Are you looking for some fun this weekend? If you are Cool enough to hang in Durham you will want to check out these Hot options!
| July 29, 2011 Author Clyde Edgerton The author will will read from and sign copies of his new book, "The Night Train." July 29, 2011 7pm. Regulator Bookshop, 720 Ninth St. (919) 286-2700 Captain Luke, Big Ron Hunter, Whistlin Britches and Ironing Board Sam - Warehouse Blues Concert FREE admission. July 29, 2011 6-8pm. Durham Central Park, 502 Foster St. (919) 643-2456 Cave Dwellers - Brightleaf Square Concert FREE admission. July 29, 2011 7-9pm. Brightleaf Square, Gregson St. at Main St. (919) 682-9229 Channing and Quinn Acoustic/indie/soul. Followed by Nova Echo (rock/electronic/pop). FREE admission. July 29, 2011 8:30pm. Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 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. July 29, 2011 10am. Counter Culture Coffee, 4911 South Alston Ave. (919) 361-5282 Family Roller Skating Music by DJ Pittipat. Skates available to borrow. Cost $3 adult, $2 kids 4-17. July 29, 2011 6-8pm. W. D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville St. (919) 560-4292 Janzig Misfists/Samhain/Danzig cover band. With Cher Horowitz, Earth Balance, DJ Queen Plz, and Sarah Pheonix: Fire Spinner. Admission $6 with $2 membership. July 29, 2011 9pm. The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St. (919) 667-1100 John Wendelbo Art Show Featuring wine, music, an outdoor projection show and great art indoors too! FREE admission. July 29, 2011 7pm-late. The Carrack, 111 W Parrish Stt. Kim Pacheco Admission $7. July 29, 2011 9pm-12am. Beyú Caffé, 335 W Main St. (919) 683-1058 Mystery Hillbillies with Michelle Bellanger The Mystery Hillbilles come strong with a variety of early classics to include bluegrass and some of the very earliest country; 40's,50's and 60's classic country, on through to the present. FREE to patrons. July 29, 2011 8:30-11pm. The Blue Note Grill, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. (919) 401-1979 | ||
| July 30, 2011 A Taste of Durham Gourmet Food Tour  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 organic wine and local beer, you will discover all of Durham's flavors. Reservations required. Cost $43.43. 1:30-4:45pm. American Tobacco Warehouse to Downtown to Brightleaf Square info@tastecarolina.net Bull Spec presents The Cabinet of Curiosities Extravaganza Featuring award-winning editors of speculative fiction, Ann and Jeff Vandermeer, who will read from and sign copies of their latest book, "The Thackery T. Lambshead Cabinet of Curiosities." The event also features "The Steampunk Bible", which traces the roots of the steampunk movement, as well as Durham author Mur Lafferty's Afterlife series. There will be short humorous readings by contributors, raffles, and more. July 30, 2011 7pm. Fullsteam Brewery, 726 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 682-2337 Charlie McNeill Featuring a mixture of Progressive Christian, country and popular tunes. FREE admission, but donations accepted. July 30, 2011 7:30pm. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 N Roxboro Rd. (919) 220-2458 Da Muthas Reunion Show Da Muthas Reunion Show. This party band is made up of long time music veterans. Playing your favorite classic rock tunes.This is their first show in over a year, get ready for high energy and great music. 8-11pm. The Blue Note Grill, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. (919) 401-1979 Durham Bulls vs. Charlotte Knights Tickets: Field Box $9, Terrace Reserved $8, Diamondview $7, Lawn $5. July 30, 2011 7pm. Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St. (919) 956-2855 Durham Craft Market An exciting open-air market with Durham-area artisans displaying original jewelry, woodworking, glass, pottery, metal, photography, fiber arts, and more. See some of the finest handmade, unique, and affordable arts & crafts in the heart of North Carolina. July 30, 2011 8am-12pm. Across from the Farmer's Market, 538 Foster St. (919) 220-1857 Durham Farmers' Market Vendors 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 seasonal and include only things that actually grow in North Carolina.) July 30, 2011 8am-12pm. The Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St. (919) 484-3084 Ernest Turner Quartet Admission $6. July 30, 2011 9pm-12am. Beyú Caffé, 335 W Main St. (919) 683-1058 Garden Party A Garden Party celebrating the church's community garden with music, food, fun, garden tour. FREE. 6-8pm. St. John's Presbyterian Church, 5471 N. Roxboro Rd. (919) 471-1776 Music on the Patio FREE to patrons. July 30, 2011 8-11pm. Dos Perros Restaurant & Bull City Burgers, 200 N Mangum St. (919) 956-2750 Painted Chair and More Auction Original masterpieces created by some of NC's finest artists will be auctioned. Live music, food trucks and a cash bar. Proceeds benefit Independent Animal Rescue. $15, or $10 in advance. July 30, 2011 5-8pm. Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 403-2221 Pinhook Karaoke FREE with $2 membership. July 30, 2011 10pm. The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St. (919) 667-1100 Pocket Creek July 30, 2011 8:30pm. Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 Soft Company w/How I Became the Bomb Ages: 18+ (or all ages w/adult). Tickets: $8, $6 in advance, with $5 membership. July 30, 2011 8:30pm doors/ 9:30pm show. Casbah, 1007 W. Main St. (919) 687-6969 Summer Music FREE to patrons. July 30, 2011 7-11pm. Parizade, 2200 W. Main St. (919) 286-9712 The Art Market at Vega Metals - Saturday Market Outdoor market featuiring gorgeous locally produced arts and crafts, including metal, jewelry, fabric arts, pottery, and more. July 30, 2011 9am-2pm, The Art Market at Vega Metals, 214 Hunt St. (919) 688-8267 Tree Camp Environmental education program for adults who desire to become familiar with our Piedmont region's 100 species of trees. Format consists of a five hour leisurely walk in the forest. Each participant bring day pack for picnic lunch in the woods together. Pre-registration required. Cost $30. July 30, 2011 10am-3pm Sa; weekdays by special request. West Point on the Eno Park, 5101 N. Roxboro St.. riverdave1@aol.com Walltown Children's Theatre Open House July 30, 2011 12:30-3pm. Walltown Children's Theatre, 1225 Berkley St. (919) 286-4545 Yoga in the Park The class is taught by local volunteer teachers, which means a different yoga experience each week. Bring: a towel and some water to drink. FREE. July 30, 2011 9-10am. Durham Central Park, Hunt St. and Foster St. (919) 682-2800 | ||
| July 31, 2011 Durham Bulls vs. Charlotte Knights Tickets: Field Box $9, Terrace Reserved $8, Diamondview $7, Lawn $5. July 31, 2011 5pm. Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St. (919) 956-2855 Jo Gore and the Alternative FREE to patrons. July 31, 2011 Dinner hours - call for time. Bavarian Brathaus, 4010 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. (919) 381-6412 Motorcycle Sundays Coffee, breakfast & bikes every Sunday morning July 31, 2011 9am. James Joyce Irish Pub, 912 W. Main St. (919) 683-3022 MOTORKOKYU Bloody Brunch Show & Marketplace Music by Peter Holsapple. FREE to patrons. July 31, 2011 12pm. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 901-0875 Music in the Park DJ Piddipat (Pat Murray) will spin old school and r&b music from her prodigious music collection. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnics, or simply dance the night away. FREE all-ages event. July 31, 2011 5-7pm. Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St. (919) 809-9682 Vocalist Noah Powell FREE admission. July 31, 2011 7:30pm Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 Year's worth of birthdays Celebrate a year's worth of birthdays, with ice cream and cake. Please send RSVP to smurphy@nccumc.org. July 31, 2011 5pm. St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2700 N. Roxboro St. Durham, NC 27704 | ||
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