Health Related
The American Red Cross, Central North Carolina Chapter continues its call for blood donations. Take an hour of time to save a life. For Triangle locations and schedules: 1.800.448.3543 or www.givelife.org.
Free Yoga Classes Twice Weekly, CCSP Carolina Pointe II, 6013 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill. Support for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers also available. Yoga for Everyone meets on Mondays, 11am-12:30pm; and Meditative Yoga meets on Thursdays, 10:30am-12pm. Info: 966.3494 or www.med.unc.edu.
Chronic Pain, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia Support Group. The third Wednesday of every month, 1:30-3pm, Rex Wellness Center, 1515 Cary Parkway, Cary. Monthly meetings with speakers, support, resources and friendship. Free to the public. Info: 387.0080.
Jan 8, 2012 Big Girls Don’t Cry Party, 2pm, Soho Consignments, 5656 Western Blvd, Raleigh. A fun and informative way to learn about Motivated2Move. Enjoy food, fun and a good laugh all while learning about a motivation service for women that helps women get fit and healthy. Info: 851.6969 or www.motivated-2-move.com.
Jan 10 Do You Know Who I Am? Training Program, 7:30am-4pm, Guiding Lights Caregiver Support Center, 3724 National Dr, Suite 130, Raleigh. Understand the dementia disease process, identify common dementia behaviors, and learn to implement failure-free ADL techniques. Info: 371.2062 or www.guidinglightsnc.org.
Jan 12, 2012 After-The-Holidays-Blues Seminar, 2-3pm, Independence Health, 3909 Sunset Ridge Road, Raleigh. Ellen Condelli, MSW and LCSW at North Raleigh Counseling, presents this helpful and engaging program using humor, theories on happiness and the latest neuro-scientific findings on aging. Presented by AWARE (A Wake Association Of Resources For The Elderly). Info: www.awarenc.net.
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Resources
Newcomers Club of Raleigh invites all members and prospective members to their Welcome Coffees held the first Friday of the month, 10am-12pm. The coffees are held at the JJ Crowder Masonic Lodge, 9920 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh. Learn about the organization’s diverse interest groups and events. Info: www.newcomersclubraleigh.org.
Cary Women’s Club meets the second Thursday of each month, 9:30am, Herb Young Community Center, Cary. January’s program is Cary Visual Arts. Info: 467.9786.
Triangle Singles Dance Club has weekly dances, 8:30-11pm, Northbrook Country Club, 4905 North Hills Dr, Raleigh. A singles, 40+ social club. Celebrating Christmas at their dances on the 2nd, 10th, & 16th. Info: www.trianglesinglesclub.com.
Free Adult Children of Aging Parents Support Group meets at 7-8pm, the 1st and 3rd Wednesday s of each month at Patti’s Café, 8300 Health Park, Raleigh. Sponsored by Raleigh Geriatric Care Management. Info: 803.8025 or www.rgcmgmt.com.
The Town of Cary’s Seasonal Program Brochures are now available at locations around Cary. Full of events from January through May 2012. January events and classes include: Pilates Level 1; Tone and Strengthen; Budgeting and Spending; Cupcake Confidential; How to Turn Your Junk Into Quick Cash; Knife Skills; and much more. For brochure locations and information: 469.4061 or www.townofcary.org.
The NC Museum of History, Raleigh, now offers Distance-Learning Classes. Teachers can simply download inexpensive software to access classes in which students interact in real time with a museum educator. The one-hour classes for grades 3 through 12 are free to all NC schools. The museum sends the hands-on items and materials prior to each session. For class descriptions and information: 807.7972 or www.ncmuseumofhistory.org.
Website Resource for students to find in-depth information about an LPN to RN Degrees. Lists every accredited Masters in Law school on the web. To visit: http://onlinelpntorn.org.
VITA Free Tax Assistance in Orange and Chatham Counties. Free tax preparations service and e-filing led by volunteers. Info: 968.2093 or www.co.orange.nc.us.
Jan 12 Moving the Midway Plantation Lecture, 7pm, Joel Lane Museum, 160 S. St. Mary’s St, Raleigh. Info: 833.3431 or www.joellane.org.
Jan 14 Between the Dark and the Daylight Panel and Workshops, 12:30pm, Chapel of the Cross Episcopal, 304 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill. An afternoon dedicated to the creation of children’s literature. Nine authors and experts gather to discuss the significance of reading and writing children’s books. Info: 286.2565.
