December 28–January 3
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, December 28, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, December 28, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Mojoaa Performing Arts Company’s 7 Tales of Kwanzaa continues every evening at 7pm through Friday, January 1. This virtual theater festival will feature some of the most talented black artists in the area, who will teach/remind us of the seven Kwanzaa principles (one per evening). The Monday, December 28 performance will be centered around Ujima (Collective work and responsibility). Click here to sign up and receive a reminder for this free online series. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to watch from the Mojoaa Facebook page.
Erika Vinson (from the Empower Dance Studio) and the LGBTQ Center of Durham will cohost a virtual ’90s Cardio Funk dance party Monday, December 28, 7:30–8:30pm. Register by paying what you can (ideally by 6:30pm via CashApp: $DanceFitEBV, PayPal: erikavinson@gmail.com or Zelle: erikavinson@gmail.com). Be sure to send your email address in order to get the Zoom link.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, December 29, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, December 29, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, December 29 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
The folks at St Mark AME Zion Church (531 S Roxboro St) will be giving away Food Boxes on Tuesday, December 29, 2pm. Call 919-688-2092 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, December 29, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on December 29, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, December 29, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Mojoaa Performing Arts Company’s 7 Tales of Kwanzaa continues every evening at 7pm through Friday, January 1. This virtual theater festival will feature some of the most talented black artists in the area, who will teach/remind us of the seven Kwanzaa principles (one per evening). The Tuesday, December 29 performance will be centered around Ujamaa (Cooperative economics). Click here to sign up and receive a reminder for this free online series. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to watch from the Mojoaa Facebook page.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, December 30, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, December 30, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The Mojoaa Performing Arts Company’s 7 Tales of Kwanzaa continues every evening at 7pm through Friday, January 1. This virtual theater festival will feature some of the most talented black artists in the area, who will teach/remind us of the seven Kwanzaa principles (one per evening). The Wednesday, December 30 performance will be centered around Nia (Purpose). Click here to sign up and receive a reminder for this free online series. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to watch from the Mojoaa Facebook page.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, December 30, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, December 31, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, December 31, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The Mojoaa Performing Arts Company’s 7 Tales of Kwanzaa continues every evening at 7pm through Friday, January 1. This virtual theater festival will feature some of the most talented black artists in the area, who will teach/remind us of the seven Kwanzaa principles (one per evening). The Thursday, December 31 performance will be centered around Kuumba (Creativity). Click here to sign up and receive a reminder for this free online series. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to watch from the Mojoaa Facebook page.
The Mojoaa Performing Arts Company’s 7 Tales of Kwanzaa continues every evening at 7pm through Friday, January 1. This virtual theater festival will feature some of the most talented black artists in the area, who will teach/remind us of the seven Kwanzaa principles (one per evening). The Friday, January 1 performance will be centered around Imani (Faith). Click here to sign up and receive a reminder for this free online series. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to watch from the Mojoaa Facebook page.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, January 2, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, January 2 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
The Durham County Legislative Delegation Swearing-in Ceremony will be held virtually on Sunday, January 3, 2pm. Watch the ceremony as State Senator Natalie Murdock, State Senator James Michael Woodard, State Representative Vernetta Alston, State Representative Zack Anthony Forde Hawkins, State Representative Marcia H Morey, and State Representative Robert T Reives II as they get sworn in. Click here to register and have the Zoom link sent to you.
Parents of Murdered Children will host a rally, Guns Down Hearts Up, in front of the Durham Police Department (602 E Main St) on Saturday, January 2, 2pm.
The Durham Really Really Free Market is back and will take place in the Lyon Park Playground (1200 W Lakewood Ave) on Sunday, January 3, 2–4pm. Display items (household goods, clothing, toys, books, furniture, etc) that you’re willing to give away and take items that catch your eye home with you. Please do your best to wash/sanitize items. The volunteers will be wearing masks and gloves, and everyone is expected to wear face masks and practice social distancing. Visit the Facebook page for more info.
January 4–10
The next Durham Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Work Session will be held on Monday, January 4, 9am. You can watch the meeting via the County’s website, YouTube channel, or Spectrum channel 8.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, January 4, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on January 4, 4–5pm. A Legal Aid NC housing attorney will talk about a range of current and important housing-related topics and will also answer questions (of a general nature). Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
Toni Hall and Ivy Burch will lead a virtual African Dance Class (from the Hayti Heritage Center’s Chuck Davis Dance Emporium) on Monday, January 4, 6:30–7:30pm. Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $7; click here for more info and to sign up and participate.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, January 4, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Erika Vinson (from the Empower Dance Studio) and the LGBTQ Center of Durham will cohost a virtual ’90s Cardio Funk dance party Monday, January 4, 7:30–8:30pm. Register by paying what you can (ideally by 6:30pm via CashApp: $DanceFitEBV, PayPal: erikavinson@gmail.com or Zelle: erikavinson@gmail.com). Be sure to send your email address in order to get the Zoom link.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, January 5, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, January 5, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, January 5 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, January 5, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on January 5, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, January 5, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
For now, Splat Space, Durham’s hackerspace, will hold its Open Meetings on first Tuesdays until they’re able to hold their in-person, weekly meetings. The next online meeting will be held on January 5, 7–9pm. Makers, hackers, and anyone interested in technology is welcome to learn about this membership organization that celebrates both creativity and technology. Visit the Splat Space website to learn more and call 919-704-4250 or write to info@splatspace.org if you have any questions.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, January 6, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, January 6, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, January 6, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Durham Public Schools will host a webinar, The DPS Magnet/CTE* Lottery Application Process Explained, on Wednesday, January 6, 6–7pm. Learn how the lottery works for getting your child into one of Durham Public Schools’ magnet programs. Click here to watch. The English workshop will start at 6 and the Spanish workshop will start at 6:30. * CTE = career technology education.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, January 6, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, January 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, January 7, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, January 7, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Learn about historical research, especially from the African-American perspective, during Desi L Campbell’s Let’s Talk Genealogy show on Thursday, January 7, 6–6:30pm. Click here for more info and to attend this free, online event.
