Want to learn more about computers? Or do you need some tech help? Instructors from the UNC School and Information and Library Science are offering their expertise and assistance at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The programs are free, but require registration. Registration for each program is at … [Read more...] about Free computer workshop and drop-in tech help at Chapel Hill Public Library
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Library Fest with Durham County Library — North Carolina Edition April 7-12
Join Durham County Library in the community celebration of Library Fest. Taking place April 7 to 12, 2025, Library Fest will showcase the many diverse ways the library can be a part of your life. This year, the focus of Library Fest is North Carolina. Programs take place a variety of venues. The week-long celebration includes a variety of programs, including: Library Fest Events See the … [Read more...] about Library Fest with Durham County Library — North Carolina Edition April 7-12
Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
As part of North Carolina Science Festival, Triangle Land Conservancy is hosting one of the many Statewide Star Parties taking place across North Carolina. TLC's Statewide Start Party takes place Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Three Bears Private Preserve, 711 Beaver Dam Road, Creedmoor, North Carolina. Admission is free, but registration is required. This event is for all … [Read more...] about Statewide Star Party with Triangle Land Conservancy April 4
Archaeology at Mordecai Historic Park March 29
As Mordecai investigates its own archaeological footprint, the park has been hosting a series of lectures with local experts speaking about their work at historic sites, cemeteries, and more. The final lecture takes place Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 1 p.m. It's free to attend. The series will close with the lives of Indigenous people who lived here for thousands of years before Europeans … [Read more...] about Archaeology at Mordecai Historic Park March 29
Lecture — “Public Art & Protest in NC: A Tour of Murals” at Durham County Main Library April 8
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a lecture, Public Art & Protest: A Tour of Murals in North Carolina on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sara Bell, a musician, folklorist and educator, will be the speaker. This is a free event, but please RSVP at the above link. Murals tell stories. Whether coded in the language of … [Read more...] about Lecture — “Public Art & Protest in NC: A Tour of Murals” at Durham County Main Library April 8
2025 North Carolina Shape-Note Singing Convention
Triangle Shape Note is a small local group that meets regularly to do "shape note singing" (sometimes called "sacred harp singing"). Shape note singing is a very old American tradition of group singing in four-part harmony. Singers sit in a hollow square, one voice part per side (treble, alto, tenor/lead, bass), and anyone can sing any part. Many people take turns requesting tunes and … [Read more...] about 2025 North Carolina Shape-Note Singing Convention
Lecture in Art History at UNC with Dr. Kency Cornejo– open to community
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hosting an art history lecture on March 5, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 112 Davie Hall, 235 E Cameron Avenue, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The lecture is free and open to the community. The speaker will be Dr. Kency Cornejo, of UCLA. The topic is "Reimagining Liberation: Visual Disobedience in Central American Art." A weeknight or … [Read more...] about Lecture in Art History at UNC with Dr. Kency Cornejo– open to community
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two events for Black History Month in 2025. These programs are supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Black Artists DaySaturday, February 15, 202510 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Come experience the incredible talent of local Black … [Read more...] about “Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series. Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from the interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Enjoy lively discussions and reflections on the impact … [Read more...] about Stories That Connect Us Series with The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
“Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
New Hope Bird Alliance is leading a morning of birdwatching and discovery at the AAA Four Diamond Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This is a free event, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Learn about the birds that thrive in Durham! Start out with complimentary coffee … [Read more...] about “Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