Jan 14 Attracting Bluebirds, 11am, The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Rd, Fuquay-Varina. Registration is required. Info: 552.0590 or www.nelsasgardenhut.com.
Jan 14 through Feb 18 Organic Vegetable Gardening 101, 9:30-11am, Logan Trading Co, 707 Semart Dr, Raleigh. A 6-week class series geared to the novice gardener. Register for each class or the whole series. Info: 828.5337 or www.logantrd.com.
Jan 16-31 Wake County Libraries hosting Free Workshops for College Bound Students, 6:30-8pm, Wake County Public Libraries. Advantage College Planning will lead all the presentations. For a schedule of locations and info: www.wakegov.com/libraries.
Jan 17 A Garden of Moss, 6:30-8pm, Doris Duke Center, Durham. Moss culture and design strategies. Info: 668.1707 or www.duke.edu.
Jan 22 Heartbeats Jam Community Drum Circle, 4:30pm, Gifts With A Heart, Swift Creek Shopping Center, 2867 Jones Franklin Rd, Raleigh. Info: www.raleighdrumcircle.org.
Jan 31 Deadline for Submission for NC Museum of Art’s “Art of the Auction” fundraiser. A request for proposals for original works of art to be considered for this silent and live auction held at NC Museum of Art, Raleigh, on April 14, 2012. For submission requirements and information: 839.NCMA or www.ncartmuseum.org.
January Genealogy 101, 2-4pm, Wednesdays, Durham Center for Senior Life, 406 Rigsbee Ave, Durham. A 10-week class on searching for ancestors and tracing family lines. Registration is required. Info: 688.8247 or www.dcslnc.org.
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Volunteers
RSVP Volunteer Programs in Durham and Orange Counties have opportunities for people 55 years of age and over who are eager to use their skills to serve in an area near them: Garden Docents; Tutors; Hospice; Animal Caregivers; Schools; Volunteer Drivers. RSVP staff interview volunteers and match them to opportunities available through one of many local agencies registered with RSVP for recruitment assistance. To learn more about these agencies and their opportunities, contact the RSVP agency in your county. Durham (919) 536-7247 or rsvpdurhamnc@durhamtech.edu; Orange Co RSVP (919) 968-2056 orrsvp@co.orange.nc.us or www.orangecountync.gov/aging/RSVPindex.asp
AnimalKind needs volunteers putting skills to work helping to save the lives of countless pets. Office coordinator, event coordinator, graphic artist, fundraiser and more. Work from home or at ReTails Thrift Shop and/or at AnimalKind Office in Raleigh. Info: 872.0019 or www.animalkind.org.
Second Chance Pet Adoptions has volunteer opportunities for cat care or office assistance at their Raleigh Center. Also assist with finances, planning special events, or donor management and work from home. December events include Dog Washing, and Holiday Gift Wrapping Service. For dates, times, information: www.secondchancenc.org.
Capital Area Teen Court, dedicated to giving youths convicted of minor offenses and misdemeanors a second chance. Teen Court nights are held biweekly in the Wake County Courthouse. Youth volunteers are needed to serve as jury members or attorneys and adult volunteers to act as courtroom monitors and exit interviewers. Info: www.capitalareateencourt.org.
Jan 4-6 VITA Tax Assistance Training Program, Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill. Sponsored by the Orange County RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program. Info: 968.2056 or www.co.orange.nc.us.
Travel
Oct 8-21, 2012 Italy, Slovenia & Croatia. Sponsored by Boom! Magazine, this 14-day trip goes to some of the most beautiful countries in the world. For more information see add on page 3.
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Activities for Children
The Museum of Life & Science, 433 W. Murray Ave, Durham, is pleased to announce its January activities highlighted by Family Game Night. For a complete schedule, dates, times and information: 220.5429 or www.ncmls.org.
NC Museum of History, Raleigh, offers special January programs, concerts and exhibits such as: 11th Annual African American Cultural Celebration; Football Time for Tots; Scots-Irish History Corner; and The Good Old Days History Hunters. For schedules and information: 807.7900 or www.ncmuseumofhistory.org.
The NC Museum of Art in Raleigh wants children to know about their January events and performances highlighted by The Rhythm of the Drum Performance by the Healing Force; Drop-in Studio; Animals in Art What’s in the Box; Figure It Out Family Fun Saturday; Design in Nature Family Fun Saturday; and more. For dates, times, and information: 839.6262 or www.ncartmuseum.org.
