Please go support Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Church this weekend! For more details on location and time click here: Mt. Sylvan Pumpkin Patch
| October 25 - 30, 2011 "Rock of Ages" Musical This five-time 2009 Tony Award® nominated smash hit is a hilarious, feel-good love story that features the greatest songs of the 80s. Tickets $31-$61. October 25 - 30, 2011 7:30pm T-Th, 8pm F, 2pm & 8pm Sa, 1pm & 6:30pm Su. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St. (919) 680-2787 |
| October 26 - 30, 2011 "Living with the Tiger" Performance  Explosions! Power tools! Dance Numbers! Tigers! America! This is the chase... Tickets $17 F-Su, $12 W-Th; $5 students; $2 discount for seniors & military with ID. 8:15pm; Su 3:15pm. Manbites Dog Theater, 703 Foster St. (919) 682-3343 |
| October 28, 2011 A Night With Polished Souls Fund Raiser Affair Featuring dinner, guest speakers, entertainment and performances and more. Proceeds benefit Project X-Posure. Tickets $20. October 28, 2011 7:30pm. Bay 7 at American Tobacco, 318 Blackwell St. mikeanderson@polishedsouls.com Bull City Urban Market Grand Opening The community is invited to join Feed My Sheep, elected officials, city administrators, federal and state officials, and Golden Belt tenants for the grand opening of the Bull City Urban Market, which will offer healthy, affordable, local food access to the Northeast Central Durham community. Event highlights: artists, food trucks, live entertainment, vendors, activities for youth (year-round school is out), The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club bikers, and more. October 28, 2011 10am-4pm. Bull City Urban Market, 800 Taylor St. wajisa22@yahoo.com Chunky Move - 'Connected' Dance Performance Founded by choreographer Gideon Obarzanek in 1995, the award-laden Australian dance company Chunky Move is famed for its beautiful, ambitious work with new media. Tickets $26 & $34 $5 Duke students.. October 28, 2011 8pm. Reynolds Industries Theater in Duke's Bryan Center, Science Dr. (919) 684-4444 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. October 28, 2011 10am. Counter Culture Coffee, 4911 South Alston Ave. (919) 361-5282 Duke Jazz Ensemble and Duke Djembe Ensemble with guest artist Slide Hampton The Duke Jazz Ensemble, directed by John Brown, and the Duke Djembe Ensemble, directed by Bradley Simmons, present a showcase concert with guest artist Slide Hampton, trombone. Two time Grammy award winner and NEA Jazz Master Slide Hampton played with bands led by Art Blakey, Dizzy Gillespie, Barry Harris, Thad Jones, Mel Lewis, and Max Roach throughout the 1950s. In 1962, he formed the Slide Hampton Octet, which included stellar horn players Booker Little, Freddie Hubbard, and George Coleman. 2006 saw the debut of his own Big Band, the Slide Hampton Ultra Big Band. Tickets $5, FREE for students. 8pm. Page Auditorium at Duke, Science Dr. (919) 660-3300 Duke Street Dawgs After work Party w/ Duke Street Dawgs. FREE admission. October 28, 2011 6-8pm. The Blue Note Grill, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. Ste 1 (919) 401-1979 Fall Costume Party For ages 13-17. FREE. October 28, 2011 7-11pm. W. D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville St. (919) 560-4292 Gardens of the Doris Duke Center Join staff members to see what is planned for the container and garden display areas around the Doris Duke Center. Gardens curator Jason Holmes and horticulturist Tamara Kilbane will introduce you to innovative planting combinations in planters and garden beds. Cost $5. October 28, 2011 10am. Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St. (919) 668-1707 Halloween Hullaballoo w/ Southern Culture on the Skids With Ormon Grimsby's 3D movie / Straight 8s / The Tremors / The Wiley Fosters. Admission $15, $13 (with $3 membership).. October 28, 2011 8pm. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 901-0875 Michael Daughtry Singer/songwriter. FREE admission. October 28, 2011 8:30pm. Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 Moonlight & Starlight Paddle Enjoy the wildlife, soak in the moonrays & starshine, and experience the sounds of nature. These very leisurely paddles are suitable for just about anyone. Pre-registration required. Cost $25 per person (canoe), $30 per person (kayak). 7:45pm. Three Rivers Area on the western end of Falls Lake. See webpage for map 919 416-1200 Murder Mystery Dinner "Country Fried Caper," a comedic theatrical paired with dinner. Cost $68 per person includes hors d'oeuvres, a glass of wine or beer and a three course dinner. Tax and Gratuity also included. October 28, 2011 6pm. Maggiano's Little Italy, 8030 Renaissance Pkwy. (919) 572-0076 Nature Ranger Cart Drop in anytime to enjoy the traveling cart full of creative adventures for visiting children. Activities will include making colorful butterflies, bookmarks, "sound sandwiches," and "color symphonies." FREE. 10am-noon. Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St. (919) 684-3698 NCCU Homecoming Wobble "The Ultimate Line Dance Party." Tickets $10 in advance, $15 VIP. October 28, 2011 10pm. Bavarian Brathaus, 4010 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. (919) 381-6412 OctoberFest! Trunk or Treat. Mega jumping towers. Hay rides. Free pumpkin patch. Pumpkin carving. Make-your-own candy apples. Bon fire & smores. Carnival games. Fashion show. Face Painting. Bratwursts with sauerkraut. Root beer. Barbecue pork ribs. German potato salad. Grilled corn on the cob. Funnel cake. Cotton candy. Snow cones. Pretzels. Bake sale and more. FREE admission. 6-10pm. RTP Community Church, 1727 Ed Cook Rd. (919) 596-4352 Scar-e-oke!!! FREE with $2 membership. October 28, 2011 10pm. The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St. (919) 667-1100 Storytelling At The Rhine An evening of SPOOKY storytelling, wine and refreshments. (PG 13) suggested. Cost $15 members, $20 non-members students $10. 7:30-9pm. Rhine Research Center, 2741 Campus Walk Ave. Bldg. 500 The Beast w/ YahZarah, Zakee Halloween Costume Party. Tickets $12, $10 in advance. 9pm. Casbah, 1007 W. Main St. The Jaybirds Admission $5. October 28, 2011 8:45pm. The Blue Note Grill, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. Ste 1 (919) 401-1979 The Jim Ketch Quartet Admission $6. October 28, 2011 9pm-12am. Beyú Caffé, 335 W Main St. (919) 683-1058 |
| October 29, 2011 "Dracula" Film Screening October 29, 2011 9pm. The Roxy, 802 W. Main St. (919) 797-0912 "I Hate Halloween" Party Featuring Jo Gore and The Alternative. Admission $5. October 29, 2011 9pm. Beyu Caffe, 335 W. Main St. (919) 683-1058 Autumn Hike at Penny's Bend Take a walk through the colorful fall landscape of this remnant 84-acre diabase glade/Piedmont prairie in northwest Durham, surrounded on three sides by the Eno River. Wear hiking shoes & bring water. Cost $10, $5 NCBG members, and pre-registration required. October 29, 2011 2-4pm. Penny's Bend Nature Preserve, 3706 Snow Hill Rd. (919) 962-0522 Bright Lights, Bull City in the Brightleaf District Featuring more than ten retailers and restaurants offering special deals, plus live music and food samples. October 29, 2011 2-6pm. Brightleaf District (919) 933-1551 Carve Durham Pumpkins See jack-o-lanterns from the Museum of Durham History's "Carve Durham" contest. October 29, 2011 8am-12pm. Durham Farmers' Market, 501 Foster St. Christian Tetzlaff, Violin & Lars Vogt, Piano Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 10; Bartók: Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1 in C-sharp Minor, Op. 2; César Franck: Sonata for Violin and Piano in A Major Tickets $30, $5 Duke students. October 29, 2011 8pm. Reynolds Industries Theater in Duke's Bryan Center, Science Dr. (919) 684-4444 Christian Teztlaff, violin and Lars Vogt, piano Concert Program: Brahms: Violin & Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100; Bartók: Violin & Piano Sonata No. 1 in C Sharp, Op. 21; César Franck: Violin & Piano Sonata in A Major. Tickets $30, $5 Duke students. October 29, 2011 8pm. Reynolds Theater in Duke's Bryan Center, Science Dr. (919) 684-4444 Dog Training Class - Dog is Love Adoption Month Free Training Classes for anyone who has adopted or is considering adopting from APS Adopters will receive a copy of Patricia McConnell's new book, "Love Has No Age Limit" courtesy of some special APS volunteers, plus dog adoption fees are reduced to $75. 