I love a Challenge....Vegas Baby!



Do you feel it? If you are an Agent at Go Realty you do. The excitement is in the air, nerves are shaking and curious minds are waiting patiently! We have a challenge starting tomorrow called Go90x. Our savvy leaders named it this because Go90x is a workout. We will be given daily challenges, accountability, coaching etc. Participating agents will have the opportunity to EARN an iPad for first timers or a trip to Vegas for the folks on Round II. This is a BIG deal! Our energy will be off the charts in February so this is just a WARNING...you will hear from me soon! This is what it feels like when your company believes in your success and takes time to invest in your future. I look forward to posting about the excitement and task as we go along. Look out Vegas here I come!


~Stacie

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I'm starting my weekend off tonight at DPAC! Do you need some suggestions? Check out the great line up. Take some pictures of your weekend, send them to me and I will share them on the photo gallery... Happy weekend!


January 23 - 27, 2012 
Recreational Swim
Cost $5, $4 City resident.
January 23 - 27, 2012
1-3pm
Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 W Murray Ave.
(919) 560-4270
January 23 - 29, 2012 
Triangle Restaurant Week
For $15 at lunch or $20 or$30 at dinner, diners can choose from a restaurant's prix-fixe menu and enjoy a three-course meal from popular eateries. See website for participating restaurants.
January 23 - 29, 2012
Various Locations
January 24 - 28, 2012 
Triangle Restaurant Week at Guglhupf Cafe
For this Triangle-wide celebration of culinary excellence, Guglhupf Cafe offers a special prix fixe dinner menu priced at $30. Reservations recommended
Check website for Cafe hours
Guglhupf Café, 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.
(919) 401-2600
January 24 - 29, 2012 
"Memphis" Musical
A hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Winner of four 2010 Tony® Awards including Best Musical. Tickets $31-$61.
January 24 - 29, 2012
7:30pm T-Th, 8pm F, 2pm & 8pm Sa, 1pm & 6:30pm Su
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St.
(919) 680-2787
January 27, 2012 
Coffee Cupping
A chance to taste interesting varieties of coffee. Immediately following each cupping participants can join a free, guided tour of the roastery and headquarters. FREE and open to the public.
January 27, 2012
10am.
Counter Culture Coffee, 4911 South Alston Ave.
(919) 361-5282

Contra Dance
Dance to live music. Shoes must be clean and soft-soled. No spike heels may be worn; heels must be wider than 3/4 inch. Tickets are $9 and include a lesson for new dancers.
January 27, 2012
7:30pm lesson, 8pm dance
Reality Center, 916 Lamond Ave.
(919) 929-0696

Jon Shain Trio w/ Lizzy Ross Purchase Tickets
Blues, folk, seated show, singer, songwriter. Admission $10.
Doors: 7pm, show:8pm.
Casbah, 1007 W. Main St.
(919) 687-6969

Killer Filler
January 27, 2012
The Tavern, 1900 W. Markham Ave.
(919) 286-7665

NCTA Outlook for IT 2012
The Board of Directors of the North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) will host several hundred leaders from around the state and across sectors at this annual luncheon meeting featuring an "Outlook for IT" presented by Gartner. Tickets $110 in advance ($85 NCTA members).
January 27, 2012
10:30am-1:30pm.
Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center, 4700 Emperor Blvd.
(919) 941-5050

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show Purchase Tickets
They were style with substance, swing with swagger and a non-stop party that everyone wanted access to. Now audiences can experience this critically acclaimed, hugely entertaining theatrical production which includes exciting new arrangements of the classic songs everyone knows and loves. Tickets $35-$50.
8pm
Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.
(919) 560-3030

String Peddlers
Blues/world. Followed by Something for Now (alternative blues and rock). FREE admission.
January 27, 2012
8:30pm
Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St.
(919) 416-9707

The Maya and 2012 with Latin American Scholar Robert Sitler
This talk will look at the 2012 phenomenon with a well-grounded approach that relies entirely on sources from within the Mayan world. Discover what contemporary Mayan elders say regarding the date, based on interviews in numerous Mayan linguistic communities in Mexico and Guatemala. Dr. Sitler is currently a Professor of Modern Languages at Stetson University in Deland FL. He serves as the Director of its Latin American Studies Program. Cost $20, $15 RRC members, $10 students.
7:30-9pm.
Stedman Auditorium on the Duke Center for Living Campus, 3475 Erwin Rd.
(919) 309-4600

