June 28–July 4
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, June 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on June 28, 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, June 28, 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 $5; 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, June 28, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, June 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.
Durham Central Park presents Story Time with Barnaby D Troll! on Tuesday, June 29, 10:30–11:30am, at the Durham Central Park playground (at The Leaf, 501 Foster St). Preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their families are invited to join Ms Kristen in listening to a favorite children’s story, singing a couple of songs, and then recreating the story through play on the ADA-accessible Mt Merrill playground. Adults and kids age 5 and up will need to wear face masks. This is a free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, June 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.
Find out how to become certified as a minority- or woman-owned business by attending an HUB* Certification Workshop on Tuesday, June 29, 3–4pm. Representatives from the Durham County Minority and Women Owned Business Program and representatives from the Minority Executive Education Institute will talk about certification programs for small businesses. Click here for more info and to get your free ticket to this online event.
* Historically Underutilized Businesses
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, June 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 June 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on June 29 at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, June 29, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
APlus Test Prep & Academic Services will host its Senior Express 2022: Get on Board for College! Parent Info Session on Tuesday, June 29, 7:30–8:30pm. Parents of ambitious, college-bound seniors are invited to visit the Facebook event page for more info and to get their free tickets for this online event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, June 30, 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 Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on June 30, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The Duke Health Humanities Lab, Neurohumanities Research Group, and Duke Institute for Brain Sciences will cohost a talk, Access as Aesthetic: Disability and Intersectionality in the Arts, on Wednesday, June 30, 1–2pm. Join the discussion on how to make the arts accessible to people with disabilities. Click here to register for this free Zoom event. Both American Sign Language interpretation and live-captioning will be provided.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on June 30 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, June 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, June 30, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Wednesday, June 30, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The Hayti Heritage Center (Fayetteville and Lakewood Sts) will celebrate Black Music Month with their Don’t Stop The Music series of musical events. Wednesday, June 30, 7–8:30pm will feature the Hayti House Party with Gemynii. This block party is also in celebration of the Hayti Heritage Center’s 130th anniversary. Click here for more info and to get your free ticket(s).
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, June 30, 7–10pm, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, July 1, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, July 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, July 1, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for attending this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
Don't Waste Durham’s next Reducing Waste in Durham Public Schools Meeting will be held on Thursday, July 1, 6:30–7:30pm. Share your ideas on ways to improve trash management, recycling, and composting in the schools. Click here to attend this Zoom meeting.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, July 1, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on July 2, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on July 2, 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.
Raise Up, the NC Poor People’s Campaign, and Carolina Jews for Justice are partnering to hold Fed Up: Political Food Distribution, a food giveaway, in the Lakewood Shopping Center (2000 Chapel Hill Rd) on Friday, July 2, 11am–1pm. 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 page for more info, and click here if you can help out as a volunteer or financial donor.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, July 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.
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, July 2, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Friday, July 2, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
Durham Central Park’s PLAYlist Concert Series will make its debut with jazz trumpeter Al Strong and his band in the park (501 Foster St) on Friday, July 2, 8–9:30pm. This free concert will be livestreamed by cosponsor WNCU on 90.7fm (the simulcast will start at 7pm). Click here for more info and to get your free ticket.
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If you’d like to buy fresh vegetables right on the farm right after harvest, stop by UCAN’s (Urban Community AgriNomics) Catawba Trail Farm (2080 Sawmill Creek Pkwy, off Old Oxford Hwy) on Saturday, July 3. They’ll have garlic, onions, squash, sweet mint, swish chard, kale, and cucumbers for sale. Call 919-599-1533 or visit the website for more info.
The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 3 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 3, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 3, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, July 3, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Preservation Durham, the Nasher Museum, and the Museum of Durham History are partnering to cosponsor the Durham Mural Bike Tour on Saturday, July 3, 10–11:30am. It’s free; click here to save your spot. The group will meet at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (Corcoran and Parrish Sts).
Hairizon (3119 Guess Rd) hosts the Year-Round Marketplace on Saturday, July 3, 10am–6pm, as up to three pop-up versions of local businesses are featured. Click here (or visit their Facebook page) to see which businesses will be featured this week, and write to popup@hairizonbeauty.com if you’d like to be considered.
The 42nd annual Festival for the Eno will return to West Point on the Eno Park (5101 N Roxboro Rd) on Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4, 10am–6pm. Enjoy a couple of days along the Eno River, with live music (40+ musical acts on four stages), snacks and drinks from the food trucks, and craft/art displays and vendors. Admission is $60 for both days, $16 for young people ages 5 to 17; $35 for a 1-day ticket, $10 for young people ages 5 to 17. Click here for tickets and to see the schedule and lineup for entertainment/vendors/food. Free parking is available one mile north of the park at Durham County Memorial Stadium (750 Stadium Dr; take the free shuttle bus to and from the park). Don’t park across the street at the mall; they’re very watchful and cars will be towed.
