Pittsboro-Siler City Convention & Visitors Bureau

For Friday's Sake
2026-05-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | For Garden’s Sake, 9197 Hwy 751 S, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
Need more time to shop? Well, you’re in luck because For Garden’s Sake extends its garden center hours during For Friday’s Sake, hosted on select Friday evenings in April and May, 5pm-8pm. The Potting Shed is open and serves beverages and Sunset Slush. Come enjoy live music, food trucks, drinks, sweet treats, and the patio ambiance as you take in the sunset. Come for the music, stay for the atmosphere, and enjoy a spring night amongst the flowers.
Don’t forget to bring lawn chairs or a blanket for seating – patio tables go fast! Admission is free, and no registration is required to attend, so bring your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers and enjoy the evening… For Friday’s Sake! Please check their calendar for the most up-to-date information on For Friday’s Sake events. The upcoming schedule of events is as follows:

Fri, Apr 17, 5pm-8pm Live Music: William Nesmith; Food Truck: Beef Street and a Pig.
Fri, Apr 24, 5pm-8pm Live Music: Sam Trebing; Food Truck: Thabirdman.
Fri, May 1, 5pm-8pm Live Music: Grace Lucia Lee; Food Truck: Deevine Dogs.
Fri, May 8, 5pm-8pm Live Music: William Nesmith; Food Truck: Thabirdman.
Fri, May 15, 5pm-8pm Live Music: Sterling Scott; Food Truck: Beef Street and a Pig.

Please note: For Garden’s Sake does not permit outside alcoholic beverages. They have a variety of drinks available at the Potting Shed. This free event takes place outdoors. Free parking is available on-site. See more events at For Garden’s Sake.

Siler City Downtown Music Series
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | NC Arts Incubator, 223 N Chatham Ave, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Join the NC Arts Incubator and The Chatham Rabbit for their Siler City Downtown Music Series every third Fri, Apr-Oct, 6pm-9pm. Their free downtown outdoor concert series features a broad range of local musicians who showcase various genres representative of North Carolina. Bring the entire family! Enjoy kids’ activities hosted by local non-profits, grab a bite to eat from one of their many rotating food vendors, and step into a few of the downtown stores that stay open late. Thirsty Skull Brewing usually stops by to serve some pints to listeners, and bmc brewing will make some special appearances this year as well. Siler City Downtown Music Series has featured performances from The Radio, Impulse Machine, Whoop, The Magnolia Klezmer Band, and more. Here is this year’s schedule:

Fri, Apr 17, 6pm-9pm Pat & The Kountry Boys.
Fri, May 15, 6pm-9pm Dorian Devins Quartet.
Fri, Jun 19, 5:30pm-8:30pm Juneteenth Celebration.
Fri, Jul 17, 6pm-9pm The Radio.
Fri, Aug 21, 6pm-9pm El Mirage.
Fri, Sep 18, 6pm-9pm Steele Street Band.
Fri, Oct 16, 6pm-9pm Impulse Machine.

This free, family-friendly event takes place outdoors. Free street parking is available nearby. See more events hosted by the NC Arts Incubator.

Live Piano Music at The Sycamore
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 500, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, 6pm-9pm, The Sycamore at Chatham Mills hosts live Live Piano Music. The series features a rotating list of local musicians. Past and present musicians include Kris Whitenack, Robert Griffin, Lindsey Rosebrook, and Stephanie Schmitt. See the upcoming lineup here.
See more events at The Sycamore at Chatham Mills.

Live Music: The Lids
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for Live Music with The Lids on Fri, May 15, 6pm-9pm. The Lids is a band composed of 5 guys and 2 gals who cover classic rock, Motown, and pop hits from yesteryear to today.
Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
There is no cover for music, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Bynum Front Porch Music
2026-05-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
The Bynum Front Porch Music Series takes place every Friday, May-Aug, 7pm-8:30pm at the Historic Bynum General Store, featuring a variety of bands spanning multiple musical genres, including gospel, folk, blues, rockabilly, and bluegrass. You can park at the Bynum ball field or in the field adjacent to the store. Doors open at 6:30pm, and food trucks are on-site. Directions. There is an outdoor stage (and an indoor one if it rains). No pets or alcohol. This event is open to the public and admission is free – no tickets required. A hat is passed around to collect contributions. There is usually at least one food vendor on-site.
2026 SCHEDULE

