ClydeFEST April 14
Get out and play at this family-friendly festival at Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center. Enjoy old-school games, live performances, local vendors and art on display. Plus, check out “The Locals,” an exhibit of Chatham Arts Council-commissioned works inspired by past or present Chatham County residents. chathamartscouncil.org
Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival of Music & Dance May 2-May 5
‘Frozen: The Broadway Musical’ April 19-21
Experience the magic of “Frozen: The Broadway Musical” as it comes to life on the Jordan-Matthews High School stage in Siler City. The school was selected in a nationwide competition to premiere Elsa and Anna's adventures in sisterhood on stage – with three performances, don't miss your chance to see this exciting event. jmarts.org
Get your groove on! This event promises a family-friendly weekend of music, dance, art and education. Enjoy live performances, interactive workshops, local vendors and vibrant cultural experiences. shakorihills.org
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Spring Chicken Festival
Chatham Literacy welcomes the community for its 13th annual spring luncheon at Governors Club. Author and violinist Brendan Slocumb is the
Flock to downtown Siler City for this annual celebration of chicken. Three blocks of Chatham Street will come alive with music, inflatables, craft vendors and a mouthwatering array of food trucks. It’s feather-ruffling fun for the whole family! silercity.org cm
April 25 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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6 events you won't want to miss
Spring for Literacy Luncheon
May 2 & May 4
Catch the 70-member community chorus made up of residents of Fearrington Village, Galloway Ridge and surrounding areas in full effect at their spring concert. The chorus has a history spanning back to 1990 and has been under the direction of Matt Fry since 2014. The May 2 concert takes place at Chapel in the Pines Presbyterian Church and the May 4 concert will be held at Hugh Chapin Auditorium at Galloway Ridge. fearringtonvillagesingers.org C H AT H A M M AG A Z I N E
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featured speaker this year. The event is a key fundraiser for the nonprofit’s mission of providing adults throughout Chatham County with foundational literacy skills, empowering them to obtain employment, improve job performance, become U.S. citizens and more. chathamliteracy.org
Fearrington Village Singers Spring Concert
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May 4 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.