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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T210000
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SUMMARY:Last Fridays and the Art Walk!
DESCRIPTION:FREE monthly events celebrating ART\, CULTURE\, and COMMUNITY in Hillsborough\, NC\, featuring: \n⭐ The Art Walk (Year-Round) – 28+ participating venues offer monthly artist receptions\, demonstrations\, mini markets\, live music\, and more. \n⭐ Living Arts in River Park (April – October) – Community drumming\, dance\, and interactive opportunities with the Living Arts Collective in Hillsborough’s River Park. No matter your experience or comfort level with drumming or dance\, these gatherings are an opportunity to expand. All are welcome. \n⭐ Last Fridays Makers Markets & *NEW* Live on the Lawn Performance Series (May – October) – Local artists\, community groups\, community arts & crafts\, and live performances at the Old Orange County Courthouse Lawn. \nApplications to become an Approved Vendor for 2025 Last Fridays Makers Markets are NOW OPEN. Local artists and organizations/community groups are encouraged to apply. \nLearn about each monthly lineup\, download the itinerary\, and CHOOSE YOUR LAST FRIDAYS ADVENTURE at www.lastfridays.org*! \n*Details on this page are generally finalized the week before each Last Friday event. \nThis program was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council\, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Additional support is provided by the Tourism Board of the Town of Hillsborough.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/last-fridays-and-the-art-walk/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Festival,Free,Live Music,Maker,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000
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SUMMARY:Concert on the Courtyard Series
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to May at The Colonial Inn!\nThe flowers aren’t the only things blooming this month—so is our live music lineup \n>>> Check out the schedule below:\n\nWednesday May 14th: Tea Cup Gin 6pm\nWednesday May 21st: Bob Hartford 6pm\nMonday May 26th: Houda Idrissi 6pm\nFriday May 30th: Charlotte Morris 6pm – Part of Hillsborough Arts Council’s Last Fridays & Art Walk\n\n\n\nSponsored by Hillsborough Real Estate Group \nLet May be full of music\, memories\, and community.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/concert-on-the-courtyard-series/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:The Colonial Inn\, 153 W King St.\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at the Mill
DESCRIPTION:FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE MILL\nFRIDAY\, JUNE 6 | 7-9PM | FREE & OPEN TO ALL\nOpen artist studios with the Eno Arts Mill Studio Artists\nLocal food truck La Republica Tacos\nLive music from Tre. Charles\nBeer from Ponysaurus Brewing\, wine\, and NA beer selections\nFree Art-making Activities for all ages with Mer Haggerty \nLiberation\nFeaturing Tiffney Marley\n\nWith Guest Artists: Michael Brown\, Reginald Chandler\, Andrea Degette\, Cathy Gilliard\, Tom Guthrie\, Jackie Liggins\, Jennifer Miller\, Denise Page\, Anathea Portier-Young\nABOUT THE SHOW: \nThis show will invoke the spirit of our African ancestors who streamed from the “Cradle of Humanity” and manifested ALL of us into a thriving future despite attempts of annihilation and erasure. Our ancestors vested us with a power that centers love\, joy\, hope\, soul\, determination\, creativity\, dignity\, and shared humanity. It is this power that will indeed help us to navigate the complexities of this moment and enable us to gaze upon and manifest a flourishing\, liberated future for all. With this in mind\, the show will be a mixed-media installation aimed to inspire hope\, human connection and ultimately heal hearts and minds. In the spirit of Sankofa\, “Liberation” will draw on the wisdom of the past\, to inform the complexities of the present\, and ultimately illuminate a future that is inevitable if we stay the course. \nABOUT THE MUSIC\nTre. Charles: The nomadic\, self-taught\, soul searching troubadour has effectively and dynamically been able to disassemble the idea of an artist needing to be accredited to be accomplished. With an old soul and a fresh perspective\, he has cultivated soundscapes and wave therapy on some of the musical worlds biggest stages such as Newport Jazz Festival\, TEDx\, and NPR while simultaneously staying steadfast in his belief of authentic quality over quantity; and it is with that stance that Charles has acquired cosigns from the likes of GRAMMY AWARD winning artists such as Son Little\, Cedric Burnside\, and Hip-Hop legends Digable Planets and Arrested Development; of which he has been direct support on a string of sold out shows. The D’angelico Guitars and Supro endorsed Charles’s inquisitive introspection has caught the attention of over 300k listeners across streaming platforms; not to mention the countless listeners he has captivated at venues\, festivals\, and conferences. His unique sonics have entertained and helped heal those who have listened\, and Charles plans to continue that standard with his newest EP\, “Here We Are.”\, ushering in a new era; elevating his artistry and vision to new heights once again.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/first-fridays-at-the-mill-3/
