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Durham Bulls mascot Wool E Bull plays with a little girl

April 13–19

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church (1209 N Elizabeth St) will have a Food Giveaway in the parking lot across the street from the church on Monday, April 13, 2–4pm. You can stop by between 12:30 and 2 to get a number, leave, and return. Or you can arrive at 2, get a number from the folks at the table, and then get in line (with your car) to get your groceries. If you’d like to volunteer, please get there by 12:45.

The next District 2 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the Edison Johnson Recreation Center (500 Murray Ave) on Monday, April 13, 6–8pm. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. Call the District 2 Substation (5285 N Roxboro Rd, Eno Square Shopping Center) at 919-560-4582 for more info.

Hi-Wire Brewing Durham (800 Taylor St, in Golden Belt) will host the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League on Monday, April 13 from 6 to 10pm. Take your own putters (discs) and pay $6 to join in the fun.

The Hayti Heritage Center’s Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be led by Toni Hall and Ivy Burch on Monday, April 13, 6:30–8pm, in the Chuck Davis Dance Emporium (upstairs at 804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts). Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Crunk Club DRM’s weekly Crank Arm Durham Run starts at and returns to the Crank Arm Brewing Co (620 Fernway Ave) on Monday, April 13, 6:30–10:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Adult Roller Skating Lessons (age 18+) on Monday, April 13, 7–8pm. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Adult Newbie Night (age 18+) on Monday, April 13, 8–11pm. Now you can fall all you want, knowing that the kids won’t be there to laugh at you. Admission is $13, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, April 14, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Anyone age 50+ is invited to the East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) on Tuesday, April 14, 10–11:30am, for coffee and chatting. The Over 50 Crowd meets every week for this self-run program; call Mara at 919-560-0207 for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, April 14 at 12:30pm for a couple of hours (while supplies last); be sure to sign in at noon. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Be sure to find someone with a clipboard and give your name. GoDurham 5/5K.

The Historic Fayetteville Street Corridor Planning Group will host a three-part seminar series, Getting Ready for Home Ownership, starting Tuesday, April 14, 6–7:30pm, at the Phoenix Event Center (908 Fayetteville St, Suite 101, in the Phoenix Crossing Shopping Center. (The other two seminars will take place on April 21 and 28.) Featured presenter Pamela Snipes Bradford from the Bradford Group will lead this seminar on budgeting, credit enhancement, and home ownership preparation. Be one of the first 20 to register for all three seminars today and receive a $200 gift at the end (more than one person per household can attend but only one will receive the gift). It’s best if you could register at the HFSCPG office (Suite 203 in the Phoenix Event Center) before 3pm; call 919-237-1884 for more info. This initiative is funded through the City of Durham’s American Rescue Plan Act grant program.

The Glass Jog Run Club will meet on Tuesday, April 14, 6–8pm, at the Parkwood Ballpark (5200 Revere Rd). You can join either a 2-mile walk or 5k jog/run, ending at the Glass Jug Beer Lab (5410 Hwy 55). Strollers and dogs are welcome, and participants can walk or run at their own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Free Dinner Skate Night on Tuesday, April 14, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $15, which includes skate rental, one slice of cheese pizza, and a small drink; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Alyah Baker will lead a Black & Brown Ballet Class at the Hayti Heritage Center (804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) for beginners and intermediate dancers (age 12+) on Tuesday, April 14, 6:30–8pm. Learn traditional ballet technique in a class starting out with stretching, bending, and balance exercises especially designed for black and brown bodies. The fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, or whatever and learn Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and slip jigs phrase by phrase at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Irish Learning Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 14, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome (ideally you’re comfortable playing in the keys of G, D, and A major, and also E minor). Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

The monthly Pony Ride starts at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (201 Corcoran St) at 6:30pm on Tuesday, April 14 and ends at Ponysaurus Brewing (219 Hood St) around 8:15pm. This free, social, 5- to 8-mile bicycle ride will proceed at a leisurely pace and will be led by Eross Guadalupe.

Aldersgate United Methodist Church (1320 Umstead Rd) will host Weekly Community Pickleball on Tuesday, April 14, 6:30–8:30pm. The gym is located in the big building. Free admission; minors are welcome so long as they’re accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Write to info@aldersgate.org if you have any questions.

The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held on April 14, 7–10pm at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.

Take your favorite acoustic instrument (and a small amp if you play steel guitar) and learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 14, 8:30–10pm. A piano will be available and singers are also invited to join in. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome; chord charts will be provided and explained. Click her e for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, April 15, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Bell-Yeager Freewill Baptist Church (128 E Cornwallis Rd) will have a Food Giveaway for people in need on Wednesday, April 15, 10am–noon. If you’re interested in volunteering to help with sorting and distribution, call 919-489-3963.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 15 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

An ONIN Staffing Job Fair will be held at the NCWorks Career Center (1105 S Briggs Ave) on Wednesday, April 15, 10am–2pm. Jobs that are paying up to $24 per hour for warehouse and logistics workers, mechanics, welders, night ops, and more are available in Durham, Creedmoor, and surrounding areas.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

St Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Wednesday, April 15, 2–3pm. You can enter the parking lot via Nash St.

The Emanuel Food Pantry operates out of the Iglesia Presbiteriana Emanuel (2504 N Roxboro St) on Wednesdays, 2–4pm. Because of the effects on N Roxboro’s northbound traffic, the church now requires that everyone wanting to get free groceries register online sameday between 7am and 1pm. On April 15, click here, giving your contact information, the number of people in your family, and the time you’d like to drive up to pick up your food. The best way to join the line is to head to the intersection of Lavender and Banner streets; follow the directions of the church volunteers.

King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, April 15, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info and to volunteer. GoDurham 12.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 15 between 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Rediscover the fun of playing board games during Game Night at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Wednesday, April 15, 5:30–8:30pm. Free admission; food and beverage vendors/venues will be close by. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities. GoDurham 12B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $6 Wednesday Night Skate on April 15, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $6, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, April 15, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). The backup band will be playing R&B, smooth jazz, and funk—and you can join in (be sure to sign up when you arrive). Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar. If you’d rather stay home, you can still enjoy the show on Facebook. GoDurham 1 & 4.

The Durham Hotel (315 E Chapel Hill St) will host smooth R&B singer/songwriter Ally J on the Roof on Wednesday, April 15, 7:30–9pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 16, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Thursday, April 16 between 10am and 1pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

The La Leche League will hold its next monthly meeting on at Carolina Birth and Wellness (5850 Fayetteville Rd, Suite 202) on Thursday, April 16, 10:30am–noon. Today’s topic will be How Do I Cook, Sleep, Clean, Relax? Click h ere for info on future meetings.

Whole Mama Yoga will host a Baby & Me Yoga session on Thursday, April 16, 11:30am–12:15am, at Jewish for Good (1937 W Cornwallis Rd). Participants (and their babies from 4 months up to 1 year old) are invited to learn some focused movements and relaxation. The class fee is $10 or you can attend for free by becoming a member. Click here for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The West End Free Market will give away fresh produce and dry goods on Thursday, April 16 at the Lyon Park Recreation Center (1309 Halley St). Seniors (age 65+) will be served starting at 2:45pm, followed by everyone else at 3. The West End Free Market is a partnership of the Autism Center, the West End Community Foundation, Part & Parcel, the Duke Campus Farm, Farmer Foodshare, Durham Parks and Recreation, and Seal the Seasons.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature neo-soul/gospel/R&B singer/guitarist Mayia Warren during the next Taking Back Thursday live concert series on April 16, 5:30–7:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

The weekly Fleet Feet Pony Run starts at and returns to Ponysaurus Durham (219 Hood St) on Thursday, April 16, 6:15–8:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event. Click here for more info. GoDurham 2/3B/12.

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Thursday, April 16, 6:30–7:30pm.

The Neal Middle School Live Benefit Concert will take place in the school, 6211 Leesville Rd, on Thursday, April 16, 6:30pm. Enjoy performances by the Neal Middle School Chorus, Dance, and Band as they raise funds for their upcoming Festival Disney experience. Tickets are $7; click here for more info and to make your purchase.

Riverside High School (3218 Rose of Sharon Rd) will present Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical on Thursday, April 16 at 7pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students; click here to make your purchase.

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Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Friday, April 17, 9–10am. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-444 4 for more info.

Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) will host Tasting at Ten on Friday, April 17, 10–11am. Coffee lovers are invited to sample various flavors and socialize in the Training Center. Click here for more info and to register for this free event. GoDurham 3/3B.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Glass Jug Beer Lab (545 Foster St) will host a Friday Co-Working and Networking Social on April 17, noon–5pm. Freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote workers are invited to spend the last few hours of the workweek co-working and connecting with others in similar situations. Work from noon to 4 and then network and enjoy a beverage from 4 to 5. Free admission.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for the Invasive Plant Removal session in CR Wood Park (417 Commonwealth St) on Friday, April 17, 3–5pm. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click he re for more info and to register.

Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, April 17, 5:30–8:30pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). The open-air space is a good setting for this jam session, where musicians and singers are invited to join in. Free admission; food and drinks will be available for purchase from the restaurants on site.

Click here to see what’s happening for Third Friday (April 17) artist showings, musical performances, pop-up shops, workshops, grand openings, and foodie events in downtown Durham, including the 5 Points Gallery (109 E Chapel Hill St), the Museum of Durham History (500 W Main St), Durham Arts Council/Durham Art Guild (120 Morris St), Through This Lens (303 E Chapel Hill St), Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) and more; times will vary according to venue.

Downtown Durham Inc will lead the activities in CCB Plaza (202 Corcoran St), including the Women’s History Month Community Mural Project with Carlye Daugird, jazz with Al Strong, and capoeira (Brazilian martial arts) demonstrations and lessons with Sina de Capoeira; from 6 to 9pm
The MAKRS Society hosts the Durham Foodie Fare in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St), when you’ll be able to enjoy the food truck rodeo and shop with more than 20+ art and craft vendors from 5:30 to 9:30pm
The Durham Arts Council (120 Morris St) will feature two new solo exhibitions, “Carving Light” by ciara anais stewart (relief printmaking) in the Allenton Gallery and “You Are Your First Home” by Britney Symone (digital and 3-dimensional) upstairs in the Semans Gallery; meet the artists at the artists reception from 6 to 8pm
The Durham Visitor Info Center (212 W Main St) presents the Love Durham Market, featuring 10 local businesses selling clothing and jewelry, arts & crafts, sweet treats, and more; and a caricature artist will be there to create a portrait of you and your friends; from 6 to 8pm
5 Points Gallery (109 E Chapel Hill St) presents a new exhibit, “Horizons” by Anne Heartt Gregory ; meet the artist at the artist reception from 6–9pm
The Durham Marriott (201 Foster St) will host an Artist Link Popup Exhibit and Sale featuring talented visual artists with disabilities. Meet the artists and view their paintings, crafts, writings, cartoons, and origami in the lobby from 6 to 8:30pm. This event was made possible by Arts Access Inc
The Artisan Market at 305 (305 E Chapel Hill St) presents 3D spinners, laser-cut jewelry, and rainbow prism decals by Heathenn Handmade from 6 to 9pm
The Boulder Garden (328 Roney St) presents permanent exhibits by Gabriel Schama, Nick Bultman, and Jan Kaláb, in addition to a monthly rotating local exhibit from Durham creators; you’re also invited to relax, play the piano, play pinball, and more; from 6 to 9pm
Golden Belt Arts (800 Taylor St) will be displaying the latest exhibits by local artists from 6 to 9pm
The Liberty Arts Artist Studios & Foundry presents Love Durham (538 Foster St) with art vendors, printmaking, a community mural, and collage-card making from 6 to 9pm
The Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery (300 Morris St) presents Bachata Fixation with music by DJ Numinus and dancing (with a dance lesson at 9:30); $10 admission; from 9:30pm–midnight
The Bull Ride will be circling around, taking people to and from downtown, Golden Belt, and Brightleaf Square.

Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the Edison Johnson Recreation Center (500 W Murray Ave) on Friday, April 17, 6–7pm. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-427 0 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $8 Glow in the Dark Family Night Skate on Friday, April 17, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Riverside High School (3218 Rose of Sharon Rd) will present Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical on Friday, April 17 at 7pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students; click here to make your purchase.

Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville St) will present Wendell Tabb’s The Third Day, a gospel stage play that focuses on the live-changing experience of two families and based on stories from the Bible on Friday, April 17 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for students, seniors, and children; and $15 for those in groups of 10 or more. Click here to make your purchase.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Friday Night Adult Night Skate (age 18+) on April 17, 9pm–midnight. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Enjoy some fresh air by participating in a weekly Durham NC parkrun on Saturday, April 18, 8am, in Southern Boundaries Park (100 Third Fork Rd). Join in the 5k event by walking, jogging, or running. The run starts next to the parking lot and the softball field nearest to Third Fork Rd. It’s free; click here for more info and to register.

Braggtown Baptist Church (3218 N Roxboro St) will host an Indoor Yard Sale in the gym on Saturday, April 18, 8am–noon. They’ll have great deals on children’s clothes, adult clothes, shoes, toys, antiques, furniture, household items, linens, and more.

The Durham Central Park pavilion (501 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 18 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s table by the bathrooms and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Click here to find out what’s in season. GoDurham 4.

The Durham Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 18, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.

The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, April 18, at Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s tent and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Keep up with the latest news by visiting their Facebook page. GoDurham 12.

The Red Knights of NC-12 Motorcycle Club will host a Charity Ride for the UNC Jaycee Burn Center on Saturday, April 18, 9am, starting at Raging Bull Harley-Davidson (300 Muldee St) and joining an escorted ride through country roads in Durham, Granville, and Franklin counties. Registration starts at 9am and the ride starts at 11; there’s no registration fee, but donations will be collected via the passing of the boot.

The Triangle Board of Realtist (TRIBOR) will host Community Day: Closing the Gap at The River Durham (4425 Ben Franklin Blvd) on Saturday, April 18, 9am–3pm. Enjoy a day of information and fun; breakout sessions will include students loans, home buying, estate planning, budgeting, investing, financial literacy, and more. Teens will have their own interactive sessions based on budgeting and real-world planning. This free event is part of Realtist Week; click here for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at 10am, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Kids Roller Skating Lessons on Saturday, April 18, 10–11am, for young people ages 3 to 17. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals (Fisher-Price skates are available, and wrist guards are available free of charge). Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Briggs Avenue Community Garden (1314 S Briggs Ave) will host the Spring Plant Sale & Festival on Saturday, April 18, 10am. They’ll have spring plant starts, a seed and compost giveaway, kids’ activities, raffles, and you can get all of your gardening questions answered at the Ask a Master Gardener Table. Free admission.

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Triangle Take Steps fundraising event to accelerate breakthroughs in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research will be held at the Alexandria Center for Life Science (21 Alexandria Way) on Saturday, April 18. Click here to join a group or walk on your own; check-in starts at 10am and the ribbon-cutting will take place at 11.

The next District 1 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the Holton Career and Resource Center (401 N Driver St) on Saturday, April 18, 10am. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. If you can’t attend in person, click here to join via Zoom. Call the District 1 Substation (921 Holloway St) at 919-560-4281 for more info.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for the Invasive Plant Removal session in CR Wood Park (417 Commonwealth St) on Saturday, April 18, 10am–noon. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host All Day Skate on Saturday, April 18, 11am–6:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature R&B, go-go, and hiphop by DJ Big Fella during the next Saturdaze music series on Saturday, April 18, 11:30am–2:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities.

The Independent Animal Rescue’s next Meet & Greet will be held at Unleashed of Durham (4215 University Dr, in Parkway Plaza) on Saturday, April 18, noon–3pm. Kittens and cats are ready to be adopted and taken home by their new families. Click here to take a sneak peek at available pets and here if you’re interested in adopting a puppy or dog.

Celebrate the YMCA’s 175th anniversary during Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18, 1–4pm, at the Hope Valley Farms YMCA (4818 S Roxboro St). Stop by local vendors’ tables and snacks from the food trucks while the kids are enjoying the inflatable bounce house, face painting, zumba, and creative crafting. Free admission; click here for more info and to register.

The Scrap Exchange (2050 Chapel Hill Rd, in the Lakewood Shopping Center) will host its Earth Day Celebration (and 35th anniversary) on Saturday, April 18, 1–4pm. Connect with local nonprofits and community organizations, visit the Durham County Public Library’s Bookmobile, enjoy Brazilian drumming from Batalá during this free event.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for the Lakewood Shopping Center and Reuse Arts District Cleanup on Saturday, April 18, 2:30–3:30pm, in partnership with the Scrap Exchange. Before and after, feel free to participate in the Scrap Exchange’s Earth Day Celebration, which will be held from 1 to 4pm. Click here for more info and to sign up.

Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville St) will present Wendell Tabb’s The Third Day, a gospel stage play that focuses on the live-changing experience of two families and based on stories from the Bible on Saturday, April 18 at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for students, seniors, and children; and $15 for those in groups of 10 or more. Click here to make your purchase.

Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop (1104 Broad St, under Joe Van Gogh) will host an Irish Music Jam on Saturday, April 18, 3–5pm. Join in or feel free to sit and listen.

On Saturday, April 18, 6pm, Huron Stage (2329 Huron St), the outdoor venue that’s home to local and touring musicians who play originals, will host Songs of the Folk (AT and Lauren Cason) with Laura Jones and John Gillespie. Tickets are on a sliding scale, ranging from $10 to $20; they’ll also have a free bar and potluck.

Riverside High School (3218 Rose of Sharon Rd) will present Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical on Saturday, April 18 at 7pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students; click here to make your purchase.

The JZM Brazilian Jazz Trio will perform at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen (3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd) on Saturday, April 18, 7pm. No cover charge; food will be served until 10.

The Ment Beverage Co (312 Blackwell St) will host Shakespeare’s Hardcore Birthday Bash on Saturday, April 18, 7pm. Join the birthday celebration for William “the Bard” Shakespeare with bardcore music, costume contest, a poetry open mic, Shakespeare-themed movies, birthday cake, and more. Switch Theatre will put on performances at 7 and 8pm. Click here to register for this free event.

Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville St) will present Wendell Tabb’s The Third Day, a gospel stage play that focuses on the live-changing experience of two families and based on stories from the Bible on Saturday, April 18 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for students, seniors, and children; and $15 for those in groups of 10 or more. Click here to make your purchase.

The Sunroom Jazz Band will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro St, at St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, April 18, 7:30pm. Donations will be graciously accepted; visit the website to see the full calendar. GoDurham 7.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Hip Hop Saturday Night Skate on Saturday, April 18, 8–10:30pm. Admission for skaters is $14 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades. Skaters under age 18 must be with someone who’s age 21+ (otherwise they’ll be asked to pay $30). Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Sunday Morning Meditation will be held at the Shambhala Center of Durham (733 Rutherford St) on April 19, 9am–noon. Sitting meditation will be interspersed with walking meditation, and you can get some instruction if you’re a novice. Feel free to arrive and leave at any time—you don’t have to stay the entire 3 hours. You can also choose to attend online (click here to ask for the Zoom link); click here for more info. GoDurham 11/11B.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for the Martin Luther King Jr Parkway Cleanup on Sunday, April 19, 10am–noon (along MLK Pkwy, with everyone meeting at Lowes at Fayetteville Rd and MLK Pkwy). Gloves, vests, litter grabbers and trash bags will be provided; click he re for more info and to sign up.

On Durham Community Day (Sunday, April 19, 10am–5pm), Durham residents can explore the Museum of Life and Science (433 W Murray Ave) free of charge. Click here for more info and to plan your visit.

Casual Conversations with Coffee ( with the goal of “connecting people, supporting communities”) will be held on Sunday, April 19, 11am, at the Nectar Café (620 Foster St). Make new friends and enjoy chatting with people looking to learn from one another and expand their social circles.

A Piece of Quiet Quilts (3711 N Roxboro St) will host a Comfort Cases Community Sew-In on Sunday, April 19, noon–3pm. This and next month, caring individuals are participating in the 2026 Quilt Donation Drive, which benefits a nonprofit called Comfort Cases. They provide a backpack with essentials for each child entering the foster care system … plus one warm and comforting handmade quilt. If you’d like to help, you’re invited to join one of the in-studio quilt-making events or you can drop off a quilt. You can choose the size of the quilt you’d like to make or drop off—50" by 50" for big kids or 30" by 40" for babies. Click here for more info.

Durham Parks and Recreation will host the annual Durham Earth Day Festival in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Sunday, April 19, noon–5pm. Learn all about environmental issues and the importance of caring for the Earth at the environmental-education booths and do some related shopping with local crafters in the Earth Day Market. The kids can have lots of fun in the Family Fun Zone (with the Music Explorium, Museum of Life and Science, School House of Wonder, Bull City Woodshop, and Drumming for Wellness). If you ride in, you can leave your bike with the Valet Bicycle Park free of charge (at Foster and Hunt Sts). Check out the Way to Go Durham’s Sustainable Transportation Expo and bring your bike for a free tuneup/repair. Join the free e-scooter or e-bike tour of downtown Durham shops and support local businesses with your free gift card. You can also get rid of all kinds of old and unwanted paper at the free paper-shredding station at 410 Morris St from noon to 3pm and fill up your water bottle for free at the Durham H2O 2 Go Hydration Station. We Rock the Spectrum will host a calming sensory spot for those who may feel overstimulated and need to step away for a while. Visit the Durham County Library’s Bookmobile and check out some books. Don’t forget to join (or watch) the Earth Day Parade, led by the Bull City Strutters, at 2 (start lining up at 1:45). Live entertainment will feature Conjunto Caribe at 12:45, Chessa Rich at 2:30, and Shambo Medina at 4. Free admission; click here for more info.

Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville St) will present Wendell Tabb’s The Third Day, a gospel stage play that focuses on the live-changing experience of two families and based on stories from the Bible on Sunday, April 19 at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults; $17 for students, seniors, and children; and $15 for those in groups of 10 or more. Click here to make your purchase.

Bell Durham will join the Choral Society Chamber Choir in concert at First Presbyterian Church (306 E Main St) on Sunday, April 19, 3pm. Enjoy a lively performance, including a rendition of “The Bells,” (featuring handbells and voices) composed by David York and based on a poem by Edgar Allen Poe. Tickets are $5 at the door.

Baha’is of Durham (5103 Revere Rd) will host a Meaningful Conversations session on Sunday, April 19, 3–5pm, centered around the concept of Becoming a Practitioner of Peace in a World at War. Join the discussion where questions like “What are the root causes of war?” and “Is peace simply the absence of fighting?” will be explored.