The Living Arts Collective and the Harambee Collective are cohosting a West African Dance session on Thursday, January 7, 6:30–7:30pm. Explore movement and music, with a focus on your body’s health and wellness. Click here to pay $10 and to attend this Zoom event.
The FixerSisters host a free, online FixerMixer series, focusing on An Intro to Woodworking Basics on Thursday, January 7, 6:30–7:30pm. Learn about woodworking tools and techniques with custom-furniture designer and maker Meredith Hart. Visit FixerSisters’ Facebook page for more info, and click here to sign up for this free Zoom event.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on January 8, 11am–noon. Get your questions (of a general nature) answered on a variety of topics. Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on January 8, where people in need can receive help from 1:30–3pm. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a copy of your apartment/home lease agreement and a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host an Opticianry Program Information Session on Friday, January 8, 2–3pm. Learn about Durham Tech’s two opticianry programs (certificate and degree) and about the responsibilities of opticians in the eyecare profession. Click here for more info and click here to register for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, January 8, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Duke University Chapel’s Organ Recital Series presents Robert Parkins on Friday, January 8, 7:30–8:30pm, as he plays Salome’s Dance by Richard Strauss and other works recorded on Duke Chapel’s 1932 Aeolian organ. Dr Parkins will tell us about each piece, which will include music by African-American composers Florence Price and Adolphus Hailstork, plus works by former Duke composer Robert Ward. Click here to view the program for this free recital and the recital itself.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, January 9, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, January 9 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
St Joseph AME Church will host The COVID-19 Vaccine: A Discussion on the Myths and Truths of the Virus on Saturday, January 9, 11am. The moderators, Rev Dr Jonathan C Augustine and Senator Natalie Murdock, will lead the conversation with experts from the Durham County Department of Public Health and the Lincoln Community Health Center. Get your questions together and click here to watch on Zoom (meeting ID: 816 0437 1000, passcode: 392169).
White Rock Baptist Church (3400 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Saturday, January 9, 11am–1pm. Drive up on the Fisher Development side of the church. Click here for more info. UPDATE: The grocery giveaway has been moved to Saturday, January 23.
ICNA Relief and Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman are cosponsoring a drive-through Nonperishable Food Giveaway in the parking lot of the 3034 Fayetteville St masjid on Saturday, January 9, 2–4pm (while supplies last). Click here to view the events at both locations (the Parkwood masjid is at 5122 Revere Rd).
ICNA Relief and Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman are cosponsoring free COVID-19 Tests in the parking lot of the 3034 Fayetteville St masjid on Saturday, January 9, 2–4pm. If you have an insurance card, you’re welcome to bring it, plus a current photo ID.
January 11–17
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, January 11, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on January 11, 4–5pm. A Legal Aid NC housing attorney will talk about a range of current and important housing-related topics and will also answer questions (of a general nature). Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
Activate Good, the State of North Carolina, and VolunteerNC are partnering to cohost the Triangle Virtual Volunteer Expo on Monday, January 11, 5pm. Find out which local nonprofits are looking for volunteers and how to connect with them. After a general online meeting, participants can enter breakout rooms where they can get more details about volunteer opportunities. Visit the Facebook event page, and click here to register (make sure you have the latest version of Zoom; visit Zoom’s website to make sure).
Toni Hall and Ivy Burch will lead a virtual African Dance Class (from the Hayti Heritage Center’s Chuck Davis Dance Emporium) on Monday, January 11, 6:30–7:30pm. Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $7; click here for more info and to sign up and participate.
The NC Justice Center, Chapel Hill/Carrboro NAACP, Carolina Jews for Justice, Coalition for Health Care of NC, and the Health Action NC Coalition are partnering to cohost Hope: A Community Town Hall on the COVID-19 Vaccine on Monday, January 11, 6:30pm. Dr Richard Watkins from The Science Policy Action Network will discuss the science behind the vaccine and give the latest updates on how and when they’re going to be administered throughout North Carolina. If you have a question, tweet it on Twitter to @healthactionnc (start your message with #AskDrWatkins) in advance or during the talk. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to register for and attend this free Zoom event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, January 11, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Erika Vinson (from the Empower Dance Studio) and the LGBTQ Center of Durham will cohost a virtual ’90s Cardio Funk dance party Monday, January 11, 7:30–8:30pm. Register by paying what you can (ideally by 6:30pm via CashApp: $DanceFitEBV, PayPal: erikavinson@gmail.com or Zelle: erikavinson@gmail.com). Be sure to send your email address in order to get the Zoom link.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, January 12, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, January 12, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host a Respiratory Therapy Information Session on Tuesday, January 12, noon–1pm. Learn about different areas in the practice of respiratory therapy and also about the job market in that field. Click here for more info, and contact Janemarie Baker at bakerj@durhamtech.edu to sign up for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, January 12 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
Durham Technical Community College will host a Nursing Information Session on Tuesday, January 12, 1–3pm. Learn about the various levels of nursing, the job market in the field, and the admissions requirements for the nursing programs at Durham Tech. Click here for more info, and click here to sign up for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, January 12, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on January 12, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, January 12, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, January 13, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, January 13, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
Amazing Grace Advocacy will host a webinar, NC Innovations Waiver Explained, on Wednesday, January 13, noon–1pm. Parents/grands/caregivers of children and young adults with IDD (intellectual and developmental disabilities), Down syndrome, and autism are invited to learn about the services, some lifetime, that their young ones could be eligible for. Learn what the services are, how to seek them out and apply for them, and all about the waiting list. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to register for and attend this free Zoom event. (Please note that Amazing Grace Advocacy is located in Cabarrus County.)