9-10am. Animal Shelter, 2117 E Club Blvd. (919).560.0640 Drag Bingo - Pirates of the Cari-Bingo Proceeds benefit the Alliance AIDS Services - Carolina. Tickets $17 (advance purchase recommended). October 29, 2011 7pm; doors open 6pm. Durham Armory, 220 Foster St. (919) 596-9898 Duke Chorale, Duke Symphony Orchestra and Duke Wind Symphony Showcase concert featuring the Duke Chorale, directed by Rodney Wynkoop, the Duke Symphony Orchestra, directed by Harry Davidson, and the Duke Wind Symphony, directed by Verena Moesenbichler-Bryant. Tickets $5, FREE for students. 8pm. Duke Chapel, Science Dr. (919) 660-3333 Duke football vs. Virginia Tech Duke football hosts Virginia Tech in Wallace Wade Stadium as part of Duke Parents' & Family Weekend. Tickets $25. Time tba. Wallace Wade Stadium, Science Dr. (919) 681-2583 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. October 29, 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.) October 29, 2011 8am-12pm. The Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St. (919) 484-3084 Durham Zombie Lurch Hordes of the dead will converge upon the Bull City. All ages welcome. Zombies, Victims, and photographers welcome as well. No Rules except stay in the sidewalks and have fun! Route tba. October 29, 2011 5-8pm. Parking lot, 406 Foster St. verita445@yahoo.com Habitat Halloween Bike Ride The "spooktacular" eighth-annual Halloween Bike Ride benefits Habitat for Humanity of Durham. Experience scenic views of Durham County as you ride 31, 62, or 100 miles. All routes are fully supported and start and finish at the ballpark. Gear up for a "ghoulish" good time and compete for best costume! Registration fee $45, $40 in advance. October 29, 2011 9am (registration 7:30am). Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St . (919) 682-0516 Halloween Costume Bash With Joe Bell and the Stinging Blades. Enjoy a great night of blues and r&b. Admission $8. October 29, 2011 9pm-12am. The Blue Note Grill, 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. (919) 401-1979 Halloween Monster Mash Hafla Halloween costume and dance party, with live music (heavy on the Middle Eastern rhythms) and costume contest. Admission $15 at door (if available), $12 in advance. October 29, 2011 7:30pm. Triangle Dance Studio, 2603 S. Miami Blvd. (919) 598-3265 Halloween Party and Costume Contest Featuring Mobile City Folk and Buffalo Theory Band (rock/blues). October 29, 2011 8:30pm. Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 Holy Ghost Weenie Roast A safe and fun alternative to trick-or-treating, featuring free hotdogs, food, drinks, lots of candy for the kids, a contest for best happy costume, inflatables, hayride, games, entertainment, prizes, and giveaways. FREE for all age. 6-9pm. 5516 N Roxboro Rd. (919)-471-0220 Howl-O-Ween Pawty! Help shelter dogs in the Triangle by enjoying the festivities at Camp Bow Wow's 5th annual Howl-o-Ween Pawty. Featuring costume contests and more. FREE admission, but donations accepted to benefit homeless pets in the Triangle. 11am-3pm. Camp Bow Wow, 1710 Page Rd. (919) 560-0640 Killer Filler Join the Zombies at the end of the Lurch. Pumpkin carving contest.with prizes. Food trucks on site. October 29, 2011 5pm. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 901-0875 LUEWWD V: Ghouls Gone Wild! (Arm Wrestling) League of Upper Extremity Wrestling Women in Durham. Proceeds benefit Child S.A.F.E., a local organization that provides training in child sex abuse prevention. The Cookery will host a Food Truck Round-Up in the parking lot prior to the event. Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members (because the Casbah is a private club you need to be a member to enter). October 29, 2011 9pm. Casbah, 1007 W. Main St. (919) 824-4171 Monster’s Ball 3 DJ'd music. Must be 21+ and in costume. Grand Prize for best costume is $250. Tickets $10 at the door. October 29, 2011 9pm (doors 8pm). Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 901-0875 NCCU Homecoming "Essence3 the Cosmopolitan Edition" Must be 21+.Upscale dress code enforced. Tickets $10, $15 VIP. October 29, 2011 10pm. Champps Americana Grill, 8030 Renaissance Pkwy. (919) 361-3393 Paws for Applause - Pet Costume Contest and Fundraiser Grand Prize winner will receive two year-long movie passes to the Carolina Theatre Cinema. Other Prizes will be awarded to winners of Best Costume, Pet/Person Match, Best Behaved and Best Smile. Registration $25 per pet and all contestants can receive $5 off entrance fee with a pet food donation for Independent Animal Rescue. October 29, 2011 1-3pm (12pm registration). Plaza by Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St. (919) 560-3040 Pepper Jam Workshop Geared towards all ages. Participants will get a tour of the farm, information about sustainable agriculture, a lesson on peppers in the garden and their culinary uses, and an opportunity to help prepare the jam. Tickets $15, $10 student, $5 child under 12. October 29, 2011 10am. Duke Campus Farm, 4910 Friends School Rd. Taste Carolina 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 Tavern Halloween Party Costume contest with prizes. October 29, 2011 The Tavern, 1900 W. Markham Ave. (919) 286-7665 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. October 29, 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 leisurely walk along the Ellerbe Creek Greenway from Trinity Ave. trailhead north to Club Blvd. to Duke Park. Bring a day pack for picnic lunch. Pre-registration required. Cost $30. October 29, 2011 10am-3pm Sa; weekdays by special request. See website for directions riverdave1@aol.com |
| October 30, 2011 Bookulele! A Halloween Ukulele event hosted by High Strung! Admission $5 with $2 membership. October 30, 2011 5-8pm. The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St. (919) 667-1100 Durham Gardening for Yankees Get great gardening tips for those of you new to gardening in Zone 7B. Durham County Extension Master Gardener Leanna Murphy Dono will share her perspective and expertise on Durham soils, seasons, and a few ‘new-to-you’ plants to consider as you put down roots in the Triangle. FREE, but pre-registration required. 2-4pm. Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St. (919) 668-1707 Durham Symphony Orchestra Concert "War and Peace" Join Maestro William Henry Curry and the Durham Symphony for an afternoon of classical favorites including Durham composer, Lance Hulme's "Threnody for the Victims of September 11, 2001, for female voices and strings" and Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture." Tickets $20, $18 seniors, $5 students, children 12 and under, FREE 3pm. Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St. (919) 491-6576 Food Truck Rodeo Foster Street will be closed off to offer plenty of room, and trucks will have plenty of food onhand. October 30, 2011 4-8pm. Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St. (919) 794-8194 FREE Halloween Kids Party Enjoy Halloween-themed crafts and games. Live music and free t-shirt drawing every hour. Come dressed to impress in your Halloween costume for neighborhood parade. Ages 1-8. Fair weather only. Call for rain cancellation information. FREE. 1-4pm. 104 W Parrish St. (919) 683-1582 Hsiao-mei Ku, violin and Philip Amalong, piano A native of China, Hsiao-mei Ku made her debut when she was seven years old. Currently, Ms. Ku is a member of the Ciompi Quartet of Duke University, where she also serves as a member of the faculty. FREE admission. 4pm. Nelson Music Rm. in the East Duke Bldg., Duke East Campus (919) 660-3333 OctoberFUNfest Wear your costume for this family-friendly event of candy, games and inflatables! Hot dogs, popcorn and drinks will be sold at minimal cost! Open to all. Children must be accompanied by an adult - no drop offs. FREE admission. 5-7pm. Cresset Baptist Church, 3707 Garrett Rd. (919) 489-2655 Sawyer-Goldberg Jazz Band Jazz. FREE admission. October 30, 2011 7:30pm. Broad Street Café, 1116 Broad St. (919) 416-9707 |