Wig Out Dance Party
Admission $5 with $2 membership.
January 27, 2012
10pm.
The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St.
(919) 667-1100
January 27 - 28, 2012 
Claremont Trio Purchase Tickets
An illustrious two-decade chamber music institution that plays with a refined wit and poetic intensity worthy of its literary namesake. Tickets $30, $5 Duke students.
January 27 - 28, 2012
8pm
Nelson Music Room in Duke's East Duke Bldg., Duke East Campus
(919) 684-4444
January 27 - 29, 2012 
The Power of Meditation
This retreat will bring each participant along on this contemplative journey of exploring the magnitude of mindfulness, and discover greater balance of mind, generosity of heart, and a stronger conviction for the practice of meditation. Lunch served each day. Cost $345.
January 27 - 29, 2012
F 8:30am-5pm, Sa 9am-5pm. Su 9am-4pm
Duke Center for Integrative Medicine, 3475 Erwin Rd.
(919) 660-6826
January 28, 2012 
Art Market at Vega Metals - Saturday Market
Outdoor market featuring gorgeous locally produced arts and crafts, including metal, jewelry, fabric arts, pottery, and more.
10am-12pm,
The Art Market at Vega Metals, 214 Hunt St.
(919) 688-8267

Central Park School for Children "Save Our Arts" Benefit
Featuring Megafaun / Mount Moriah / The Beast. Admission $10.
January 28, 2012
6pm.
Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave.
(919) 901-0875

Chamber Music Master Class with the Claremont Trio
Hailed as "deft, exhilarating, and imaginative" by Strings Magazine, the Claremont Trio couples a powerful, energetic style with an uncommon assurance. First recipients of the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson International Trio Award, the Claremonts -- sisters Emily Bruskin (violin) and Julia Bruskin (cello), with Andrea Lam (piano) -- generate enthusiastic acclaim wherever they perform. FREE.
12pm.
Nelson Music Room in the East Duke Bldg., Duke East Campus
(919) 660-3333

Chamber Music Master Class with Trio Jean Paul Purchase Tickets
FREE and open to the public.

12pm
Nelson Music Room, Duke East Campus
(919) 660-3356

Duke vs. St. John's (Men's Basketball) Purchase Tickets
January 28, 2012
12pm
Cameron Indoor Stadium, Science Dr.
(919) 681-2583

Durham Farmers' Market
An all-local and producer only market open every Saturday through the winter. Vendors will be offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cut flowers, potted plants, artisanal cheeses and breads, home-baked pies, honey, handmade chocolates, preserves, local wines, hand-made soaps, pottery, jewelry and artwork of all sorts. (Fruits and vegetables are local and seasonal and during the expect lots of greens, root vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, winter squash and greenhouse grown tomatoes.)
10am-12pm
The Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St.

Hip-Hop in Heels Workshop
Workshop will begin with a barefoot warm-up followed by a fun combination to be done in heels. Focus will be on the lines of the body, and developing the confidence to dance in heels. Some dance experience recommended; no sweatpants, please. Cost $15.
January 28, 2012
2:30-4pm.
Ninth Street Dance, 1920 1/2 Perry St.
(919) 286-6011

Jason King
FREE admission.
January 28, 2012
8pm
Charlie's Pub & Grille, 758 Ninth St.
(919) 286-4446

Journal-Making Workshop
Bull City Crafts shows you how to transform scrap materials into your personal journal.
2-4pm.
Recyclique, 2811 Hillsborough Rd.

MacLachlan Bower Overkill
Followed by Mirror 7 (rock/country). FREE admission.
January 28, 2012
8:30pm
Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St.
(919) 416-9707

NCCU vs Delaware State University (Men's Basketball) Purchase Tickets
Tickets $12, $8 students & seniors, $4 kids 5-12. Reserved seats $15.
January 28, 2012
4pm.
McLendon-McDougald Gymnasium at NCCU, Lawson and Lincoln Streets
(919) 530-5315

NCCU vs Delaware State University (Women's Basketball) Purchase Tickets
Tickets $5, FREE for kids 12 and under.
January 28, 2012
2pm.
McLendon-McDougald Gymnasium at NCCU, Lawson and Lincoln Streets
(919) 530-5315

Shopping Experience, to benefit Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department
Featuring products from Tupperware, Pampered Chef, Arbonne, Thirty-One, Tastefully Simple, BeautiControl, Premiere Jewelry and more. Raffle for fabulous gift baskets.
January 28, 2012
10am-5pm.
Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department, 1409 Seaton Rd.
TinaLB31@yahoo.com

Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tour Purchase Tickets
See a vibrant city in the midst of its revitalization and get to know the restaurants, shops and people that are making Durham one of the nation's cultural hotspots. From crostini topped with local produce and house-smoked meats to gourmet popsicles to renowned pimento cheese to local beer, you will discover all of Durham's flavors. Reservations required online. Cost $44.98.
2-5:15pm.
American Tobacco Warehouse to Downtown to Brightleaf Square
info@tastecarolina.net

The Sea Wolf Mutiny
With Joie and Steph Stuart and The Boyfriends. Admission $5, with $2 membership.
January 28, 2012
10pm.
The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St.
(919) 667-1100

Tobacco Trail Trot 5K
A 4-mile or 10K Fun Run. No registration is required, but all participants must sign a waiver.
January 28, 2012
8:30am.
Gravel lot across from newhope Church, 7725 Fayetteville Rd.
(919) 265-3904

Two-Day Nature Photography Winter Workshop Begins
Renowned nature photographer and author John Shaw will teach basic and advanced principles related to nature photography and the digital darkroom. Learn from someone who acknowledges both the poet artist and the technician present in all nature photographers. Fee includes all handout materials and lunch and break refreshments. Cost $250; $200 Gardens members.
Sa & Su 9am.-5pm.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St.
(919) 684-3698
January 29, 2012 
Angela Bingham Quartet
FREE admission.
January 29, 2012
7:30pm.
Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St.
(919) 416-9707

Carolina Jaguars vs. Johnson City MadHatters (Men's Basketball)
Tickets $10, $5 child 3-12.
5pm
McDougald-McLendon Gym at NCCU, 1801 Fayetteville St.
(919) 730-8390

Free Family Day at the Nasher Museum
FREE admissionn.
January 29, 2012
Noon-4pm.
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University. 2001 Campus Dr.
(919) 684-5135

Jasme Kelly
Admission $5.
January 29, 2012
11:30am-3pm.
Papa Mojos Roadhouse, 5410-Y Highway 55
(919) 361-2222

Organ Recital
Featuring David Arcus, playing music from Canada, including a tribute to the Canadian rock band Rush. FREE admission.
January 29, 2012
5pm
Duke University Chapel, Science Dr.
(919) 684-2572

Sunday Tea with Judith C. Bell Purchase Tickets
The Sunday Tea is a community event to honor local women who are making strides in our community, women who help others while maintaining a certain class and distinction. This Sunday Tea will honor First Lady of Durham Judith C. Bell. Cost $5.
2-4pm.
A Cultured Alliance, 1910 Sedwick Rd Ste 300B
info@aculturedalliancellc.com