The LGBT Center of Raleigh will host the next Triangle Autism Discussion on Saturday, July 3, 4:30–6pm. Self- and professionally-diagnosed people with autism are welcome to attend, as well as individuals in and outside of the LGBTQ+ community. Click here to sign up and to attend this free Zoom event.
Singer/songwriter/multiinstrumentalist Mike Paris will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, July 3, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
Durham Parks and Recreation will host two July 4th Weekend Laser Light Shows in the Durham County Memorial Stadium parking lot (750 Stadium Dr). Enjoy the colorful light show from (or in front of) your vehicle on Saturday, July 3, 9–9:30pm and Sunday, July 4, 9–9:30pm. Don’t forget your lawn chair(s). This is a free event, but you must get a ticket online (one per vehicle). The gates will open at 8pm. You should still get a ticket (one per 6 people) if you plan to walk or bike in, or to arrive via the #4 or #9 GoDurham bus. Click here for more info and to get your ticket.
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The Children’s Independence Day Parade will be held on Sunday, July 4, 9:30–11am, in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St). Families are invited to decorate their kids’ bikes, tricycles, scooters, big wheels, wagons, and strollers while DJ Piddipat plays USA-themed music. At 10:30am, join the parade around the park to patriotic marches and enjoy an popsicle and tours of a City of Durham Fire Department truck afterwards. It’s free; click here for more info.
This second and final day of Festival for the Eno is Sunday, July 4, 10am–6pm, in West Point on the Eno Park (5101 N Roxboro Rd). Enjoy a couple of days along the Eno River, with live music (40+ musical acts on four stages), snacks and drinks from the food trucks, and craft/art displays and vendors. The 1-day ticket is $35, $10 for young people ages 5 to 17. Click here for tickets and to see the schedule and lineup for entertainment/vendors/food. Free parking is available one mile north of the park at Durham County Memorial Stadium (750 Stadium Dr; take the free shuttle bus to and from the park). Don’t park across the street at the mall; they’re very watchful and cars will be towed.
The Triangle Blues Society’s 1st Sunday Triangle Blues Jam will take place on July 4, noon–3pm, 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). Free admission; click here to view the calendar.
The TrappN the “LEGAL” Way Food Truck Rodeo will be held on Sunday, July 4, 5–9pm, at 2550 Hwy 15-501. The Lobster TrappN food truck will be joined by Amagee’s Jamaican, Monster Taco, How Bout Burger, Bull City Dawgs, Junie B’s Bake Shop, Tony’s Cake House, Funnel Bakes, and several vendors. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Durham Parks and Recreation and the Durham Bulls will cosponsor the Durham Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, July 4 after the game at the DBAP (409 Blackwell St). The gates at the end of the 7th inning for those who aren’t attending the game, and the fireworks should take place around 9:15pm. Durham Parks and Recreation and the Durham Bulls will host a special program and fireworks display at game’s end. Call 919-956-BULL (2855) for more info.
If you prefer to watch outside of the ballpark, try the grassy area behind Diamond View 3, Burt's Bees (outside of the North Deck), or the Tobacco Road Sports Café. Watching from the parking decks will not be allowed. July 5–11
A Frederick Douglass Community Reading will take place on Monday, July 5, 10–11am, at Historic Stagville (5828 Old Oxford Hwy). Audience members will be encouraged to listen to, and even participate in a reading of Frederick Douglass’s 1852 powerful Independence Day speech, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”
Here’s an excerpt: “The blessings in which you, this day, rejoice, are not enjoyed in common. The rich inheritance of justice, liberty, prosperity and independence, bequeathed by your fathers, is shared by you, not by me. The sunlight that brought light and healing to you, has brought stripes and death to me. This Fourth July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn. ...” Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info. Visitors are welcome to explore the grounds following the event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, July 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on July 5, 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, July 5, 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 $5; 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, July 5, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The next Durham City Council Regular (Virtual) Meeting will be held on Monday, July 5, 7–10pm. You can watch via the City’s YouTube channel, Twitter account, Facebook page, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV (via the free Boxcast app), Spectrum channel 8, Google Fiber channel 8, Frontier channel 70, and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in Durham.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, July 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.