Fri, May 1, 7pm-8:30pm Secret Monkey Weekend.
Fri, May 8, 7pm-8:30pm John Howie, Jr.
Fri, May 15, 7pm-8:30pm Orange County Lockdown.
Fri, May 22, 7pm-8:30pm Gravy Boys.
Fri, May 29, 7pm-8:30pm The Old Ceremony.
Fri, Jun 5, 7pm-8:30pm Jack The Radio.
Fri, Jun 12, 7pm-8:30pm Dub Lorenzo.
Fri, Jun 19, 7pm-8:30pm Them.
Fri, Jun 26, 7pm-8:30pm Kit McCay.
Fri, Jul 3: NO MUSIC – ENJOY THE 4TH!
Fri, Jul 10, 7pm-8:30pm Mad Crush.
Fri, Jul 17, 7pm-8:30pm GrassStreet.
Fri, Jul 24, 7pm-8:30pm Bulltown Strutters.
Fri, Jul 31, 7pm-8:30pm Graymatter.
Fri, Aug 7, 7pm-8:30pm A Different Thread.
Fri, Aug 14, 7pm-8:30pm Nine Times Around.
Fri, Aug 21, 7pm-8:30pm Deep Chatham Ramblers.
Fri, Aug 28, 7pm-8:30pm Bluegrass Experience.

Year-round events, including a Christmas tree sale and a holiday bazaar. See a feature about geocaching in Bynum, produced by UNC-TV for NC Weekend and sponsored in part by the NC Division of Tourism, Film, and Sports Development. See more events at Bynum General Store.

MOSAIC Beach Music Series
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons, 457 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Shag the night away at the MOSAIC Beach Music Series, powered by Brightspeed! Join MOSAIC at Chatham Park at the Tommy Edwards Stage for the ultimate beach music bash. Grab your dancing shoes, join the shaggers on the dance floor, and dance like nobody’s watching! MOSAIC’s new dance floor is sponsored by the Sara Donaldson State Farm Insurance Agency.
The lawn opens at 6pm, and the concert begins at 7pm. This event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required. See the full schedule below and find your link to register:

Fri, Apr 17, 7pm-9pm The Castaways; Register.
Fri, May 1, 7pm-9pm The Catalinas; Register.
Fri, May 15, 7pm-9pm Blackwater Band; Register.
Fri, May 29, 7pm-9pm The Extraordinaires; Register.
Fri, Jun 12, 7pm-9pm Chairmen of the Board; Register.
Fri, Jun 26, 7pm-9pm Band of Oz; Register.

Anticipate bag checks and security screenings upon entry. Food or beverages purchased outside MOSAIC, weapons, and illegal substances are prohibited. Food and beverages will be available on-site for purchase – be prepared to present your receipt to event security. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Pets are welcome. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please clean up after your pet and dispose of pet waste in the appropriate bins (on-site pet waste stations are located throughout the property).
This event is held outdoors on the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons. Free event parking is available at 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC 27312. Guests can park in the Greek Kouzina parking lot and the adjacent parking lot. See more events hosted by MOSAIC at Chatham Park.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair-accessible event restrooms are available at the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons, located at 457 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC 27312, behind the Tommy Edwards Stage. Both wheelchair-accessible portapotties and indoor restrooms are open to the public. MOSAIC at Chatham Park’s common spaces around campus are wheelchair accessible for public use.
Accessible parking spaces and a drop-off location are available at 120 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC 27312, located in the 79°West and Hops & Berry Taproom parking lot. Upon arrival, present your Accessible Parking Placard to the event security personnel stationed at the entrance of the accessible parking lot and drop-off location for entry. MOSAIC also has multiple accessible parking spaces, centrally located in front of building entrances throughout the campus.
At this time, MOSAIC at Chatham Park does not offer sensory kits or quiet spaces for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals. However, they do offer a children’s play zone located beside the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons.

