Check out the events happening around our community. 

Friday, December 1 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Bring the kids out to Kidzu the first Friday of the month for Family First Friday. The event is free and will feature demonstrations of STEM and creative coding. Click here for more information.

Friday, December 1 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, December 3 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The Friends of the Chapel Hill Public Library sale is happening again this week. The sale starts on Friday for members only and continues Saturday and Sunday for the public. There will be thousands of great books and puzzles to choose from. It will be the perfect time to finish up your holiday shopping. Friday will also feature a sip and shop for members and a guest to enjoy some wine and cheese while perusing the books. For more information, click here.

Saturday, December 2 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

This Saturday, the Chapel Hill Farmers Market is having a Craft Market along with their regular scheduled market. Crafts will be on sale along with fresh produce available. There’s also live music at the market every Saturday. Click here for more information. 

Saturday, December 2 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Come out to St. Thomas More this weekend for their 18th annual Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show. 65 artisans will be on-hand selling their goods and you’re sure to find some great things for your friends and family for the holidays! There will also be food trucks, raffle prizes, and more! Click here for more information.

Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

There’s another chance to do some holiday shopping this weekend with the Blue Hill Event Centers annual Inclusive Holiday Gift Market. There will be 18 shops on-hand selling their goods, all of which are disability owned or inclusive of employees with disabilities. For more information, click here.

Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Slowdown this Saturday at RambleRill Farm for a special Holiday Slowdown. Shop from local vendors, make your own holiday wreath, enjoy seasonal goodies, and more! Produce will be available for you to shop as well as homemade goods that will make the perfect gifts for any of your loved ones. Of course you can’t miss hanging out with the animals on the farm as well! Click here for more information.

Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, December 3 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Chatham Artists Guild is having a Studio Open House this Saturday and Sunday. Professional artists will be on-site giving guests an inside look into their creative process. You’ll even be able to shop some of the art as well. For more information, click here.

Saturday, December 2 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

This weekend is the final lecture in the fall semester series for the School for Living Futures. This weekend, Climate Scientist and author Peter Kalmus will be speaking as well as artist Natalia Torres del Valle. The lecture is followed by a community discussion. Click here to learn more.

Saturday, December 2 2:00 p.m.

Come to Flyleaf Books this Saturday for a community read and author talk. Margaret Burnham will be reading from her book By Hands Now Known: Jim Crow’s Legal Executioners. Seating is limited so make sure you secure your spot. To order the book, click here.

Saturday, December 2 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Support a great a cause this weekend at the Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s Holiday Gala and Live Auction. Celebrate the resilience of survivors and those who strive to support them this weekend at the gala with a delicious dinner, a night of dancing, and more! Click here for more information.

Sunday, December 3 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Come out to the Carolina Inn this weekend for another chance to finish your holiday shopping. Local vendors will be selling jewelry, baked goods, and more! Click here for more information about the market.

Sunday, December 3 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Once you’ve finished your shopping at the Carolina Inn head over to their Anne Hill Courtyard for the Carolina Inn Bier Garten. Enjoy signature cocktails, mulled wine, and craft beers while snacking on delicious pretzels and more! Click here for more information on the Bier Garten.

Sunday, December 3 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Bazaar is back this weekend for a special holiday themed one. Shop handmade crafts and creations. After finishing your shopping, you can get your face painted, get fairy hair, and enjoy goodies from the food and drink trucks available. For more information click here.

Sunday, December 3 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Come out to Steel String Brewery for a Drink & Draw Mr Claus. The taproom will be fully decorated for Christmas while enjoy some beers and draw Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Tips for the models are encouraged. Click here for more information.

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