Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
David is a native of Lima, Peru and graduated from Peruvian National Arts College. This exhibit will highlight not only his work but those of his students. The exhibit will be on display Feb 11 – Apr 4. One student stated that “David has enabled me to find my way in paint.” A reception will... Read More →
Featured readers at the monthly Second Thursday Poetry Reading will be Earl Huband and David Manning. An open mic follows, at which poets may read one poem no more than a page long. An informal get-together at The Root Cellar next door begins at 6 p.m. 919-942-7373. www.flyleafbooks.com
This workshop is designed both for artists who are new to displaying their work and those who wish to refine their skills and learn new tips and techniques for more successful displays. Participants will leave with an understanding of the key considerations and steps in setting up and displaying their artwork. Your choice of one... Read More →
This workshop is designed both for artists who are new to displaying their work and those who wish to refine their skills and learn new tips and techniques for more successful displays. Participants will leave with an understanding of the key considerations and steps in setting up and displaying their artwork. Your choice of one... Read More →
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle will perform the North Carolina premiere of composer Steven Serpa’s tone poem for oboe and string orchestra, An Invocation, inspired by the poem of the same title from Hillsborough poet Jeffery Beam’s 2010 book Gospel Earth.
Celebrate Black History Month with a poetry reading featuring Ashley Harris, Fred Joiner, Caleb Torain, and Gideon Young. Ashley Harris is a former youth-slam competitor and the author of If the Hero of Time Was Black. Fred Joiner is a two-time winner of the Larry Neal Award for Poetry and a 2014 Artist Fellowship Winner... Read More →
Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration!!—The Year of the Pig The most important Chinese holiday is the Lunar New Year, which is known in China as Spring Festival, and in other Asian cultures as Lunar New Year. The festival ushers in the Lunar New Year and is the West’s Christmas and New Year’s Eve rolled into... Read More →
Writing for Longevity This workshop helps you discover how to manage stressful events and upheavals in your life through writing. The act of writing engages internal healing resources that affect mental and physical health. Expressive writing has the power to help reduce your heart rate and blood pressure, minimize stress, strengthen the immune system, and... Read More →
Senior Games is a year-round health promotion program for adults ages 50 +. Activities include: sports and games competitions/tournaments, social activities, and the SilverArts – including visual, heritage (wood working, basket weaving, ceramic glass and etc.), as well as local and state competitions. The 2019 Orange County Senior Games’ Athletic Events will be held Apr... Read More →
“Horse of a Different Color” features acrylic paintings by local artist Chrystal Hardt. Chrystal describes her work: “My horses represent energy, movement, beauty and fun. I work from inner space and let them dance, fly, run and jump as they will. They add an element of pure joy to my work.” Also available for viewing... Read More →
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