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, January 13, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, January 13, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, January 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
Duke University’s Kenan Institute for Ethics and the Sanford School of Public Policy will cohost Good Reason: A Van Jones Keynote Speech on Thursday, January 14, 10am. Van Jones, a CNN commentator, author, and criminal justice reformer will talk about the First Step Act, a criminal justice bill signed by President Trump two years ago; his former job as green jobs advisor under President Obama; and his two books: The Green Collar Economy and Rebuild the Dream. This keynote speech is part of the two-day Good Reason: Purpose and Public Policy program. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to register and attend this free event.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, January 14, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, January 14, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Learn about historical research, especially from the African-American perspective, during Desi L Campbell’s Let’s Talk Genealogy show on Thursday, January 14, 6–6:30pm. Click here for more info and to attend this free, online event.
The Living Arts Collective and the Harambee Collective are cohosting a West African Dance session on Thursday, January 14, 6:30–7:30pm. Explore movement and music, with a focus on your body’s health and wellness. Click here to pay $10 and to attend this Zoom event.
Duke University’s Kenan Institute for Ethics and the Sanford School of Public Policy will cohost Good Reason: A Vivek Murthy Keynote Speech on Thursday, January 14, 7pm. Vivek Murthy, a physician and co-chair of President-elect Joe Biden’s COVID19 Advisory Board will talk about his service with the Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and as Surgeon General of the United States, and about his book, Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World. This keynote speech is part of the two-day Good Reason: Purpose and Public Policy program. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to register and attend this free event.
FLIP NC and Neighbors on Call will cohost a discussion, Building a Grassroots Strategy to Elect Democrats in NC: How Wisconsin Did It, on Thursday, January 14, 7:30–8:30pm. Ben Wikler and Nellie Sires from the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and Dr Aimy Steele will describe how, after suffering losses in 2016, Wisconsin democrats and activists figured out ways to work together in order to flip the state from red to blue. Click here to register and attend this free Zoom event.
NC Raise Up, the NC Poor People’s Campaign, and Carolina Jews for Justice are partnering to hold the Fed Up: Political Food Distribution, a food giveaway, in the Lakewood Shopping Center (2000 Chapel Hill Rd) on Friday, January 15, 10am–noon. One thousand food boxes (nonperishables and fresh produce) will be distributed. You can drive up, pop the trunk, and a box will be placed inside. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here if you can help out as a volunteer or financial donor.
The NCCU Alumni Association–Orange County chapter and the Orange County Department on Aging will cohost COVID-19: The Threat to the Black Community and How It Is Being Addressed on Friday, January 15, 10:30am. Join a lively conversation about how the pandemic is being addressed in the black community and about the vaccines—the trials, available vaccines, and people’s thoughts about accepting them. Dianne Pledger will be the moderator and participants in this panel discussion will include Dr Harold Russell Jr, former CDC scientist and Golden Eagle; Dr Deepak Kumar, from North Carolina Central University’s Julius L Chambers Biomedical/Biotechnology Research Institute; and Dr James Morgan Harris, principal scientist in Conjugation Chemistry at Pfizer in Sanford. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to attend this free Zoom event (meeting ID: 851 6545 0345, passcode: 922673).
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on January 15, 11am–noon. Get your questions (of a general nature) answered on a variety of topics. Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on January 15, where people in need can receive help from 1:30–3pm. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a copy of your apartment/home lease agreement and a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Individuals with disabilities (age 18+) are invited to attend Virtual Let’s Talk on Friday, January 15, 2–2:30pm. Tell jokes and stories, ask questions, or just hang out. Call Durham Parks and Recreation at 919-560-4355 for more info, and click here to register by the day before to get the link for this free Zoom event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, January 15, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Explore Sandy Creek Park (3510 Sandy Creek Rd) after dark on Friday, January 15, 6–8:30pm, and join the Flashlight Scavenger Hunt. Every person who plans to participate must be registered. Call Durham Parks and Recreation at 919-560-4355 for more info, and click here to register. Don’t forget your flashlight!
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, January 16, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, January 16 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
Autistics United, the Western North Carolina (WNC) Autistic Teens United and Jen Pyne will cohost an Autistic Teens & Young Adults Monthly Zoom Social Group Meeting on Saturday, January 16, noon. Socialize without pressure and share tips, stories, and special interests (music, comic books, transportation, animals, etc) during this free Zoom event. Visit the Facebook event page for more info, and click here to attend (meeting ID 889 7647 0582).
Ever heard of Boomerang Bags? It’s an idea that started in Australia in 2013, and it involves having a supply of reusable bags available in stores and other venues. People are encouraged to take them, use them, and return them for others to use; this is an excellent way of reducing single-use bags. Don’t Waste Durham will hold a Boomerang Bag Sewing Party on Sunday, January 17, noon–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 bags to distribute throughout Durham, then drop by for a while. Click here to commit to one hour.
January 18–24
The Triangle Martin Luther King Jr Committee will host the Martin Luther King Jr Interfaith Prayer Breakfast online on Monday, January 18, 7–9am. Keynote speaker Bishop Michael Curry will describe how “Love Is the Way.” This year, this free event will be livestreamed on the WRAL website.
