Concert in the Barn at RambleRill Farm
2024-05-11 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Ramble Rill Farm, 913 Arthur Minnis Road, Hillsborough, NC, 27516, United States
Jazz manouch, spoken word, stories, R & B, and pop with Clark Watson (vocals), Rick Eckberg (bass), and Andrew Wiele (piano/clarinet) who will tell it like it is. 913 Arthur Minnis Rd., Hillsborough, NC. SATURDAY, MAY 11, from 5 – 7 pm. Farm opens at 3 pm for picnics (Pre-order a picnic or snack by Madison Ave Caterers or buy on site.) BYOB. Ticket prices include sales tax and transaction fee. Concert tickets are $17 and are nonrefundable. https://www.ramblerillfarmstore.com/#25

Haunted Hillsborough Guided Tour
2024-05-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Nash and Kollock St., Hillsborough, NC, Nash and Kollock St., Hillsborough, NC, United States
Join Enoch Pugh (deceased) for a 2.5 hour, 1.5-mile walk around downtown Hillsborough. Visit haunted houses and an execution site, and hear about numerous local “haints,” real history, and native and post-colonial legends. Visit this link to purchase tickets: https://www.hauntedhillsborough.com/our-tours

Mother's Day with Goats
2024-05-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin Road, Chapel HIll, NC, 27516, United States
Join us for a heartwarming celebration on the farm, honoring all mothers, including our beloved momma goats. Pet the animals, ride the tractor train, and explore the farm to your heart’s content!
There will be card making in our craft barn for $2, as well as special Mother’s Day baskets available for purchase.
Food & Drink
At the General Store, you can find an assortment of chips, popcorn, old-timey candy, flavored toothpicks, and other unique items. We also have a broad assortment of traditional soda brands including Boylan, Jackson Hole, Jones, Dr. Enuf & tons of others!
Shopping
We have a fun assortment of T-shirts, Hoodies, Stuffed Animals, Croc Charm Bracelets, and other farm-related goodies at our General Store! Make sure to stop by and check out new items almost weekly and let us know what you’d like to see while you’re there!

Book Release: Eryk Pruitt's 'Blood Red Summer' Releases on May 14, 2024
2024-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, 114 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
The crime novelist’s latest will be launched at Hillsborough’s Yonder in conversation with Dale Edwards

On May 14, 2024, Eryk Pruitt’s (Something Bad Wrong, What We Reckon) latest crime novel, Blood Red Summer, will be released and the novelist is hosting a book launch at Yonder in Hillsborough. The author will be in conversation with the News of Orange editor, Dale Edwards, starting at 5:30pm. The two will share a conversation on stage, a reading from the author, and a Q&A with the audience.

Blood Red Summer tells the story of true crime podcaster Jess Keeler who works with a documentary crew in a small town to expose the true story of the 1984 Lake Castor Sniper. The sniper terrorized the historically Black part of the old mill town, claiming five lives with little attention from the press or the police. But when journalist Hal Broadstreet was killed, the community quickly mobilized and arrested a suspect. Forty years later, however, Jess believes they may have arrested the wrong man. As evidence emerges, pointing to a false confession and further horrific crimes from the era, Jess closes in on the truth—and risks landing in the sights of the true sniper.

The Library Journal says, in a starred review, that “the intriguing sequel to Something Bad Wrong utilizes dual timelines and three voices that contrast styles of crime coverage in a Southern noir story of violence, corruption, and racism. For fans of true-crime podcasts or S.A. Cosby.” Cosby, himself, referred to it as “very, very good writing,” while author Ed Kurtz (The Rib from Which I Remake the World) called it “taut, twisty, heartbreaking, and flat-out brilliant.”

Blood Red Summer is published by Thomas & Mercer and will be available at bookstores, online retailers, and wherever you buy books. Notably, Hillsborough’s Purple Crow Books, McIntyre’s in Pittsboro, and The Regulator in Durham share a great relationship with the author. McIntyre’s will be holding a book release on June 15 with Pruitt, SA Cosby, and Rob Hart.

“I’m so excited about this event,” News of Orange editor Dale Edwards said in a Facebook post. “Blood Red Summer is an absolute page-turner. It’s going to be fun and I’m going to be a nervous wreck!”

