Hayti Heritage Center, at 804 Old Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a special event Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6 p.m. Enjoy reflection, storytelling and celebration in Hayti Heritage Center's interactive, hands-on space. This free event features: This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Celebration Jan. 17
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade in rescheduled to Feb. 1
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade will take place in Downtown Cary Park on Saturday, February 1, 2025. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather on the original date. Downtown Cary Park is at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, but the event specifically starts on Frantz Square Lawn. This map will help! Kick off GLOW by gathering on Frantz Square Lawn at 6 p.m. Then the … [Read more...] about GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade in rescheduled to Feb. 1
Singing the Psalms in Duke Divinity School’s Goodson Chapel Jan. 17
Duke Divinity School is Singing the Psalms at Goodson Chapel, 407 Chapel Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, January 17, 2025. Musicians and worship leaders from Duke Chapel will be singing the Book of Psalms from beginning to end. The experience will start at 8 a.m. and will take between eight and ten hours to complete. All are welcome, and it's free to attend. Participants are … [Read more...] about Singing the Psalms in Duke Divinity School’s Goodson Chapel Jan. 17
Rhinstone Country Night at Bearded Bee Brewing in Wendell Jan. 17
Bearded Bee Brewing, at 20 E Campen Street, Wendell, North Carolina, hosts frequent events at its Downtown Wendell location. You can find all the events on their website, plus updates on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them. Upcoming Events Live Music in Winter 2025: Recurring Events Hammered TriviaWednesdays6:30 p.m.Free Music Bingo1st and 3rd Tuesday of month6:30 … [Read more...] about Rhinstone Country Night at Bearded Bee Brewing in Wendell Jan. 17
Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Events
The Chapel Hill - Carrboro NAACP is commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event will begin at a rally at 10 a.m. at the Peace and Justice Plaza, 179 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Following the rally, participants will march down Franklin Street to the historic First Baptist Church for a commemoration day service at 11 a.m. … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Events
5 Points Gallery in Durham — Wintertide Opening Reception Jan. 17
5 Points Gallery, at 109 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, features work from contemporary artists who live and work locally. Works include paintings, drawings, fused glass, sculptures and mixed media artworks. Join 5 Points Gallery for their Third Friday Reception on January 17, 2025, 6-9 p.m. Experience Wintertide, a captivating new exhibit showcasing the latest works from 5 … [Read more...] about 5 Points Gallery in Durham — Wintertide Opening Reception Jan. 17
What’s open and closed on MLK Day in the Triangle (including ABC Stores)
Learn about holiday hours at County facilities, City and Town services, malls, ABC Stores and grocery stores. This post is updated throughout the year to provide information on hours for various holidays. So you might see some information that doesn't relate to the current holiday. We haven't listed every municipality in the Triangle, because there are so many. Go to your town's website or … [Read more...] about What’s open and closed on MLK Day in the Triangle (including ABC Stores)
“Our History, Our Voice: Latinés at Duke” Exhibit Opening at the Museum of Durham History Jan. 17
Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's open late for Durham Third Friday. Events with Museum of Durham History "Our History, Our Voice: Latinés at Duke" Exhibit Opening at the Museum of Durham HistoryJanuary 17, 20256 to 8 … [Read more...] about “Our History, Our Voice: Latinés at Duke” Exhibit Opening at the Museum of Durham History Jan. 17
Third Friday Durham Art Walk and Gallery Crawl: Jan. 17
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk and Gallery Crawl: Jan. 17
Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's announced so far. If the organization announces more events we will add them. Find all of the Committee's MLK events here. Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event -- 45th … [Read more...] about Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