Durham Central Park presents Story Time with Barnaby D Troll! on Tuesday, July 6, 10:30–11:30am, at the Durham Central Park playground (at The Leaf, 501 Foster St). Preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their families are invited to join Ms Kristen in listening to a favorite children’s story, singing a couple of songs, and then recreating the story through play on the ADA-accessible Mt Merrill playground. Adults and kids age 5 and up will need to wear face masks. This is a free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, July 6 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, July 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.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on July 6, 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on July 6 at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, July 6, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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 July 6, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, July 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 Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on July 7, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The NC Capital Area MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization) will present information about the proposed regional 17-mile biking/walking path connecting Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill at BoxyardRTP (900 Park Offices Dr) on Wednesday, July 7, 11am–1:30pm. Click here to learn more about the study and to fill out the survey to help shape the plan.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on July 7 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, July 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, July 7, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Wednesday, July 7, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The next Meeting of the Durham-Orange Genealogical Society will be held at 400 Jones Ferry Rd, in Carrboro, on Wednesday, July 7, 7–9pm. Diane L Richard will give a talk, Stroll Through Ledgers and Explore Ancestors’ Everyday Lives. Everyone’s invited to the live event, and members can choose to attend via Zoom (members have already received the email). Click here for more info.
The Brazilian drum ensemble, Batalá Durham, will be rehearsing in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Wednesday, July 7, 7–9pm, and anyone can sit and enjoy the music. Click here to learn more about Batalá Durham.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, July 7, 7–10pm, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, July 8, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, July 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, July 8, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
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 Planning Meeting on Thursday, July 8, 6–7pm, about making some for local shoppers. Click here to attend this Zoom meeting.
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam will be held at The House restaurant (4310 S Miami Blvd) on Thursday, July 8, 6:30–10pm. Amps and drums will be shared; musicians just need to take their own instruments. Dancing will be encouraged; free admission. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, July 8, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on July 9, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on July 9, 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, July 9, 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.
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, July 9, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
ATC Festivals will host THE BACKSTAGE: A Call and Information Session for Emerging Creatives at The Fruit (305 S Dillard St) on Friday, July 9, 6–8pm. Artists, actors, storytellers, fashion designers, models, musical artists/bands, comedians, poets, DJs, etc who want to participate in future special events are invited to attend this meeting and get the information they need. Click here to get your free ticket for this in-person event.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Friday, July 9, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
Last month, The Fruit (305 S Dillard St) and its partner ATC Festivals hosted an exhibition and sale of visual art by black artists, some well-known and some emerging as part of its Juneteenth celebration. On Friday, July 9, 7pm–midnight, they’ll host their Closing Party: Juneteenth Jubilee Art Show & Sale, featuring fashion, dance, film, paintings, sculpture, and live performances. Free admission; food trucks will be there and DJ Cozart will spin music for the end-of-the-night Blue Light Basement Party. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
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The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 10 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, June 12, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 10, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, July 10, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Preservation Durham will host its Tobacco History Walking Tour on 10am on Saturday, July 10, 10–11:30am, and learn about Durham’s place in the history of the tobacco industry. It’s free; click here for more info and to register (only 10 people will be allowed per tour). The group will meet at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (Corcoran and Parrish Sts).
Jewels Outreach will host Jewels Feeding Friends, a food giveaway, on Saturday, July 10, 10am–noon, at the Kipp Charter School (1107 Holloway St). Please wear a mask and then pop open the trunk of your vehicle for the volunteers who will place a box of fresh fruits and vegetables inside.
Hairizon (3119 Guess Rd) hosts the Year-Round Marketplace on Saturday, July 10, 10am–6pm, as up to three pop-up versions of local businesses are featured. Click here (or visit their Facebook page) to see which businesses will be featured this week, and write to popup@hairizonbeauty.com if you’d like to be considered.
White Rock Baptist Church (3400 Fayetteville St) will have their monthly Community Food Distribution on Saturday, July 10, 11am–1pm. Drive up on the Fisher Development side of the church. Click here for more info
Mike D’s BBQ Supply & General Store (306 S Driver St) will host a BBQ Pop Up on Saturday, July 10, 11am–5pm. Top pitmasters from Smith’s Smokehouse will be on site selling delicacies from its soulful menu while Mike D will cut the prices of BBQ supplies inside. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Downtown Durham Inc invites everyone to come out for The Streetery on Saturday, July 10, 1–9pm, in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St). Relax and enjoy the live entertainment--multiinstrumentalist David D’Angelo from 1 to 3pm, multiinstrumentalist Alex Weiss from 3:30 to 5:30pm, and singer/guitarist Laura from 6 to 8pm. Be sure to visit the downtown shops, galleries, and eateries while they’re open. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
ICNA Relief and Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman are cosponsoring a drive-through Neighborhood Food Pantry Giveaway in the parking lot of the 3034 Fayetteville St masjid on Saturday, July 10,, 2–4pm. Click here to view the events at both locations (the Parkwood masjid is at 5122 Revere Rd).
The Bull City Roundup and Suite Four will cohost the next Food Truck Rodeo & Vendor Market on Saturday, July 10, 2–10pm, at 506 E Ramseur St. Enjoy live music, good food and shopping with local vendors and craftspersons. Free admission; click here to get your free ticket. If you’d like to participate as a vendor for a future event, write to TheBullCityRoundup@gmail.com.
