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EVENTS NOT TO MISS
‘BLUE’ cassilhaus.com
MAY-AUG
PHOTO BY HEATHER EVANS SMITH
22-21
This powerful and potent new body of art by photographer Heather Evans Smith at
Cassilhaus uses the color blue to
evoke a period in her 40s when she lost her father and experienced depression.
“Stain” by Heather Evans Smith is just one of the visual artist’s photographs on display at Cassilhaus this summer during the exhibit titled “Blue.”
‘How I Learned What I Learned’
Foundation host this eighth annual series
April 27-May 15 playmakersrep.org Head over to PlayMakers Repertory Company’s Paul Green Theatre for August Wilson’s autobiographical journey through his days as a young poet, his first few jobs, an early relationship and his encounters with racism. This heartfelt theatrical memoir, directed by Tia James, chronicles the great playwright’s journey through adversity and what it means to be a Black artist in America.
Freight Train Blues Music Series Fridays, May 13-June 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. musicmaker.org The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department and Music Maker 10
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that honors the legacy of the late Carrboro musician Elizabeth Cotten. The five free Friday evening concerts at the Carrboro Town Commons feature performances from artists such as Gail Ceasar, Tad Walters and Lil’ Jimmy Reed. Beer and food will be available for purchase.
Writers for Readers May 15, 4 p.m. orangeliteracy.org/wfr22 Spend a family-friendly afternoon at The Forest Theatre with Grammy-nominated musician and author Pierce Freelon as he gives a lively reading from his children’s book, “Daddy-Daughter Day.” Don’t miss the musical performance by Pierce and special guest Rissi Palmer, all in support of Orange Literacy’s efforts to make literacy available to all.
Farm-to-Table Dinner Party May 20-21 orangehabitat.org Support Habitat for Humanity of Orange County and its mission of affordable housing in Orange County by picking up meals to enjoy at home Friday or attending the dinner party on Saturday at Teer Farm, both featuring the delicious creations of chef Paris Mishoe. Don’t forget to bid on silent auction items online from May 9-22.
Spring Outdoor Concert May 21, 2-7 p.m. kidzuchildrensmuseum.com Join Kidzu Children’s Museum as they bring together local music, food trucks and craft brewers in a celebration hosted at Coon Rock Farm. There will be tons of hands-on activities for the entire family.