| 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 11, 2011 - January 8, 2012 "Becoming: Photographs From The Wedge Collection" Photography Exhibit Featuring 110 works by more than 60 artists from Canada, the United States, Africa and throughout the African Diaspora, providing a vivid testimony to the increasing presence of artists who chose to reject the common tendency to view black communities in terms of conflict or stereotype. Admission $5, $4 seniors, $3 non-Duke students, FREE for kids under 16 and Duke students and faculty. August 11, 2011 - January 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 |
| 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 |
| September 6, 2011 - December 16, 2011 "Sauda A. Zahra: Journey of an Evolving Art Quilter" Exhibit This solo exhibition, featuring over 40 quilts, is the first time the artist's work has been exhibited as a collective body of work. FREE admission. September 6, 2011 - December 16, 2011 8:30am-5pm M-F. National Humanities Center, 7 TW Alexander Dr. (919) 549-0661 |
| September 7, 2011 - October 29, 2011 All of them Wishes: Jewelry and Drawings of Feathers and Bones Jewelry and drawings by Sarah Warner. FREE admission. September 7, 2011 - October 29, 2011 4-6pm.W, 6-9pm 3rd Fridays. Bull City Arts Collaborative, 401-B Foster St. (919) 599-0684 |
| September 8, 2011 - November 30, 2011 "Esse Quam Videri: Self-Portraits of Muslims" Photography Exhibit Photographer Todd Drake in collaboration with Muslims in the United States and Bahrain created self-portraits that reflect real self-reflections rather than the "seeing" ideas of Muslims. FREE and open to the public. September 8, 2011 - November 30, 2011 9am-5pm M-F. Rubenstein Hall in the Sanford Institute at Duke, Science Dr. (919) 613-7394 |
| September 10, 2011 - October 31, 2011 "Perceptions: Durham and the Coast" Art Exhibit Works by Tony Alderman. FREE admission to patrons. September 10, 2011 - October 31, 2011 During business hours. Beyu Caffe, 335 W. Main St. (919) 683-1058 |
| September 13, 2011 - November 12, 2011 "Form/Glaze" Ceramics Exhibit Featuring works by Hiroshi Sueyoshi, named a North Carolina Living Treasure in 2006, Penland area glaze chemist extraordinaire, John Britt, and Seagrove favorite and rising star, Jeff Dean, of Dean and Martin Pottery. FREE admission. Tu-Sa 1-6pm. Claymakers Gallery, 705 Foster St. (919) 530-8355 |
| September 24, 2011 - October 30, 2011 "Two Takes on the Natural World" Art Exhibit Durham artists Matt Tomko and Pamela George combine their unique perspectives on nature in this show featuring their oil paintings and landscapes in cold wax. FREE admission. September 24, 2011 - October 30, 2011 1-5pm Sa & Su. Hugh Mangum Museum of Photography at West Point on the Eno City Park, 5101 N. Roxboro Rd. (919) 471-1623 |
| September 30, 2011 - November 30, 2011 "A Cultural Landscape - NC Mountain Counties" Photography Exhibit Idiosyncratic photographs of the Appalachian Counties by Artie Dixon. FREE admission. September 30, 2011 - November 30, 2011 M-Sa 9am-9pm, Su 1-6pm. Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St. (919) 560-2787 |
| September 30, 2011 - October 31, 2011 Fall Pumpkin Harvest Festival Pick pumpkins from a genuine pumpkin patch, hayrides, crop mazes, farm animals, hay mountain, corn crib, picnics, parties, school field trips, group functions, fun, learning farm experience Admission $12.50/person age 2 & up. September 30, 2011 - October 31, 2011 M-Sa 9am-6pm, Su 10am-6pm. Ganyard Hill Farm, 407 Sherron Rd. (919) 596-8728 |
| September 30, 2011 - November 30, 2011 Matt Micca, Laura Azar, Shelly Hehenberger Art Exhibit Featuring "Ballpoint Abstractions" by Matt Micca in the Allenton Gallery, "New Paintings" by Laura Azar in the Semans Gallery, and "Chaos & Cosmos" by Shelly Hehenberger. FREE admission. M-Sa 9am-9pm, Su 1-6pm. Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St. (919) 560-2787 |
