By Gene Galin Chatham County, NC – On Wednesday, April 22, Daniel Wallace — the novelist best known for Big Fish — came to the Governors Club not simply to read from his work, but to explain how stories begin.…
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – On a bright spring day at MOSAIC in Pittsboro, with the Brightspeed stage behind us and a new season ahead, I sat down with event manager Savannah Fox and we talked about MOSAIC’s 2026…
GOLDSTON, NC— Goldston Public Library is looking for volunteers who enjoy books, the outdoors, and exercise all at the same time. At the end of each month, volunteers are needed to change out stories along the StoryWalk® at Jehugh C.…
Pittsboro, NC – Meet Pittsboro’s own Robin Hall, author and textile artist. Her debut picture book, The Littlest Weaver, includes gorgeous illustrations of the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains and depictions of the Appalachian weaving tradition. Robin will read from her book…
Siler City, NC – Uplifting, feel-good musical comedy breaks out in Siler City this month when Jordan-Matthews High School presents “Sister Act,” the smash musical — based on the hit 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg — that was nominated for…
Bynum, NC – During her appearance at the Bynum Front Porch “Mill Town Yarns” event, Pam Smith, a beloved figure in Chatham County, North Carolina, shared her journey of resilience, love, and community over the past four decades. From her…
Pittsboro, NC – Come experience the charm of downtown Pittsboro. Experience live music, browse unique art vendors, and explore the Social District, where stores stay open late. The next Pittsboro Finally Fridays Arts Walk takes place on January 16, 2026 from…
Bynum, NC – Clyde Jones, the self-taught folk artist whose handcrafted wooden “critters” and impromptu creative spirit helped put this small Haw River community on the cultural map, died this week at the age of 87. A towering figure in…
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a lively discussion after ordering our lunch at Kingston 99 Kitchen, the three guys from Pittsboro—Greg Stafford, Gene Galin, and Eric Andrews—welcomed Caitlin Murphy, the newly appointed interim communications director for the Town…
Siler City, NC – More than 60 Jordan-Matthews High School arts students will have an opportunity to experience world-class performances this spring thanks to a grant from the Galloway Ridge Chatham County Charitable Fund. The contribution made to JMArts, the…