Durham County Library will host an all-ages Bilingual Beginner Sign Language Class on Saturday, July 10, 4–5:30pm. Ms Devlin from Hope Valley Elementary School will lead the class with Spanish translation help from Monica, the Durham County Library Hispanic Services coordinator. Send a text to 919-937-7528 (in English or Spanish) to get the Zoom link for this free event.
Singer/songwriter Tokyo Rosenthal will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, July 10, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
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The Black Farmers Market NC will host the Black Farmers Market at 930 Franklin St, on the Golden Belt campus, on Sunday, July 11, 1:30–4pm. Buy fresh produce and support Southern black farmers; visit the Facebook page for more info.
The Durham Really Really Free Market is back and will take place in the Lyon Park Playground (1200 W Lakewood Ave) on Sunday, July 11, 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. (The Durham Really Really Free Market is usually held on the first Sunday, but it was moved up a week this month due to the Independence Day holiday.)
July 12–18
Wester Auction & Realty will hold another round of Northgate Mall Online Auctions on Monday, July 12, 6pm. Items from several stores, including mannequins, displays, furniture, and store façades, will be sold to the highest bidders. You can get an onsite preview earlier that day from 10am to 2pm. Click here for more info and to put in your bid(s) online. Northgate Mall is located at 1058 W Club Blvd.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, July 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on July 12,, 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, July 12, 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 $5; click here for more info and to sign up and participate.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, July 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.
Durham Central Park presents Story Time with Barnaby D Troll! on Tuesday, July 13, 10:30–11:30am, at the Durham Central Park playground (at The Leaf, 501 Foster St). Preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their families are invited to join Ms Kristen in listening to a favorite children’s story, singing a couple of songs, and then recreating the story through play on the ADA-accessible Mt Merrill playground. Adults and kids age 5 and up will need to wear face masks. This is a free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, July 13, 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, July 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.
Discover Durham and the American Tobacco Campus are cohosting a Durham Food and Beverage Job Fair on Tuesday, July 13, 3–7pm, at (324 Blackwell St, #700 (Bay 7), across from the Durham Bulls Athletic Park). You’ll be able to park for free, and limited childcare will be available for little ones ages 3 and up. You’ll be able to meet employers from 30+ businesses (including Angus Barn, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Saladelia, Mad Hatter’s, Beyú, and the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club) and apply for full- and part-time jobs (such as servers, bartenders, cooks, dishwashers, and managers). Many positions are entry-level (no experience needed) and most positions will pay $15 an hour or higher, while some will pay $13. Click here for more info in English, and click here for Spanish.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on July 13, 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on July 13 at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, July 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.
The Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on July 14, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on July 14 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, July 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, July 14, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
The Brazilian drum ensemble, Batalá Durham, will be rehearsing in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Wednesday, July 14, 7–9pm, and anyone can sit and enjoy the music. Click here to learn more about Batalá Durham.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, July 14, 7–10pm, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, July 15, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, July 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, July 15, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam will be held at The House restaurant (4310 S Miami Blvd) on Thursday, July 15, 6:30–10pm. Amps and drums will be shared; musicians just need to take their own instruments. Dancing will be encouraged; free admission. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
The Durham Police Department will hold an Online Chat, on Thursday, July 15, 7pm, where Spanish-speakers will be informed about Victim Services and will learn how to get help. This talk will be held on Facebook Live; call Mari Lu Solís Guzmán at 919-808-4464. LaTasha Bambury and Officer Ávila will lead the discussion in Spanish.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, July 15, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on July 16, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on July 16, 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.
Raise Up, the NC Poor People’s Campaign, and Carolina Jews for Justice are partnering to hold Fed Up: Political Food Distribution, a food giveaway, in the Lakewood Shopping Center (2000 Chapel Hill Rd) on Friday, June 18, 11am–1pm. 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 page for more info, and click here if you can help out as a volunteer or financial donor.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, July 16, 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 Third Friday event, The Mix at Durham Station, is back with DJ Piddipat at the downtown bus terminal (515 W Pettigrew St) on July 16, 3:30–6:30pm. Enjoy cool tunes and feel free to dance while observing proper social distancing. This music series is made possible by a partnership of Downtown Durham Inc and GoDurham. (DJ Piddipat is patricia A murray, publisher of the Durham Skywriter; write to durhamskywriter@gmail.com for more info.)