Wheelhouse Music Sessions: The Stifftones + Chet Nichols
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Fair Game Beverage Company, 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company in Pittsboro’s new listening room for Wheelhouse Music Sessions: The Stifftones + Chet Nichols on Fri, May 15, 7pm-9pm. The Stifftones are more than a band; they are the architects of a mission. Led by husband-and-wife duo Shaun and Rachel Stief, they operate as modern-day traveling bards, fueled by a philosophy of belief in the American Dream and the defiant spirit of rock’s golden age. Their sound—a potent fusion of Midwest grit, Bakersfield country, Inland Empire-inspired punk, East-Coast cheese, and heartfelt Rock and Roll, wrapped in magic—is what they call the “Rock & Roll Devival.” Imagine if Fleetwood Mac and The Rolling Stones had a love child….
Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento. The event takes place indoors, and the admission cost is $20 per person. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. There is free parking. Pets are not allowed. See all events at The Plant.

Candleglow Sound Bath Meditation
2026-05-15 19:30 - 20:30 | Starrlight Mead, 130 Lorax Ln, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
This night-time sonic ceremony is back by popular demand! Candleglow Sound Bath Meditation returns on the third Friday of each month from 7:30pm to 8:30pm at Starrlight Mead for a candle-lit evening sound bath featuring a variety of singing bowls, chimes, and percussion accompanying the human voice. Honoring seasonal cycles, Ancient Song Therapy crafts sonic landscapes conducive to relaxation, meditation, journey work, and integration.
This event costs $25 per person and is held indoors. RSVP is required. Please contact liodhruna@gmail.com for more information. Starrlight Mead is part of The Plant. The space is wheelchair accessible, with parking and entry available behind the production facility. Additional free parking is available on-site. Pets are not allowed. See all events at Starrlight Mead. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Ducklings and Donuts
2026-05-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-17 10:30 - 11:30 | My Little Farmer – Durham, 8794 NC-751, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
Join My Little Farmer for Ducklings and Donuts, hosted on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am.
Sun, May 17, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am.

Welcome the new ducklings! This visit includes interactions with the ducklings, water play, a craft, photo ops, and a delicious treat from Duck Donuts. The cost is $25 per child, and adult participation is required. Ideal for children ages 3-9, but ages 1-13 are welcome. There is a 25% sibbling discount for a second child and a 35% discount for a third child. See more My Little Farmer events.

NC History Book Club: Between the Lines
2026-05-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Chatham County Historical Museum, 9 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
As part of Chatham County’s year-long celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Chatham County Historical Association (CCHA) is hosting an NC History Book Club: Between the Lines, held on the third Saturday of every month in 2026, from 9:30am-10:30am. This monthly book club will explore North Carolina’s rich history through engaging nonfiction. Whether you’re a lifelong history lover or are simply curious about the people and events that shaped our state, join CCHA for conversation and lively discussion.
Register here for the June 2026 session, where you will discuss Fire on the Beach: Recovering the Lost Story of Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Lifesavers by David Wright and David Zoby. Fire on the Beach explores the dangers of 19th-century coastal transportation along North Carolina’s “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” where ships carrying goods and people faced constant danger. Through the story of Richard Etheridge and the all-black crew of the US Life-Saving Service, the crew faced discrimination and the dangers of the Atlantic, yet rose to heroism in their service. Participation is free, and you are welcome to bring friends. This month’s event takes place Sat, Jun 20, 9:30am-10:30am at the Chatham County Courthouse and Historical Museum.
All are welcome, and admission is free. To register and for more information, click here. This event takes place indoors. The Courthouse and Historical Museum is ADA-accessible. Free parking is available across the street in front of the Chatham County Government Annex. No pets allowed. This event is part of our Chatham Celebrates America 250 initiative. See more America 250 events. See more events hosted by The Chatham Historical Association.

Introduction to the Art of Bonsai
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | For Garden’s Sake, 9197 Hwy 751 S, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
Join For Garden’s Sake for Introduction to the Art of Bonsai. This engaging class is for those interested in learning about this fascinating horticultural art form. The class and hands-on workshop will teach the aesthetic aspects of classical bonsai, as well as the technical and horticultural fundamentals you’ll need to enjoy this wonderful hobby. The class will cover bonsai styles, design, pruning, wiring, container selection, potting, and care. Classes are held on the following dates:

Sat, Apr 18, 10am-2pm.
Sat, May 16, 10am-2pm.

