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'Ser Plantas': Film festival explores Latin American relationship with ecology

By Delphine Liu | October 12

The 38th annual N.C. Latin American Film Festival is run by the Consortium in Latin American and Caribbean Studies at UNC and Duke University.

'Banned books week is every week': Libraries, bookstores elevate banned books

By Shreya Senthilkumar | October 11

UNC Libraries and the Chapel Hill Public Library hosted events to celebrate Banned Book Week during the first week of October. Flyleaf Books, a local ...

The 17th annual Festival of the Bean cooks up chili and community

By Grace Gao | October 11

Last Sunday, Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church hosted its 17th Annual Festival of the Bean at Forest Hills Park in Durham. The annual chili cook-off ...

Carolina Waves makes a splash for independent artists in N.C. music scene

By Madison Gagnon | October 10

Carolina Waves, owned and founded by Miriam Tolbert, is a multi-branch platform that provides exposure to new, independent artists in North Carolina.

Friends of Owen Conley create social justice library in Campus Y

By Carly Breland | October 10

In January, a collection of books encouraging activism and involvement in social justice will arrive on the second floor of the Campus Y in memory of ...

Calico Makers Market supports artists and inspires creativity

By Charlene Wu | October 10

The market, which takes place in April and October, provides space for artists to share their work and visitors to engage with their own creativity. ...

Birds and beer: Inaugural Hawk-Tober Fest celebrated at local brewery

By Jackson Fromm | October 10

Dingo Dog Brewing Company welcomed an eastern screech owl and a red-shouldered hawk to the brewery on Wednesday.

Ruritan rodeo rounds off successful weekend in Efland

By Emi Maerz | October 10

The event's 28th year provided a space for community members to support local and watch performers take place in activities like bareback riding, bull ...

UNC Russian Flagship Program brings spoonfuls of culture to campus

By Mila Mascenik | October 10

At Wednesday's "Spoonfuls of Art" event at Dey Hall, students learned about Russian art and culture. They painted wooden spoons, following a popular style ...

Carolina Asia Center organizes film series on Korean diaspora

By Margaret Hungate | October 9

Each of the films explores aspects of the global diasporic experiences of Korean people, including topics such as transnational adoption and the Korean ...

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Hanes visiting artist shares vibrant vision of Black queerness

By Kathryn Bragg | October 9

The Hanes Visiting Artist Series welcomed Devan Shimoyama last Thursday to discuss his career of work.

Oktoberfest: German festival celebrates Bavarian culture in the Triangle

By Preethika Ratnam | October 9

Over the past few weeks, several Oktoberfest events have taken place in the Triangle. Motorco Music Hall, Dingo Dog Brewing Co., and other local businesses ...

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Column: Stop making your favorite artists hate you

By Mary Blake Nobles | October 9

"It’s really about reading the room. If the music is loud and intense, it’s probably okay and welcomed to match the vibe. But during an emotional ...

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'Take your mind off things': Tabletop gaming provides outlet for students and community

By Marisa Rosa | October 6

As midterms approach, playing board games can help students and community members to de-stress and build community.

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N.C. Black Farmers' Market provides hub for local farmers

By Grace Gao | October 5

The market, which takes place weekly on Sundays, supports Black farmers and chefs in the area. The organization also sponsors events such as their farm-to-table ...

Preview: Festival brings female filmmakers to Varsity Theatre

By Madison Gagnon | October 5

Founded in 2018, Sick Chick Flicks Film Festival uplifts female filmmakers who work within the horror, science fiction and fantasy genres.

Student gallery opens first show of the year, featuring faceless portraits

By Morgan Brenner | October 5

The Studio Art Majors Alliance's first group show of the year is on display at the SAMple Gallery in Hanes Art Center until Oct. 15. The exhibit explores ...

Art exhibit fosters conversations between Latino artists and community

By Sophia Melin | October 5

“It's like a music album," Fabrizio Bianchi, one of the creators of the "De Colores" exhibit at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro, said. "And each song is ...

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Review: ‘Sex Education’ season four is unafraid to talk about the heavy stuff

By Carly Breland | October 4

"From postnatal depression to abusive relationships, this season of “Sex Education” is not afraid to talk about the heavy stuff. What started as a ...

Mipso seeks fresh ways of creating on sixth studio record

By Eliza Benbow | October 3

Formed at UNC in the early 2010s, Mipso sold out Cat's Cradle in 2012 and 2023. Their new album, "Book of Fools," is a new direction for the quartet, ...