Marbles Kids Museum & IMAX Theatre, 201 E. Hargett St, Raleigh, offers January events and activities for children that include: Science Solvers; Garden Sprouts; Story Explorers; Art-regeous; Energy Innovators; and more. For dates, times, and information: 834.4040 or www.marbleskidsmuseum.org.
The Town of Cary and the Cary Arts Center has January events for families highlighted by: Elk’s Hoop Shoot; Dia de los Reyes Parade & Estrella de la Esperanza Gift-Giving Celebration; and more. For a complete listing of events, dates, locations, and information: 919.460.4965 or www.townofcary.org.
Jan 7 Green Eggs and Ham with the NC Symphony, 11am & 4pm, Meymandi Concert Hall, Raleigh. Info: 733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org.
Feb 4 Across the Pond Concert with the Triangle Youth Brass Band Ensemble, 8pm, Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Info: www.trianglebrass.org.
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Activities for Adults
NC Museum of History, Raleigh, offers January programs, concerts and exhibits such as: Lakota John Locklear Concert; 11th Annual African American Cultural Celebration; The War of 1812 in NC History a la Carte; Happy Birthday Make It Take It; Conservation Assistance Day; and Roots to Rap: A Musical Conversation featuring The Beast. For schedules and information: 807.7900 or www.ncmuseumofhistory.org.
The NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, has January exhibits, events, and concerts highlighted by Solo Exhibition of NC Artist Beverly McIver; UNC-Pembroke Faculty Brass Quintet; When a Tulip is Not Just a Tulip Symbolism in Still Life; On the Move Senior Sampler; Drawing with the Masters; The 17th Century IMAX Effect; Surviving the Perfect Storm; and more. For dates, times and information: 839.6262 or www.ncartmuseum.org.
The ArtsCenter, 300G E. Main St, Carrboro, has January performances and events highlighted by Life in a Marital Institution (20 Years of Monogamy in One Terrifying Hour; Hidden Voices; and Gustafer Yellowgold’s Show. Registration has begun for AfterSchool Arts Immersion and Youth Art Classes. For dates, times, and information: 929.2787 or www.artscenterlive.org.
Duke Performances, Duke University, Durham, has a January full of performances that include: An Evening with Branford Marsalis; Simone Dinnerstein, piano; and Trio Jean Paul. For dates, times, locations, and information: 684.4444 or www.dukeperformances.org.
NCSU Music Dept, Center Stage, and University Theatre, Raleigh is hosting Turtle Island Quartet The Music of John Coltrane; and Arts Now! in January. University Theatre presents Rent in February. For dates, times, and information: 515.1100 or www.ncsu.edu/arts.
Meredith College Performing Arts, Raleigh offers January performances highlighted by Piano Month with three extraordinary piano recitals; Little Utopia and Other Dances; Meredith Jazz and Tap Company; A Tribute to Robert Muczynski; Standing There: Videos and Mixed Media; Visual Voices: The Language of Typography. For dates, times, locations, and information: 760.8536 or www.meredith.edu.
The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, has January performances that include: Deep River Rising; Green Eggs and Ham; NC Symphony’s Passport to Hungary; Martin Luther King Celebration; Les Enfants Terribles; The Music of Billy Joel; Red Horse; Tango Nuevo with the NC Symphony; and Green Day’s American Idiot. For a complete listing of events, dates, times, and information: 831.6060 or www.progressenergycenter.com.
The Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, hosts January performances such as: Campaign4Change; Loretta Lynn; The O’Jays; Bill Cosby; Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles; Memphis; Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show; and Kelly Clarkson. For dates, times, and information: 688.3722 or www.dpacnc.com.
Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St, Durham, offers January performances that include: Kickin Grass Band; Masters of Orchestration; Paula Poundstone; Travis Tritt; Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack; Adam Carolla Hates the Holidays; and Aaron Lewis. For dates, times, and information: 560.3030 or www.carolinatheatre.org.
The Town of Cary sponsors a January full of performances and events for adults and families that include: Dia de los Reyes Parade & Estrella de la Esperanza Gift-Giving Celebration; MLK Jr. Dreamfest Women of Action Gathering; MLK Jr. Dreamfest Dream of Democracy March; and more. For a complete listing of events, dates, locations, and information: 460.4965 or www.townofcary.org.
The Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave, Cary, hosts January events that include: MLK Jr. Dreamfest Memorial Concert; The Cruise-In: Jason Franklin Looks at Guys & Their Rides Exhibit; Creative Fire: An African-American Celebration of the Arts; and more. Info: 469.4069 or www.townofcary.org.
The Century Center’s, 100 N. Greensboro, Carrboro January line-up of events includes: Wellness Expo; Family Bingo; Rags to Riches presents Another Strand in the Web; Lunch Box Concert Series; and Zumba. For dates, times, and information: 918.7385 or www.townofcarrboro.org.
The Town of Sanford wants readers to know about all their January events. Come to Sanford for the Quilting & Needle Art Extravaganza Show; Country Royalty at the Temple Theatre; 14th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration; and Jazz at the Flame. For a complete listing of events, dates, times and locations: www.discoversanford.com.
Arts Council of Moore County hosts January events highlighted by Boots & Britches Exhibit; See How It’s Done: The Instructors Exhibition; Pavlo in Concert; Harpeth Rising; Javie Laval Celtic Celebration; Love Letters; Tuesday With Morrie; and Raise the Roof 11. The Artists League of the Sandhills also offers numerous classes throughout the month. For dates, times, locations and information: 910.692.2787 or www.mooreart.org.
The North Carolina Symphony presents January concerts highlighted by: Passport to Hungary; The Music of Billy Joel with Michael Cavanaugh; Free Chamber Music Concert; and Tango Nuevo. For dates, times, locations and information: 733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org.
Frank Gallery, 109 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, hosts Thursday Salons every Thursday in January, 5-8pm. This month’s exhibit is called Body & Soul and based on the interpretation of human relationships. The salons feature readings, lectures, demonstrations and performances. Info: 636.4135 or www.frankisart.com.
Joe Rowand Art Gallery, 1713 Legion Rd, Chapel Hill, is celebrating its grand opening. Its current exhibit features Artist Don Mertz. Info: 360.7975 or www.joerowandart.com.
Through Jan 2, 2012 Deep Surface: Contemporary Ornament and Pattern Exhibit, CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin St, Raleigh. Contemporary designers working in architectural, product, graphic, fashion and digital media design. Info: 513.0946 or www.camraleigh.org.
Through Jan 5 Art After Hours, Sunflower Studio & Gallery, 214 E. Jones Ave, Wake Forest. Featuring artists Julie Moye & Martha Johnson. Info: 570.0765 or www.sunflowerstudiowf.com.
Jan 6 Deep River Rising, 8pm, Fletcher Theater, Progress energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Info: 664.8333 or www.pinecone.org.
Jan 6-27 Arts Council of Moore County Exhibit, Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave, Southern Pines. Featured artists include Dedi McHam and Michele Laster. Info: 910.692.2787 or www.mooreart.org.
Jan 7 Great Big Bands of Jazz, Halle Cultural Center, 237 N. Salem St, Apex. Led by famous black Americans Benny Carter, Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmy Lunceford, Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Performed by the Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra. Info: 249.1120 or www.apexnc.org.
Jan 7 FATE’s First Annual Fundraiser, 7-10pm, Spy Raleigh, 330 W. Davie St, Raleigh. Come out to support FATE, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and door prizeds, bid on silent auction items and stay for entertainment. Info: www.fate4.us.
Jan 7 Triangle Swing Dance Society’s First Dance of the Year, 8-11pm, Murphey School, 3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham. Free beginner lesson from 7-8pm. No partner or experience necessary. Info: 968-3487 or triangleswingdance.org.
Through Jan 8, 2012 The Art of Giving Art Show, Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St, Hillsborough. Featured are 22 local artists of varied media. Info: 732.5001 or www.hillsboroughgallery.com.
Through Jan 8, 2012 Becoming: Photographs from the Wedge Collection, The Nasher Museum, 2001 Campus Dr, Duke University, Durham. A series of photographic portraits of people of color taken over the past 100 years by more than 60 global artists. Info: www.nasher.duke.edu.
Jan 8 UNC-Pembroke Faculty Brass Quintet, 3pm, NC Museum of Art, Raleigh. Program of baroque music. Info: 715.5923 or www.ncartmuseum.org.
Jan 9 through Feb 19 Finding Light, Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St, Hillsborough. New artwork by 22 local artists. Info: 732.5001 or www.hillsboroughgallery.com.