Instructor Ken Hallatt is a bonsai artist, educator, and owner of Carolina Bonsai. He has over 40 years of experience, has trained with many gifted international bonsai artists, and enjoys sharing this “growing art” with others. He was previously the President of the Triangle Bonsai Society.
The fee for this class is $85 per person and includes all workshop materials you’ll need to create your very own bonsai, an introductory bonsai book, a detailed aftercare guide for your new tree, and light hors d’oeuvres. Payment at the time of registration is required to hold your spot. Registration without payment will be disregarded. This event takes place indoors at The Robin’s Nest. Free parking is available on-site. See more events at For Garden’s Sake.

Saturday Morning Market at The Plant
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for a Saturday Morning Market hosted every third Saturday, May-Aug, 10am-2pm. Sell your vintage, antiques, and secondhand goods, share items you’re ready to pass along, or simply come hunt for a good find. Shop, wander, and enjoy food and drinks from The Plant businesses throughout the day – grab coffee from Metal Brixx and Brunch at Ta Contento. Find vintage, antiques, secondhand goods, jewelry, furniture, rugs, lamps, tools, and oddities.
Think cafe meets flea market, meets arts and crafts, meets Facebook market. It’s meant to be a gathering spot for children and dogs and a little neighbor-to-neighbor trading. You might also see some local produce pop up from Little Pond Gardens and other tenants!
The vendor fee is $15 – you can apply here. Free and convenient parking. Free entry. Fully accessible. Family, kid, and leashed pet friendly.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies indoors vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. There is free parking. See all events at The Plant.

Jayne Anne Phillips: Small Town Girls
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:00 | McIntyre’s Books, 220 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for Jayne Anne Phillips, Small Town Girls: A Writer’s Memoir on Sat, May 16, 11am-12pm. This free event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. The space is wheelchair accessible. No pets allowed. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.
BOOK SUMMARY
Tender, inviting, sparkling with wisdom and open-heartedness, Small Town Girls is part coming-of-age story, part social history, Jayne Anne Phillips’s most personal, most accessible book yet—a love letter to the place and the people who have shaped her perceptions and her writing.
AUTHOR BIOS
Jayne Anne Phillips is the author of Black Tickets, Machine Dreams, Fast Lanes, Shelter, MotherKind, Lark and Termite, Quiet Dell, and Night Watch, which was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2024. Her work has been a finalist once for the National Book Award and twice for the National Book Critics Circle Award. The recipient of Guggenheim, National Endowment for the Arts, Howard, Bunting, and Rockefeller Foundation Fellowships, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters. She lives in Boston and New York.

Gin Season Opening Day at The Plant
2026-05-16 12:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for Gin Season Opening Day on Sat, May 16, 12pm-6pm. Spend the day enjoying all things gin! The day will feature craft cocktail classes and signature drinks, an informational talk covering the history of gin, live music from Matty Frank and The Bobbies from 3pm-5pm, and plenty of sunshine!
Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Talks at The Plant: A Brief History of Gin
2026-05-16 12:30 - 13:30 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for a special edition of Talks at The Plant: A Brief History of Gin on Sat, May 16, 12:30pm-1:30pm. Join Master Distiller George Dusek for an informational hour all about the history of gin. Everything from the botanicals used to the infusion process and bottling will be discussed. Tastings of Fair Game’s Balancing Act Gin will also be available! This event is part of Gin Season Opening Day.
Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Quilting Basics – Beginner
2026-05-16 12:30 - 16:00 | Quilted Needle Fabrics, 350 East Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Quilted Needle for this Quilting Basics – Beginner class, hosted every Saturday, May 2-May 30, 12:30pm-4pm. In the quilting basics class, students will learn essential quilting techniques, including cutting, piecing, pressing, quilting, and binding. This class is ideal for confident beginners – you must know how to sew. Class is $145 for all sessions, pattern included. Each session is 3.5 hours. Registration for the class is available by calling Quilted Needle at 919.214.9848 or in person at Quilted Needle.
See more events at Quilted Needle.

Teaching Art as a Small Business
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd, Suite 120, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join 79° West and the Chatham Artist’s Guild for Teaching Art as a Small Business on Sat, May 16, 1pm-3pm. Kathy Flood, a well-established fine artist and teacher, leads a practical, confidence-building workshop on structuring, pricing, and promoting your art classes. To register, please click here before Sat, May 9, 2026. This workshop is open to adults, teens 14 and older, and CAG members in Chatham County. Class size is limited to 10-14 people. Make sure to bring a laptop, pen, and paper for taking notes.