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, July 16, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Trippers & Askers’ free album release show, featuring opening acts Joyero and Small Sur, will be held on Friday, July 16, 7pm, at Shadowbox Studio (2200-D Dominion St, inside the Ample Storage complex). If you’re unfamiliar with Trippers & Askers, click here to check out the serene, folksy jazz tune, “Pulsing Place,” from their new album, Acorn. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Durham Parks and Recreation’s drive-in movie series, Reels on Wheels, will feature a free screening of The Croods: A New Age (PG-13) on Friday, July 16, 9–11pm, at Durham County Stadium (750 Stadium Dr). Watch the movie on a giant screen from the safety of your vehicle. The gates will open at 8pm and they’ll be arranged, parking-wise, in such a way that will allow everyone to get a good view of the screen. Your FM car radio will provide the sound. You can take your own snacks and nonalcoholic beverages, and food trucks will also be on site. Please wear a face mask when shopping with the food trucks or while walking to the public restrooms. Click here to reserve your free ticket (one per vehicle).
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The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 17 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 17, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 17, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, July 17, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Preservation Durham will host its Civil Rights History Walking Tour on Saturday, July 17, 10–11:30am, and learn about Durham’s place in the history of civil rights and African-American empowerment. It’s free; click here for more info and to register (only 10 people will be allowed per tour). The group will meet at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (Corcoran and Parrish Sts).
The Triangle Orchid Society ’s next meeting will be held at Sarah P Duke Gardens’ Doris Duke Center (426 Anderson St) on Saturday, July 17, 10–11:30am. Certain streets are closed for road construction projects; click here and scroll down to “Campus Drive Repaving” for directions on how to get to the Gardens.
Hairizon (3119 Guess Rd) hosts the Year-Round Marketplace on Saturday, July 17, 10am–6pm, as up to three pop-up versions of local businesses are featured. Click here (or visit their Facebook page) to see which businesses will be featured this week, and write to popup@hairizonbeauty.com if you’d like to be considered.
Legette Enterprises will host Family & Friends Day on Saturday, July 17, 11am–4pm, at Greater Harvest Pentecostal Holy Bible Church of God (210 Gray Ave). Enjoy live performances, food, and business networking at this fundraiser. Moneys raised will go toward renovation expenses and the church’s Preparatory Academy. Free admission.
The Book Harvest will celebrate their 10th anniversary with a big Block Party on Saturday, July 17, 1–4pm, in Diamond View Park (part of the American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell St). (The Book Harvest gives away books from their 2501 University Dr location; learn more on the Word page.) Enjoy the live performances and presentations at this free outdoor event. Here’s the schedule:
They’ll also have a drive-thru Grab-and-Go, where you can pick up a free bag of books for your kids. The Durham County Department of Public Health will have a popup COVID-19 vaccination clinic (no appointment needed). Also, the first 800 attendees will receive a free LocoPop. Free parking is available in the American Tobacco Campus’s North Deck (305 W Pettigrew St); click here for more info.
Folk-bluegrass group Up Cane Creek will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, July 17, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
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July 19–25
The Coalition for Affordable Housing & Transit’s next monthly meeting will be held on Monday, July 19, noon–1pm. Click here for more info and to attend this Zoom meeting.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, July 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on July 19, 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, July 19, 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 $5; 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, July 19, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, July 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.
Durham Central Park presents Story Time with Barnaby D Troll! on Tuesday, July 20, 10:30–11:30am, at the Durham Central Park playground (at The Leaf, 501 Foster St). Preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their families are invited to join Ms Kristen in listening to a favorite children’s story, singing a couple of songs, and then recreating the story through play on the ADA-accessible Mt Merrill playground. Adults and kids age 5 and up will need to wear face masks. This is a free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, July 20 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.
At long last! It has been announced that Durham County’s Main Library (300 N Roxboro St)will have its Grand Opening on Tuesday, July 20, 2pm. Explore by way of self-guided tours and see all of the new features and the beautiful layout. Don’t forget your facemask (they’ll also be checking your temperature before you enter the building).
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Tuesday, July 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.
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will host Virtual Trivia Tuesday on July 20, 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on July 20 at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, July 20, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, July 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 Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on July 21, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on July 21 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, July 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, July 21, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
Don't Waste Durham’s next Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 6:30–7:30pm. Share your ideas about reducing consumer waste through recycling and reuse. Click here to register for this Zoom meeting.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Wednesday, July 21, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The Brazilian drum ensemble, Batalá Durham, will be rehearsing in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Wednesday, July 21, 7–9pm, and anyone can sit and enjoy the music. Click here to learn more about Batalá Durham.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, July 21, 7–10pm, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, July 22, 9:30–11am and 2–3:30pm. These one-year vaccinations for pets 4 months and older only cost $10 (cash, exact change). Dogs must be on leashes 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, July 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, July 22, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam will be held at The House restaurant (4310 S Miami Blvd) on Thursday, July 22, 6:30–10pm. Amps and drums will be shared; musicians just need to take their own instruments. Dancing will be encouraged; free admission. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, July 22, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on July 23, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on July 23, 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 Herb Train/Legese Autographing Signing Meet & Greet will be held on Friday, 3–4:30pm, at the Pure Soul restaurant (4125 Hwy 15-501). Meet Cayenne the Lion King, star and director of North Carolina’s first urban movie, The Herb Train, and Stakelem Records recording artist Legese. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, July 23, 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.