Yonder: Southern Cocktails and Brew has hosted several literary events in their cocktail lounge, making it a mainstay in North Carolina’s literary scene. It was recently lauded by Our State’s podcast with Wiley Cash for its Noir at the Bar readings which feature eight authors performing slices of their rowdier selections. It’s also hosted several book launches and often features “literary cocktails” on its drink menus, such as Dorothy Parker’s Algonquin, Raymond Chandler’s Champagne Cocktail, and Hemingway’s Daiquiri.

“It’s a natural fit,” says author and Yonder co-owner Eryk Pruitt. “Books and booze go together like Texas and chainsaw massacres.”

WHAT: Book launch for Blood Red Summer by Eryk Pruitt in conversation with Dale Edwards of The News of Orange.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 5:30pm
WHERE: Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew at 114 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
http://yonderbarnc.com

Songwriters in The Round
2024-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, 114 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Kirk Ridge hosts a monthly Songwriters in The Round at Yonder. Each month three singer/songwriters share their stories and songs on Yonder stage.

Ayr Mount Tours
2024-05-16 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-05-17 14:30 - 16:00, 2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-05-24 14:30 - 16:00, 2024-05-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Ayr Mount Historic Site, 376 St. Mary's Rd, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
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.
CAHPT 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.
Visitors 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.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://secure.classicalamericanhomes.org/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/
This 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.

Thursday Jazz at Yonder
2024-05-16 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-05-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, 114 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local, and traveling jazz musicians.
Les Trois Chats
Katharine Whalen’s JazzSquad
Crystal Bright and Griffanzo
Taz Halloween with Griffanzo
New Morning Jazz

KÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE

Orange High School Band Car Wash
2024-05-18 08:00 - 14:00 | State Employees Credit Union, 1000 US-70, Hillsborough, NC, 27278-2685, United States
Come on out and get your car washed by the Orange High School band at the State Employee’s Credit Union on Highway 70 in Hillsborough. Donations appreciated!

Preservation Hillsborough Pottery Sale
2024-05-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Norwood Law Office, East Margaret Lane and Court Street, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Preservation Hillsborough (PH) announces a special sale of beautiful NC pottery, lovingly
collected over a 25-year period from the storied potteries of Seagrove, NC and donated to PH
by Robert and Callie Connor.
The sale includes a variety of styles and items selected for their beauty and utility, primarily
from the Cole’s, Seagrove, and Dover Potteries. The sale will be open from 9 – 4 on May 14 at
the historic Norwood-Jones Law Office on Court Street in Hillsborough.
All proceeds will benefit the restoration of Dickerson Chapel AME Church, whose structure
incorporates the town’s oldest surviving public building — its second courthouse, built in 1790
and moved in 1845 two blocks north. The building was used seqentually as a Baptist church, a
meeting place for abolitionists, a workshop for building coffins, a freedman’s school, and a
place of worship and a congregation of the American Methodist Episcopal church, which it
remains today. The 230-year-old infrastructure is in great need of restoration. Preservation
Hillsborough, (PreservationHillsborough.org) which has served for 50 years to preserve
significant structures in the town, is raising funds needed to see the structure safely through its
third century. All proceeds from pottery sale will go to the preservation of Dickerson Chapel.

Learn to Pour Resin! Resin Pour Tray, an Art Workshop with Debbie Casto
2024-05-18 09:30 - 12:00 | Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/ F-Stop 2, 302 W Corbin, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
You’ve wanted to try resin but are not sure where to start? This is the class for you! You will prepare and enhance an 8×12” tray using paint, ephemera, and 2-part resin.
Learn:

How to mix and use 2-part resin
How the resin can be applied to your artwork
The different types of resin available and where they can used

Create:

An 8×12” tray with your choice of ephemera. (The tray may need to be picked up after the workshop due to dry time.)