This indoor event is open to coworking members and the public. Part of MOSAIC at Chatham Park. See all events at MOSAIC.

Nancy Johnston Hall: Sweet Fields Beyond
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | McIntyre’s Books, 220 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for Nancy Johnston Hall, Sweet Fields Beyond in conversation with Susan Ketchinr on Sat, May 16, 2pm-3pm. This free event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. The space is wheelchair accessible. No pets allowed. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.
BOOK SUMMARY
THE YEAR IS 1837. When widow Louisa Evans, with no belongings or purpose, joins her sister and brother-in-law on a 700-mile arduous trek by wagon train from Pennsylvania, she hopes for a fresh start. Their destination is the Black Hawk Purchase, a wild, unsettled expanse along the Mississippi, soon to be called Iowa. And the journey west is only the beginning… When tragedy strikes, Louisa and her brother-in-law, Isaac, must build a farm alone on virgin land, enduring backbreaking labor, shared grief, and impossible moral choices. Through her unflinching journal, Louisa records each trial in a voice both lyrical and candid, a widow’s quiet passage from invisibility toward self-possession.
AUTHOR BIOS
For her first novel, Nancy Johnston Hall chose to write a fictionalized version of her own ancestors’ stories, who were among the first to settle in the Blackhawk Territory—present-day Iowa. An evocative letter passed down in her family from the real Louisa Evans, her great-great-grandmother, inspired the literate, introspective voice of her fictional Louisa’s journal. Because she’s happiest when she’s in her creative zone, Nancy retired reluctantly from her career as an award-winning medical journalist and documentary filmmaker. As co-owner of a health communication company—her dream job—she wrote everything from brochures and books to television PSAs, documentary scripts, billboard slogans, on and on. When she and her husband moved from Minnesota to North Carolina, she found a new form of writing—personal essays. When she ran out of “life” to write about, her writing group suggested she try fiction. Oh my goodness, as her protagonist, Louisa, would say, is she happy she followed their advice? Nancy now lives in the deep woods near Chapel Hill with her husband and has begun a second novel about England and Paris during the 1920 and 30s.
Susan Ketchin is an author, editor, and teacher who lives in Chapel Hill. Author of The Christ-Haunted Landscape: Faith and Doubt in Southern Fiction (University Press of Mississippi), essays, and short fiction, Ketchin has taught creative writing at Duke University and North Carolina State University. She has served as Associate Editor at Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, fiction editor at Southern Exposure and DoubleTake Magazines, and fiction and poetry editor of the St. Andrews Review. She is currently an editor with the North Carolina Writers’ Network’s Critique and Editing Service. Ketchin enjoys leading workshops and retreats in creative writing, songwriting, and publishing your works, most recently with the Arts School in Carrboro, NC.

Live Music: Matty Frank and The Bobbies
2026-05-16 15:00 - 17:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for Live Music with Matty Frank and The Bobbies on Sat, May 16, 3pm-5pm. Fresh off their 2025 East Coast tour, Matty Frank and the Bobbies blend indie-rock energy with lush orchestral pop via omnichord flair, dramatic violin textures, gritty guitar solos, soaring clarinet tooting, bumping bass lines, and polyrhythmic drum fills that make you question where you are and what you hear. A fixture in NC’s music scene for several years, they’ve played Cat’s Cradle, Hopscotch, Pour House, and Carrboro Music Fest.
Self-taught in his musical and engineering knowledge, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Matty Frank creates naturalist art pop for modern druids, infusing each phrase with an intangible sparkliness. Praised for his hauntingly specific and relatable lyricism, he taps into community and global consciousness to converse with those who daydream of a more fantastical, shinier world, real or otherwise, through music and visuals. His sprinkling of delectable pop melodic shapes onto fantastically cinematic, whimsical, video game-inspired sound palettes makes for one-of-a-kind listening and performance experiences.
There is no cover for music, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Live Music at Galloway's
2026-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | The Belted Goat, Market Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, 27312, United States
Visit The Belted Goat/Galloway’s Bar at Fearrington Village, for live music, local beer on tap, and wine by the glass Wednesday-Saturday, 5pm-7pm. Check out their events calendar to see who’s playing.
Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

Orchid Gallery: Twilight Hours Small Group Classes
2026-05-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Orchid Gallery, 2698 Hanks Chapel Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join the Orchid Gallery for Twilight Hours Small Group Classes, hosted on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 6:30pm-8pm.
Sat, Jun 13, 6:30pm-8pm.
Sat, Jul 11, 6:30pm-8pm.