Urban Community AgriNomics (UCAN) will observe the MLK Day of Service with a special workday at their Catawba Trail Farm (2080 Sawmill Creek Pkwy) on Monday, January 18, 9am–1pm. Volunteers are invited to help make populated mushroom logs (a creative way of growing edible mushrooms). UCAN has been distributing free food to people in need throughout the year at Mount Level Missionary Baptist Church. The day will start with a performance by cellist Joshua Forbes of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Visit UCAN’s Facebook page for more info.
The Dream Big Book Harvest’s 10th annual MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration will be held on Monday, January 18, noon–4pm, in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) Kids can enjoy safe greetings from popular children’s book characters and take home a little car decorated to celebrate the joy of reading. You’re invited to donate new and gently used children’s books (in English and Spanish) and choose books to take home. Watch the premiére of the Dream Big kids’ newscast show. Click here for more info on this free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, January 18, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on January 18, 4–5pm. A Legal Aid NC housing attorney will talk about a range of current and important housing-related topics and will also answer questions (of a general nature). Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Durham Community Martin Luther King Jr Steering Committee and the NCCU School of Law’s Virtual Justice Project will cohost the Virtual Annual Religious Service on Monday, January 18, 5:30pm. Fredrick A Davis, pastor of First Calvary Baptist Church, will be the keynote speaker. Click here to sign up and attend this free Zoom event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, January 18, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Nakikia Wilson, a mental and emotional wellness advocate, will host a special online discussion group, Breaking Free from Generations of Toxic Behaviors, as part of the MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 18, 7–9pm. Interested black people are invited to talk about possible mental health issues in their homes, schools, places of business, and communities. Wilson is heading a movement called #StartSpeakingStopStigma and is the host of online discussion groups that are held on Sunday evenings. Click here for more info and to sign up for this special conversation.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, January 19, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
Durham Technical Community College will host an Occupational Therapy Assistant Information Session on Tuesday, January 19, 11am–noon. Learn all about the different areas that involve occupational therapy and the job market in that field. Get details on Durham Tech’s admission requirements and programs that lead directly to jobs. Click here for more info, and then write to Christine Gunnigle at gunniglec@durhamtech.edu to sign up for this free talk.
The Coalition for Affordable Housing & Transit’s next monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 19, noon–1pm. Click here for more info and to attend this Zoom meeting, or watch from the coalition’s Facebook page.
Duke Science & Society will host a talk on A Year of Errors and Lies—Looking Back on a Year of COVID-19 Misinformation on Tuesday, January 19, noon–1pm. Dr Scott Babwah Brennen will lead this Lunch & Learn session as the senior policy associate at the Center on Science and Technology Policy and will talk about the interplay of the media with outlets that spread mis- and disinformation about COVID-19. Click here for more info and to sign up for this free online event.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, January 19, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, January 19 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, January 19, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on January 19, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, January 19, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, January 20, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, January 20, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, January 20, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, January 20, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, January 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, January 21, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host a Nursing Information Session on Thursday, January 21, 1–3pm. Learn about the various levels of nursing, the job market in the field, and the admissions requirements for the nursing programs at Durham Tech. Click here for more info, and click here to sign up for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, January 21, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host an Opticianry Program Information Session on Thursday, January 21, 4–5pm. Learn about Durham Tech’s two opticianry programs (certificate and degree) and about the responsibilities of opticians in the eyecare profession. Click here for more info, and click here to sign up for this free, online talk.
Learn about historical research, especially from the African-American perspective, during Desi L Campbell’s Let’s Talk Genealogy show on Thursday, January 21, 6–6:30pm. Click here for more info and to attend this free, online event.
The Living Arts Collective and the Harambee Collective are cohosting a West African Dance session on Thursday, January 21, 6:30–7:30pm. Explore movement and music, with a focus on your body’s health and wellness. Click here to pay $10 and to attend this Zoom event.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on January 22, 11am–noon. Get your questions (of a general nature) answered on a variety of topics. Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on January 22, where people in need can receive help from 1:30–3pm. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a copy of your apartment/home lease agreement and a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Individuals with disabilities (age 18+) are invited to attend Virtual Let’s Talk on Friday, January 22, 2–2:30pm. Tell jokes and stories, ask questions, or just hang out. Click here to register by the day before to get the link for this free Zoom event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, January 22, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, January 16, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, January 23 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
White Rock Baptist Church (3400 Fayetteville St) will have their Community Food Distribution on Saturday, January 23, 11am–1pm. Drive up on the Fisher Development side of the church. Click here for more info.
Durham Parks and Recreation will host Virtual MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts on Saturday, January 23, 11am. Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr with group discussions and entertainment during this free Zoom event. Click here to attend.
January 25–31
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, January 25, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on January 25, 4–5pm. A Legal Aid NC housing attorney will talk about a range of current and important housing-related topics and will also answer questions (of a general nature). Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
Toni Hall and Ivy Burch will lead a virtual African Dance Class (from the Hayti Heritage Center’s Chuck Davis Dance Emporium) on Monday, January 25, 6:30–7:30pm. Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $7; click here for more info and to sign up and participate.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, January 25, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, January 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, January 26, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host a Pharmacy Technology Information Session on Tuesday, January 26, noon–1pm. Learn about career opportunities, prerequisite requirements for this program, and what you’ll be learning. Click here for more info, and click here to sign up for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, January 26 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, January 26, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on January 26, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, January 26, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, January 27, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, January 27, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, January 27, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, January 27, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, January 28, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, January 28, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
Durham Technical Community College will host an Anesthesia Technology Information Session on Thursday, January 28, noon–1pm. Learn about career opportunities, prerequisite requirements for this program, and what you’ll be learning. Click here for more info, and write to Gail Walker at walkerg@durhamtech.edu to sign up for this free, online talk.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, January 28, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Learn about historical research, especially from the African-American perspective, during Desi L Campbell’s Let’s Talk Genealogy show on Thursday, January 28, 6–6:30pm. Click here for more info and to attend this free, online event.
