Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
Rainbow Story Time is an opportunity for all families (allies - we encourage you to join us!) to come together to enjoy diverse children's books and participate in activities and crafts that support the celebration of Pride month! This event is free and will be held in Kidzu's garden. Join us in the museum or... Read More →
Description: Have you always wanted to tell your life story, but been unsure where to start? Join Arshia Simkin of the Redbud Writing Project for five drop-in memoir writing sessions. During each session, we’ll review a craft topic of memoir, including where to get inspiration, dialogue, writing compelling characters, structure, and more! In addition, we’ll... Read More →
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils is pleased to announce that the Town of Carrboro will hold its 10th Annual Community Reading of the Frederick Douglass essay "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The reading will occur from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Carrboro Century... Read More →
Join us for Mandarin Storytime with Wei Song! Read, sing, and play! Come learn about Chinese culture and language. This program is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Stories will be told in both Mandarin Chinese and English. Wei grew up in Beijing China and has a master’s degree in Chinese medicine. She was a pharmacist... Read More →
OCCRC, Carolina Public Humanities, and the Chapel Hill Public Library will host NCSU English Professor Dr. Jason Miller to discuss Langston Hughes’ most famous anti-lynching poem, which he debuted in Chapel Hill during his 1931 visit to Orange County. His appearance was so controversial that police were stationed outside the door of his public reading.... Read More →
Come to the gallery to celebrate member artist Shelly Hehenberger’s newest book, Found Objects: an artist’s life. This illustrated version of her memoir is now available at the gallery. Coffee and mini croissants will be served.
Join us for a reading by Allison Hedge Coke, 2023 Thomas Wolfe Prize Recipient, on Tuesday, October 3 at 7:30 at Moeser Auditorium in Hill Hall on UNC-Chapel Hill campus. The reading is free and open to the public. For the whole of her astonishing literary career, memoirist, poet, and activist Allison Adelle Hedge Coke... Read More →
Join us for an enchanting event at the gallery with the Poetry Fox, where creativity and verse intertwine in a unique artistic experience. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the magic of poetry and art! Holiday treats too! Co-hosted by our friend and realtor Shenandoah Nieuwsma. https://www.shenrealestate.com/ shen@shenrealestate.com
Join us for a fun and interactive drum lesson at the first-ever Kids Kwanzaa event in Hillsborough! Learn about the rich African culture and the significance of Kwanzaa while having a blast with drums. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basics of drumming, teaching you different rhythms and techniques. This in-person event is... Read More →
Sun, Feb. 18, 2024 2:00 pm Carrboro Town Commons Provided by The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) in partnership with Orange County Community Remembrance Coalition (OCCRC) KEYNOTE SPEAKER Dr. Reginald Hildebrand Former co-chair of the NC Freedom Park Board of Directors and a trustee of the NC Humanities Council. • Member of the NC African American... Read More →
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