Book Harvest is presenting the Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices, Durham, North Carolina. Book Harvest provides books to children who need them and engages families and communities to promote children’s lifelong literacy and academic success. Drop off your books and then join the celebration, which … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Entertainment
Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, at 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Drop-In Valentine's Day Card Making event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop in any time. There will be lots of cardmaking supplies, everything you need to make Valentine’s Day cards for all your loved ones. This event was announced on Facebook. All skill levels … [Read more...] about Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: Follow The Vietnamese American Association of Raleigh on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Jewish for Good (Levin JCC) is hosting the opening reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the Marcus Family Gallery at the Levin JCC, 1937 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina. The reception is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required and donations are welcome. This exhibition features work from Holocaust victim Sofia … [Read more...] about Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Duke University is hosting a free concert on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at East Duke 201 (Nelson Music Room), 1304 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The concert is free and open to the public. The following description is from Duke University. Step into a heartfelt musical celebration as Duke violinist Eric Pritchard and an ensemble of distinguished guest musicians honor … [Read more...] about Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the MLK Community Zebulon Chapter Workshop Choir's 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Musical. This event takes place at Zebulon Community Center, 301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. This performance brings together voices from Wake and Johnston counties for a powerful tribute through … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
Hillyer Community Chorus will present a free concert, Light in the Darkness, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m., at Hillyer Memorial Christian Church, 718 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free choir concert featuring Dvorak's Mass in D Major and other songs of comfort and joy. Reception to follow. No reservations are required. Admission is free, but donations are … [Read more...] about Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Devine's Restaurant & Sports Bar, at 904 W Main Street, features All-American favorites like wings, burgers, chicken and sandwiches, 12 beers on draft, a selection of bottled beers, hard seltzers, wine and mixed drinks. We also have non-alcoholic options for our non drinkers. Watch your favorite NFL team play on one of the 17 large TVs. This bar shows Duke games (that's a warning or an … [Read more...] about The Devine Feminine Comedy Showcase at Devine’s Restaurant and Sports Bar Jan. 25
Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
UPDATE: Reservations for this event has filled up. Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please RSVP. Schedule: Peaceful Forest features Takumi Kato, a professional Taiko drummer from Gifu, Japan, who has toured … [Read more...] about Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
Bellydance show and open dance floor at Sophie’s Jan. 16
Sophie's Grill and Bar, 2734 NC-55, Cary, North Carolina, hosts bellydance parties. Admission is free with the purchase of a drink or meal. After the performance, the audience is invited to dance. Here's what's coming up. Bellydance PartyFriday, January 16, 20266:30 p.m.Free (pay for drinks or dinner) Bellydance show at 6:30 p.m. Open dance floor at 7:30 p.m. Come enjoy the show and you can … [Read more...] about Bellydance show and open dance floor at Sophie’s Jan. 16