Triangle Dance Studio (2603 S Miami Blvd, at the Triangle Meeting Space, next door to Research Triangle Dental) will host their Sunday Salsa Social on April 19, 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy dancing to salsa, bachata, cha-cha, kizomba, merengue, and cumbia. The dance lesson will begin at 6:30, followed by open dancing. Admission is $9, $7 for active military and students with current ID, and free for young people age 16 and younger.

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Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need by appointment only at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Monday, April 20, 4:30–5:30pm. Write to parktownhub@gmail.com to set an appointment so that you can choose the food you take home to your family.

Line Dancing with Nykki will be held at the Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd) on Monday, April 20, 6–7:30pm. This free session is for beginners on up.

Hi-Wire Brewing Durham (800 Taylor St, in Golden Belt) will host the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League on Monday, April 20 from 6 to 10pm. Take your own putters (discs) and pay $6 to join in the fun.

The Hayti Heritage Center’s Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be led by Toni Hall and Ivy Burch on Monday, April 20, 6:30–8pm, in the Chuck Davis Dance Emporium (upstairs at 804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts). Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Crunk Club DRM’s weekly Crank Arm Durham Run starts at and returns to the Crank Arm Brewing Co (620 Fernway Ave) on Monday, April 20, 6:30–10:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Adult Roller Skating Lessons (age 18+) on Monday, April 20, 7–8pm. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The next Durham City Council Regular Meeting will be held on Monday, April 20, 7–10pm. You can choose to attend in person in City Council Chambers (101 City Hall Plaza) or via the City’s website, YouTube channel, X account, Facebook page, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV (via the free Boxcast app), Frontier channel 70, or AT&T U-verse channel 99.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Adult Newbie Night (age 18+) on Monday, April 20, 8–11pm. Now you can fall all you want, knowing that the kids won’t be there to laugh at you. Admission is $13, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, April 21, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Anyone age 50+ is invited to the East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) on Tuesday, April 21, 10–11:30am, for coffee/tea and chatting. The Over 50 Crowd meets every week for this self-run program; call Mara at 919-560-0207 for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The City Talk Toastmasters Club’s next virtual meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 21, noon–1pm. Toastmasters Clubs help members and visitors develop public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Click here to join via Zoom.

The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, April 21 at 12:30pm for a couple of hours (while supplies last); be sure to sign in at noon. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Be sure to find someone with a clipboard and give your name. GoDurham 5/5K.

Christian faith leaders are invited to connect with one another at the Pastors’ Lunch, which will be hosted by the TriWest Network on Tuesday, April 21, 1pm, at Chubby’s Tacos (4711 Hope Valley Rd, in the Woodcroft Shopping Center).

Braggtown Baptist Church (3218 N Roxboro St) will host their Children’s Clothing Closet Giveaway on Tuesday, April 21, 4–6pm. Each family can receive clothing once per season (spring and fall). You can expect to receive several outfits, seasonal items, new underwear, and new socks.

Wheels Durham (formerly known as Wheels Fun Park, at 715 N Hoover Rd) will host Affordable Family Fun Night on Tuesday, March 17, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $7.50 (that’s half off!) and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Glass Jog Run Club will meet on Tuesday, April 21, 6–8pm, at the Parkwood Ballpark (5200 Revere Rd). You can join either a 2-mile walk or 5k jog/run, ending at the Glass Jug Beer Lab (5410 Hwy 55). Strollers and dogs are welcome, and participants can walk or run at their own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Free Dinner Skate Night on Tuesday, April 21, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $15, which includes skate rental, one slice of cheese pizza, and a small drink; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Alyah Baker will lead a Black & Brown Ballet Class at the Hayti Heritage Center (804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) for beginners and intermediate dancers (age 12+) on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30–8pm. Learn traditional ballet technique in a class starting out with stretching, bending, and balance exercises especially designed for black and brown bodies. The fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, or whatever and learn Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and slip jigs phrase by phrase at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Irish Learning Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome (ideally you’re comfortable playing in the keys of G, D, and A major, and also E minor). Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

Harris Beverages will host the next Durham Toastmasters Meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30–8pm. Toastmasters clubs are great places to develop your public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Guests and newbies are encouraged to attend; click here for more info. You can choose to attend in person at 1305 Hillsborough Rd (turn between the Hot Dog and Wendy’s) or virtually (click here for the Zoom link).

Aldersgate United Methodist Church (1320 Umstead Rd) will host Weekly Community Pickleball on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30–8:30pm. The gym is located in the big building. Free admission; minors are welcome so long as they’re accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Write to info@aldersgate.org if you have any questions.

The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held on April 21, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm. GoDurham 1, 4.

Take your favorite acoustic instrument (and a small amp if you play steel guitar) and learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 21, 8:30–10pm. A piano will be available and singers are also invited to join in. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome; chord charts will be provided and explained. Click her e for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

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Echo NC will host 1 Million Cups Durham on Wednesday, April 22, 8:30–10am, at ReCity Network (112 Broadway St). Entrepreneurs are invited to this free event, where they can grab a coffee and meet each other before the two speakers talk about their businesses and answer questions at 9. Click here if you’d like to speak at a future meeting.

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, April 22, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Bell-Yeager Freewill Baptist Church (128 E Cornwallis Rd) will have a Food Giveaway for people in need on Wednesday, April 22, 10am–noon. If you’re interested in volunteering to help with sorting and distribution, call 919-489-3963.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 22 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice (906 Carroll St) will host a Guided Tour on Wednesday, March 18, 11am–12:15pm. Knowledgeable staff will share the life of the well-known African-American Episcopal priest, attorney, and civil rights activist through interactive exhibits, conversation, and storytelling. Tickets range from $20 regular ticket and between $4 and $10 (whatever you can afford) for the community ticket; click he re for more info and to make your purchase.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

St Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Wednesday, April 22, 2–3pm. You can enter the parking lot via Nash St.

King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, April 22, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info and to volunteer. GoDurham 12.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 22 between 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Rediscover the fun of playing board games during Game Night at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Wednesday, April 22, 5:30–8:30pm. Free admission; food and beverage vendors/venues will be close by. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities. GoDurham 12B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $6 Wednesday Night Skate on April 22, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $6, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroClassics Film Series will feature a screening of Richard Brooks’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958, not rated), starring Elizabeth Taylor and Paul Newman on Wednesday, April 22, 7–9pm. Tickets are $10; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, April 22, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). The backup band will be playing R&B, smooth jazz, and funk—and you can join in (be sure to sign up when you arrive). Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar. If you’d rather stay home, you can still enjoy the show on Facebook. GoDurham 1 & 4.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 23, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Thursday, April 23 between 10am and 1pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Whole Mama Yoga will host a Baby & Me Yoga session on Thursday, April 23, 11:30am–12:15am, at Jewish for Good (1937 W Cornwallis Rd). Participants (and their babies from 4 months up to 1 year old) are invited to learn some focused movements and relaxation. The class fee is $10 or you can attend for free by becoming a member. Click here for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham’s next Community Luncheon Roundtable will be held at the Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church (1209 N Elizabeth St, in the education building’s fellowship hall) on Thursday, April 23, noon–1pm. Discuss community issues and forge partnerships with others who want to work toward positive change. Lunch is free (donations happily accepted); visit the web site to learn about the Coalition’s programs and services.

People in need can call 919-470-8686 to register for the Community Health Coalition’s fresh produce and groceries giveaway, which will take place at 308 Crutchfield St, Suite D, on Thursday, April 23, 1–3pm.

The next Durham City Council Work Session will be held on Thursday, April 23, 1–4pm. You can choose to attend in person in City Council Chambers (101 City Hall Plaza) or via the City’s website, YouTube channel, X account, Facebook page, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV (via the free Boxcast app), Frontier channel 70, or AT&T U-verse channel 99.

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Thursday, April 23, 4:30–5:30pm. No appointment is necessary.

The IDYL Public Charter School (4300 S Miami Blvd) will host an Open House and Tour on Thursday, April 23, 5–7pm. (IDYL stands for Institute for the Development of Young Leaders.) Stop by and learn what this K-8 project-based, tuition-free school has to offer.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature neo-soul/gospel/R&B singer/guitarist Mayia Warren during the next Taking Back Thursday live concert series on April 23, 5:30–7:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host a Michael Jackson Tribute Skate on Thursday, April 23, 6–8:30pm. Compete in the Michael Jackson costume contest, enjoy Jackson family hits, and hope you get chosen for the Michael Jackson Movie ticket giveaway. Admission for skaters is $13 online, $14 at the door, which includes skate rentals; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The weekly Fleet Feet Pony Run starts at and returns to Ponysaurus Durham (219 Hood St) on Thursday, April 23, 6:15–8:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event. Click here for more info. GoDurham 2/3B/12.

Carrington Middle School’s PTA officers will share this year’s progress, explain the various committees and how they work, and will invite parents to get involved on Thursday, April 23, 6:30pm at the school (227 Milton Rd, in the Media Center).

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Thursday, April 23, 6:30–7:30pm.

The Durham Community Concert Band will put on their Spring Concert at the Durham Armory (212 Foster St) on Thursday, April 23, 7pm. Enjoy a wide range of musical selections, and take the kids so they can see a full-size band in person. Free admission.

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Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Friday, April 24, 9–10am. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-4444 for more info.

The River Durham (4425 Ben Franklin Blvd) will host the Durham County OTC Medicine Giveaway and Community Event on Friday, April 24, 9am–2pm. NC MedAssist provides low-income individuals and families with free over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Click here to preorder items such as pain relief, cold and cough medicine, allergy pills, digestive aids, and vitamins.

Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) will host Tasting at Ten on Friday, April 24, 10–11am. Coffee lovers are invited to sample various flavors and socialize in the Training Center. Click here for more info and to register for this free event. GoDurham 3/3B.

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the Southside Church of Christ (800 Elmira Ave, in the William A Stephens Multipurpose Building) on Friday, March 20, 10–11am.

The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on April 24, where people in need can receive help from 10am to noon, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info. If you’d like to help supply the pantry, click here to see what’s needed. GoDurham 3/3B/3C.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Friday, April 24, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

The Glass Jug Beer Lab (545 Foster St) will host a Friday Co-Working and Networking Social on April 24, noon–5pm. Freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote workers are invited to spend the last few hours of the workweek co-working and connecting with others in similar situations. Work from noon to 4 and then network and enjoy a beverage from 4 to 5. Free admission.

Keep Durham Beautiful will host an Invasive Plant Removal session in Elmira Avenue Park (540 Elmira Ave) on Friday, March 20, 3–5pm. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Larry Cohen’s It’s Alive (1974, rated R) on Friday, April 24, 3pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Michael Reeves’s Witchfinder General (1968, rated R), starring Vincent Price, on Friday, April 24, 3:10pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Roger Corman’s The Pit and the Pendulum (1961, rated PG), starring Barbara Steele and Vincent Price, on Friday, April 24, 5:10–6:35pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature indie rock by Ravary during the next Friday Night Live concert series on April 24, 5:30–7pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the Edison Johnson Recreation Center (500 W Murray Ave) on Friday, April 24, 6–7pm. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-427 0 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $8 Glow in the Dark Family Night Skate on Friday, April 24, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Francis Ford Coppola’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992, rated R), starring Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Keanu Reeves, and Anthony Hopkins, on Friday, April 24, 7–9:20pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Esmeralda’s Café (1515 N Pointe Dr #108, in the North Pointe Shopping Center) will host an Acoustic Open Mic on Friday, April 24, 7–10pm. Singers, musicians, comedians, poets, etc are invited to stop by and share an experience or two (signup starts at 6:30). Free admission.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Friday Night Adult Night Skate (age 18+) on April 24, 9pm–midnight. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Richard Attenborough’s Magic (1978, rated R), starring Anthony Hopkins and Ann-Margret, on Friday, April 24, 9:30pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

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Enjoy some fresh air by participating in a weekly Durham NC parkrun on Saturday, April 25, 8am, in Southern Boundaries Park (100 Third Fork Rd). Join in the 5k event by walking, jogging, or running. The run starts next to the parking lot and the softball field nearest to Third Fork Rd. It’s free; click here for more info and to register.

