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ORANGE, NC · THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Hikes With Hounds

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Blackwood Farm Park

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Afro Beats- Series by the Pool

Chill by the pool with smooth Afro beats and good vibes all evening long.

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CHAPEL HILL · 1:15 PM – 4:45 PM

Beginning Drawing: Virtual

with Kathy Schermer-Gramm, Professional Artist Dates: Saturdays, August 1, 8, 15 and 22 (4-sessions) Time: 1:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. ET Location: Online class via Zoom Fee: $210 ($189 Members) An introductory level course of drawing for beginners and those wishing to refresh their skills. Includes using a sketchbook for line drawing exercises on seeing to draw, quick sketching, mapping for accuracy, and other basic principles of drawing. This is a live Zoom format class divided into a group session for lecture, demonstrations, and group critique with the instructor followed by one-on-one individual appointments for consultation and problem solving. Core course for the Certificate in Botanical Art & Illustration. REGISTER HERE

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WAKE · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Storytime with Kelly Starling Lyons: Ellen's Broom

Join author Kelly Starling Lyons on August 1 at 2 p.m. to listen to her illustrated children’s book Ellen's Broom, and learn about the story's background and the author's inspiration. Participants will enjoy a powerful story about preserving strong family ties in the face of injustice, the merging of new and old traditions, and the history of "jumping the broom." For a reminder of these important lessons, each participant will make a mini-broom pencil to take home! Free and open to all ages but recommended for ages 5–10. Registration is required for all participating children, and all kids must have a supervising adult(s). The program will take place indoors in the park's climate-controlled Main House, followed by a craft activity. Schedule: Aug 1, 2026 Saturday from 2pm to 3pm Duration: 1 hour Ages: All ages,