LOCATION:Eno Arts Mill\, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road\, Suite 17\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family,Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T230000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T220000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20250508T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20220603T160912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T191759Z
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SUMMARY:Songwriters in The Round
DESCRIPTION:Kirk Ridge hosts a monthly Songwriters in The Round at Yonder. Each month three singer/songwriters share their stories and songs on Yonder stage.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/songwriters-in-the-round/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T220000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T200000
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Party @ Eno River Farm
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be celebrating the start of summer with a summer solstice party on June 20th! We’ll have three bands playing throughout the day starting at 11am. La República Taco Truck will be here from noon until 8pm. So mark your calendars to come out and celebrate summer with us!
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/summer-solstice-party-eno-river-farm/
LOCATION:Eno River Farm\, 2127 St Marys Road\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Kids,Live Music,Outdoor,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20250508T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20240108T154832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20250509T195846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T140448Z
UID:10009870-1751045400-1751058000@visithillsboroughnc.com
SUMMARY:Last Fridays and the Art Walk!
DESCRIPTION:FREE monthly events celebrating ART\, CULTURE\, and COMMUNITY in Hillsborough\, NC\, featuring: \n⭐ The Art Walk (Year-Round) – 28+ participating venues offer monthly artist receptions\, demonstrations\, mini markets\, live music\, and more. \n⭐ Living Arts in River Park (April – October) – Community drumming\, dance\, and interactive opportunities with the Living Arts Collective in Hillsborough’s River Park. No matter your experience or comfort level with drumming or dance\, these gatherings are an opportunity to expand. All are welcome. \n⭐ Last Fridays Makers Markets & *NEW* Live on the Lawn Performance Series (May – October) – Local artists\, community groups\, community arts & crafts\, and live performances at the Old Orange County Courthouse Lawn. \nApplications to become an Approved Vendor for 2025 Last Fridays Makers Markets are NOW OPEN. Local artists and organizations/community groups are encouraged to apply. \nLearn about each monthly lineup\, download the itinerary\, and CHOOSE YOUR LAST FRIDAYS ADVENTURE at www.lastfridays.org*! \n*Details on this page are generally finalized the week before each Last Friday event. \nThis program was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council\, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Additional support is provided by the Tourism Board of the Town of Hillsborough.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/last-fridays-and-the-art-walk/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Festival,Free,Live Music,Maker,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T203000
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CREATED:20250611T134831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T134831Z
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SUMMARY:So Much Color
