Out & About
This story originally ran in December 2015. Originally from Connecticut, Bob Hargraves lived all over the world during his 20-year career in the Navy. After another two decades working for companies like Harris Teeter, he recently retired. Bob’s lived in the area since 1994 and for the past decade, he’s been suiting up […]
Kids, Cookies and Candy Canes – Thursday 10:30am-12pm – Celebrate the holiday for children of all ages and bring the family to the Carrboro Century Center for cookies, crafts and a children’s show. Weathervane’s Holiday Tea – Thursday, 3pm – Finger sandwiches, scones and decorative desserts abound at this festive afternoon event. […]
Messiah Choruses and More Dec. 15 Join the North Carolina Symphony at Memorial Hall for this concert including classic pieces by Handel, Bach, Vaughan Williams and others. Tickets: $18+. Decorate Your Own Gingerbread House Dec. 4, 11 & 18 The Root Cellar invites kids of all ages to get creative […]
Don Gallardo – Thursday, 7pm – Nashville-based singer-songwriter Don Gallardo will be performing at The Cave, with special guest Whit Wright from American Aquarium. Gallardo, who Rolling Stone called “one of the country and Americana scene’s true journeymen,” will be showcasing his critically acclaimed newest album Hickory. Fans of folk or country music shouldn’t […]
Mynt Boutique A colorful and vibrant plaid scarf paired with a rich velvet blazer creates a bright and elegant look you can wear to any holiday event. (Blazer and scarf may be purchased individually.) $428 (Joie black velvet blazer) $145 (Wool plaid scarf) Rockwood Shopping Center, 2501 University Dr., Ste […]
The SKJAJA Fund threw their Beach Shack Boil fundraiser at The Rickhouse, where guests enjoyed Lowcountry shrimp boil, beer, wine, sweet tea and, of course, dessert. The Lester Fricks band gave an outstanding performance while guests mingled and enjoyed the food. Many attendees were SKJAJA volunteers; at the celebration, SKJAJA founder Charlotte […]
NC State vs. UNC Football Game – Friday, noon – The UNC Tar Heels will host the NC State Wolfpack this Friday at Kenan Memorial Stadium. “Who is Lydia Loveless” Screening – Friday, 8pm – Come out to The ArtsCenter in Carrboro for a presentation of Gorman Bechard’s film on rock […]
Santa’s Secret Ale – Thursday, 11am – Delve into some holiday cheer at Carolina Brewery as they release their new holiday drink, Santa’s Secret Spiced Ale! All pints are only $1, so be sure to come and kick off your holiday season the right way. Meet Henry Petroski – Thursday, 3:30pm-5pm – The Chapel […]
BUSINESS BRIEFS Primrose Schools franchise owners Brian and Melissa Mart opened Primrose School of Chapel Hill at Briar Chapel in August. ◊ Lies Sapp and Sage Rountree, owners of the Carolina Yoga Company (Carrboro Yoga, Durham Yoga and Hillsborough Yoga) and Carolina Massage Institute, have opened Hillsborough Spa and Day […]
portrait of myself as my father – Thursday, 7:30pm – Award winning dancer and choreographer nora chipaumire’s piece on masculinity and its presence, presentation and representation will be preformed at Memorial Hall. Duke vs. UNC Viewing Party – Thursday, 4:30-10:30pm – Come to Southern Village for the annual Duke/UNC football game. With a […]
