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SUMMARY:Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Not Your Mother’s Gingerbread Competition\nHomes for the Holidays is an annual event held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough\, NC to celebrate the creative arts and bring joy to our community this holiday season. Although it’s a contest\, the goal is to spread joy\, create a festive atmosphere…and add to your shopping experience as you explore gift options for friends and family. \nAll aspiring gingerbread artists and architects are invited to participate and have fun showcasing your creative streak and holiday spirit! \nView the Houses December 7\, 2025 – January 5\, 2026\nVoting open through December 20th\nPeople’s Choice award winners will be announced December 20th at the Solstice Lantern Walk
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/
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SUMMARY:Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Chestnut Ridge on November 22\, 2025 for our Annual Trail Run! We have a 4 mile option for runners/walkers of all ages\, and an 8 miles option for runner only. Come join the fun!\nProceeds from the race will benefit ministries at camp such as the Chestnut Ridge Campership Fund which helps provide scholarships for children and youth in financial need\, so that they can have positive camp experiences at Chestnut Ridge. By running in the race\, you can help send a kid to camp this summer! The race will be run entirely on trails and camp roads (dirt and gravel). The course will feature rolling hills through old hardwood forests and go around a 10 acre lake. Water stations will be provided.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/camp-chestnut-ridge-trail-run/
LOCATION:Camp Chestnut Ridge\, 4300 Camp Chestnut Ridge Rd\, Efland\, NC\, 27243\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Fundraiser,Hiking,Recreation
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SUMMARY:Holiday Card Making Drop In Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:We will have lots of different cardmaking supplies for you to create your own designs! No instruction\, but examples and guidance in how to use different mediums from friendly people. \nNo registration\, drop in anytime between 10 am and 4 pm. Pay as you please\, $ 20 or if over 14 cards made\, $1.50 to $2 per card suggested\, but we know everyone’s time and supply usage is different\, so please pay what you think is fair and can afford.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/holiday-card-making-drop-in-open-studio/
LOCATION:Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/ F-Stop 2\, 302 W Corbin\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:The Art of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Ayr Mount Tours 2025
DESCRIPTION:Located in Hillsborough\, North Carolina\, Ayr Mount strikes a startling figure in the historical town. The 1815 federal\, masonry edifice was the first of its kind in this once bustling trade town\, and thanks to the preservation efforts of our founder Richard Jenrette\, remains well preserved with several original family objects on display. \nCAHPT invites you to explore the site to learn about the design\, construction\, and maintenance of the estate as well as the lives of those\, enslaved and free\, who crafted and occupied the extravagant home and landscape from 1820 to 2018. \nVisitors are welcome to explore the site select Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays April through November. Guided tours will be offered Thursday & Friday at 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Tour times for Saturday take place at 11:00am\, 1:00pm\, and 2:30pm. All guests must purchase tickets in advance. \nTickets can be bought here: https://secure.jenrette.org/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents \nThis is a potentially strenuous tour which includes climbing stairs\, traversing uneven terrain\, and enduring uncomfortable weather conditions and the presence of bugs or other wildlife. We regret that we cannot be responsible for those needing assistance and encourage all guests to dress accordingly. No food or beverages are allowed in the houses with the exception of a closed bottle of water.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/ayr-mount-tours-2025/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Ayr Mount Historic Site\, 376 St. Mary's Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tour
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SUMMARY:Dewey's Bakery Holiday Store benefiting the Orange High School Band
DESCRIPTION:🎶 Support the Orange High School Band! 🎶 \nThe OHS Band Dewey’s Fundraising Store is now open! 🥁🍪 \nStop by and stock up on your favorite Moravian Cookies\, Sugar Cakes\, and more — all while supporting our amazing Orange High School Band students. Every purchase helps fund instruments\, uniforms\, competitions\, and travel opportunities for our talented musicians! 🎺🎷 \n✨ Treat yourself AND support the arts — it’s a win-win! ✨ \n📍 Location: 200 North Churton Street\, Hillsborough (Located above the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce)🕒 Hours: Open Daily through December 24th: Weekdays 1-7PM\, Saturday 10-7PM\, Sunday 11-5PM \nThank you for helping us keep the music playing at Orange High! 🧡
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/deweys-bakery-holiday-store-benefiting-the-orange-high-school-band/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Bar(n)BQ BASH At The Bar(n) at Sonark Farms
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a toe-tappin’\, tastebud-temptin’ good time at The Bar(n) at Sonark Farms as we fire up the grill for our BAR(n)BQ BASH — a full day of food\, live music from two bands\, and a whole lot of community in the charm of the countryside. \nWith this classic pig pickin’and community dinner — we’ll provide the BBQ — you bring a side dish to share with friends and neighbors. \n1:00 PM – Doors Open\n3:00 PM – Scott Buechler\, Singer/songwriter\n4:00 PM – It’s time to eat!\n6:00 PM – Orange County Lockdown\nThe fun rolls on until 11:00 PM! \nNo cover charge\, but a donation in the range of $10–$20 per person is suggested. All ages are welcome — so bring your family\, your friends\, and your appetite for great food\, great music\, and even better company. It’s the perfect way to spend a fall day at Sonark Farms! \nAuthentic Belgian beers\, fine wines\, craft cocktails\, and non-alcoholic options are available for purchase. \nPlease RSVP to help us make sure there’s plenty of BBQ for everyone!\nRSVP LINK:https://www.sonarkfarms.com/event-details/bar-n-bq-bash \nSat\, Nov 22\, 1:00PM – 11:00PM\nThe Barn(n) at Sonark Farms\n5292 Sonark Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\nwww.sonarkfarms.com
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/barnbq-bash-at-the-barn-at-sonark-farms/
LOCATION:sonark Farms\, 2592 Sonark Lane\, Hillsborough\, North Carolina\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Family,Food/Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Concert and Singalong to benefit local food banks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, November 22 at Eno House for a community singalong and fundraiser supporting local efforts around food insecurity and SNAP assistance. We’ll be performing familiar pieces from our choir repertoire along with classic singalong favorites like Stand By Me\, Lean On Me\, Take Me Home Country Roads\, My Girl\, and more. \nDoors open at 3 pm and the event is open to all ages. A suggested donation of 20 dollars will go toward local organizations working to address food insecurity here in Orange County. \nIf you enjoy community music\, want to support a good cause\, or just feel like singing with neighbors\, we’d love to see you there.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/concert-and-singalong-to-benefit-local-food-banks/
LOCATION:The Eno House\, 903 Eno St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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