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EVENTS NOT TO MISS
The Gala secufamilyhouse.org SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals hosts
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its annual gala 22 at Bay 7 in the American Tobacco District in Durham. All proceeds from the event will support Family House guests and help provide lodging, transportation and meals for those patients who would otherwise have to travel great distances to receive life-saving treatment at UNC. Held this year at Bay 7 in Durham, the SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals Gala raises critical funds for the nonprofit during a night of drinks, dinner and dancing.
Hog Day
A Tasteful Affair
hogday.org Dating back to 1983, Orange County’s largest and oldest event will return this year for two days of food and beverages, live music, handmade crafts, a 5K run and kidfriendly activities. All of the proceeds will support schools and nonprofits in the county.
rmhch.org The Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill hosts its signature tasting event at
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Dining for Others Sept. 21, 6-9 p.m.
mowocnc.org Purchase a ticket for an evening of food, drinks and fun to support Meals on Wheels Orange County, NC and its mission of alleviating hunger and reducing social isolation and loneliness among older adults in the area. The event, hosted at The Barn at Union Grove Farm, includes games, raffles and an auction. 10
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The Barn of Chapel Hill at Wild Flora Farm, complete with a silent auction, live
entertainment, a raffle and local food and beverage samples throughout the afternoon. All proceeds go toward helping the organization support children who are experiencing medical challenges and their families.
TABLE’s Empty Bowls Oct. 8, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
tablenc.org Join TABLE for its 11th annual fundraiser at the Carrboro Town Commons, featuring dinner and desserts, as well as live music and your choice of a handcrafted bowl made by
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local artists. This year, the organization hopes to exceed last year’s proceeds of $40,500, furthering its efforts to provide healthy meals to the children of Orange County.
Salt & Smoke Oct. 28, 2 p.m.
saltandsmokefest.com After a three-year hiatus, Acme Food & Beverage Company is set to bring back its annual afternoon affair, hosted at The Barn at Sonark Media, with barbecue, oysters and roasted clams from Shooting Point Oyster Company, along with Southern sides and sips. Live music performances, magicians and games will accompany the fare. CHM