Keep Durham Beautiful will host a Spring Planting session in McMannen Cemetery (4102 Neal Rd, around McMannen United Methodist Church) on Saturday, March 21, 8:30am–noon. Everyone will be planting flowering perennials, bushes, and trees. Tools, water, and snacks will be provided. Click here for more info and to register.

Durham County Department of Public Health’s Men’s Health Council will host a Men on the Move Walk, starting at Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville Rd) on Saturday, March 21, 9–10am. It’s free, and everyone—men, women, and kids—are invited to participate. Contact Joyce Page at 919-560-7109 or jpage@dconc.gov for more info.

The Durham Central Park pavilion (501 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 25 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s table by the bathrooms and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Click here to find out what’s in season. GoDurham 4.

The Durham Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 25, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.

The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, April 25, at Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s tent and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Keep up with the latest news by visiting their Facebook page. GoDurham 12.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at 10am, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Kids Roller Skating Lessons on Saturday, April 25, 10–11am, for young people ages 3 to 17. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals (Fisher-Price skates are available, and wrist guards are available free of charge). Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Keep Durham Beautiful will host an Invasive Plant Removal session in Elmira Avenue Park (540 Elmira Ave) on Saturday, March 21, 10am–noon. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

You’re invited to take a self-tour of the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice (906 Carroll St) on Open Saturday, March 21, 10am–2pm. Enjoy the renovations of the home and learn about the life of the civil rights activist, Episcopal priest, attorney, and writer; tours start at the top of the hour and half-hour. Tickets range from $2 to $10; click here for more info and to make your purchase.

Senior PharmAssist will host a Shred-a-thon and Medication Takeback on Saturday, April 25, 10am–2pm, at the Durham Center for Senior Life (406 Rigsbee Ave, on the Hunt St side). Individuals and businesses are invited to get rid of all of their old papers (especially those with confidential content) and to drop off expired and no-longer-needed meds. Volunteers will help unload the vehicles and the Durham County Sheriff’s Office will safely dispose of the medications. While you’re there, you’ll be able to collect useful information from Durham County and local nonprofits. This event is made possible thanks to a partnership with DCSL, the Durham County Department of Public Health, Alliance Health, Families & Community Rising, NC Department of Insurance/SHIIP, the Duke Trauma Center, the Office of State Fire Marshal, Insight Human Services, Safe Kids: Durham County, AARP, and Durham System of Care.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host All Day Skate on Saturday, April 25, 11am–6:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Saturday, April 25, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature multilingual/multicultural songs by Sheila Casalett during the next Saturdaze music series on Saturday, April 25, noon–2pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities.

Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop (1104 Broad St) will host the Saturday Comedy Improv Jam Meetup on April 25, 1–3pm. Join the local improv group on stage or just sit and watch the fun. Free admission; click here to check out the Durham Community Improv Jam Meetup.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a 50th anniversary screening of Dan Curtis’ Burnt Offerings (1976, rated PG), starring Karen Black, Oliver Reed, and Bette Davis, on Saturday, April 25, 2pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a 60th anniversary screening of Terence Fisher’s Dracula: Prince of Darkness (1966, not rated) on Saturday, April 25, 2:10–3:45pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Larry Cohen’s It’s Alive (1974, rated R) on Saturday, April 25, 4:30pm. Tickets are $12; click he re to watch the trailer, and click he re for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Richard Attenborough’s Magic (1978, rated R), starring Anthony Hopkins and Ann-Margret, on Saturday, April 25, 6:50pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Singer/songwriter and edutainer Bett Padgett will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro St, at St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, April 25, 7:30pm. Donations will be graciously accepted; visit the website to see the full calendar. GoDurham 7.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Hip Hop Saturday Night Skate on Saturday, April 25, 7–9:30pm. Admission for skaters is $14 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades). Skaters under age 18 must be with someone who’s age 21+. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a screening of Michael Reeves’s Witchfinder General (1968, rated R), starring Vincent Price, on Saturday, April 25, 9:10pm. Tickets are $12; click her e to watch the trailer, and click her e for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

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Sunday Morning Meditation will be held at the Shambhala Center of Durham (733 Rutherford St) on April 26, 9am–noon. Sitting meditation will be interspersed with walking meditation, and you can get some instruction if you’re a novice. Feel free to arrive and leave at any time—you don’t have to stay the entire 3 hours. You can also choose to attend online (click here to ask for the Zoom link); click here for more info. GoDurham 11/11B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Sunday Public Skate on April 26, 12:30–3pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Don’t Waste Durham will hold a Boomerang Bag Sewing Party on Sunday, April 26, 1–4pm, at Sew Crafty (101 Orange St, on the corner of Parrish and Orange, the little alley just west of Mangum). If you’re pretty good at sewing a straight line (with a sewing machine) or ironing, and would like to volunteer to make reusable bags to distribute throughout Durham, then drop by for a while. Donations of materials, including clean tee shirts and other fabrics will be greatly appreciated. Click h ere for more info and to sign up.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a 60th anniversary screening of Terence Fisher’s Dracula: Prince of Darkness (1966, not rated) on Sunday, April 26, 2–3:35pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Sunday Public Skate on February 15, 3:30–6pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroGothic Film Series will feature a 50th anniversary screening of Dan Curtis’ Burnt Offerings (1976, rated PG), starring Karen Black, Oliver Reed, and Bette Davis, on Sunday, April 26, 6pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Triangle Dance Studio (2603 S Miami Blvd, at the Triangle Meeting Space, next door to Research Triangle Dental) will host their Sunday Salsa Social on April 26, 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy dancing to salsa, bachata, cha-cha, kizomba, merengue, and cumbia. The dance lesson will begin at 6:30, followed by open dancing. Admission is $9, $7 for active military and students with current ID, and free for young people age 16 and younger.

April 27–May 3

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need by appointment only at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Monday, March 23, 4:30–5:30pm. Write to parktownhub@gmail.com to set an appointment so that you can choose the food you take home to your family.

Hi-Wire Brewing Durham (800 Taylor St, in Golden Belt) will host the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League on Monday, March 23 from 6 to 10pm. Take your own putters (discs) and pay $6 to join in the fun.

The Hayti Heritage Center’s Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be led by Toni Hall and Ivy Burch on Monday, March 23, 6:30–8pm, in the Chuck Davis Dance Emporium (upstairs at 804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts). Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Crunk Club DRM’s weekly Crank Arm Durham Run starts at and returns to the Crank Arm Brewing Co (620 Fernway Ave) on Monday, March 23, 6:30–10:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Adult Roller Skating Lessons (age 18+) on Monday, April 27, 7–8pm. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Adult Newbie Night (age 18+) on Monday, April 27, 8–11pm. Now you can fall all you want, knowing that the kids won’t be there to laugh at you. Admission is $13, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, March 24, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Anyone age 50+ is invited to the East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) on Tuesday, March 24, 10–11:30am, for coffee and chatting. The Over 50 Crowd meets every week for this self-run program; call Mara at 919-560-0207 for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, March 24 at 12:30pm for a couple of hours (while supplies last); be sure to sign in at noon. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Be sure to find someone with a clipboard and give your name. GoDurham 5/5K.

Senior PharmAssist will host a Medicare Basics seminar at the Durham Center for Senior Life (406 Rigsbee Ave) on Tuesday, March 24, 6–7pm. Those who are about to turn 65 are especially encouraged to attend. Click here or call 919-688-4772 to register for this free event.

The Glass Jog Run Club will meet on Tuesday, March 24, 6–8pm, at the Parkwood Ballpark (5200 Revere Rd). You can join either a 2-mile walk or 5k jog/run, ending at the Glass Jug Beer Lab (5410 Hwy 55). Strollers and dogs are welcome, and participants can walk or run at their own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Free Dinner Skate Night on Tuesday, April 28, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $15, which includes skate rental, one slice of cheese pizza, and a small drink; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Alyah Baker will lead a Black & Brown Ballet Class at the Hayti Heritage Center (804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) for beginners and intermediate dancers (age 12+) on Tuesday, March 24, 6:30–8pm. Learn traditional ballet technique in a class starting out with stretching, bending, and balance exercises especially designed for black and brown bodies. The fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, or whatever and learn Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and slip jigs phrase by phrase at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Irish Learning Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 21, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome (ideally you’re comfortable playing in the keys of G, D, and A major, and also E minor). Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

Aldersgate United Methodist Church (1320 Umstead Rd) will host Weekly Community Pickleball on Tuesday, March 24, 6:30–8:30pm. The gym is located in the big building. Free admission; minors are welcome so long as they’re accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Write to info@aldersgate.org if you have any questions.

Take your favorite acoustic instrument (and a small amp if you play steel guitar) and learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 28, 8:30–10pm. A piano will be available and singers are also invited to join in. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome; chord charts will be provided and explained. Click her e for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

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Echo NC will host 1 Million Cups Durham on Wednesday, March 25, 8:30–10am, at ReCity Network (112 Broadway St). Entrepreneurs are invited to this free event, where they can grab a coffee and meet each other before the two speakers talk about their businesses and answer questions at 9. Click here if you’d like to speak at a future meeting.

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, March 25, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Bell Yeager Freewill Baptist Church (128 E Cornwallis Rd) will have a Food Giveaway for people in need on Wednesday, March 25, 10am–noon. If you’re interested in volunteering to help with sorting and distribution, call 919-489-3963.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, March 25 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice (906 Carroll St) will host a Guided Tour on Wednesday, March 25, 11am–12:15pm. Knowledgeable staff will share the life of the well-known African-American Episcopal priest, attorney, and civil rights activist through interactive exhibits, conversation, and storytelling. Tickets range from $20 regular ticket and between $4 and $10 (whatever you can afford) for the community ticket; click he re for more info and to make your purchase.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

St Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Wednesday, March 25, 2–3pm. You can enter the parking lot via Nash St.

The Emanuel Food Pantry operates out of the Iglesia Presbiteriana Emanuel (2504 N Roxboro St) on Wednesdays, 2–4pm. Because of the effects on N Roxboro’s northbound traffic, the church now requires that everyone wanting to get free groceries register online sameday between 7am and 1pm. On March 25, click here, giving your contact information, the number of people in your family, and the time you’d like to drive up to pick up your food. The best way to join the line is to head to the intersection of Lavender and Banner streets; follow the directions of the church volunteers.

King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, March 25, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info and to volunteer. GoDurham 12.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, March 25 between 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Rediscover the fun of playing board games during Game Night at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Wednesday, March 25, 5:30–8:30pm. Free admission; food and beverage vendors/venues will be close by. GoDurham 12B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $6 Wednesday Night Skate on April 29, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $6, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

On Wednesday, March 25, 7pm, Huron Stage (2329 Huron St), the outdoor venue that’s home to local and touring musicians who play originals, will host jazz-folky singer/songwriter Sami Stevens with tenor saxophonist Kazemde George, supported by Cristina Suarez and Charlie Garnett. Tickets are on a sliding scale, ranging from $10 to $20; they’ll also have a free bar and potluck.

Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, March 25, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). The backup band will be playing R&B, smooth jazz, and funk—and you can join in (be sure to sign up when you arrive). Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar. If you’d rather stay home, you can still enjoy the show on Facebook. GoDurham 1 & 4.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, March 26, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919 -560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Thursday, March 26 between 10am and 1pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Whole Mama Yoga will host a Baby & Me Yoga session on Thursday, February 26, 11:30am–12:15am, at Jewish for Good (1937 W Cornwallis Rd). Participants (and their babies from 4 months up to 1 year old) are invited to learn some focused movements and relaxation. The class fee is $10 or you can attend for free by becoming a member. Click here for more info.

The Durham Nativity School (1004 N Mangum St) will host its annual Women’s Luncheon on Thursday, March 26, 11:30am–1pm. Visit this wonderful school for young men, who will be honoring Carolyn London and Jessica in honor of Women’s History Month. Both women have used their time, talent, and commitment to ensuring the progress of the students in their pursuit of academic success. Contact Mike Shaw at 919-435-2113 or mshaw@durhamnativity.org for more info and to save your spot.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The next RTP Toastmasters Meeting will be held at the South Regional Library (4505 S Alston Ave) on Thursday, March 26, noon–1pm. Toastmasters Clubs are great places to develop your public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Guests and newbies are encouraged to attend.

ReCity Network (112 Broadway St) will host Re-Envision Your Events with ReCity on Thursday, March 26, 4pm. This open house is designed to introduce the space to organizations seeking venue partnerships and places to hold meetings and special events. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks while exploring this community-centered space.

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Thursday, March 26, 4:30–5:30pm. No appointment is necessary.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature neo-soul/gospel/R&B singer/guitarist Mayia Warren during the next Taking Back Thursday live concert series on April 30, 5:30–7:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

The weekly Fleet Feet Pony Run starts at and returns to Ponysaurus Durham (219 Hood St) on Thursday, March 26, 6:15–8:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event. Click here for more info.

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Thursday, March 26, 6:30–7:30pm.

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Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Friday, March 27, 9–10am. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-444 4 for more info.

Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) will host Tasting at Ten on Friday, May 1, 10–11am. Coffee lovers are invited to sample various flavors and socialize in the Training Center. Click he re for more info and to register for this free event. GoDurham 3/3B.

The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on March 27, where people in need can receive help from 10am to noon, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info. If you’d like to help supply the pantry, click here to see what’s needed. GoDurham 3/3B/3C.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Reality Ministries (916 Lamond Ave), a community-based nonprofit that helps people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, hosts a once-a-month seasonal, homemade lunch for anyone who stops by for a free meal and an opportunity to make new friends. Stop by on Friday, March 27, noon–1pm, for the next Durham Reality Café. Click her e for more info and to reserve your spot.

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Friday, March 27, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

The Glass Jug Beer Lab (545 Foster St) will host a Friday Co-Working and Networking Social on March 27, noon–5pm. Freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote workers are invited to spend the last few hours of the workweek co-working and connecting with others in similar situations. Work from noon to 4 and then network and enjoy a beverage from 4 to 5. Free admission.

Keep Durham Beautiful will host Invasive Plant Removal sessions in Wrightwood Park (1301 Anderson St) on Friday, March 27, 3–5pm. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, May 1, 5:30–8:30pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). The open-air space is a good setting for this jam session, where musicians and singers are invited to join in. Free admission; food and drinks will be available for purchase from the restaurants on site.

Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the Edison Johnson Recreation Center (500 W Murray Ave) on Friday, March 27, 6–7pm. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-4270 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $8 Glow in the Dark Family Night Skate on Friday, May 1, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Algorhythm Trio will play some jazz with wor;d and funk accents at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen (3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd) on Friday, March 27, 7pm. No cover charge; food will be served until 10. Buy a delicious dinner and enjoy an evening of music and dancing.

Esmeralda’s Café (1515 N Pointe Dr #108, in the North Pointe Shopping Center) will host an Acoustic Open Mic on Friday, March 27, 7–10pm. Singers, musicians, comedians, poets, etc are invited to stop by and share an experience or two (signup starts at 6:30). Free admission.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) Retro Epics Film Series will host a doubleheader featuring Hal Needham’s Smokey and the Bandit (1977, rated PG and starring Burt Reynolds and Jackie Gleason) and Steve Carver’s Lone Wolf McQuade (1983, rated PG ad starring Chuck Norris) on Friday, March 27, 7–11pm. Click here to watch the trailer for Smokey and the Bandit and here for the trailer for Lone Wolf McQuade. Tickets are $12; click here for more info and to get your ticket(s).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Friday Night Adult Night Skate (age 18+) on May 1, 9pm–midnight. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Enjoy some fresh air by participating in a weekly Durham NC parkrun on Saturday, March 28, 8am, in Southern Boundaries Park (100 Third Fork Rd). Join in the 5k event by walking, jogging, or running. The run starts next to the parking lot and the softball field nearest to Third Fork Rd. It’s free; click here for more info and to register.

The Durham Central Park pavilion (501 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, March 28 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s table by the bathrooms and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Click here to find out what’s in season. GoDurham 4.

The Durham Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, March 28, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.

The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, March 28, at Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s tent and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Keep up with the latest news by visiting their Facebook page. GoDurham 12.

The Bull City Woodshop (1912 E Pettigrew St) will host their Yard Sale and Mural Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, March 28, 9am–4pm. They’ll be unveiling a new mural by artist Anushka Srinivasan, in celebration of woodworking, at 10. They’ll also be selling hundreds of woodworking tools to help fund their woodworking classes for young people (to help keep the classes free of charge). A caricature artist will be creating portraits from 11 to 3, food will be available for purchase from the Tacos Nayarit food truck, and Stephen Miller and friends will be providing the music. Click here to get a sneak peek at the tools for sale.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at 10am, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Kids Roller Skating Lessons on Saturday, May 2, 10–11am, for young people ages 3 to 17. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals (Fisher-Price skates are available, and wrist guards are available free of charge). Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Keep Durham Beautiful will host the 3rd annual Durham Garden Tour 2026 on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 10am–3pm. View 10 wonderful gardens at your own pace and learn about plant species, care, and sustainability. Earlybird tickets are $25 and $30 is the regular price (need-based scholarships and group discounts are available); click here for more info and to get your ticket(s). Volunteers are needed for this special event (you’ll help for 1.5 hours, and your reward will be a free ticket). Click here for volunteer info, and click here if you’re interested in being a sponsor.

Everyone’s invited to celebrate Community Day at Brogden Middle School (1001 Leon St) on Saturday, March 28, 10am–4pm. Enjoy free food, health screenings, wellness resources, kids’ games, zumba sessions, live music, and more at this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host All Day Skate on Saturday, March 28, 11am–6:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature ‘70s folk/country/Americana group A Different Thread during the next Saturdaze music series on Saturday, March 28, 11:30am–2:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities.

The Independent Animal Rescue’s next Meet & Greet will be held at Unleashed of Durham (4215 University Dr, in Parkway Plaza) on Saturday, March 28, 11:30am–2:30pm. Kittens and cats are ready to be adopted and taken home by their new families. Click here to take a sneak peek at available pets and here if you’re interested in adopting a puppy or dog.

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Saturday, March 28, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

WilmingonNColor, in cooperation with the Beta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, will host the Durham NColor Festival on Saturday, March 28, noon–3pm, at 1811 Palmer St. Durham is now part of this new statewide NColor Project, which an ambitious effort to expand and showcase black storytelling across North Carolina. Explore our local Black Wall Street and historic black neighborhoods while also learning about the 1898 government overthrow in Wilmington. Enjoy cultural activities, art, games, and music. Tickets are pay-what-you-can; click here for your ticket(s), and click here for more info and the dates for celebrations across the state.

The Durham Section of NCNW (the National Council of Negro Women) will host a Women’s History Program on Saturday, March 28, 2pm, at Nehemiah Church COGIC (514 N Mangum St). Enjoy this occasion when the First Ladies of Ministry will be honored in celebration of Women’s History Month.

CBAC (Concerned Black American Citizens) will host Saturday Family BINGO and Games on March 28, 3pm (early bird session) and 5–7pm (regular session), in the Phoenix Square Shopping Center (902 Fayetteville St, Suite 204A). The cost is $5 to reserve your seat (game books sold on site); click here for more info.

Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen (3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd) will feature Matt Vorzimer & Friends: Inspired, Modern Sounds through Black American Music on Saturday, March 28, 7pm. No cover charge; food will be served until 10. Buy a delicious dinner and enjoy an evening of music featuring Matt Vorzimer, aka eCussionist, on drums and electronics; Myk’l Hanna on vocals, and Bandon Moore on piano.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Hip Hop Saturday Night Skate on Saturday, March 28, 7–9:30pm. Admission for skaters is $14 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades). Skaters under age 18 must be with someone who’s age 21+. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Singer-songwriter Kent Dixon will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro St, at St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, May 2, 7:30pm. Donations will be graciously accepted; visit the website to see the full calendar. GoDurham 7.

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Sunday Morning Meditation will be held at the Shambhala Center of Durham (733 Rutherford St) on March 29, 9am–noon. Sitting meditation will be interspersed with walking meditation, and you can get some instruction if you’re a novice. Feel free to arrive and leave at any time—you don’t have to stay the entire 3 hours. You can also choose to attend online (click here to ask for the Zoom link); click here for more info. GoDurham 11/11B.

Sunday, May 3 is the second and last day of Keep Durham Beautiful’s 3rd annual Durham Garden Tour 2026. View 10 wonderful gardens at your own pace and learn about plant species, care, and sustainability. Earlybird tickets are $25 and $30 is the regular price (need-based scholarships and group discounts are available); click here for more info and to get your ticket(s). Volunteers are needed for this special event (you’ll help for 1.5 hours, and your reward will be a free ticket). Click here for volunteer info, and click here if you’re interested in being a sponsor.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Mickey Mouse Spring Roller Skate on Sunday, March 29, 12:30–3pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Triangle Dance Studio (2603 S Miami Blvd, at the Triangle Meeting Space, next door to Research Triangle Dental) will host their Sunday Salsa Social on March 29, 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy dancing to salsa, bachata, cha-cha, kizomba, merengue, and cumbia. The dance lesson will begin at 6:30, followed by open dancing. Admission is $9, $7 for active military and students with current ID, and free for young people age 16 and younger.

May 4–10

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Monday, March 30, noon–2:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Monday, March 30, 3–5:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Hi-Wire Brewing Durham (800 Taylor St, in Golden Belt) will host the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League on Monday, March 30 from 6 to 10pm. Take your own putters (discs) and pay $6 to join in the fun.