Durham Technical Community College will host a Community Spanish Interpreter Information and Spanish Placement Session on Thursday, January 28, 6–7pm. Learn about career opportunities, prerequisite requirements for this program, and what you’ll be learning. Click here for more info, and write to Sara Juarez at juarezs@durhamtech.edu to sign up for this free, online talk.
The Living Arts Collective and the Harambee Collective are cohosting a West African Dance session on Thursday, January 28, 6:30–7:30pm. Explore movement and music, with a focus on your body’s health and wellness. Click here to pay $10 and to attend this Zoom event.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on January 29, 11am–noon. Get your questions (of a general nature) answered on a variety of topics. Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on January 29, where people in need can receive help from 1:30–3pm. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a copy of your apartment/home lease agreement and a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Individuals with disabilities (age 18+) are invited to attend Virtual Let’s Talk on Friday, January 29, 2–2:30pm. Tell jokes and stories, ask questions, or just hang out. Click here to register by the day before to get the link for this free Zoom event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, January 29, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, January 30, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, January 30 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
February 1–7
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, February 1, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on February 1, 4–5pm. A Legal Aid NC housing attorney will talk about a range of current and important housing-related topics and will also answer questions (of a general nature). Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
Toni Hall and Ivy Burch will lead a virtual African Dance Class (from the Hayti Heritage Center’s Chuck Davis Dance Emporium) on Monday, February 1, 6:30–7:30pm. Featuring music from the African diaspora, this class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive African dance moves. The weekly fee is $7; click here for more info and to sign up and participate.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, February 1, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, February 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Tuesday, February 2, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, February 2 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. Contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info. Please note that you won’t be served if you’re not wearing a face mask.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, February 2, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on February 2, 6–7pm. Test your knack for remembering science facts, current news, and pop culture. You’ll actually need two monitors or devices—one for the trivia questions and one for clicking on the answers on the Kahoot quiz platform. Click here for more info and to register for this free, fun online event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, February 2, 7–8pm. Write to contact@marvisfun.com for more info and to have the code for this free Zoom event sent to you. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, February 3, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Wednesday, February 3, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, February 3, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, February 3, 7–9pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). They’ll be practicing proper social distancing, so the number of people admitted will be very limited. 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.
The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, February 4, 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 and cats must be in carriers; if your pet makes a mess, you’ll have to clean it up. 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.
The Nehemiah Christian Center (514 N Mangum St) will dispense Free Bag Lunches on Thursday, February 4, noon–1pm. Curbside and at-the-door service are available. Visit Nehemiah’s Facebook page to see other programs, as well as virtual church services in both English and Spanish (Nehemias Espíritu de Vida). Call 919-688-4203 for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, February 4, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
Learn about historical research, especially from the African-American perspective, during Desi L Campbell’s Let’s Talk Genealogy show on Thursday, February 4, 6–6:30pm. Click here for more info and to attend this free, online event.
The Living Arts Collective and the Harambee Collective are cohosting a West African Dance session on Thursday, February 4, 6:30–7:30pm. Explore movement and music, with a focus on your body’s health and wellness. Click here to pay $10 and to attend this Zoom event.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on February 5, 11am–noon. Get your questions (of a general nature) answered on a variety of topics. Click here for more info and to watch (and participate) live.
The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on February 5, where people in need can receive help from 1:30–3pm. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a copy of your apartment/home lease agreement and a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Individuals with disabilities (age 18+) are invited to attend Virtual Let’s Talk on Friday, February 5, 2–2:30pm. Tell jokes and stories, ask questions, or just hang out. Click here to register by the day before to get the link for this free Zoom event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, February 5, 3–6pm. If you’re driving, please park in the WD Hill Community Center’s parking lot behind the restaurant. Face masks are required; contact Marcia Hargrove at community@nvoac.org for more info.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 9am to noon on Saturday, February 6, in the Greenwood Commons Shopping Center (5510 Hwy 55). You can purchase fresh produce, cheeses, meats, crafts, pastries, vegetables, artisan goods, and more. Some vendors accept credit cards each season (the $1.50 transaction fee helps fund the Double Bucks program where SNAP recipients can double their purchases up to $10); they also sell wooden “debit” tokens that you can use with any vendor. Vendors at the market accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer). Click here to read about the vendors and to subscribe to the e-newsletter.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, February 6 from 10am 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 credit cards. If you have a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) card, stop by the table by the bathrooms; they’ll swipe your card and will then match whatever you spend up to $10. (Double your money!) Call 919-667-3099 or click here to find out what’s in season.
The Durham Really Really Free Market is back and will take place in the Lyon Park Playground (1200 W Lakewood Ave) on Sunday, February 7, 2–4pm. Display items (household goods, clothing, toys, books, furniture, etc) that you’re willing to give away and take items that catch your eye home with you. Please do your best to wash/sanitize items. The volunteers will be wearing masks and gloves, and everyone is expected to wear face masks and practice social distancing. Visit the Facebook page for more info.
Please ignore the events below—I’m just leaving these here so I won’t have to reenter them once things return to normal.
March 1–8
The Triangle Blues Society’s 1st Sunday Triangle Blues Jam will take place on March 1, 5–8pm, 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). This month’s session will also double for a Toys for Tots gift drive Free admission; call 919-401-1979 for more info.
The weekly Zumba Class will be held on Monday, March 2, 6:30–7:30pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and comfortable clothes. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
A Heritage Rhythms African Dance Class will be offered at the Hayti Heritage Center (Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) on Monday, March 2, 6:30–8pm. This class will incorporate deep breathing, conditioning, and cardio-intensive movements. The fee is $7; click here for more info.