DESCRIPTION:So Much Color \nBeginning June 24th at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, is a show featuring 3 artists with very different processes and styles. The thing they do have in common is color – hence the show title\, “So Much Color”. \nKaidy Lewis has refined a process of abstract expressionism that brings to the canvas a feeling\, a subject\, or a current affair which she experiences as making no sense.  Her conversation with paint is a subjective\, exploratory\, and investigative process.  Lewis’ paintings are multi-layered and complex; they are a synthesis of inanimate objects and ambiguous figures\, within aesthetics of beauty\, color\, rhythm and design.  This semi-abstract visual art is an endeavor to deconstruct autobiographical chaos into some type of joyous humor that provokes the subconscious in the viewer and makes a space for connection.  Hints are embedded into the canvas in the hope that the conversation in paint quietens the ego and softens the noise of the world.  Lewis sees her practice as a health regimen that can create confidence\, community and compassion.  She was born in the UK and attended art college in London\,  and now works out of two studios located in the Raleigh/Durham area of North Carolina. \nMark Kinsella\, 3D fused glass artist\, combines color and shape with eye-catching results.  His conception of a glass piece begins with a vague idea of color or texture.  As he starts putting it together\, it takes on a life of its own and can end up being totally different than what he had in mind at the beginning.  For him working with glass is a metaphor for life.  When he works with glass\, he is reminded that life\, like glass\, is fragile.  And that something shattered and broken into a million pieces can be recreated into something whole and beautiful again.  Kinsella spent the majority of his life as a photographer in the private sector\, but in 2005 discovered the art of fused glass.  After starting with a small table-top kiln he quickly realized that he was meant to create larger and more complex works.  Kinsella has continued to learn through experimentation and through local workshops\, continually developing his unique style. \nFor this show Pat Merriman has ventured into different styles\, experimenting with pouring acrylic analogous colors mixed with glazing mediums and topping the pour with acrylic inks. It requires 2 days for this background layer to dry before she can add the focal piece or collage. One group of Merriman’s paintings will have a QR code showing that the title of each piece is a familiar song.  A second group is based on her love of the work of African American artist Richard Mayhew\, and is inspired by his strata and vivid colors. Merriman’s very bright landscapes evoke his style and are built of layers upon layers of acrylic color mixes using fan brushes\, sponges\, Q-tips\, and fingers. One piece is a large scene of Merriman’s memories of Emerald Isle\, North Carolina. \nCome visit the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and be inspired by “So Much Color”.  The show runs from June 24 – July 20. The opening reception will be held during Hillsborough’s Last Friday Art Walk on June 27th from 6 – 9 p.m. The Jackson St. Band will play 60s & 70s American roots rock on the patio during the reception. \n  \nIf you’d like a chance to meet these artists and hear about their inspiration and process\, their Artist Talk will be held in the gallery on Saturday\, July 12th at 4pm. \n  \nAbout the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: \nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 20 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The Gallery’s offerings include oil\, acrylic and watercolor painting\, sculpture\, pottery\, jewelry\, glass\, scratchboard\, fiber art\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery is open 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, and 12pm-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/so-much-color/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T230000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-07-08/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
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SUMMARY:So Much Color
DESCRIPTION:So Much Color \nBeginning June 24th at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, is a show featuring 3 artists with very different processes and styles. The thing they do have in common is color – hence the show title\, “So Much Color”. \nKaidy Lewis has refined a process of abstract expressionism that brings to the canvas a feeling\, a subject\, or a current affair which she experiences as making no sense.  Her conversation with paint is a subjective\, exploratory\, and investigative process.  Lewis’ paintings are multi-layered and complex; they are a synthesis of inanimate objects and ambiguous figures\, within aesthetics of beauty\, color\, rhythm and design.  This semi-abstract visual art is an endeavor to deconstruct autobiographical chaos into some type of joyous humor that provokes the subconscious in the viewer and makes a space for connection.  Hints are embedded into the canvas in the hope that the conversation in paint quietens the ego and softens the noise of the world.  Lewis sees her practice as a health regimen that can create confidence\, community and compassion.  