The Hayti Heritage Center’s Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be led by Toni Hall and Ivy Burch on Monday, March 30, 6:30–8pm, in the Chuck Davis Dance Emporium (upstairs at 804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts). Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Crunk Club DRM’s weekly Crank Arm Durham Run starts at and returns to the Crank Arm Brewing Co (620 Fernway Ave) on Monday, March 30, 6:30–10:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Adult Roller Skating Lessons (age 18+) on Monday, May 4, 7–8pm. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Adult Newbie Night (age 18+) on Monday, May 4, 8–11pm. Now you can fall all you want, knowing that the kids won’t be there to laugh at you. Admission is $13, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, March 31, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Anyone age 50+ is invited to the East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) on Tuesday, March 31, 10–11:30am, for coffee and chatting. The Over 50 Crowd meets every week for this self-run program; call Mara at 919-560-0207 for more info. GoDurham 3B.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The City Talk Toastmasters Club’s next virtual meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, noon–1pm. Toastmasters Clubs help members and visitors develop public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Click here to join via Zoom.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Tuesday, March 31, noon–2:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Christian faith leaders are invited to connect with one another at the Pastors’ Lunch, which will be hosted by the TriWest Network on Tuesday, March 31, 1pm, at Chubby’s Tacos (4711 Hope Valley Rd, in the Woodcroft Shopping Center).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Tuesday, March 31, 3–5:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Chauncey Taylor is hosting a Bull City Double-Dutch Meetup on Tuesday, March 31, 5:30–6:30pm, in Hillside Park (1301 S Roxboro St, at the basketball court). Bring your own jump rope (two for double-dutch) and join—all skill levels are welcome at this free event.

Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church (1209 N Elizabeth St) will host a Free Community Meal on Tuesday, March 31, 6–7:30pm. Enjoy a pleasant meal and meet other nice folks. Enter the Fellowship Hall behind the Education Building (on the playground side). Everyone is welcome; tonight’s theme will be an Easter-inspired Celebration of Spring.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Free Dinner Skate Night on Tuesday, May 5, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $15, which includes skate rental, one slice of cheese pizza, and a small drink; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Glass Jog Run Club will meet on Tuesday, March 31, 6–9pm, at the Parkwood Ballpark (5200 Revere Rd). You can join either a 2-mile walk or 5k jog/run, ending at the Glass Jug Beer Lab (5410 Hwy 55). Strollers and dogs are welcome, and participants can walk or run at their own pace during this free event.

Alyah Baker will lead a Black & Brown Ballet Class at the Hayti Heritage Center (804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) for beginners and intermediate dancers (age 12+) on Tuesday, May 5, 6:30–8pm. Learn traditional ballet technique in a class starting out with stretching, bending, and balance exercises especially designed for black and brown bodies. The fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Harris Beverages will host the next Durham Toastmasters Meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 6:30–8pm. Toastmasters clubs are great places to develop your public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Guests and newbies are encouraged to attend; click here for more info. You can choose to attend in person at 1305 Hillsborough Rd (turn between the Hot Dog and Wendy’s) or virtually (click here for the Zoom link).

Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, or whatever and learn Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and slip jigs phrase by phrase at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Irish Learning Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, May 5, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome (ideally you’re comfortable playing in the keys of G, D, and A major, and also E minor). Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held on March 31, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm. GoDurham 4.

Take your favorite acoustic instrument (and a small amp if you play steel guitar) and learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, May 5, 8:30–10pm. A piano will be available and singers are also invited to join in. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome; chord charts will be provided and explained. Click her e for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

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Echo NC will host 1 Million Cups Durham on Wednesday, April 1, 8:30–10am, at ReCity Network (112 Broadway St). Entrepreneurs are invited to this free event, where they can grab a coffee and meet each other before the two speakers talk about their businesses and answer questions at 9. Click here if you’d like to speak at a future meeting.

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, April 1, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Bell Yeager Freewill Baptist Church (128 E Cornwallis Rd) will have a Food Giveaway for people in need on Wednesday, April 1, 10am–noon. If you’re interested in volunteering to help with sorting and distribution, call 919-489-3963.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 1 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Wednesday, April 1, noon–2:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

St Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Wednesday, April 1, 2–3pm. You can enter the parking lot via Nash St.

The Emanuel Food Pantry operates out of the Iglesia Presbiteriana Emanuel (2504 N Roxboro St) on Wednesdays, 2–4pm. Because of the effects on N Roxboro’s northbound traffic, the church now requires that everyone wanting to get free groceries register online sameday between 7am and 1pm. On April 1, click here, giving your contact information, the number of people in your family, and the time you’d like to drive up to pick up your food. The best way to join the line is to head to the intersection of Lavender and Banner streets; follow the directions of the church volunteers.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Wednesday, April 1, 3–5:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click her e to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, April 1, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info and to volunteer. GoDurham 12.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 1 between 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

GoDurham’s next Public Meeting will be held on the second floor of the Durham Station (515 W Pettigrew St) on Wednesday, April 1, 5:30–7pm. Learn more about local bus service changes and offer suggestions for improvements. Click here for more info and for summaries on past meetings.

Rediscover the fun of playing board games during a special Designer Game Night at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Wednesday, April 1, 5:30–8:30pm. Free admission; food and beverage vendors/venues will be close by. Try out Dan Winger’s new game, Unplugged Arcade/Baseball Shuffle, and share your input on its playability. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities. GoDurham 12B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $6 Wednesday Night Skate on April 1, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $6, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) Retro Silents Film Series will feature a 100th-anniversary screening of Buster Keaton and Clyde Bruckman’s The General on Wednesday, April 1, 7–9pm (1926). Click here to watch the movie trailer. Tickets are $12; click here for more info and to get your ticket(s).

Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, April 1, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). The backup band will be playing R&B, smooth jazz, and funk—and you can join in (be sure to sign up when you arrive). Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar. If you’d rather stay home, you can still enjoy the show on Facebook. GoDurham 1 & 4.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 2, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Thursday, April 2 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Whole Mama Yoga will host a Baby & Me Yoga session on Thursday, April 2, 11:30am–12:15am, at Jewish for Good (1937 W Cornwallis Rd). Participants (and their babies from 4 months up to 1 year old) are invited to learn some focused movements and relaxation. The class fee is $10 or you can attend for free by becoming a member. Click here for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Thursday, April 2, noon–2:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Thursday, April 2, 3–5:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature atmospheric soul music by XOXOK during the next Taking Back Thursday live concert series on May 7, 5:30–7pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Glow Roll with Hello Kitty on Thursday, April 2, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, which includes a glow stick. Skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The weekly Fleet Feet Pony Run starts at and returns to Ponysaurus Durham (219 Hood St) on Thursday, February 26, 6:15–8:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event. Click here for more info.

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Thursday, February 26, 6:30–7:30pm.

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Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Friday, February 27, 9–10am. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-4444 for more info.

Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) will host Tasting at Ten on Friday, April 3, 10–11am. Coffee lovers are invited to sample various flavors and socialize in the Training Center. Click here for more info and to register for this free event. GoDurham 3/3B.

The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on February 27, where people in need can receive help from 10am to noon, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info. If you’d like to help supply the pantry, click here to see what’s needed. GoDurham 3/3B/3C.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Friday, February 27, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Friday, April 3, noon–2:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Glass Jug Beer Lab (545 Foster St) will host a Friday Co-Working and Networking Social on February 27, noon–5pm. Freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote workers are invited to spend the last few hours of the workweek co-working and connecting with others in similar situations. Work from noon to 4 and then network and enjoy a beverage from 4 to 5. Free admission.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Spring Break Skate on Friday, April 3, 3–5:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, April 3, 5:30–8:30pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). The open-air space is a good setting for this jam session, where musicians and singers are invited to join in. Free admission; food and drinks will be available for purchase from the restaurants on site.

Line Dancin’ with Jeterbug will be held at the Edison Johnson Recreation Center (500 W Murray Ave) on Friday, April 3, 6–7pm. This $4 session ($3 for seniors) is for beginners on up; call 919-560-427 0 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Durham Family Night Skate on Friday, April 3, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Friday Night Adult Night Skate (age 18+) on April 3, 9pm–midnight. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Enjoy some fresh air by participating in a weekly Durham NC parkrun on Saturday, April 4, 8am, in Southern Boundaries Park (100 Third Fork Rd). Join in the 5k event by walking, jogging, or running. The run starts next to the parking lot and the softball field nearest to Third Fork Rd. It’s free; click here for more info and to register.

The Durham Central Park pavilion (501 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 4 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s table by the bathrooms and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Click here to find out what’s in season. GoDurham 4.

The Durham Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 4, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.

The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, April 4, at Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s tent and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Keep up with the latest news by visiting their Facebook page. GoDurham 12.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at 10am, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Kids Roller Skating Lessons on Saturday, April 4, 10–11am, for young people ages 3 to 17. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals (Fisher-Price skates are available, and wrist guards are available free of charge). Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Duke Homestead State Historic Site (2828 Duke Homestead Rd) will host a special program, Field & Factory: Tobacco’s Laborers, on Saturday, February 28, 11:15am–1pm. Meet in the visitors’ center lobby and head out to learn about the lives and contributions of the people working in the tobacco industry in the late-19th and early 20th centuries. Free admission.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature R&B, go-go, and hiphop by DJ Big Fella during the next Saturdaze music series on Saturday, April 4, 11:30am–2:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities.

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Saturday, April 4, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host All Day Skate on Saturday, April 4, 11am–6:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop (1104 Broad St, under Joe Van Gogh) will host an Irish Music Jam on Saturday, April 4, 3–5pm. Join in or feel free to sit and listen.

Acoustic singer/songwriter Blake Addison will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro St, at St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, April 4, 7:30pm. Donations will be graciously accepted; visit the website to see the full calendar. GoDurham 7.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Hip Hop Saturday Night Skate on Saturday, April 4, 7–9:30pm. Admission for skaters is $14 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades). Skaters under age 18 must be with someone who’s age 21+. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Sunday Morning Meditation will be held at the Shambhala Center of Durham (733 Rutherford St) on April 5, 9am–noon. Sitting meditation will be interspersed with walking meditation, and you can get some instruction if you’re a novice. Feel free to arrive and leave at any time—you don’t have to stay the entire 3 hours. You can also choose to attend online (click here to ask for the Zoom link); click here for more info. GoDurham 11/11B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host a special Easter Fun Explosion Skate on Sunday, April 5, 12:30–6pm. Admission for skaters is $25, which includes skate rentals, a slice of pizza and a small drink, and a $20 game card. They’ll also have an egg hunt, character meet and greet, face painting, arts & crafts, arcade fun, ice cream bar, and dancing. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Don’t Waste Durham will hold a Boomerang Bag Sewing Party on Sunday, May 10, 1–4pm, at Sew Crafty (101 Orange St, on the corner of Parrish and Orange, the little alley just west of Mangum). If you’re pretty good at sewing a straight line (with a sewing machine) or ironing, and would like to volunteer to make reusable bags to distribute throughout Durham, then drop by for a while. Donations of materials, including clean tee shirts and other fabrics will be greatly appreciated. Click h ere for more info and to sign up.

Triangle Dance Studio (2603 S Miami Blvd, at the Triangle Meeting Space, next door to Research Triangle Dental) will host their Sunday Salsa Social on April 5, 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy dancing to salsa, bachata, cha-cha, kizomba, merengue, and cumbia. The dance lesson will begin at 6:30, followed by open dancing. Admission is $9, $7 for active military and students with current ID, and free for young people age 16 and younger.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for an Invasive Plant Removal session in Lakeview Park (3500 Dearborn Dr) on Friday, May 15, 3–5pm. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for an Invasive Plant Removal session in Lakeview Park (3500 Dearborn Dr) on Saturday, May 16, 9–11am. Tools and gloves will be provided; be sure to bring a reusable water bottle and to wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Feel free to bring your own pruners and/or saws. Click here for more info and to register.

