SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking on its building expansion on Wednesday, September 12 at 9:30 a.m, and the public is invited to attend. The expansion will add a new wing to the existing house on Old Mason Farm Road, nearly doubling the total number of rooms from 40 to […]
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The TerraVita Food & Drink Festival returns to Chapel Hill/Carrboro Oct. 18-21. Tickets are now on sale at terravitafest.com. Now in its eighth year, this festival is a favorite of chefs who participate as well as foodies from near and far. Here are eight reasons why you shouldn’t miss it this year – whether you’re attending
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I have said it before but it bears repeating: Habitat for Humanity of Orange County’s High Heels and Hard Hats Fashion Show is one of the top five events of the year. And it’s coming up on Friday, April 21. In other words: What are you waiting for? Get your tickets! This event sold out
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Amy and Andrea overview Carolina Performing Arts’ new season, which kicks off tomorrow and features Chris Thile, Dorrance Dance and a 10-day festival in honor of composer Philip Glass. Plus, Andrea introduces listeners to Fernweh Jewelry, which is based out of Durham but inspired by faraway lands.
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Colleen and Andrea preview this year’s festival – happening Sept. 28-Oct. 1 and featuring a book release party in Vivian Howard’s honor, an East Meets West dinner and the annual Grand Tasting at Southern Village. Plus, find out how Bee Downtown is helping to rebuild local honey bee populations.
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DPAC’s senior director of marketing talks about going to the Tonys, DPAC’s upcoming Broadway season (which includes “Finding Neverland” and “Fun Home”) and her favorite Broadway show of all time. And Andrea reviews a new book by Durham resident Bronwen Dickey that examines our society’s complicated relationship with pit bulls as a breed.
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With his shop turning 11, Chaz offers a sneak peek of anniversary concerts coming up on Aug. 5 and 6 that will feature Superchunk and Brad Cook. Plus, Andrea talks about a new Music Maker Relief Foundation CD that’s full of food-inspired tracks.
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Eric previews Steel String Brewery’s Cardinal Directions Beer Fest at Carrboro Town Commons on July 30 and discusses beer trends. Plus, Andrea highlights the work of Laura Tierney’s The Social Institute, which strives to show young people that social media can be an empowering – instead of a scary – place.
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The Durham food scene has had an unusually busy summer, so Andrea asks food blogger Amber Watson to fill listeners in on openings (like Boheme and Lucky’s Deli), closings (including Four Square and Spartacus) and chef changes (at Piedmont and The Boot). Plus, Andrea commends Durham-based The Little Green Pig Theatrical Concern on its efforts to
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Andrea checks in with the mayor about the recent mill fire in Hillsborough, how he’s seen the town change during his six terms in office and upcoming summer events. Plus, Andrea highlights Durham Magazine’s July/July “23 Ways to Have a Fantastic Summer” feature. Ideas include The Warehouse Blues Concert Series on Fridays, a trip to
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