Down South Shuffle will host a Line Dance Class, led by Juanita Collins and Nykki Sims, at the Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd) on Monday, March 2, 6:30–8:30pm. It’s free and suitable for both beginning and intermediate dancers. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and sneakers; click here for more info and to sign up.
High Strung Musical Instruments sponsors the Ukulele Learning Jam & Advancing Players Jam at the store (1803 W Markham Ave) on Monday, March 2, 7–9pm. The first half hour will be spent going over basic chords and strums, and the music will get more challenging as the jam progresses. It’s free; all levels are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Flash Chorus will tackle “Jump” by Van Halen and SHAED’s “Trampoline” at Motorco (723 Rigsbee Ave) on Monday, March 2, 7–9pm. This all-ages event welcomes people who simply love to sing. Everyone rehearses the songs a few times and then put on a performance with a live band. The cost to participate is $7 in advance, $10 same-day (and free for kids age 12 and under). Click here for more info.
Move to music and stay in shape at the Dancing with CAARE line dance session that will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 5:30–6:30pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and loose clothing. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
The next Old Time Jam Session will be held at LocoPops (2618 Hillsborough Rd) on Tuesday, March 3, 6:30–8pm, and acoustic musicians are welcome to join in. You can park along Trent Dr or in the Grey Stone Church parking lot. It’s free; call 919-286-3500 for more info.
Splat Space, Durham’s hackerspace, will hold its weekly Open Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 7–9pm, at 800 N Mangum St. Makers, hackers, and anyone interested in technology is welcome to learn about the membership organization and see the 3D printer, wood- and metalworking tools, etc. Enter through the Corporation St gate (if it’s closed, call 919-704-4250). Park in the lot and enter on the north side of the building.
The Tuesday Blues Jam starts at 7:30pm on March 3 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). Call 919-401-1979 or click here for more info.
Wednesday is Senior Game Day at the Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd), for folks age 55+. Play games like Rumnikub, Chess, Scrabble, and games that people (including you!) bring in on March 4, 1–3pm. It’s free; call 919-560-8590 for more info.
The weekly Community Yoga Class will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 6–7pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear comfortable clothes. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
The next Meeting of the Durham-Orange Genealogical Society will be held at the Duke Homestead State Historic Site (2828 Duke Homestead Rd) on Wednesday, March 4, 7–9pm. George Thomas will give a talk on Higher Education: What’s Land Got to Do with It?. Click here for more info.
Enjoy live music at Brett’s Open Mic (with the Usual Suspects) on Wednesday, March 4, 8–11pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Musicians and singers are invited to sit in. Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar.
High Strung Musical Instruments’ new Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam will be held at the store (1803 W Markham) on Wednesday, March 4, 8:30–10pm. Singers and acoustic instrumentalists can learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Men and women age 55+ are invited to join a Senior Aerobics session that will be held on Thursday, March 5, 10am–noon, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and loose clothing. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
Join fellow curiosity seekers at the next Larger Than Life Science forum, which will be hosted by LaunchBio at The Chesterfield (701 W Main St, on the atrium level) on Thursday, February 5, 4–7pm. This month’s theme will be Deal Us In: Science, Capital, + Leadership = Success--plus the following talks: 2020 Investment Perspectives: Insights from the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference (4:15–5pm), Show Us the Money! Non-Dilutive Funding for Life Science Startups (5:15–6pm), and Meet Xontogeny: Combining Science, Investment, and Expertise (6:15–7pm). Free admission; click here for more info and to save your space.
Take a Nasher Public Highlights Tour with a gallery guide and see—and learn about—the current exhibitions at the Nasher Museum of Art (2001 Campus Dr) on Thursday, March 5, 6–7pm. Free admission; call 919-684-5135 or click here for more info. Write to nashered@duke.edu to request a guided tour in Spanish or ASL (American Sign Language). These tours are for individuals and groups of up to 10.
Join a WOWW (Workout with Wendy) session on Thursday, March 5, 6:30–7:30pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and loose clothing. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, concertina, tenor banjo, or harp and learn Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes phrase by phrase at High Strung Musical Instruments’ Irish Learning Jam at the store (1803 W Markham) on Thursday, March 5, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
The next Sun Assembly English Country Dance session will be held on Thursday, March 5, 7:30–9:30pm, at The Reality Center (916 Lamond Ave). Live music on second and fourth Thursdays; gender-free calling. Be sure to take non-street shoes or dance in your socks. The admission fee is $7; call 919-683-9672 or click here for more info.
Tour a real roastery and sample different types of coffees at Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) on Friday, March 6, 10am. It’s free; click here for more info.
Move to music and stay in shape at the Dancing with CAARE line dance session that will be held on Friday, March 6, 5:30–6:30pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and loose clothing. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
Durham LGBT Game Night is Friday, March 6, 7:30–11:30pm, at the LGBTQ Center of Durham (114 Hunt St). Have fun playing board and card games in a smoke-, alcohol-, and drug-free environment. Free admission; call 919-827-1436 for more info.
The next District 3 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the Lyon Park Recreation Center (1309 Halley St) on Saturday, March 14, 10am. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. 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 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the IR Holmes Sr/Campus Hills Recreation Center (2000 S Alston Ave) on Saturday, March 14, 10am. 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.
Art Market Durham, featuring arts & crafts and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee on Saturday, March 7, 10am–1pm. Call 919-908-0031 or click here for more info.
People of all ages and skill levels are invited to join the Chess Club on Saturday, March 7, 2–5pm, at the North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd). The North Durham Chess Club is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation. It’s free; call 919-560-0231 or click here for more info.
Singer/songwriter Danny Smith will give a free concert of tunes influenced by blues, reggae, pop, calypso, and folk at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse (2700 N Roxboro Rd) Christian-music venue on Saturday, August 5, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website for more info.
