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...
Join CORE for their first Brunch and Learn of the year at Quiltmaker Cafe on Sat, Feb 21, 10am-1pm, featuring guest speaker Dr. Sonny Kelly of Legacy Heirs Production, Inc. During this three-hour session, you'll learn: How to turn conversation into collective action. Tools for having hard but productive conversations. Communication and conflict-navigation skills. Clear next steps for...
Join 79° West and the Chatham Artist's Guild for a Wang Ning Chinese Calligraphy Workshop on Sat, Feb 21, 11am-4pm. A day of immersion in traditional Chinese brushwork and the meditative exploration of its relationship to ink and paper, Wang Ning welcomes both beginners and experienced practitioners. Step by step, Master Wang will guide you in this...
Join the Chatham Community Library for this Goldston America 250 Film Series, hosted every fourth Tuesday, January-December 2026, 4pm-6pm. America 250’s mission is to honor and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. The Goldston Library will screen the following documentaries and films: Tue, Jan 27, 4pm-6pm The Congress, Ken Burns. Tue,...
Join the Chatham County Historical Association for The Regulator Movement and the Revolution in the North Carolina Backcountry on Sun, Mar 1, 2pm-3:30pm. Carole Troxler, Professor Emerita at Elon University, will discuss the years leading up to the American Revolution, in which yeoman farmers in North Carolina’s Piedmont farmland became increasingly angry about the corruption and dishonesty among...
Join FireClay Cellars for an Author Talk with Donna Everhart on Mon, Mar 9, 1:30pm-4pm. During this special afternoon conversation and storytelling, Donna Everhart discusses her new novel, "Women of a Promiscuous Nature". Bring a friend and enjoy this free, public event. Adults ages 21+ are welcome. Reservations are required; please RSVP at [email protected]. Free parking is available...
Join the Chatham Community Library for It's Elementary: America 250 Fun and Games hosted on the second Thursday of every month, 4pm-5pm. Elementary-age kids are invited to explore America's past through a variety of crafts and games. This FREE, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors in the...
Join McIntyre's Books for Hear Us Now: Acclaimed Women Novelists on the Erasure of Women’s Voices, featuring Jill McCorkle, Nell Joslin, and Terri Lewis on Sat, Mar 14, 11am-12:30pm. In honor of Women's History Month, novelists Jill McCorkle, Nell Joslin, and Terri Lewis discuss the absence of women's voices in literature and history and how, in...
Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day at The Plant on Sat, Mar 14, 12pm-8pm. They have an exciting day planned, featuring live music, Irish dancing, Irish food, Irish beer and cider, and festivities all around! PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE 1pm-4pm: The O' Carolinians Irish Group. 4pm-4:30pm: Kilpatrick Irish Dance Performance. Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham...
Join Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant for a St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Sat, Mar 14, 12pm-11pm and Tue, Mar 17, 11am-11pm in downtown Pittsboro. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at your favorite neighborhood Irish pub with a two-day-long outdoor party, live Irish music, Irish food, Irish dancers, and live bagpipes that the whole family will love! The...
Join Bynum Front Porch for monthly Mill Town Yarns Storytelling and Live Performances,hosted on selected Saturdays, September 2025-August 2026. Experience the magic of storytelling and live performance in this charming former mill village. Each month, top storytellers, singer/songwriters, and other performers share their craft within the historic walls of the Bynum General Store. Enjoy intimate one-of-a-kind...
Pittsboro Gallery of Arts is pleased to announce the return of 3rd Friday Artist Receptions. Each month, they highlight a new artist and offer an opportunity to meet them and ask about their work. Beverages and snacks will accompany. These events are held every third Friday, 5pm-8pm. Featured artists are announced on their Facebook Page. See more...
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...
Join the Chatham Community Library for this Goldston America 250 Film Series, hosted every fourth Tuesday, January-December 2026, 4pm-6pm. America 250’s mission is to honor and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. The Goldston Library will screen the following documentaries and films: Tue, Jan 27, 4pm-6pm The Congress, Ken Burns. Tue,...
Join Two Sisters Adventure Company for a Bald Eagle Search Paddle at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, hosted on select dates throughout 2026. Jordan Lake is one of the best Bald Eagle viewing locations in the region. You will paddle past multiple nesting areas in search of our majestic national bird. While sightings are not guaranteed, Bald Eagles...
The Annual Chatham County Spring Ag Fest celebrates our area's agriculture, forestry, and natural resources. This free community event occurs Sat, Mar 28, 10am-3pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center. It offers something for everyone: livestock arena events, pony rides, demonstrations, food trucks, Ready Set Grow Magic Show, and more. Indoor and outdoor exhibitors...
The Lowrider Times C.C. Car Show returns to Pittsboro on Sat, Apr 4, 11am-10pm at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. Attendees can enjoy a display of lowrider vehicles, live music, vendors, food trucks, and more. The event includes a $3,000 hopping payout. Entrance costs $20, with car entries at $50 and bicycles and pedal cars at...
Join the Chatham Community Library for It's Elementary: America 250 Fun and Games hosted on the second Thursday of every month, 4pm-5pm. Elementary-age kids are invited to explore America's past through a variety of crafts and games. This FREE, family-friendly event is open to the public. No registration is required. The event will take place indoors in the...
Join The Plant for an Art Reception with Viktor Kramarenko on Sat, Apr 11, 1pm-4pm at Smelt Art Gallery. This reception features local artists like Alla Chernata, Polina Kolomoiets, and Maryna Kapustina, as well as artists living in Ukraine: Oleksandr Oparii, Olesia Vakulenko, Oleksandr Andriev, and Vasyl Khodakivsky. Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the...
Join the Chatham Community Library for an Author Event with Robin Hall on Sat, Apr 11, 2pm-3pm. Meet Pittsboro's own Robin Hall, author and textile artist. Her debut picture book, The Littlest Weaver, features stunning illustrations that capture the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and depict the rich Appalachian weaving tradition. During this event, Robin will read...