She was born in the UK and attended art college in London\,  and now works out of two studios located in the Raleigh/Durham area of North Carolina. \nMark Kinsella\, 3D fused glass artist\, combines color and shape with eye-catching results.  His conception of a glass piece begins with a vague idea of color or texture.  As he starts putting it together\, it takes on a life of its own and can end up being totally different than what he had in mind at the beginning.  For him working with glass is a metaphor for life.  When he works with glass\, he is reminded that life\, like glass\, is fragile.  And that something shattered and broken into a million pieces can be recreated into something whole and beautiful again.  Kinsella spent the majority of his life as a photographer in the private sector\, but in 2005 discovered the art of fused glass.  After starting with a small table-top kiln he quickly realized that he was meant to create larger and more complex works.  Kinsella has continued to learn through experimentation and through local workshops\, continually developing his unique style. \nFor this show Pat Merriman has ventured into different styles\, experimenting with pouring acrylic analogous colors mixed with glazing mediums and topping the pour with acrylic inks. It requires 2 days for this background layer to dry before she can add the focal piece or collage. One group of Merriman’s paintings will have a QR code showing that the title of each piece is a familiar song.  A second group is based on her love of the work of African American artist Richard Mayhew\, and is inspired by his strata and vivid colors. Merriman’s very bright landscapes evoke his style and are built of layers upon layers of acrylic color mixes using fan brushes\, sponges\, Q-tips\, and fingers. One piece is a large scene of Merriman’s memories of Emerald Isle\, North Carolina. \nCome visit the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and be inspired by “So Much Color”.  The show runs from June 24 – July 20. The opening reception will be held during Hillsborough’s Last Friday Art Walk on June 27th from 6 – 9 p.m. The Jackson St. Band will play 60s & 70s American roots rock on the patio during the reception. \n  \nIf you’d like a chance to meet these artists and hear about their inspiration and process\, their Artist Talk will be held in the gallery on Saturday\, July 12th at 4pm. \n  \nAbout the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: \nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 20 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The Gallery’s offerings include oil\, acrylic and watercolor painting\, sculpture\, pottery\, jewelry\, glass\, scratchboard\, fiber art\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery is open 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, and 12pm-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/so-much-color/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T193000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Songwriters in The Round
DESCRIPTION:Kirk Ridge hosts a monthly Songwriters in The Round at Yonder. Each month three singer/songwriters share their stories and songs on Yonder stage.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/songwriters-in-the-round/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T220000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T193033Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music and Food Truck at Spring Haven Farm
DESCRIPTION:Triangle Pride Band Live at Spring Haven Farm!\n Thursday\, July 18th 6:00 PM Spring Haven Farm\, Chapel Hill\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable summer evening at the farm! The Triangle Pride Band will be filling the air with incredible live music while you relax and enjoy the peaceful charm of Spring Haven.\n\nWhat to Expect:\n Amazing live music in a beautiful farm setting Delicious eats from a food truck Friendly farm animals (our goats love the music too!)\n A perfect way to spend a summer evening with family and friends\n\nBring some friends\, grab some food\, and soak in the sounds of this talented community band. And don’t be surprised if our goats and other animals come by to enjoy the tunes—they’re big fans too!
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/live-music-and-food-truck-at-spring-haven-farm/
LOCATION:Spring Haven Farm\, 5306 Homer Ruffin Road\, Chapel HIll\, NC\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Food/Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T230000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T200000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T160645
CREATED:20250509T195846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T140448Z
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SUMMARY:Last Fridays and the Art Walk!