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Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church (1209 N Elizabeth St) will have a Food Giveaway in the parking lot across the street from the church on Monday, April 6, 2–4pm. You can stop by between 12:30 and 2 to get a number, leave, and return. Or you can arrive at 2, get a number from the folks at the table, and then get in line (with your car) to get your groceries. If you’d like to volunteer, please get there by 12:45.

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need by appointment only at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Monday, April 6, 4:30–5:30pm. Write to parktownhub@gmail.com to set an appointment so that you can choose the food you take home to your family.

Hi-Wire Brewing Durham (800 Taylor St, in Golden Belt) will host the Indoor Disc Golf Putting League on Monday, April 6 from 6 to 10pm. Take your own putters (discs) and pay $6 to join in the fun.

The Hayti Heritage Center’s Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be led by Toni Hall and Ivy Burch on Monday, April 6, 6:30–8pm, in the Chuck Davis Dance Emporium (upstairs at 804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts). Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

The Duke Partnership for Service and the Duke University Human Rights Center will cohost a Film Screening and Community Conversation on “Racist Roots” on Monday, April 6, 6:30–8:30pm, in the East Duke Building (1304 Campus Dr, Room 204B). Watch the 25-minute documentary that explores the entanglement among white supremacy, lynching, and North Carolina’s death penalty. The following conversation will be led by Noel Nickle from the NC Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty and Ed Chapman, who was exonerated after spending 14 years on death row. Click here to get your free ticket.

Crunk Club DRM’s weekly Crank Arm Durham Run starts at and returns to the Crank Arm Brewing Co (620 Fernway Ave) on Monday, April 6, 6:30–10:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Adult Roller Skating Lessons (age 18+) on Monday, April 6, 7–8pm. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The next Durham City Council Regular Meeting will be held on Monday, April 6, 7–10pm. You can choose to attend in person in City Council Chambers (101 City Hall Plaza) or via the City’s website, YouTube channel, X account, Facebook page, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV (via the free Boxcast app), Frontier channel 70, or AT&T U-verse channel 99.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Adult Newbie Night (age 18+) on Monday, April 6, 8–11pm. Now you can fall all you want, knowing that the kids won’t be there to laugh at you. Admission is $13, which includes skate rentals. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, April 7, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Anyone age 50+ is invited to the East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) on Tuesday, April 7, 10–11:30am, for coffee and chatting. The Over 50 Crowd meets every week for this self-run program; call Mara at 919-560-0207 for more info. GoDurham 3B.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, April 7 at 12:30pm for a couple of hours (while supplies last); be sure to sign in at noon. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Be sure to find someone with a clipboard and give your name. GoDurham 5/5K.

Braggtown Baptist Church (3218 N Roxboro St) will host their Children’s Clothing Closet Giveaway on Tuesday, April 7, 4–6pm. Each family can receive clothing once per season (spring and fall). You can expect to receive several outfits, seasonal items, new underwear, and new socks.

Ment Beverage Co will host their Petals & Pages Plant and Book Swap at 312 Blackwell St, #103 on Tuesday, April 7, 5:30pm. Trade your books, houseplants, vegetable starts, annuals, perennials, and/or seeds. Do your best to label them. Free admission; click here to sign up.

One Community, One Voice, One Vision will host a Durham Business Networking Event on Tuesday, April 7, 6–8pm, at 2530 Meridian Pkwy, Suite 300. Meet other influential business owners and gain some tools in running a successful business. This month’s speaker, Ingrid Saddler-Walker from Wytha Balance Yoga, will give a talk, Reset to Rise: Managing Stress to Sustain Your Growth. Free admission; click here to register.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Free Dinner Skate Night on Tuesday, April 7, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $15, which includes skate rental, one slice of cheese pizza, and a small drink; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Glass Jog Run Club will meet on Tuesday, April 7, 6–9pm, at the Parkwood Ballpark (5200 Revere Rd). You can join either a 2-mile walk or 5k jog/run, ending at the Glass Jug Beer Lab (5410 Hwy 55). Strollers and dogs are welcome, and participants can walk or run at their own pace during this free event.

Alyah Baker will lead a Black & Brown Ballet Class at the Hayti Heritage Center (804 Old Fayetteville St, at Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) for beginners and intermediate dancers (age 12+) on Tuesday, April 7, 6:30–8pm. Learn traditional ballet technique in a class starting out with stretching, bending, and balance exercises especially designed for black and brown bodies. The fee is $10; visit the Facebook page for more info and to purchase your ticket(s). GoDurham 5/5K.

Harris Beverages will host the next Durham Toastmasters Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 6:30–8pm. Toastmasters clubs are great places to develop your public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. Guests and newbies are encouraged to attend; click here for more info. You can choose to attend in person at 1305 Hillsborough Rd (turn between the Hot Dog and Wendy’s) or virtually (click here for the Zoom link).

Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, or whatever and learn Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and slip jigs phrase by phrase at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Irish Learning Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 7, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome (ideally you’re comfortable playing in the keys of G, D, and A major, and also E minor). Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

Aldersgate United Methodist Church (1320 Umstead Rd) will host Weekly Community Pickleball on Tuesday, April 7, 6:30–8:30pm. The gym is located in the big building. Free admission; minors are welcome so long as they’re accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. Write to info@aldersgate.org if you have any questions.

The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held on April 7, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm. GoDurham 4.

Take your favorite acoustic instrument (and a small amp if you play steel guitar) and learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry at High Strung Violins & Guitars’ Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam at Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church (1902 Perry St, in the Community Room) on Tuesday, April 7, 8:30–10pm. A piano will be available and singers are also invited to join in. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome; chord charts will be provided and explained. Click here for more info (the store is located at 1805 W Markham Ave).

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Echo NC will host 1 Million Cups Durham on Wednesday, April 8, 8:30–10am, at ReCity Network (112 Broadway St). Entrepreneurs are invited to this free event, where they can grab a coffee and meet each other before the two speakers talk about their businesses and answer questions at 9. Today’s speakers will be representatives from The Loyal Family Podcast and Her Firm Foundation. Click here if you’d like to speak at a future meeting.

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, April 8, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Bell-Yeager Freewill Baptist Church (128 E Cornwallis Rd) will have a Food Giveaway for people in need on Wednesday, April 8, 10am–noon. If you’re interested in volunteering to help with sorting and distribution, call 919-489-3963.

The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice (906 Carroll St) will host a Guided Home Tour on Wednesday, April 8, 11am–12:15pm. Knowledgeable staff will share the life of the well-known African-American Episcopal priest, attorney, and civil rights activist through interactive exhibits, conversation, and storytelling. Tickets range from $20 regular ticket and between $4 and $10 (whatever you can afford) for the community ticket; click he re for more info and to make your purchase.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 8 between 10am and 1pm or 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

HUB RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) starts Shuffle, a new weekly concert series, on Wednesday, March 4, 11:30am–1:30pm, with the Nappy Head Funk Army. Free admission; you can purchase lunch or a snack from Drift or Cheeni. The first 100 to arrive will get free ice cream.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

St Joseph AME Church (2521 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Wednesday, April 8, 2–3pm. You can enter the parking lot via Nash St.

The Emanuel Food Pantry operates out of the Iglesia Presbiteriana Emanuel (2504 N Roxboro St) on Wednesdays, 2–4pm. Because of the effects on N Roxboro’s northbound traffic, the church now requires that everyone wanting to get free groceries register online sameday between 7am and 1pm. On April 8, click here, giving your contact information, the number of people in your family, and the time you’d like to drive up to pick up your food. The best way to join the line is to head to the intersection of Lavender and Banner streets; follow the directions of the church volunteers.

King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, April 8, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info and to volunteer. GoDurham 12.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Wednesday, April 8 between 5 and 7pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

Rediscover the fun of playing board games during Game Night at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Wednesday, April 8, 5:30–8:30pm. Free admission; food and beverage vendors/venues will be close by. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities. GoDurham 12B.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $6 Wednesday Night Skate on April 8, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $6, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) RetroFantasma Film Series will feature a screening of Mike Nichols’ Day of the Dolphin (1973, rated PG) on Wednesday, April 8, 7–9pm. Tickets are $12; click here to watch the trailer, and click here for more info and to purchase your ticket(s) online.

Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, April 8, 7–10pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). The backup band will be playing R&B, smooth jazz, and funk—and you can join in (be sure to sign up when you arrive). Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar. If you’d rather stay home, you can still enjoy the show on Facebook. GoDurham 1 & 4.

The Durham Hotel (315 E Chapel Hill St) will host smooth R&B singer/songwriter Ally J on the Roof on Wednesday, March 4, 7:30–9pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase.

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Celebrate the first-ever nationwide Local News Day by attending the NC News Café: Durham on Thursday, April 9, 9–11am, at Cocoa Cinnamon (2013 Chapel Hill Rd). Cohosted by The Assembly, INDY Week, and NC Local, this event invites Durhamites to meet local journalists and talk about what matters and how you feel about local news coverage over free cups of coffee.

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 9, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes/in carriers and cats must be in carriers; you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle. Don’t forget your photo ID. For now, this service is available by appointment only; call 919-560-0630 for more info. Click here for more information about the Animal Services Department.

Celebrate the first-ever nationwide Local News Day by attending the NC News Café: South Durham on Thursday, April 9, 9:30–11:30am, at the Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd). Cohosted by Southpoint Access and NC Local, this event invites Durhamites to meet local journalists and talk about what matters and how you feel about local news coverage.

Our local Catholic Charities runs the Durham Community Food Pantry (2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 30, in the Lakewood Shopping Center). If you are in need, stop by, register, and if you qualify, take home a week’s worth of groceries. In addition to food, they also have diapers and other supplies (just ask). Once you’re in the system, you can stop by the food pantry once every 30 days. Stop by on Thursday, April 9 between 10am and 1pm. Services are offered in English, Spanish, and French. Call 919-286-1964 for more info. GoDurham 10/10B.

WakeMed is hosting a Recruiting Event at the DBAP (Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St, in the Durham Bulls PNC Athletic Club) on Thursday, April 9, 10am–2pm. Hiring managers will be there connecting with people who are looking for employment in the medical field in Durham, western Wake, and Orange counties.

Whole Mama Yoga will host a Baby & Me Yoga session on Thursday, April 9, 11:30am–12:15am, at Jewish for Good (1937 W Cornwallis Rd). Participants (and their babies from 4 months up to 1 year old) are invited to learn some focused movements and relaxation. The class fee is $10 or you can attend for free by becoming a member. Click here for more info.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Parktown Food Hub will distribute free groceries to people in need at Parkwood UMC Church (5123 Revere Rd) on Thursday, April 9, 4:30–5:30pm. No appointment is necessary.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature neo-soul/gospel/R&B singer/guitarist Ayia Warren during the next Taking Back Thursday live concert series on April 9, 5:30–7:30pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

The Triangle Canine Club’s monthly meetup, the Bark & Bond Social, will be held at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) on Tuesday, April 9, 6–8pm. Take your dog to enjoy some social time at the Bark Yard from 6 to 7, followed by human social time from 7 to 8. Free admission; bring some $$$ if you’d like to buy food and drink.

The weekly Fleet Feet Pony Run starts at and returns to Ponysaurus Durham (219 Hood St) on Thursday, April 9, 6:15–8:30pm. You can choose either the 3-mile or 5-mile route and run at your own pace during this free event. Click here for more info.

Party of One will hold a free Line Dancing class at the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Thursday, April 9, 6:30–7:30pm.

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Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) will host Tasting at Ten on Friday, April 10, 10–11am. Coffee lovers are invited to sample various flavors and socialize in the Training Center. Click here for more info and to register for this free event. GoDurham 3/3B.