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, July 23, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Friday, July 23, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 24 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 24, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 24, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, July 24, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Preservation Durham will host its Architecture and the Urban Landscape Walking Tour on Saturday, July 24, 10–11:30am, and learn about some of Durham’s pioneer entrepreneurs and the history of some of downtown’s iconic buildings. It’s free; click here for more info and to register (only 10 people will be allowed per tour). The group will meet at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (Corcoran and Parrish Sts).
Hairizon (3119 Guess Rd) hosts the Year-Round Marketplace on Saturday, July 24, 10am–6pm, as up to three pop-up versions of local businesses are featured. Click here (or visit their Facebook page) to see which businesses will be featured this week, and write to popup@hairizonbeauty.com if you’d like to be considered.
Slice 325 will have a Saturday Garden Work Day on July 24, 11am–3pm, in the space behind Healing with CAARE (214 Broadway St). (Slice 325 is a culinary education nonprofit.) Anyone who’d like to help create a community garden is welcome; feel free to bring any tools you might have, plus work gloves. Snacks and beverages will be provided, and violinist David Scott Binanay will play beautiful music at noon.
Downtown Durham Inc invites everyone to come out for The Streetery on Saturday, July 24, noon–9pm, on Main and Parrish Sts. Relax and enjoy the music of Alex Weiss & Different Drum and Allie Capo, visit the Cabinet of Wishes, and participate in the yoga/Mindfulness Movement session with Raven Gibbs and DJ Piddipat from 2 to 3pm. Be sure to visit the downtown shops, galleries, and eateries while they’re open.
Durham Parks and Recreation’s Rock the Park concert series features neo-soul, R&B, and classic soul by Epitome on Saturday, July 24, 6–8pm, in the Riverside High school parking lot (3218 Rose of Sharon Rd). Don’t forget your blanket and/or lawn chair (and maybe $$$ for the food trucks). Free admission; registration is no longer necessary, and masks will be needed when standing in line and making purchases from the food trucks.
Americana/bluegrass group String Beings will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, July 24, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
Durham Parks and Recreation’s Full Moon Fever Bike Ride will take place on Saturday, July 24, starting at Mellow Mushroom (410 Blackwell St). Group 1 will head out on the American Tobacco Trail at 7:30pm to meet up with group 2 in front of Bean Traders (105 W NC Hwy 54) at 8:30pm. Everybody will ride down to the New Hope Church Road Trailhead, and will then turn around and head back. You can choose which group to ride with depending on your stamina (group 1 will ride 32 miles and group 2 will ride 16). Helmets and lights are required; take your mask just in case riders end up being within 6 feet of each other. You’ll probably be out until at least 10:30pm. If it rains, the ride will be canceled. No signup is necessary for participating in this free event; click here for more info.
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The MAKRS Society will host its monthly MAKRS Pop-Up Market in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Sunday, July 25, 11am–3pm. Thirty+ local artists and makers will be displaying and selling their work, and food trucks will be there as well. The tents will be set 6 feet apart and will have hand sanitizer available; please wear a face mask. Click here and fill out a form if you’d like to participate in a future pop-up. If you’re accepted, you’ll be asked to pay a $60 fee. MLMs and direct sales (where you have bought other people’s products to sell) are not allowed.
Bike Durham will host a Durham TWIG Group Bike Ride on Sunday, July 25, 6pm. TWIG stands for trans, women, intersex, and gender nonconforming, and this ride, led by Christy LaGuardia, is designed to create a safe space for creating comfortable spaces for people who don’t always feel otherwise welcomed. Everyone will meet at the Major the Bull statue in CCB Plaza (at Corcoran, Chapel Hill, and Parrish Sts). Helmets and bike lights are encouraged, and this 8-mile ride will travel at a beginner-level pace on mostly flat roads. There will be a couple of rest stops along the way. Click here to see the route for this free bike ride.
July 26–August 1
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, July 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on July 26, 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, July 26, 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 $5; click he re for more info and to sign up and participate.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Monday, July 26, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, July 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.