This twilight class is offered to groups of 3-6 people in the early evening. This time of day is the most beautiful as the sun pours in at a low angle, casting shadows and silhouettes. Your group will tour the greenhouses and ask questions about orchid cultivation. Make a reservation in Pittsboro for later in the evening – consider West End Kitchen & Catering, The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, Cafe Root Cellar, or The Beagle, to name a few of many options. This event is bring-your-own-beverage – consider stopping by and picking something up from one of our craft beverage makers. Sunset times change throughout the year, so if this time and day do not work for your group, please contact them with a time that works for you so they can accommodate you.
The tour and class take about an hour and a half. Classes are $200 per group. This event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. No pets allowed. See more Orchid Gallery events.

Live Music: Cross Tie at City Tap
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 | City Tap, 89 Hillsboro Street, Suite B, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The City Tap for Live Music with Cross Tie on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 7:30pm-9:30pm.
Sat, Jun 27, 7:30pm-9:30pm.

On Saturdays, enjoy $3.50 mimosas or a bottle for $12.50, with your choice of orange, pineapple, cranberry, or grapefruit juice.
This event takes place at The City Tap. There is no cover charge for this event, but tipping the musicians is recommended. The patio is wheelchair-accessible from the back of the building. There is a lift to the second floor, and the service area is located on the secondary staircase that connects to the patio. See all events at City Tap.

Chatham Artists Guild Spring Art Festival
2026-05-17 11:00 - 17:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Save the date for the first-ever Chatham Artists Guild Spring Art Festival on Sun, May 17, 11am-5pm at The Plant. This free, family-friendly event will feature Guild artists displaying and selling original artwork in a vibrant outdoor setting. Guests will enjoy live music throughout the day along with food and beverage vendors, creating a lively atmosphere where art and community come together. With ample parking and open green space for children to explore, the festival offers something for all ages. Whether you are a longtime supporter of the arts or discovering Chatham’s creative community for the first time, this inaugural event promises to be a beautiful spring day filled with inspiration. The Guild hopes this celebration will become a cherished annual tradition.
Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
Free parking is available onsite. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Fairy Hair for Everyone!
2026-05-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Starrlight Mead, 130 Lorax Ln, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Come add some sparkle to your hair with Fairy Hair for Everyone! on Sun, May 17, 1pm-4pm. Starrlight’s favorite fairy and Pittsboro’s own Fairy Elizabeth is coming to sparkle you up! Finklepott’s Fairy Hair is here to help you shine! The appointment signup page is here!
This event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. Starrlight Mead is wheelchair-accessible. No pets allowed. Starrlight Mead is part of The Plant. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Live Music: Are.We.Them? at The City Tap
2026-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 | City Tap, 89 Hillsboro Street, Suite B, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The City Tap for Live Music with Are.We.Them? on Sun, May 17, 3pm-5pm. On Sundays, enjoy $5.00 Bloody Marys and $4.00 Salty Dogs.
This event takes place at The City Tap. There is no cover charge for this event, but tipping the musicians is recommended. The patio is wheelchair accessible from the back of the building, and there is a lift to the second floor and the service area located on the secondary staircase that connects to the patio. See all events at City Tap.

Astrology at Fair Game
2026-05-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Fair Game Beverage Company, 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Lynn Hayes for a fun evening of Astrology in the Fair Game Beverage Company Wheelhouse on the third Monday of every month, 6pm-8pm. Learn about important upcoming astro events and ask questions about your own chart. All levels of knowledge are welcome.
Come early or stay late for a chance to sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
Free parking is available on-site. The free event takes place indoors in the Wheelhouse at Fair Game Beverage Company. Pets are not allowed. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. See all events at Fair Game Beverage Company. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.