Sat, May 18, 9:30 am-noon
$ 100, all supplies included
Adults & mature teens age 14+
Location: Margaret Lane
Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, NC.
Registration link: https://margaretlanegallery.com/workshop-registration

Eno River Farmers Market
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Eno River Farmers Market Pavillion, 144 E. Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC, United States
Eno River Farmers Market in downtown Hillsborough offers farm fresh vegetables and fruit, cheese, pasture raised meat and eggs, wood fire baked goods, prepared foods and crafts from local growers and producers. Our vendors are selected with great care based on the quality and diversity of their offerings; vendors must be local (within 60 miles of Hillsborough for traditional foods; within NC for specialty items such as peaches and apples) and the original producers of their products. We have live music, master gardeners, arts and crafts activities, chef demonstrations, and more!
The market is open on Saturdays year round! April-November: 8am-12pm, December-March: 10am-12pm
For More information visit our website: https://www.enoriverfarmersmarket.com/?fbclid=IwAR3Mfp4vM2d3wnvffaELfzGfLbEtFPLwJBEmDU5BDVmsUa-71Opb2qvpITw#home

Historic Hillsborough Excursion Day 2024
2024-05-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Experience Hillsborough, the small town with big history, through a day of FREE activities at our local sites!

FREE Activities Include:
Visitor’s Center – 150 E King Street
Visit the Visitor’s Center to pick up tickets for the exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Preservation Tour, explore exciting local attractions in Hillsborough, and gather valuable insights at the information table hosted by Preservation Hillsborough. It’s your gateway to a day filled with history, culture, and community engagement.

West Hillsborough Walking Tour (meet at the gravel lot across from Whit’s Frozen Custard, 240 S Nash)
Embark on an enriching journey through West Hillsborough with our 1 PM walking tours. Delve into this community’s vibrant tapestry, from the bustling industrial area with its rich textile mill history to the stories of life in the mill villages. Learn what makes West Hillsborough unique with our inaugural tours.

Churton Street Interpreters (throughout Churton Street)
Stroll along Churton Street and encounter our engaging costumed interpreters, ready to transport you through time with tales of the evolving history of the buildings. From colonial beginnings to modern transformations, these guides offer captivating narratives of historic downtown’s journey through the ages, providing a unique glimpse into the dynamic past of Hillsborough’s iconic thoroughfare.

Orange County Public Library – 137 W Margaret Lane
Explore Orange County’s collection of genealogical records, locally published books, and the archives of the News of Orange. Delve into the past using resources such as models, maps, and photographs, and enjoy complimentary access to Ancestry.com and convenient microfilm readers, making it the perfect destination for tracing your family tree or delving into the community’s heritage.

Orange County History Museum – 201 N Churton
Explore Orange County’s rich history at the Orange County Historical Museum, featuring captivating exhibits and a special look into the museum’s collections. Discover how items are selected to interpret local history and uncover rarely displayed artifacts for a unique glimpse into the community’s past.

Hughes Academy – 200 E King
Step back in time at the Hughes Academy, a 19th-century schoolhouse founded by Samuel Wellwood Hughes, to partake in activities for families like historical Jenga. History enthusiasts can also explore little-known sites such as the Cameron family ice house and the ruins of James Hogg’s first Hillsborough home, where the North Carolina chapter of the Society of the Cincinnati was founded.

Occaneechi Replica Village – 144 E Margaret Lane
Embark on a cultural journey at the Occaneechi Replica Village as local volunteers and members of the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation work to meticulously maintain the site from 9-1pm. Based on archaeological findings, this recreated village authentically portrays 17th-century life among the Occaneechi people, offering visitors a captivating glimpse into their rich heritage and traditions.

Norwood-Jones Law Office – Across from the OC Court House 106 E Margaret Lane
Learn about the town’s historical legal landscape at the Norwood-Jones Law Office, constructed in the early 19th century and one of the few remaining structures near the Orange County Courthouse. Join Preservation Hillsborough in their North Carolina pottery sale hosted within the office. Proceeds will contribute to the restoration efforts of Dickerson Chapel AME Church, ensuring its legacy for generations to come.

Old Town Cemetery Tours – 201 N Churton
At 11am embark on a captivating journey through history with a guided one-hour tour of Old Town Cemetery, home to the final resting places of Hillsborough’s most prominent individuals and families. Wander among the 184 original markers bearing family names such as Richards, Graham, Berry, Phillips, and many more, gaining insights into the lives of those who shaped the town.

