movies for $5. You won't know the movie ahead of time. The only information available is the rating and length of the movie. Sometimes they give a little hint, like the genre of the movie. If you’re a … [Read more...] about Regal Cinemas hosts a $5 advance screening on Mystery Movie Monday — Aug. 10