DESCRIPTION:FREE monthly events celebrating ART\, CULTURE\, and COMMUNITY in Hillsborough\, NC\, featuring: \n⭐ The Art Walk (Year-Round) – 28+ participating venues offer monthly artist receptions\, demonstrations\, mini markets\, live music\, and more. \n⭐ Living Arts in River Park (April – October) – Community drumming\, dance\, and interactive opportunities with the Living Arts Collective in Hillsborough’s River Park. No matter your experience or comfort level with drumming or dance\, these gatherings are an opportunity to expand. All are welcome. \n⭐ Last Fridays Makers Markets & *NEW* Live on the Lawn Performance Series (May – October) – Local artists\, community groups\, community arts & crafts\, and live performances at the Old Orange County Courthouse Lawn. \nApplications to become an Approved Vendor for 2025 Last Fridays Makers Markets are NOW OPEN. Local artists and organizations/community groups are encouraged to apply. \nLearn about each monthly lineup\, download the itinerary\, and CHOOSE YOUR LAST FRIDAYS ADVENTURE at www.lastfridays.org*! \n*Details on this page are generally finalized the week before each Last Friday event. \nThis program was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council\, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Additional support is provided by the Tourism Board of the Town of Hillsborough.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/last-fridays-and-the-art-walk/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Festival,Free,Live Music,Maker,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T210000
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SUMMARY:Art Colors Life
DESCRIPTION:Botanical and travel paintings by Chris Graebner\, vibrant acrylic landscape paintings by Marcy Lansman\, needle felted figurative sculpture by Lynn Wartski. In the gallery July 22nd through August 24th. Opening reception during Hillsborough’s Last Friday Art Walk\, July 25th\, 6-9pm. \nThe title of this show\, ”Art Colors Life\,” is taken from Chris Graebner’s favorite quote about art. Sir John Lubbock writes in his book\, The Pleasures of Life\, that “Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness. It trains the mind through the eye\, and the eye through the mind.  As the sun colors flowers\, so does art color life.” \nGraebner often paints from photos taken while traveling. Because she’s not traveling very much these days\, she spent several weeks this winter going through thousands of photos taken over the last twenty years\, pulling out the ones that called to her. Graebner says her photos are not great\, as they are often taken from a moving vehicle\, through streaky windows. However they return her to a time and place where something struck her that she wanted to remember – perhaps the way a plant really looks up close\, maybe the way ripples from a cat’s tongue make their way across a pool of water\, or maybe the angles and colors of rooftops – something in particular that she wanted to remember. Though an oil painter\, Graebner likes to add other mediums such as cold wax\, graphite or oil-based inks; often using acrylics to provide the base color of her paintings. \nLynn Wartski has also drawn inspiration from John Lubbock’s quote. Lubbock draws a reciprocal relationship between the mind and the eye and this year she’s noticed something similar with the last phrase\, that life can color art as well. Her felt sculptures usually evoke a sense of whimsy or humor\, but lighthearted joy-sparking art has been a challenge lately\, and  Wartski has found herself bouncing between the widely different aims of wanting to say more\, or just letting herself play. She decided to just let the work go where it wants to go. One piece may be a little more serious\, the next a pure flight of fancy.  “Winged Liberty Rises” is a piece that comments on current events and endeavors to express hope. The figure is a felted representation of a marble statue that has been knocked down and a little bit bloodied but possesses the determination and strength to pull itself up.  “Love Is Nurtured” is a joyful piece depicting a mother and baby giraffe. The two figures stand with foreheads touching and eyes closed. The mother’s long neck is bent down touching the young one. The giraffe’s distinctive pattern morphs from back to front into a stylized floral pattern that appears to pass from mother to baby. Wartski’s sculptures are created by needle felting wool fiber over a wire and batting armature. \nPainter Marcy Lansman is excited by color in her landscapes. Using areas of bright color on the canvas to create a base\, and using a palette knife to create an overpainting on top\, she lets bits of the underpainting peak through. For this show she’s used a wider color palette. For example\, her painting “Behind the Dunes” depicts the dramatically curving trees that grow just inland of the dunes on our North Carolina islands. In the painting the leaves vary from deep blue to a very pale white/yellow\, and Lansman finds that the wider the variety of colors\, the more vibrant the painting. Asked if she paints plein air\, Lansman says she visits the site and takes many\, many photos\, then uses the photos as inspiration for the painting. \nCome join us on July 25th from 6-9pm\, during Hillsborough’s Last Friday Art Walk for the opening reception and see the art inspired by the quote “Art Colors Life.” Enjoy old time country renditions by the Lars Barbary Trio on our patio \nIf you’d like a chance to meet these artists and hear about their inspiration and process\, their Artist Talk will be held in the gallery on Saturday\, August 9th at 4pm. \n  \nAbout the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: \nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 20 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The Gallery’s offerings include oil\, acrylic and watercolor painting\, sculpture\, pottery\, jewelry\, glass\, scratchboard\, fiber art\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery is open 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, and 12pm-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com
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