Durham Central Park presents Story Time with Barnaby D Troll! on Tuesday, July 27, 10:30–11:30am, at the Durham Central Park playground (at The Leaf, 501 Foster St). Preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their families are invited to join Ms Kristen in listening to a favorite children’s story, singing a couple of songs, and then recreating the story through play on the ADA-accessible Mt Merrill playground. Adults and kids age 5 and up will need to wear face masks. This is a free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, July 27 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, July 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on July 27 at the Blue Note Grill (709 Washington St). Don’t worry about your amp—just take your instrument (or just drumsticks if you’re a drummer), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, July 27, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, July 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 Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on July 28, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on July 28 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, July 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, July 28, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Wednesday, July 28, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The Brazilian drum ensemble, Batalá Durham, will be rehearsing in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Wednesday, July 28, 7–9pm, and anyone can sit and enjoy the music. Click here to learn more about Batalá Durham.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, July 28, 7–10pm, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, July 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 Liberation Station will host Storytime on the Roof at the Durham Hotel (315 E Chapel Hill St) on Thursday, July 29, 10:30am. Victoria Scott-Miller from the Liberation Station Bookstore will read to a small group (the first 30 parents/grans and their young children will sign up). Click here for more info and to register for this free event.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, July 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, July 29, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam will be held at The House restaurant (4310 S Miami Blvd) on Thursday, July 29, 6:30–10pm. Amps and drums will be shared; musicians just need to take their own instruments. Dancing will be encouraged; free admission. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, July 29, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on July 30, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on July 30, 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.
Raise Up, the NC Poor People’s Campaign, and Carolina Jews for Justice are partnering to hold Fed Up: Political Food Distribution, a food giveaway, in the Lakewood Shopping Center (2000 Chapel Hill Rd) on Friday, July 2, 11am–1pm. 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 page for more info, and click here if you can help out as a volunteer or financial donor.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, July 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.
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, July 30, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Friday, July 30, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 31 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, July 31, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, July 31, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, July 31, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Believers United for Progress will host its Community FunFest Extravaganza behind and around the WD Hill Recreation Center (1308 Fayetteville St) on Saturday, July 31, 10am–4pm. Enjoy live entertainment, including music by DJ Piddipat, free food boxes, games for the kids, community outreach tables (info from local nonprofit and community groups) … and if you take your own roller skates, you can skate for free in the rink. UNC Health will be there to give free COVID-19 vaccinations. This free event is made possible in partnership with STRATA Clean Energy, the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, Masjid Muhammed, and the Durham County Sheriff’s Office. For more info and/or if you’d like to ask about entertainment opportunities, call Bro Kasib at 919-381-8519 or humanity1@bufp.org.
Hairizon (3119 Guess Rd) hosts the Year-Round Marketplace on Saturday, July 31, 10am–6pm, as up to three pop-up versions of local businesses are featured. Click here (or visit their Facebook page) to see which businesses will be featured this week, and write to popup@hairizonbeauty.com if you’d like to be considered.
Folksy multiinstrumentalists The Parsons will give a free concert at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, July 31, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
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The Durham Really Really Free Market is back and will take place in the Lyon Park Playground (1200 W Lakewood Ave) on Sunday, August 1, 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.
August 2–8
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Monday, August 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.
Legal Aid NC will host HOME (Housing on Monday Evening) on August 2, 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, August 2, 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 $5; 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, August 2, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The next Durham City Council Regular (Virtual) Meeting will be held on Monday, August 2, 7–10pm. You can watch via the City’s YouTube channel, Twitter account, Facebook page, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV (via the free Boxcast app), Spectrum channel 8, Google Fiber channel 8, Frontier channel 70, and AT&T U-verse channel 99 in Durham.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, August 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will host a Grocery Giveaway on Tuesday, August 3 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, August 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.
The Tuesday Blues Jam will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm on August 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), and if you’re a singer, feel free to provide your own mic. Wear your mask at all times while performing; the tables will be set further apart for social distancing. Free admission; if you plan to perform, you can sign up a half-hour before showtime up to 8pm.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Tuesday, August 3, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, August 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 Durham County Library will host Wacky Wednesday on July 7, 1030–11am. Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and follow the family activities, crafts, stories, and more.
The Wednesday Durham Farmers Market will be held in the Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) on August 4 from 3 to 6pm. You can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and some items that aren’t available at the Saturday market. 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!) Free parking is available above the park in the Measurement Incorporated parking lot on Morris St, and also in the Historic Durham Bulls Athletic Park parking lot around the corner on Corporate St. Click here for the latest info.
The New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Wednesday, August 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.
King’s Park International Church (1305 Odyssey Dr) will host its Food Pantry & Clothing Closet on Wednesday, August 4, 5–6pm. The House of Mercy Food Pantry and Clothing Closet will give away fresh, frozen, and canned foods and gently used clothing to individuals and families in need. Click here for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Wednesday, August 4, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
The Brazilian drum ensemble, Batalá Durham, will be rehearsing in Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) on Wednesday, August 4, 7–9pm, and anyone can sit and enjoy the music. Click here to learn more about Batalá Durham.
