Music Maker Relief Foundation, Arts and Sciences Council (from Charlotte), and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library are joining together to present the NC Roots Music Series, a series of live stream performances by North Carolina musicians. This concert series will take place the 3rd Thursday of the month, from August to December, 2020, at 6 p.m. You can watch the streams on Music Maker's Facebook … [Read more...] about NC Roots Music Series — free live stream concerts by North Carolina Musicians
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
Sticks & Stones is a curling competition featuring stars from curling, NHL & USA Hockey.
NBC Sports, in collaboration with USA Curling, is creating a special new event - “Sticks & Stones” which combines the stars of curling, NHL & USA Hockey women’s team in a four-team, round-robin curling competition. Keep on reading to learn about the basics of curling, plus some interesting physics! Also, keep reading to find a curling club near you! The event was taped … [Read more...] about Sticks & Stones is a curling competition featuring stars from curling, NHL & USA Hockey.
Movies by Starlight at The Lumina Theater at Southern Village — a pod (up to 5 people) is $25
The Lumina Theater, at Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, is presenting Movies by Starlight on nights TBA this fall. The movies will start at sunset. The way it will work this summer is The Lumina will mark off 9 foot by 8 foot pods, with 12-foot wide aisles. The price is per pod and is $25. Pods are limited to 5 people, so if you have 4 other people that you feel safe with … [Read more...] about Movies by Starlight at The Lumina Theater at Southern Village — a pod (up to 5 people) is $25
Triangle Virtual Open Mic Night
The Carrboro based Dwarf Star Studios and The Triangle Music Collective are presenting a series of weekly virtual open mic nights on Tuesdays, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. All of the performances are live from the musicians' locations, benefiting a number of organizations. You can watch at either: You can watch previously recorded open mics on those channels as well. Typically, around 8 … [Read more...] about Triangle Virtual Open Mic Night
Live music on Unscripted Durham’s rooftop lounge
Unscripted Durham, a hotel at 202 N. Corcoran Street, Durham, holds regularly scheduled events open to the community, many of which are free. You can see them all on Unscripted Durham's Facebook page. The Patio is home to Unscripted Durham's seasonal rooftop pool, and that's where many warm-weather events take place. There's a full service New Americano "Beach-stro" restaurant and … [Read more...] about Live music on Unscripted Durham’s rooftop lounge
Movies in the Park: Aladdin, in Pittsboro
Chatham County Parks and Recreation is presenting Movies in the Park on Friday, September 11th, 2020, at 8 p.m., at The Park at Briar Chapel, 1014 Andrews Store Road, Pittsboro. They'll be showing the movie, Aladdin. This is a free event. The field will be marked with a grid to maintain social distance guidelines. There is space for 50 people on the field and there are 17 parking … [Read more...] about Movies in the Park: Aladdin, in Pittsboro
Jordan Lake Brewing: Closed
Jordan Lake Brewing has closed. More upcoming events at Triangle breweries … [Read more...] about Jordan Lake Brewing: Closed
Canceled: Holly Springs Chalk Festival
This event has been canceled due to inclement weather. On Saturday, October 10th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holly Springs is holding the first Holly Springs Chalk Festival. Artists can register to create a piece of artwork using just chalk. All artists ages 6 to adults may enter. Artists will be divided into 3 age groups: 6 - 12 13 - 17 18+ Artists can … [Read more...] about Canceled: Holly Springs Chalk Festival
Star Trek Day Offers Free Virtual Panels and Episode Marathon
Star Trek Day is preparing to beam you up to a whole new virtual experience for the annual celebration. On September 8, 1966, Star Trek made its inaugural launch onto TV screens with “The Man Trap” pilot episode of Star Trek: The Original Series. This date is now celebrated as the official Star Trek Day. This year, the event is going virtual with panels, special guests, and an episode … [Read more...] about Star Trek Day Offers Free Virtual Panels and Episode Marathon
Durham Parks & Recreation All-Star Basketball Competition for teens
Durham Parks & Recreation is holding its first ever DPR All-Star Competition. Teens, age 13-18, will compete in several single-person competitions to gain points for the chance to win a prize. Sign up now to accept the challenge. It's free! It will take place on Tuesday, September 8th, and Tuesday, September 15th, 2020, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., on the basketball … [Read more...] about Durham Parks & Recreation All-Star Basketball Competition for teens