The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on April 10, where people in need can receive help from 10am to noon, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info. GoDurham 3/3B/3C.

On Durham Community Day (Friday, April 10, 10am–5pm), Durham residents can explore the Museum of Life and Science (433 W Murray Ave) free of charge. Click here for more info and to plan your visit.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at noon, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Friday, April 10, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

The Glass Jug Beer Lab (545 Foster St) will host a Friday Co-Working and Networking Social on April 10, noon–5pm. Freelancers, entrepreneurs, and remote workers are invited to spend the last few hours of the workweek co-working and connecting with others in similar situations. Work from noon to 4 and then network and enjoy a beverage from 4 to 5. Free admission.

A special Discover Engineering @ Duke event will be held at the Pratt School of Engineering (534 Research Dr, in the Wilkinson Engineering Building on Duke University’s West Campus) on Friday, April 10, 1–4pm, as part of the NC Science Festival. Durhamites of all ages are invited to experience the joy of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) by watching demonstrations and jumping in to learn by doing. Check out the latest in wearable technology, robotics, quantum computing, and more, and take a tour of the Duke Engineering Quad to learn about the university has to offer in education and research. This is a free event; NC SciFest is a partnership of Morehead Planetarium, RTI International, universities, and businesses across the state. Public parking is available at the Bryan Center Parking Lot and Garage at 125 Science Dr ($2/hour); GoDurham route 6 serves that area; get off on Flowers Dr at Duke Gardens.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature country-soul singer/songwriter Tae Lewis during the next Friday Night Live concert series on April 10, 5:30–7pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities; if you’re interested in performing, write to music@boxyardrtp.com. GoDurham 12B/805.

The North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance will host Moms Night Out on Friday, April 10, 6pm. Enjoy an evening of camaraderie and fun over dinner at Kabab and Curry (716 Ninth St). Click here for more info, to save your seat, and to see future events.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host $8 Glow in the Dark Family Night Skate on Friday, April 10, 6–8:30pm. Admission for skaters is $8, and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance..

Esmeralda’s Café (1515 N Pointe Dr #108, in the North Pointe Shopping Center) will host an Acoustic Open Mic on Friday, April 10, 7–10pm. Singers, musicians, comedians, poets, etc are invited to stop by and share an experience or two (signup starts at 6:30). Free admission.

The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s (309 W Morgan St) Retro Film Series will show two movies—Tony Scott’s The Hunger (1983, rated R, starring Catherine Deneuve, David Bowie, and Susan Sarandon) and Paul Schrader’s Cat People (1982, rated R, starring Nastassja Kinski, Malcolm McDowell, and John Heard)—on Friday, April 10, 7–11pm. Click here to watch the trailer for The Hunger, and click here to watch the trailer for Cat People. Tickets are $12 for this double feature; click here to get your ticket(s).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Friday Night Adult Night Skate (age 18+) on March 6, 9pm–midnight. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

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Enjoy some fresh air by participating in a weekly Durham NC parkrun on Saturday, April 11, 8am, in Southern Boundaries Park (100 Third Fork Rd). Join in the 5k event by walking, jogging, or running. The run starts next to the parking lot and the softball field nearest to Third Fork Rd. It’s free; click here for more info and to register.

The Durham Central Park pavilion (501 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 11 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s table by the bathrooms and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Click here to find out what’s in season. GoDurham 4.

The Durham Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, April 11, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.

The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, April 11, at Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer); stop by the manager’s tent and they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend as part of the Double Bucks program. (Double your money!) This offer is also good for WIC recipients and DHA residents. Keep up with the latest news by visiting their Facebook page. GoDurham 12.

The 12th annual Women’s Health Awareness: Transforming Communities by Enhancing Women’s Health conference will be held on Saturday, April 11, 8am–5pm, at Hillside High School (3727 Fayetteville Rd). Women and girls are encouraged to come out for free health screenings, health education sessions, mindfulness meditation, cooking demonstrations, exercise sessions, and health-related resources from local nonprofits and other organizations. Click here for more info and to register (you can also sign up when you get there). You can also click here to visit the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences website for more health-related resources, including newsletters, videos, webinars, and special events.

The Duke University Fuqua School of Business (100 Fuqua Dr, on Duke’s West Campus) will host the Duke Africa Conference 2026 on Saturday, April 11, 9am–midnight (or so). This all-day series of events will bring academics, investors, creatives, students, etc together to connect with and explore the various ways of doing business in Africa. Here’s the schedule:

9am Registration and breakfast
10am Opening Keynote—“One Pitch, Many Voices: The World at Crossroads”
10:30am, Panel 1: Holding the Center: Africa in a Reordered Global Economy—trade, diplomacy, and Africa's voice in an increasingly multipolar world
11:45am, Panel 2: Educating for Capital: Talent, Investment and the Diaspora Advantage, featuring Elizabeth Oguegbu (group head, Financial Markets & Funding, Access Bank PLC)
1pm Lunch and networking
2:30pm, Panel 3: Culture, Creativity, and Narrative Power—Who Tells Africa’s Stories Now? featuring Helon Habila and leading academic voices
3:45pm Townhall and wrapup
4:30pm Closing reflections
10pm Afrobeats after party (at Fizzwerks, 618 Ramseur St)

This is a free event; click here for more info and to register. This conferencewas made possible through support by the Duke Africa Initiative, the Duke International Student Center, and the Duke University Graduate and Professional Student Government. Public parking is available at the Bryan Center Parking Lot and Garage at 125 Science Dr ($2/hour).

Jewels Outreach will host Jewels Feeding Friends, a food giveaway, on Saturday, April 11, 9:30–11am, at Monroe Christian Church (1701 Sherman Ave). You can pop open the trunk (or rear door) of your vehicle for the volunteers who will place a box of groceries inside.

Watch the Durham Skywriter’s live show, BULL CITY HANGOUT, today at 10am, hosted by patricia A murray. Find out what’s happening today in Durham, get a quick weather report, and enjoy visits by folks who stop by on camera to share info and/or to promote their businesses and special events. Click here to watch from the Durham Skywriter Facebook page, click here to watch from the durhamskywriter YouTube channel, or click here to watch from the Patricia A Murray LinkedIn page. (You can join the show live on camera only from Facebook.) After the show airs, the YouTube link is posted on our new durhamskywriter BlueSky page (click here).

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will offer Kids Roller Skating Lessons on Saturday, April 11, 10–11am, for young people ages 3 to 17. Admission is $15, which includes skate rentals (Fisher-Price skates are available, and wrist guards are available free of charge). Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The next District 3 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the Lyon Park Recreation Center (1309 Halley St) on Saturday, April 11, 10am. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. If you can’t attend in person, click here to join via Zoom. Call the District 3 Substation (#8 Consultant Pl, on the corner of MLK Pkwy and Shannon Rd) at 919-560-4583 for more info.

The next District 4 and District 5 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Saturday, April 11, 10am. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. If you can’t attend in person, click here to join via Zoom. Contact the District 4 Substation (2945 S Miami Blvd, Suite 135, in the shopping center near TW Alexander Dr) at 919-560-4415 for more info.

The Bragtown Community Association will host its monthly Community Meeting on Saturday, April 11, 10am–noon, at Braggtown Baptist Church (3218 N Roxboro St, in the Fellowship Room).

White Rock Baptist Church (3400 Fayetteville St) will have their monthly Community Food Distribution on Saturday, April 11, 11am–1pm. Drive up on the Fisher Development side of the church. Click here for more info. GoDurham 5/5K.

One Love Christian Church (1315 Horton Rd) will host a Drive-Thru Food Distribution on Saturday, April 11, 11am–1pm. Call 919-688-2163 for more info.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host All Day Skate on Saturday, April 11, 11am–6:30pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

The Community Health Coalition will host a Food Giveaway at Kyles Temple AME Zion Church (409 Dunstan Ave) on Saturday, April 11, noon–2pm. Be sure to bring a strong bag. Call 919-470-8680 for more info.

Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr, off Hwy 54) will feature multilingual/multicultural songs by Sheila Casalett during the next Saturdaze music series on Saturday, April 11, noon–4pm. Free admission; food and beverages will be available for purchase from local onsite eateries. Visit Boxyard RTP’s events page to see the full calendar of fun activities.

Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop (1104 Broad St) will host the Saturday Comedy Improv Jam Meetup on April 11, 1–3pm. Join the local improv group on stage or just sit and watch the fun. Free admission; click here to check out the Durham Community Improv Jam Meetup.

Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman will hold its drive-through Neighborhood Food Pantry Giveaway at the 3034 Fayetteville St location on Saturday, March 21, 2–4pm. Click here to view the events at both locations (the Parkwood masjid is located at 5122 Revere Rd). GoDurham 5.

The Independent Animal Rescue’s next Dog Meet & Greet will be held at Dram & Draught Durham (701 W Main St) on Saturday, April 11, 4–6pm. Dogs and puppies are ready to be adopted and taken home by their new families.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Hip Hop Saturday Night Skate on Saturday, April 11, 7–9:30pm. Admission for skaters is $14 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades). Skaters under age 18 must be with someone who’s age 21+. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Soft rock, folk, gospel, and jazz singer Peggy Harris will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro St, at St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, April 11, 7:30pm. Donations will be graciously accepted; visit the website to see the full calendar. GoDurham 7.

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Sunday Morning Meditation will be held at the Shambhala Center of Durham (733 Rutherford St) on April 12, 9am–noon. Sitting meditation will be interspersed with walking meditation, and you can get some instruction if you’re a novice. Feel free to arrive and leave at any time—you don’t have to stay the entire 3 hours. You can also choose to attend online (click here to ask for the Zoom link); click here for more info. GoDurham 11/11B.

Keep Durham Beautiful is looking for volunteers for the Martin Luther King Jr Parkway Cleanup on Sunday, March 8, 10am–noon (along MLK Pkwy, with everyone meeting at Lowes at Fayetteville Rd and MLK Pkwy). Gloves, vests, litter grabbers and trash bags will be provided; click here for more info and to sign up.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Sunday Public Skate on March 8, 12:30–3pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Don’t Waste Durham will hold a Boomerang Bag Sewing Party on Sunday, April 12, 1–4pm, at Sew Crafty (101 Orange St, on the corner of Parrish and Orange, the little alley just west of Mangum). If you’re pretty good at sewing a straight line (with a sewing machine) or ironing, and would like to volunteer to make reusable bags to distribute throughout Durham, then drop by for a while. Donations of materials, including clean tee shirts and other fabrics will be greatly appreciated. Click h ere for more info and to sign up.

Wheels Durham (715 N Hoover Rd) will host Sunday Public Skate on March 8, 3:30–6pm. Admission for skaters is $13 and skate rentals are $6, $7 for rollerblades; non skaters (age 18+) pay $4. Durham Parks and Recreation’s clear-bag policy will be in effect: Only see-through bags and small bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches will be allowed. Be sure to click here to see the schedule and buy your ticket(s) in advance.

Triangle Dance Studio (2603 S Miami Blvd, at the Triangle Meeting Space, next door to Research Triangle Dental) will host their Sunday Salsa Social on April 12, 6:30–9:30pm. Enjoy dancing to salsa, bachata, cha-cha, kizomba, merengue, and cumbia. The dance lesson will begin at 6:30, followed by open dancing. Admission is $9, $7 for active military and students with current ID, and free for young people age 16 and younger.

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