| October 3 - 30, 2011 "Freedom. Justice. Equality." Art Exhibit Works by Franco. FREE admission. October 3 - 30, 2011 10am-7pm M-F, 10am-3pm Sa. Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St (919) 683-1709 |
| October 4, 2011 - December 18, 2011 "I Have No Right To Be Silent" Exhibit Rabbi Marshall Meyer is remembered for his ability to articulate why we are all responsible for speaking out against injustice. This traveling exhibit consists of 12 beautiful banners whose text and imagery draws on the rich and powerful collection of documents contained in the Marshall T. Meyer papers including intimate family photos, moving letters from prisoners, internal government memos, and rare human rights publications. FREE admission. October 4, 2011 - December 18, 2011 8am-11pm M-Th, 8am-5pm F, 10am-6pm Sa, 2-10pm Su. Duke Divinity School York Room, Science Dr. (919) 660-3400 |
| October 7, 2011 - November 18, 2011 "Narco-Nations/Border-States/Utopian Diasporas" Eshibit Interactive and multi-media works exploring from three perspectives and geographies (Colombia, Mexico and the USA) what is now-called NARCO-CULTURE. Presented in conjunction with the NC Latin American Film Festival. FREE admission. October 7, 2011 - November 18, 2011 M-F 9am-4pm. Fredric Jameson Gallery in the Friedl Bldg., Duke East Campus (919) 684-5600 Latin American Film Festival Founded in 1986, by Sharon Mujica, the Latin American Film Festival celebrates the power and artistry of Latin America's film and audiovisual production. Its mission is to provide a space in North Carolina for Latin American images, sounds, and stories to reach a wider audience. FREE admission. October 7, 2011 - November 18, 2011 See website for schedule. Various Venues (919) 681-3883 |
| October 7, 2011 - December 3, 2011 Minus Sound Research (MSR6) Art Exhibit Art by North Carolina musicians. The artists present their creative visions through sculpture, photography, drawings, serigraphy, woodwork and painting. FREE with Motorco membership, except during events with cover charge. October 7, 2011 - December 3, 2011 T-Sa 4pm-2am, Su 12-6pm. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. (919) 901-0875 |
| October 8, 2011 - January 22, 2012 "RACE: Are We So Different?" Exhibit This award winning interactive exhibition is the first of its kind to tell the stories of race from the biological, cultural, and historical points of view. The exhibition brings together the everyday experience of living with race, its history as an idea, the role of science in that history, and the findings of contemporary science that are challenging its foundations. Tickets, which include Museum admission, $14, $10 ages 3-12, $11 ages 65+, FREE for kids under 3. October 8, 2011 - January 22, 2012 10am-5pm M-Sa, 12-5pm Su. Museum of Life and Science, 433 Murray Ave. (919) 220-5429 |
| October 8 - 31, 2011 Youth Pumpkin Fundraiser Pumpkin fundraiser to support the youth activities and local missions throughout the year. Mums and hay bales will also be available. M-Sa 9am-9pm; Su 12-6pm. Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Church, 5731 N. Roxboro Rd. (919) 471-0032 |
| October 21, 2011 - November 19, 2011 "Homegrown/Under 35" Art Exhibit Curated by arts advocate Helen Griffin, "Homegrown/Under 35" features 16 young artists who share a common background: discovering their passion for the arts in the Durham Public Schools. FREE admission. October 21, 2011 - November 19, 2011 10am-6pm M-F, 10am-4pm Sa. Craven Allen Gallery/House of Frames, 1106-1/2 Broad St. (919) 286-4837 |
| October 21, 2011 - November 16, 2011 "NO ALTERNATIVES" - Finalists from Hand+Eye International Competition of Handcrafted Photography NO ALTERNATIVES takes art photography "two steps" farther, with edgy and surprising pieces created by experimental and/or antique processes. The resulting images are one-of-a-kind works of art. FREE admission. October 21, 2011 - November 16, 2011 T-F 10:30am-5:30pm, Sa 10:30am-4pm. Through This Lens, 303 E Chapel Hill St. (919) 687-0250 Brought to you by: Durham Visitor Center |