Ayr Mount -376 St Mary’s Rd
Experience the charm of Ayr Mount, a historic site offering the opportunity for self-guided tours of the captivating house and grounds. Dive into history with a kid-friendly archaeology dig, where young explorers can uncover the treasures of the past while enjoying an engaging hands-on experience.

View full details on our website : https://historichillsborough.org/excursionday/

Past Meets Present Preservation Tour
2024-05-18 10:30 - 15:00 | Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Join the Past Meets Present Preservation Tour for an exclusive glimpse into the hidden facets of Hillsborough’s notable landmarks. This tour offers access to five stops, unveiling rarely seen spaces and providing unique insights into the preservation efforts of these iconic sites. Tickets can be purchased here.
What to Expect
The Preservation Tour is self-paced, with docents stationed at each location. Participants must check in and receive the appropriate wristbands for entry. The tour consists of five locations: Hogg House, Dickson House, Masonic Lodge, Dickerson Chapel, and the Coachman’s Quarters. Ticket holders will also have the opportunity to purchase a limited-access pass to the Eno Cotton Mill.
Timing
The Preservation Tour locations will open at 10:30 am and be available until 3 pm. As a self-paced tour, attendees are encouraged to map their schedules accordingly.
Check-In
All attendees must check in at the Dickson House (Hillsborough Visitor Center) before visiting the tour locations. A designated welcome table will be positioned near the front porch or inside the Dickson House, where attendees can pick up their programs and wristbands. Check-in at the Dickson House will begin at 10 am on Saturday, May 18th; however, early pick-up will be available from 10 am to 4 pm beginning Thursday, May 16th. For questions or concerns regarding check-in, please email Ben@historichillsborough.org.
Parking
There is ample free parking throughout downtown Hillsborough. All locations, except the Eno Cotton Mill, are accessible by sidewalk. For those wishing to park closer to each site, please see the details below.

The Eno Cotton Mill parking is located directly in front of the Eno Cotton Mill offices.
The Coachman’s Quarters is best accessed by walking from the free public lot off Cameron Street. If needed, a drop-off circle is available closer to the Coachman’s Quarters. A map with details will be included in the check-in packet.
Dickerson Chapel provides limited parking in the grassy areas near the chapel doors and on the street.
Masonic Lodge is best accessed by the free public lot off King Street (behind Cup-A-Joe); however, they also offer limited street parking.
Hogg House offers onsite parking, but we encourage those who can walk from the free public lot off Cameron to do so.
Dickson House has free street parking available on all three sides of the building and accessible walkways throughout.

Additional Sites to See
While in town, we invite you to explore additional sites and planned activities for the day.
-Excursion Day: Experience Hillsborough, the small town with big history, through a day of FREE activities at our local sites! You can view more details on the event page.
-The Burwell School Historic Site: Free tours from 11 am until 4 pm
-The Occaneechi Replica Village: Explore the sacred grounds and learn more about the indigenous peoples who first called Hillsborough home.
-The Occoneechee Speedway: Calling all NASCAR fans! The historic Occaneechee Speedway is a must-do for all history buffs or outdoor enthusiasts. Hike your way into the history dirt trail that sported the likes of Louise Smith, Richard Petty, and Fireball Roberts.
-Hike Occoneechee Mountain: The highest point in Orange County is located in Hillsborough. Stroll the 3 miles of trails or brave the service entry to the overlook; whichever path you take, the views are worth it.
-Dine and Shop in Historic Hillsborough: From Churton & King to the west end, Hillsborough’s shopping and dining will keep you busy. From locally owned art galleries to carefully curated dishes, we encourage you to explore all it offers.
Plan more about why you are here with Visit Hillsborough’s itineraries and guides.

Voices Chapel Hill's Spring 2024 Concert: "Music and Paradise"
2024-05-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Cedar Ridge Highschool, 1125 New Grady Brown School Road, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Join Voices Chapel Hill for its Spring 2024 concert, “Music and Paradise,” at Cedar Ridge High School on May 18, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will include pieces that explore heavenly themes, including Fauré’s Requiem, Gjielo’s Song of the Universal and Vaughn Williams’ Serenade to Music. The concert’s paradisial expression will continue through Cantari’s performance of Duruflé’s Quatre Motets sur des thèmes grégoriens.
For this performance, in recognition of the various socioeconomic situations in our local community and in an effort to make our concert as accessible as possible to all, we’re offering a pay what you can ticket option for anyone who might find the price of a ticket prohibitive to their enjoyment of our concert. Thank you so much for helping us make music accessible to our community members! Tickets can be purchased at https://www.voiceschapelhill.org/our-season/tickets/.

