Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
The owners and artists of Mike’s Art Truck are happy to return to the Orange County Main Public Library in Hillsborough with a new collection of self-taught art featuring work by three popular folk artists: Ruby C. Williams, Michael Banks, and Sam Ezell. Roadside paintings by Ruby C. Williams like those in the exhibit once... Read More →
AN UNEXPECTED BRIDGE BETWEEN SORROW AND HOPE In the whimsically theatrical world of Jump, lights flicker, hearts heal, and you never know what surprises might literally fall from the sky. Discover the magic of hope in the midst of grief and the promise of human connection as two strangers find solace on a bridge.
We will be learning about and practicing the art of acrylic pour painting. This class will cover paint mixing, pouring additives, making “cells,” pouring techniques, using leftover paints, and varnishing. All materials included in the cost of the class. Choose from an 8x10 canvas, an 8 inch cherry trivet, a 10 inch wood round, or... Read More →
Featured readers at the monthly Second Thursday Poetry Reading will be Joan Barasovska and Adrian Rice. An open mic follows, at which poets may read one poem no more than a page long. A reception to celebrate the release of Joan Barasovska’s Birthing Age begins at 6:15 pm. 919-942-7373. www.flyleafbooks.com
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. A reception to celebrate the release of Earl Huband's The Innocence of Education will begin at 6:30 pm 919-942-7373. www.flyleafbooks.com
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Take more professional photographs by learning how to use your digital camera. Learn to use your camera on manual, and settings on your icon mode dial. Stop motion, blurred motion, perspective, composition and other situations will be discussed and used for assignments. Joan Cecil, has taught photography for 14 years at Alamance Community... Read More →
Ready to sing out two 70's epics? Power pop and power melodies. Join us to make an epic chorus! Do you like to sing? Have you thought about joining a chorus but are too busy to commit? Do you sing in the shower, in your car, or along to the radio? If you answered "yes"... Read More →
Color and Light FEATURING PEG BACHENHEIMER, SASHA BAKARIC, SUSAN FILLEY & SUDIE RAKUSIN SHOW WILL RUN FROM FEBRUARY 5TH-APRIL 6TH Beginning on February 5th we will be showcasing the work of four FRANK artists in a new exhibit entitled, “Color and Light.” Ceramicists Sasha Bakaric and Susan Filley join painter Peg Bachenheimer and mixed media... Read More →
National PTA Reflections Art Show FEBRUARY 8TH-FEBRUARY 17TH OPENING RECEPTION: FEBRUARY 8TH 6-8PM The North Carolina PTA (NCPTA) is the state’s oldest and largest volunteer organization advocating for the education, health, safety and success of all children and youth while building strong families and communities. PTAs across North Carolina impact more than 685,000 children and... Read More →
Come out and enjoy the music of The Ambassadors Big Band and dance the night away. Fun for all ages, couples, singles and families are welcome! We'll have chocolates and some savory treats to enjoy. Donations accepted at the door, no advance tickets required. Suggested donations: $10 per person, $5 per child, $25 per family.
Called “one of the contemporary acoustic music scene’s most skilled and enduring performers” by Acoustic Guitar Magazine, Grammy Award-winning musician Laurie Lewis is internationally renowned as a singer, songwriter, fiddler, bandleader, producer and educator. A pioneering woman in bluegrass and a founding member of the Good Ol’ Persons and the Grant Street String Band, Laurie... Read More →
Stay up to date on local arts news, happenings, and more!