Steel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Pluck Farm location here. Read on for events at Steel String in Carrboro. Upcoming Events Free Live Music … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton’s 80th Birthday Bash at Steel String Brewery Carrboro, Jan. 18, and more
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The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
The Classical Concerts -- a concert series created by Dr. Anthony C. Lee -- is presenting their second chamber concert on January 18, 2026, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Saint Francis Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, North Carolina. All ages are invited, with a suggested donation of $15 per person or $30 per family. The concert features Ardora Trio. Violinist Jessica Ryou, cellist … [Read more...] about The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with Ardora Trio in Cary Jan. 18
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
11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
Millbrook United Methodist Church's Racial Healing Team is presenting the 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. This free event will take place in the Pryor-Bradford Christian Ministry Center worship area of the church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, North Carolina. Millbrook UMC is collaborating with Bethlehem Baptist Church and The Encouraging … [Read more...] about 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
Open Mic at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest Jan. 18
Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's events calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music on Thursdays (6 to 9 p.m.) in 2026: Sunday Jazz: Michael Jones and Ellis … [Read more...] about Open Mic at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest Jan. 18
Free ukulele lesson at KōMANA Brewing Company, more…
KōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. Read on for a few upcoming events! Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Kanikapila: FREE Ukulele Lessons1st and 3rd Sunday of every month (scheduled … [Read more...] about Free ukulele lesson at KōMANA Brewing Company, more…
North Carolina Vintage Bazaar at Expo Center January 17 and 18
North Carolina Vintage Bazaar takes place Saturday, January 17, and Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. both days, at the Expo Center at the N.C. State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets start at are $10 for a single day. Early bird tickets, which get you in the door an hour early, are $15, so that you'll get first shot at all the items. Buy tickets … [Read more...] about North Carolina Vintage Bazaar at Expo Center January 17 and 18
Yarn Swap at Locopops Jan. 18
Locopops Dessert Cafe, at 600 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a special event for crafters who want to freshen up their yarn stash. Come to a Yarn Swap on Sunday, January 18, 2026, any time between 3 to 7 p.m. Bring some yarn or other supplies that you don't need anymore and bring home some new-to-you yarn. There's no cost to attend and swap, but make sure to try a pop, ice … [Read more...] about Yarn Swap at Locopops Jan. 18
MLK Commemoration at Duke University Jan. 18
Duke University is presenting several events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 2026. Read about all of them here. Keep reading to learn about one of them. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. CommemorationSunday, January 18, 20263 p.m., at Duke University Chapel401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North CarolinaFree Candis Watts Smith, Professor of Political Science at Duke Trinity College of Arts and … [Read more...] about MLK Commemoration at Duke University Jan. 18
Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Yoga in the Galleries, starting January 18, 2026. This is a FREE yoga class, taught by Elizabeth Comtois. It takes place from 1 to 2 p.m. on the following dates in 2026: Please bring your own mat and tools. This class is open for all ages and yoga levels. … [Read more...] about Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum
