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NC Poet Laureate comes to UNC with hopes of building bridges between people

By Emma Craig | October 8

North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green attributes her poetic ability to her life experiences and womanhood.

Triangle Zouk dances the night away in intimate Brazilian form

By Hannah Ross Patten | October 8

A descendant of lambada dance, zouk dancing allows people to connect through the closeness of the technique.

'Sing Out, Louise!' UNC Pauper Players to put on 'Gypsy' this week

By Megan Friedman | October 8

The UNC Pauper Players' student-run performance of "Gypsy" hopes to challenge the audience by questioning if they're living the life they truly want.

Duke Ph.D students aim to spark photography conversation with two-part speaker series

By Johnny Sobczak | October 8

Two Duke Ph.D students created a two-part speaker series after realizing that the medium is rarely discussed in formal settings.

'By the Way, Meet Vera Stark' confronts the issue of the missing Black woman

By Sarah Campbell | October 8

The play "By the Way, Meet Vera Stark" explores the trials of being a Black woman in the entertainment industry through a veil of comedy. The Kenan Theatre ...

At Flyleaf Books, author brings a dose of reality to legend Daniel Boone

By Kristen Jones | October 8

In Randall Jones new book, "In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone," he separates the fact from fiction when it comes to the legendary Daniel Boone.

What's next for the Ackland?: National Advisory Board discusses rebranding and goals

By Alicia Robbins | October 6

The Ackland Art Museum National Advisory Board met Oct. 5 to discuss finances, diversification and their new rebranding plan.

‘We expect a packed house’: Q&A with Flyleaf Books on author Jacqueline Woodson

By Megan Missey | October 6

Flyleaf Books is hosting several events in the coming months, including one with award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson on her new novel "Red at the ...

Check out what's screening at Film Fest 919 this year

By Dominick Ferrara | October 4

Film Fest 919 is returning to Silverspot Cinema for its second edition from Oct. 9 through Oct. 13.

'We are the land we live on': Celebrate the Eno River at JamborEno

By Ben McEntire | October 4

JamborEno's goal is to spread awareness of the Eno River and its importance to the community with games, live music, jam sessions, camping, food and drinks. ...

FRANK gallery focuses on unique photography in their featured fall exhibit

By Elizabeth Sills | October 4

The exhibit will focus on unconventional photography and will highlight the specific techniques used by featured photographers Peter Filene and Bill McAllister. ...

Bounce for what? Dr. Lauron Kehrer presents lecture on queer voices in mainstream hip-hop

By Elyse Ribbons | October 4

Bounce is a genre of Southern hip-hop with strong queer identity originating in New Orleans and has made its way into mainstream music with songs like ...

Cat Fest in Raleigh promises a purr-fect day

By Gaby Iori | October 4

After 25 years of promoting cat adoption and rescue, SAFE Haven will throw an inaugural cat festival that's sure to please all cat lovers.

The Ackland Art Museum is a museum and academic unit of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill located on S Columbia Street. Photo courtesy of Molly Sprecher.

A 'smart new look': Ackland to unveil new branding at 'Zoom In!'

By Paris Hackett | October 4

The Ackland Art Museum is expanding, rebranding and preparing for its next 60 years. It wants you to join in as it prepares for its close-up.

Ring in spooky season with Transactor Improv’s “Sock-Hop Obsession”

By Katie Barham | October 4

“Sock-Hop Obsession” is the improv show that allows you to become part of the spooky world of high school in the 1950s — just in time for Halloween. ...

Durham's Phoenix Fest celebrates Hayti's African American tradition

By Rylee Parsons | October 3

18 years on, Phoenix Fest in Durham commemorates Hayti's rich contributions to local business and culture. Highlights will include a parade, musical performances, ...

Pennywise and Joker aren’t real... but Wrinkles the Clown is

By Courtney Heaton | October 3

Wrinkles the Clown, an anonymous 65-year-old man hired by parents to scare children and attend birthday parties, prepares to make his debut on the big ...

Parampara 2019 highlights India's rich cultural heritage

By Liz Johnson | October 2

Parampara seeks to showcase traditional Indian music and dance styles.

Durham thrift store holds vintage clothing event to benefit domestic violence victims

By Anna Batty | October 2

Community members can attend the Vintage Flea WOW Event at Pennies for Change Thrift Boutique in Durham this Sunday to be transported to a different era ...

'A seminal piece of postmodern dance:' Rosas danst Rosas comes to Chapel Hill

By Johnny Sobczak | October 1

World-renowned "Rosas danst Rosas" is coming to Carolina Performing Arts for a rare North American performance. If you're unfamiliar with postmodern dance, ...