Stretch & Sip
2024-05-19 10:30 - 11:30 | eno river brewing, 329 Eno Mountain Rd, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Yoga with Maria Finnegan in the Taproom with a drink at the end!

Job Fair
2024-05-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Whitted Building, 300 W Tryon St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Area employers can recruit employees, and job seekers can find new careers, on Tuesday, May 21 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. The Job Fair is being hosted by Central Carolina Women in Business, a program of the Hillsborough-Orange County Chamber of Commerce. The event is open to both men and women! There is no fee to attend for those seeking to learn more about area employment opportunities.

Drop-in Life Studio
2024-05-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Join us for Life Drawing sessions facilitated by Tom Stevens. Each session offers multiple rounds of gesture and pose drawings with a live nude model. Artists provide their own materials. We must have 5 pre-registrations to run the studio, so please pre-register if possible. Absolutely no photography or video allowed in the sessions. Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/drop-in-life-drawing-with-tom-stevens

Intermediate Gel Prints, a 3-Day Art Intensive with Debi Drew
2024-05-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/ F-Stop 2, 302 W Corbin, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
If you’ve learned the basics of gel printing and want to take your prints to the next level, this is the class for you. We will create a variety of multilayered and mixed media prints, some with planned outcomes and some without, which are often the most fun!
Learn:

how to create layered graphics and painterly prints.
how to create three part stencils for planned artwork.
how to incorporate mixed media to enhance your work.

Create:

Several print examples using a variety of specific layered/mixed media techniques so you may use them for future reference.
6 to 12 multilayered prints that you are sure to be proud of!

Thursdays May 23, 30 and June 6
5:30-8:30
$ 120
Adults and mature teens
Location: Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, NC.
Registration closes at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, May 22
Registration link: www.margaretlanegallery.com/workshop-registration

My Friend Paul Live at The Nash Street Tavern
2024-05-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Nash Street Tavern, 250 South Nash Street, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
Special Thursday Performance by My Friend Paul live at Nash Street Tavern! Visit our website at https://www.facebook.com/NashStreetTavern

Bad Art Club
2024-05-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, Hillsborough, NC, 27278, United States
$40
Drop-ins welcome if space allows
All Ages
Are you intimidated by art? Don’t consider yourself an artist? Never taken an art class? This is the class for you. We are not making good art, we are making BAD art. Art that is not about how it looks in the end, but rather about exploring the process of making art itself.
The goal is to make something and explore the process of making art, even if your only skill is a willingness to try. To register, click this link: https://events.humanitix.com/bad-art-club

Movies With Goats
2024-05-25 20:00 - 23:00 | Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin Road, Chapel HIll, NC, 27516, United States
Goat Snuggles + Outdoor Movies Under the Stars = The Perfect Summer Night. Plenty of memories to be made with goats adding to the fun and antics – roaming around looking for goodies, snuggles, and head scratches throughout the entire movie. Details: Please note that in order to comply with licensing requirements, we are unable to announce what movie will be playing., BYOC – We suggest you bring folding chairs over blankets to sit on. This is a goat pasture, goats poop: enough said. We ask that you not bring outside food for the animals; however, for humans it is just fine. We have treats for the animals available at the concession stand.

Last Sundays Open House
2024-05-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Moorefields Historic Site, 2201 Moorefields Rd., Hillsborough, NC, United States
You’re invited to Moorefields on the Last Sunday of each month beginning May 26 through August 28 from 1:00 to 4:00 to stroll the grounds and gardens and take a free tour of the historic house. Visit the Moore family cemetery, as well as the graves of the cats of former owner Edward Draper-Savage, and if you are so inclined, take a walk through the adjoining Seven Mile Creek Nature Preserve.
Friends of Moorefields Board Members will be on hand to talk about the history of Moorefields and update you on special projects.
This event is free, but donations are encouraged. Click here to make a donation. Thank you!