Enjoy Durham talent during the Sounds of the Studio series at the Unscripted Hotel (202 N Corcoran St). The Wiley Brothers will feature a creative combination of hiphop and jazz funk on Saturday, March 7, 9pm–midnight. Free admission; call 984-329-9500 or click here for more info.
If you’ve always wanted to see the inside of Duke Chapel, you can join the Duke University Chapel Public Docent-Led Tour (401 Chapel Dr) on Sunday, March 8, 12:15–1pm. Everyone will meet on the front lawn, and you’ll get to see the beautiful Chapel interior (but not the tower, which isn’t accessible to the public). It’s free, plus you can park in the Duke Chapel parking lot (accessible from Science Dr). Call 919-681-9488 or write to dukechapel@duke.edu if you can’t make it and would like to schedule a tour.
March 9–15
Take a Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the DPAC (Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St) on Monday, March 9, 11–11:45am. You’ll get to see the stage from all different angles, take a walk across the Mildred & Dillard Teer Stage, see the backstage preparation area, and enjoy the view of downtown Durham from the BlueCross BlueShield Atrium lobby. It’s free; write to Jacob Holland at jholland@dpacnc.com to reserve your spot.
The next District 2 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the DPS Staff Development Center (2107 Hillandale Rd) on Monday, March 9, 6pm. Call the District 2 Substation (5285 N Roxboro Rd, Eno Square Shopping Center) at 919-560-4582 for more info.
The Jambalaya Soul Academy’s next Writing & Performance Workshop will be held at the Hayti Heritage Center (Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) on Monday, March 9, 6:30–8:30pm. Spoken-word artist Dasan Ahanu will be the facilitator. Free admission; click here for more info.
The topic of the next Periodic Tables science talk will be Pet Tabbies, Not Tigers at Motorco Music Hall (723 Rigsbee Ave) on Tuesday, March 10, 7–8pm. Learn about the Carolina Tiger Rescue, North Carolina’s only federally accredited wildcat sanctuary (which is in Pittsboro). Admission is $5; click here for more info.
Enjoy Durham talent during the Sounds of the Studio series at the Unscripted Hotel (202 N Corcoran St). Violinist Jennifer Curtis will be featured on Wednesday, March 11, 6–8pm. Free admission; call 984-329-9500 or click here for more info.
Singers and instrumentalists are invited to High Strung Musical Instruments’ Jazz Jam at the store (1803 W Markham) on Wednesday, March 11, 8:30–10pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Microphones are available for vocalists and a drum kit is also on site. Take your copy of The Real Book (6th edition), or you can buy one from High Strung. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Take a Nasher Public Highlights Tour with a gallery guide and see—and learn about—the current exhibitions at the Nasher Museum of Art (2001 Campus Dr) on Thursday, March 12, 6–7pm. Free admission; call 919-684-5135 or click here for more info. Write to nashered@duke.edu to request a guided tour in Spanish or ASL (American Sign Language). These tours are for individuals and groups of up to 10.
The next District 5 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at Golden Belt (City of Durham’s Neighborhood Improvement Services Office, 807 E Main St, Building 2, 3rd floor) on Thursday, March 12, 6pm. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. Contact Officer Steve Hall at 929-560-4404, x29250 or click here for more info.
Enjoy Durham talent during the Sounds of the Studio series at the Unscripted Hotel (202 N Corcoran St). Tim Smith and William Dawson will play happy jazz tunes from the 1920s–40s on Thursday, March 12, 6–8pm. Free admission; call 984-329-9500 or click here for more info.
Join a WOWW (Workout with Wendy) session on Thursday, March 12, 6:30–7:30pm, at Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). Be sure to wear sneakers and loose clothing. It’s free; call 919-683-5300 or click here for more info.
Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, concertina, tenor banjo, or harp and learn Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes phrase by phrase at High Strung Musical Instruments’ Irish Learning Jam at the store (1803 W Markham) on Thursday, March 12, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Movie Loft presents a screening of “The Spook Who Sat by the Door,” the 1970s classic (directed by Durhamite Ivan Dixon) that involves the CIA’s first black agent, at the Shadowbox (2200-D Dominion St, inside the Ample Storage complex) on Thursday, March 12, 7pm. By the way, the soundtrack is by Herbie Hancock. Free admission; donations will be appreciated and you can take your own snacks and beverages if you like. Click here for more info.
The monthly Downtown Run Club will start at 8:30am on Saturday, March 14 and will start and end at The Durham (Hotel) (315 E Chapel Hill St). The Bull City Running Co will host this 3.5-mile route, which will takes you past Durham landmarks like Major the Bull, Duke University, the historic Durham Athletic Park, the Durham Farmers’ Market, and more. It’s free; call 919-768-8830 or visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Art Market Durham, featuring arts & crafts and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee on Saturday, March 14, 10am–1pm. Call 919-908-0031 or click here for more info.
If you’ve always wanted to see the inside of Duke Chapel, you can join the Duke University Chapel Public Docent-Led Tour (401 Chapel Dr) on Sunday, March 15, 12:15–1pm. Everyone will meet on the front lawn, and you’ll get to see the beautiful Chapel interior (but not the tower, which isn’t accessible to the public). It’s free, plus you can park in the Duke Chapel parking lot (accessible from Science Dr). Call 919-681-9488 or write to dukechapel@duke.edu if you can’t make it and would like to schedule a tour.
March 16–22
The Coalition for Affordable Housing & Transit’s next monthly meeting will be held on Monday, March 16, noon–1pm, at First Presbyterian Church (305 E Main St). This month’s meeting will be a discussion of the future of Durham’ public transportation. Visit the Facebook page for more info.