Jan 11 Brooklyn Rider and The Knights, 7:30pm, Memorial Hall, UNC-Chapel Hill. Innovative programming that includes classical masterworks, world premieres, roots music, gypsy tunes, Neapolitan love songs, dances and more. Info: 843.3333 or www.unc.edu/performingarts.
Jan 11-15, 2012 No Child, Paul Green Theatre, UNC-Chapel Hill. An intelligent, clear-eyed and sometimes painfully funny take on the absurdly dysfunctional state of public education. Performed by Playmakers Repertory Company and part of the PRC2 Series. Info: 962.5359 or www.playmakersrep.org.
Through Jan 12 Hear & Now and Our House Exhibits, Durham Arts Council Building, 120 Morris St, Durham. Info: 560.ARTS or www.durhamarts.org.
Jan 12 Passport to Hungary with the NC Symphony, 8pm, Memorial Hall, UNC-Chapel Hill. Info: 733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org.
Jan 12-22 Mary’s Wedding, Murphey School, 224 Polk St, Raleigh. Presented by Burning Coal Theatre Company’s Second Stage Series, two young people find each other while taking shelter in a barn, in the midst of a gathering storm. Info: 834.4001 or www.burningcoal.org.
Jan 12-29, 2012 Country Royalty, The Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford. Go back in time with Hank Williams & Patsy Cline when these country giants ruled the airwaves. Info: 774.4155 or www.templeshows.com.
Jan 13 Life in a Marital Institution (20 Years of Monogamy in One Terrifying Hour), 8pm, The ArtsCenter, Carrboro. First comes love, and then comes marriage counseling. Info: www.artscenterlive.org.
Jan 13-14 Passport to Hungary with the NC Symphony, 8pm, Meymandi Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Info: 733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org.
Jan 13-14 Branford Marsalis Quartet, 8pm, Reynolds Theater, Bryan Center, Duke University, Durham. Info: 684.4444 or www.dukeperformances.org.
Jan 13-15 The Scottish Play by William Shakespeare, FATE, 267 Grande Heights Dr, Cary. Info: 539.0993 or www.fate4.us.
Jan 14 Ed Stephenson & The Paco Band, 7:30pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine, Holly Springs. Spanish music and Nuevo Flamenco Ensemble. Info: 567.4000 or www.hollyspringsnc.us.
Jan 14 Kickin Grass Band 10th Anniversary Concert, 8pm, The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St, Durham. Info: 664.8333 or www.pinecone.org.
Jan 14 MLK Tribute Concert, 7pm, Durham Armory, Durham. Featuring the Durham Symphony Orchestra. Info: 491.6576 or www.durhamsymphony.org.
Jan15 Masters of Orchestration, 3pm, Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St, Durham. Performed by the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle. Info: 360.3382 or www.thecot.org.
Jan 15 Brazilian Soul Concert, 4pm, Page-Walker Arts & History Center, Cary. Part of the Friends of the Page-Walker Hotel Winter Concert Series. Info: 342.0806 or www.friendsofpagewalker.org.
Jan 19 Country Music Artist Suzy Boggus in Concert, 7:30pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine, Holly Springs. Info: 567.4000 or www.hollyspringsnc.us.
Jan 19-22 Les Enfants Terribles (Children of the Game), Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Performed by NC Opera. Info: 792.3850 or www.ncopera.org.
Jan 20 The Carolina Song & Dance Association Contra Dance, 8pm, The Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St, Carrboro. Live music will be provided by Ken Kolodner & Co. Info: 967.9948 or www.csda-dance.org.
Jan 20-21 The Music of Billy Joel with the NC Symphony, 3pm, Meymandi concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Grammy and Tony nominee Michael Cavanaugh joins the Symphony. Info: 733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org.
Jan 20-21 Duped, 8pm, FATE, Harrison Pointe Shopping Center, Cary. One-man show performed by John Paul Middlesworth. A stay-at-home father recounts the troubled journey he takes in raising his son. Info: 228.8184 or www.fate4.us.
Jan 20 through Feb 5 Dead Man’s Cell Phone, Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh. A delightful and delicate fantasy, full of brilliant insights into the way technology transforms our lives. Info: 821.3111 or www.raleighlittletheatre.org.
Jan 21 Red Horse, 8pm, Fletcher Theater, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Info: 664.8333 or www.pinecone.org.
Jan 21 TSDS Swing Dance with Countdown Quartet, 8-11pm, Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro. This local band plays a mixture of R&B, jazz and other styles for a fun night of swing dancing. Free beginner lesson from 7-8pm. No partner or experience required. Info: 968-3487 or triangleswingdance.org.
Jan 22 A Tribute to Robert Muczynski, 3pm, Carswell Recital Hall, Meredith College, Raleigh. Performed by Raleigh Symphony. Info: 546.9755.
Jan 27 Etta May in Concert, 7:30pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine, Holly Springs. Part of The Clean Comedy Series. Info: 567.4000 or www.hollyspringsnc.us.
Jan 27 through Feb 21 Featured Artists Exhibit, The Cary Gallery of Artists, 200 S. Academy St, Cary. Featured artists include Jill Ciccone Pike and Cynthia Mollenkopf. Info: 462.2035 or www.carygalleryofartists.org.
Through Jan 28 Light Cache Exhibit, Craven Allen Gallery, 1106 Broad St, Durham. Photographer MJ Sharp stays up all night making photographs. Info: 286.4837 or www.cravenallengallery.com.
Jan 28 Jake Shimabukuro, 8pm, The Clayton Center, 111 E. 2nd St, Clayton. Info: 553.1737 or www.theclaytoncenter.com.
Jan 28 through Mar 4 The Making of a King: Henry IV & Henry V, Paul Green Theatre, UNC-Chapel Hill. Performed by Playmakers Repertory Company and performed in rotating repertory. Info: 962.1122 or www.playmakersrep.org.
Jan 29 Chinese New Year Celebration, NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh. Info: 821.7400 or www.ncstatefair.org.
Through Jan 31 AT&T Raleigh Winterfest Ice Rink, City Plaza, Fayetteville St, Raleigh. Raleigh’s most popular holiday attraction featuring Sledding Sundays, Music Craze Wednesdays, Thursday Morning Stroller Skate, Date and Skate Thursdays, and Rock Around the Rink Fridays. Info: 460.2756 or www.raleighwinterfest.com.
Through Jan 31 Creative Dishonesty: Cheat Codes Exhibition, Center for Advanced Hindsight, 2024 W. Main St, Durham. Twenty artists were invited to create innovative and engaging artwork in response to research on behavioral economics, dishonesty and cheating. Info: 336.607.4604.
Jan 31 through Feb 5 American Idiot, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh. Part of the Broadway Series South Season. Info: 831.6060 or www.broadwayseriessouth.com.
Feb 2 The St. Olaf College Choir, 7:30pm, Meymandi Concert Hall, Raleigh. Info: 831.6060 or www.stolaftickets.com.
Feb 2-4 Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Brody Theater, East Campus, Duke University, Durham. Presented by Duke University Theater Studies Season. Info: 660.3346 or www.duke.edu.
Feb 3-19 Stones In His Pockets, Theatre in the Park, 107 Pullen Rd, Raleigh. A funny and moving play that explores sadness, the dangerous allure of Hollywood, and the goodness of real life. Info: 831.6936 or www.theatreinthepark.com.
Feb 4 28th Annual For the Love of Art Auction & Gala, 6-11pm, Raleigh Marriott Cioty Center, 500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh. Support of Visual Art Exchange’s many programs and exhibitions. Info: 828.7834 or www.visualartexchange.org.
Feb 11, 2012 Chocolate Festival, 10am-4pm, Pinehurst United Methodist Church, 4111 Airport Rd, Pinehurst. The event will feature a chocolate cake bake-off with area chefs, a cupcake competition, candy making demonstrations, unique handmade boutique gift items, and more. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit Family Promise, Friend to Friend, Life Care Pregnancy Center. Info: 910.215.4559 or www.pinehurstchocolatefestival.vpweb.com.
Through Feb 13, 2012 Id:Entity Exhibit, CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin St, Raleigh. A group exhibition which explores the complex dichotomy between the public and private versions of “self” affiliated with the North Carolina State University College of Design, Department of Art + Design, and the Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media Ph.D. program in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Info: 513.0946 or www.camraleigh.org.
Feb 16 through Mar 4 The Odd Couple, Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford. Info: 774.4155 or www.templeshows.com.
Feb 18 Livingston Taylor in Concert, 7:30pm, Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St, Holly Springs. Info: 567.4000 or www.hollyspringsnc.us.
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