Enjoy live music during Brett’s Open Mic on Wednesday, August 4, 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.
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The Durham County Sheriff's Office, Animal Services Division (3005 Glenn Rd) will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, August 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Thursday, August 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.
NC Raise Up will hold an online Mass Meeting on Thursday, August 5, 6–7pm, for low-wage and essential workers interested in working together with community activists and organizers to protect their rights amid the coronavirus pandemic. If you have never attended a Raise Up meeting, please send an email to ncraiseupinfo@gmail.com and introduce yourself. Click here to register for this Zoom event. (These are also the folks who are fighting for the $15/hour minimum wage.)
Don't Waste Durham’s next Reducing Waste in Durham Public Schools Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 5, 6:30–7:30pm. Share your ideas on ways to improve trash management, recycling, and composting in the schools. Click here to attend this Zoom meeting.
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam will be held at The House restaurant (4310 S Miami Blvd) on Thursday, August 5, 6:30–10pm. Amps and drums will be shared; musicians just need to take their own instruments. Dancing will be encouraged; free admission. Visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Thursday, August 5, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
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The Salvation Army of Durham (909 Liberty St) has Free Food Friday on August 6, where people in need can receive help from 10:30 to 11:30am, while supplies last. You can get some canned goods, meats, drinks, snacks, hygiene items, and even pet food. Be sure to take a current photo ID; they advise that you take a strong bag as well. Click here if you can volunteer from 8am to 2pm; call 919-688-7306 for more info.
Legal Aid of North Carolina will host Free Forum Friday on August 6, 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 New Visions of Africa Restaurant (1306 Fayetteville St) will distribute Free Snacks and Meals to people in need on Friday, August 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.
Singer-guitarist Stephen Muñoz will lead LOJO: Log Off, Jam On on Friday, August 6, 5–7pm, at Boxyard RTP (900 Park Offices Dr). This new open-air space is a good setting for musicians to participate in this jam session in front of an appreciative audience. Musicians can simply join in or click here to fill out a form. Free admission; visit the Facebook event page for more info.
Marvis Fun will hold an online Stay Well Virtual Line Dance Class on Friday, August 6, 7–8pm. Have fun learning steps to the latest line dances (to timeless oldies and current hits). Click here to join this free Zoom event.
Durham Parks and Recreation’s drive-in movie series, Reels on Wheels, will feature a free screening of Mrs Doubtfire (PG-13) on Friday, August 6, 9–11pm, at Durham County Stadium (750 Stadium Dr). Watch the movie on a giant screen from the safety of your vehicle. The gates will open at 8pm and they’ll be arranged, parking-wise, in such a way that will allow everyone to get a good view of the screen. Your FM car radio will provide the sound. You can take your own snacks and nonalcoholic beverages, and food trucks will also be on site. Please wear a face mask when shopping with the food trucks or while walking to the public restrooms. Click here to reserve your free ticket (one per vehicle).
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The Durham Central Park pavilion (502 Foster St) is the home of the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, August 7 from 8am to noon. You can buy greens, fruits, vegetables, herbs, honeys, free-range meats, eggs, cheeses, home-baked pastries, home-crafted soaps, preserves, starter plants, and more. Some vendors accept 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 Craft Market shares Durham Central Park (501 Foster St) with the Durham Farmers Market on Saturday, August 7, 8am–noon. Artists will have their works—jewelry, photos, wood crafts, paintings, whimsical pieces, etc—on display (and for sale). Click here to learn more about the artists and their work.
The South Durham Farmers Market will be in operation from 8am to noon on Saturday, August 7, 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 Art Market, featuring crafts vendors and food trucks, will take place on Hunt St between Foster and Rigsbee Sts (across the street from the Durham Farmers Market) on Saturday, August 7, 9am–1pm. Click here to connect with Cecy’s Gallery for more info.
Preservation Durham, the Nasher Museum, and the Museum of Durham History are partnering to cosponsor the Durham Mural Bike Tour on Saturday, August 7, 10–11:30am. It’s free; click here to save your spot. The group will meet at Major the Bull in CCB Plaza (Corcoran and Parrish Sts).
Elizabeth June will give a free concert of hymns and spirituals at the Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse Christian-music venue (2700 N Roxboro Rd, in St Paul United Methodist Church) on Saturday, August 7, 7:30pm. Donations will be accepted; call 919-220-2458 or visit the website to see the full calendar.
The Animal Protection Society of Durham will present Behavior Live! on Wednesday, August 11, noon–12:30pm. APS’s behavior manager, Julie, will will offer a mix of tips and tricks on understanding your pet’s behavior/antics, training advice and demonstrations, and will teach you how to add enrichment activities to improve your pet’s life. Watch this free session on the APS of Durham’s Facebook page.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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