High Strung Musical Instruments sponsors the Ukulele Learning Jam & Advancing Players Jam at the store (1803 W Markham Ave) on Monday, March 16, 7–9pm. The first half hour will be spent going over basic chords and strums, and the music will get more challenging as the jam progresses. It’s free; all levels are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
The ImBlackInTech Monthly Mixer will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 6–7:30pm, at the American Underground (201 W Main St, Suite 100). Technology enthusiasts and professionals are invited to network and to help expand the Triangle’s black tech startup ecosystem. Free admission; click here to RSVP.
Enjoy Durham talent during the Sounds of the Studio series at the Unscripted Hotel (202 N Corcoran St). Husband-and-wife duo Tim Smith and Eileen Regan will play Irish tunes for St Patrick’s Day on Tuesday, March 17, 6–8pm. Free admission; call 984-329-9500 or click here for more info.
The next Empowering Women Together monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 9:30–11:30am, at the First Flight Venture Center (2 Davis Dr). Meet women from the Research Triangle, Wilmington and Triad areas and share ideas. This month’s theme is Embracing Change. This is a free event; click here for more info and to save your space.
Enjoy Durham talent during the Sounds of the Studio series at the Unscripted Hotel (202 N Corcoran St). Singer/songwriter and multiinstrumentalist Rachel Kiel will be featured on Wednesday, March 18, 6–8pm. Free admission; call 984-329-9500 or click here for more info.
Triangle Comics’ next Drink & Draw will be held at Saladelia (4201 University Dr) on Wednesday, March 18, 7–9pm. Join people who love to draw and participate in fun exercises … or work on your own project while picking up on the creative vibe around you. It’s free; visit the Meetup page for more info.
The International Folk Dance Club will hold its next Social Dance at the Living Arts Collective (410 W Geer St) on Wednesday, March 18, 7–9:30pm. They’ll start with easy dances at 7pm and a half-hour of lessons at 8pm. You don’t necessarily have to take a partner. There’s a cost of $5; parking is tight and you might be able to find a space in the gravel lot behind the TROSA building at 312 W Geer St. Click here for more info.
Enjoy live music at Brett’s Open Mic (with the Usual Suspects) on Wednesday, March 18, 8–11pm, at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Musicians and singers are invited to sit in. Admission is $5; click here for more info and to see the event calendar.
High Strung Musical Instruments’ new Classic Country/Honky Tonk Jam will be held at the store (1803 W Markham) on Wednesday, March 18, 8:30–10pm. Singers and acoustic instrumentalists can learn how to play old blues, cowboy songs, mountain music, and tunes from the Grand Ole Opry. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Don’t Waste Durham will host a meeting, Reducing Waste in Durham Schools, on Thursday, March 19, 6–7pm, at their office (119 Orange St, Suite 303). The discussion will include replicating successful lunchroom composting programs in more Durham Public Schools, and experimenting with food-sharing tables. Come share your ideas on how to reduce waste. Visit the Facebook event page for more info and check out the website to learn more about Don’t Waste Durham’s programs.
Take a Nasher Public Highlights Tour with a gallery guide and see—and learn about—the current exhibitions at the Nasher Museum of Art (2001 Campus Dr) on Thursday, March 19, 6–7pm. Free admission; call 919-684-5135 or click here for more info. Write to nashered@duke.edu to request a guided tour in Spanish or ASL (American Sign Language). These tours are for individuals and groups of up to 10.
Take your fiddle, guitar, mandolin, flute, tinwhistle, concertina, tenor banjo, or harp and learn Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes phrase by phrase at High Strung Musical Instruments’ Irish Learning Jam at the store (1803 W Markham) on Thursday, March 19, 6:30–8pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
Tour a real roastery and sample different types of coffees at Counter Culture Coffee (812 Mallard Ave) on Friday, March 20, 10am. It’s free; click here for more info.
Surround yourself with art during Third Friday on March 20, 6–8pm (or until 9, 10, or 11, depending on the venue). Make the rounds of participating downtown (and nearby) venues, including the Durham Arts Council, Through This Lens, The Scrap Exchange, the artists at Golden Belt, etc. Click here for more info.
The next District 1 PAC (Partners Against Crime) meeting will be held at the Holton Career & Resource Center (410 N Driver St) on Saturday, March 21, 9:30–11:30am. Find out what’s going on in your neighborhood and learn about City/County services. Call the District 1 Substation (921 Holloway St, across from Longmeadow Park) at 919-560-4281 for more info.
If you’ve always wanted to see the inside of Duke Chapel, you can join the Duke University Chapel Public Docent-Led Tour (401 Chapel Dr) on Sunday, March 22, 12:15–1pm. Everyone will meet on the front lawn, and you’ll get to see the beautiful Chapel interior (but not the tower, which isn’t accessible to the public). It’s free, plus you can park in the Duke Chapel parking lot (accessible from Science Dr). Call 919-681-9488 or write to dukechapel@duke.edu if you can’t make it and would like to schedule a tour.
March 23–29
Singers and instrumentalists are invited to High Strung Musical Instruments’ Jazz Jam at the store (1803 W Markham) on Wednesday, March 25, 8:30–10pm. It’s free and “near-beginners” are welcome. Microphones are available for vocalists and a drum kit is also on site. Take your copy of The Real Book (6th edition), or you can buy one from High Strung. Call 919-286-3801 or click here for more info.
March 30–April 5
Durham LGBT Game Night is Friday, April 3, 7:30–11:30pm, at the LGBTQ Center of Durham (114 Hunt St). Have fun playing board and card games in a smoke-, alcohol-, and drug-free environment. Free admission; call 919-827-1436 for more info.
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