Winter Hikes (Sundays)
Explore the many trails along the Eno River. Visit old homesites, mills, graveyards, Indian trading paths and more, and learn all about the history of the Eno River valley. Each FREE guided walk lasts 2 - 2 1/2 hours.
January 29, 2012
2pm
Call to verify location
(919) 620-9099
Ongoing Events
July 6 - 7, 2020 
Civitan - Durham Bi-Monthly Meeting
Meeting on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.
July 6 - 7, 2020
12:30pm
Willowhaven Country Club, 253 Country Club Dr.
(919) 471-1444
September 1 - 28, 2099 
Exchange Club of Durham Monthly Meetings
Meeting the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.
September 1 - 28, 2099
6pm
Durham Hilton, Hillsborough Rd.
(919) 688-1794
September 6 - 28, 2099 
Exchange Club of Greater Durham Weekly Meeting
Meeting each Thursday of the month.
September 6 - 28, 2099
1pm
Croasdaile Country Club, 3800 Farmgate Ave.
(919) 688-5811
August 27, 2011 - January 29, 2012 
"Land, Sea and Sky in the Nineteenth Century" Aft Exhibit
Anchored by Alfred Thompson Brichter’s painting "At the South Head, Grand Manan," an installation of land-and-sea landscapes from the permanent collection showcases the major landscape painting styles of the 19th century, particularly the Hudson River School, Tonalism and the Barbizon School. Admission $5, $4 seniors, $3 non-Duke students, FREE for kids under 16 and Duke students and faculty.
August 27, 2011 - January 29, 2012
10am-5pm T,W,F,Sa; 10am-9pm Th, 12-5pm Su
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Dr.
(919) 684-5135
November 18, 2011 - January 28, 2012 
"Burlap: Agrarian Portraiture of Piedmont Farmers" Photography Exhibit
Works by Raymond Goodman,shwing the faces of the clean food movement in our region. These portraits were all taken on farmland, with burlap cloth acting as a backdrop between the farmers themselves and the land they work. FREE admission.
November 18, 2011 - January 28, 2012
4-6pmW, 6-9pm 3rd Fridays
Bull City Arts Collaborative, 401-B Foster St.
(919) 599-0684
November 19, 2011 - September 15, 2012 
PARTNERS AGAINST CRIME-DISTRICT 1 MEETING
Monthly meeting of PAC1 residents to address crime and community concerns. Guest speakers often include city administrator, non-profit agencies, community builders, and others. Co-Facilitators: James Chavis (957-4918) and Vivian McCoy (596-1081).
Holton Career and Resource Center, 401 N. Driver Street
November 30, 2011 - March 15, 2012 
"Beyond the Bull City" Art Exhibit
North Carolina landscapes in oil by Gerry O'Neill. FREE admission. Hours: M-Sa: 9AM-9PM; Su: 1PM-6PM.
November 30, 2011 - March 15, 2012
M-Sa 9am-9pm, Su 1-6pm
Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St.
(919) 560-2787
December 3, 2011 - January 31, 2012 
"Creative Dishonesty: Cheat Codes" Art Exhibit
An artistic reflection on human nature as it pertains to dishonesty. FREE admission.
December 3, 2011 - January 31, 2012
Duke Center for Advanced Hindsight, 2024 W. Main St. Bay C
creativedishonesty@gmail.com
December 10, 2011 - July 8, 2012 
"Angels, Devils and the Electric Slide: Outsider Art from the Permanent Collection" Art Exhibit
Works by by Outsider artists, including Minnie Black, the Rev. Howard Finster, Jimmy Lee Sudduth, Mose Tolliver and Purvis Young. Admission $5, $4 seniors, $3 non-Duke students, FREE for kids under 16 and Duke students and faculty.
December 10, 2011 - July 8, 2012
10am-5pm T,W,F,Sa; 10am-9pm Th, 12-5pm Su
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Dr.
(919) 684-5135
January 3 - 30, 2012 
"The Wanderlust of Sed Miles" Photography Exhibit
A stunning photography exhibit illustrating Sed's year long, independent travel project spanning 15 countries on three continents. FREE admission.
January 3 - 30, 2012
M 5-8pm, T-F 10am-5pm, Sa 10am-3pm.
Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St
(919) 683-1709
January 3, 2012 - May 31, 2012 
Lap Swim
Cost $5, $4 City resident.
January 3, 2012 - May 31, 2012
M-Th 6am-8pm, F 6am-7:30pm, Sa 9:30am-5pm, Su 1-5pm
Edison Johnson Recreation Center, 500 W. Murray Ave.
(919) 560-4270
January 20, 2012 - March 10, 2012 
"Mentoring" Ceramics Exhibit
Works by Marsha Owen and Roberta Wood. FREE admission.
January 20, 2012 - March 10, 2012
11am-6pm T-Sa.
Claymakers Gallery, 705 Foster St.
(919) 530-8355
January 20, 2012 - February 11, 2012 
"Xiucutil: The Origin of Beautiful Species" Art Exhibit
FREE admission.
January 20, 2012 - February 11, 2012
M-W & F 11am-5pm; Th 11am-6pm; Sa 10am-5pm; Su 12-5pm.
The Scrap Exchange, 923 Franklin St.
(919) 688-6960

Historic Images of Downtown Durham Photography Exhibit
Works by local photographer Will Grossman. FREE admission.
January 20, 2012 - February 11, 2012
T-F 10:30am-5:30pm, Sa 10:30am-4pm.
Through This Lens, 303 E Chapel Hill St.
(919) 687-0250
January 20, 2012 - April 15, 2012 
Screened: New Work by the Printmakers of North Carolina
The Printmakers of North Carolina (PoNC) include professors, art-teachers, studio artists, and students who practice a variety of printmaking methods. "Screened" focuses on screen-printing techniques. All members of the PoNC live and work in North Carolina, and their work reflects the experience of the state in their daily lives. FREE admission.
Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St.
(919) 560-2787
January 22, 2012 - February 10, 2012 
"Durham's Finest" Art Exhibit
An annual exhibition of student art from Durham Public Schools kids, illustrating the artistic talent and visual creativity of students in the Durham community. FREE admission.
January 22, 2012 - February 10, 2012
9am-4:30pm T-F, 2-4pm Su.
NCCU Art Museum, 1801 Fayetteville St.
(919) 530-6211
January 23, 2012 - July 23, 2012 
"Full Color Depression" Art Exhibit
An exhibition of rarely seen color images from the Library of Congress’s Farm Security Administration photography collection. FREE admission.
January 23, 2012 - July 23, 2012
M-Th 9am-7pm, F-Sa 9am-5pm.
Center for Documentary Studies at Duke, 1317 W. Pettigrew St.
(919) 660-3663


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