BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Visit Hillsborough, NC - ECPv6.15.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Visit Hillsborough, NC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visit Hillsborough, NC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013838-1764064800-1764093600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-11-25/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T230000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20250508T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z UID:10009370-1764099000-1764111600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-11-25/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/494099527_1336280807905670_2561228841386880794_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T130000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20240216T151204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T151204Z UID:10005221-1764151200-1764162000@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Drop-in Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join fellow artists for a collaborative open studio session. Work with others in a creative environment\, get feedback on your work\, and enjoy inspiration and creative process sharing with other artists. All mediums welcomed–bring your own tools and supplies. $5 per session\, drop-ins welcome\nAges 18+. Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/drop-in-open-studio-at-eno-arts-mill URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/drop-in-open-studio/2025-11-26/ LOCATION:Eno Arts Mill\, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road\, Suite 17\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pexels-elena-makhova-5464960-200x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T210000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20250508T191018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191018Z UID:10009635-1764183600-1764190800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Music BINGO at Eno River Brewing DESCRIPTION:🎶 Music Bingo at Eno River Brewing\nEvery Wednesday | 7–9 PM | 21+ Only \n📍 Location:\nEno River BrewingLive tunes\, craft brews\, and bingo with a beat! \n🎯 What It Is:\nForget numbers—this is bingo with a musical twist! \n\n\nInstead of numbers\, your bingo card has song titles or artists \n\n\nListen to short clips\, mark your card when you recognize a tune \n\n\n🍻 Why You’ll Love It:\n\n\nGreat beer \n\n\nGood vibes \n\n\nZero pressure to perform—just enjoy the music and play along \n\n\nBring friends or make new ones at the table! \n\n\n🔞 Age Restriction:\nMust be 21+ to attend—don’t forget your ID! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/music-bingo-at-eno-river-brewing/2025-11-26/ LOCATION:eno river brewing\, 329 Eno Mountain Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T220000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20240108T154832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z UID:10004309-1764273600-1764280800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-11-27/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kuf-Knotz-and-Christine-Elise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T210000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20250509T195846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T140448Z UID:10009875-1764352800-1764363600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Last Fridays and the Art Walk! DESCRIPTION:FREE monthly events celebrating ART\, CULTURE\, and COMMUNITY in Hillsborough\, NC\, featuring: \n⭐ The Art Walk (Year-Round) – 28+ participating venues offer monthly artist receptions\, demonstrations\, mini markets\, live music\, and more. \n⭐ Living Arts in River Park (April – October) – Community drumming\, dance\, and interactive opportunities with the Living Arts Collective in Hillsborough’s River Park. No matter your experience or comfort level with drumming or dance\, these gatherings are an opportunity to expand. All are welcome. \n⭐ Last Fridays Makers Markets & *NEW* Live on the Lawn Performance Series (May – October) – Local artists\, community groups\, community arts & crafts\, and live performances at the Old Orange County Courthouse Lawn. \nApplications to become an Approved Vendor for 2025 Last Fridays Makers Markets are NOW OPEN. Local artists and organizations/community groups are encouraged to apply. \nLearn about each monthly lineup\, download the itinerary\, and CHOOSE YOUR LAST FRIDAYS ADVENTURE at www.lastfridays.org*! \n*Details on this page are generally finalized the week before each Last Friday event. \nThis program was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council\, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Additional support is provided by the Tourism Board of the Town of Hillsborough. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/last-fridays-and-the-art-walk/2025-11-28/ LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Festival,Free,Live Music,Maker,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2023_LFAW_June_Ryan-Dwyer_12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013839-1764410400-1764439200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-11-29/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T170000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101324 CREATED:20251103T150317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T150317Z UID:10013823-1764417600-1764435600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:St Andrews Day in Saltire Gallerie DESCRIPTION:Saltire Gallerie celebrates St Andrews Day\, for Saint Andrew of Scotland \nJoin us to mark this Scottish holiday with our first seasonal sale of Scottish fine art. Our collection spans centuries and styles\, from naturalistic Highland landscapes to post impressionist Scottish Colourist\, and more!  Find your treasure or your special gift. Light repast and Scottish seasonal theme in the James Hogg house circa 1781.\nParking available on site and nearby. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/st-andrews-day-in-saltire-gallerie/2025-11-29/ LOCATION:Saltire Gallerie\, 209 Burnside Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,History,Holidays,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0987-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T160000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251107T203820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T203820Z UID:10013826-1764421200-1764432000@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Christmas Wreath Worskshop DESCRIPTION:Firefly Farm invites you to our Christmas Wreath workshop. This workshop will be held on Saturday\, November 29\, 2025 from 1-4 pm. You make your own wreath with our guidance\, from start to finish! We provide farm fresh evergreens\, berries\, pine cones and other natural materials to choose from – all gathered from our farm. Top off your wreath with a festive bow. There will be hot chocolate\, cider\, and coffee with cookies and other snacks with holiday music to help get your creative juices flowing. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/christmas-wreath-worskshop/ LOCATION:Firefly Farm\, 4911 Hunt Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Class,Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/White-Printable-Bright-Christmas-Workshop-Promotion-Flyer-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Firefly Farm":MAILTO:fireflyfarm2015@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251103T150317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T150317Z UID:10013819-1764504000-1764522000@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:St Andrews Day in Saltire Gallerie DESCRIPTION:Saltire Gallerie celebrates St Andrews Day\, for Saint Andrew of Scotland \nJoin us to mark this Scottish holiday with our first seasonal sale of Scottish fine art. Our collection spans centuries and styles\, from naturalistic Highland landscapes to post impressionist Scottish Colourist\, and more!  Find your treasure or your special gift. Light repast and Scottish seasonal theme in the James Hogg house circa 1781.\nParking available on site and nearby. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/st-andrews-day-in-saltire-gallerie/2025-11-30/ LOCATION:Saltire Gallerie\, 209 Burnside Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,History,Holidays,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_0987-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013840-1764669600-1764698400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-12-02/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T230000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20250508T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z UID:10009371-1764703800-1764716400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-12-02/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/494099527_1336280807905670_2561228841386880794_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20240216T151204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T151204Z UID:10005222-1764756000-1764766800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Drop-in Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join fellow artists for a collaborative open studio session. Work with others in a creative environment\, get feedback on your work\, and enjoy inspiration and creative process sharing with other artists. All mediums welcomed–bring your own tools and supplies. $5 per session\, drop-ins welcome\nAges 18+. Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/drop-in-open-studio-at-eno-arts-mill URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/drop-in-open-studio/2025-12-03/ LOCATION:Eno Arts Mill\, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road\, Suite 17\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pexels-elena-makhova-5464960-200x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20250508T191018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191018Z UID:10009636-1764788400-1764795600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Music BINGO at Eno River Brewing DESCRIPTION:🎶 Music Bingo at Eno River Brewing\nEvery Wednesday | 7–9 PM | 21+ Only \n📍 Location:\nEno River BrewingLive tunes\, craft brews\, and bingo with a beat! \n🎯 What It Is:\nForget numbers—this is bingo with a musical twist! \n\n\nInstead of numbers\, your bingo card has song titles or artists \n\n\nListen to short clips\, mark your card when you recognize a tune \n\n\n🍻 Why You’ll Love It:\n\n\nGreat beer \n\n\nGood vibes \n\n\nZero pressure to perform—just enjoy the music and play along \n\n\nBring friends or make new ones at the table! \n\n\n🔞 Age Restriction:\nMust be 21+ to attend—don’t forget your ID! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/music-bingo-at-eno-river-brewing/2025-12-03/ LOCATION:eno river brewing\, 329 Eno Mountain Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T220000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20240108T154832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z UID:10004310-1764878400-1764885600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-12-04/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kuf-Knotz-and-Christine-Elise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251006T185225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T185225Z UID:10013161-1765015200-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:FeST DESCRIPTION:Each year St. Matthews Episcopal Church celebrates the many talents of our parishioners at our holiday craft fair\, bake sale\, and BBQ lunch known as the Festival of the Society Tree (FeST). FeST 2026 will be on Saturday\, December 6th from 10am- 2p at St. Matthews Episcopal Church. This event is named in honor of the efforts of the ladies sewing society who in 1867 used what was then a novelty\, the Christmas tree\, as a way to sell their wonderful handiwork in the community. The Society raised funds for much of the architectural additions and furnishing that still grace our historic church building. Today all proceeds from FeST go to help people in need in Orange and Durham counties through donations to local non-profit organizations. Please come shop for holiday gifts\, fill your table with delicious baked goods\, sit down at the table with us to enjoy a BBQ lunch\, and tour our historic church sanctuary.  All are welcome! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/fest/ LOCATION:St Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 210 St. Mary's Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Fundraiser,History,Holidays,Kids,religious,Tour GEO:36.0763901;-79.0953294 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Matthew’s Episcopal Church 210 St. Mary's Rd Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 St. Mary's Rd:geo:-79.0953294,36.0763901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251002T140437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T140437Z UID:10013154-1765015200-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:FeST- Festival of the Society Tree DESCRIPTION:Each year St. Matthews Episcopal Church celebrates the many talents of our parishioners at our holiday craft fair\, bake sale\, and BBQ lunch known as the Festival of the Society Tree (FeST). FeST 2026 will be on Saturday\, December 6th from 10am- 2p at St. Matthews Episcopal Church. This event is named in honor of the efforts of the ladies sewing society who in 1867 used what was then a novelty\, the Christmas tree\, as a way to sell their wonderful handiwork in the community. The Society raised funds for much of the architectural additions and furnishing that still grace our historic church building. Today all proceeds from FeST go to help people in need in Orange and Durham counties through donations to local non-profit organizations. Please come shop for holiday gifts\, fill your table with delicious baked goods\, sit down at the table with us to enjoy a BBQ lunch\, and tour our historic church sanctuary. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/fest-festival-of-the-society-tree/ LOCATION:St Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 210 St. Mary's Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Fundraiser,History,Holidays,religious,Shopping,Tour GEO:36.0763901;-79.0953294 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Matthew’s Episcopal Church 210 St. Mary's Rd Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 St. Mary's Rd:geo:-79.0953294,36.0763901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013841-1765015200-1765044000@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-12-06/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251110T204705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T204705Z UID:10013849-1765018800-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Big Spoon Roasters Holiday Market DESCRIPTION:Join Big Spoon Roasters at our HQ & Roastery to create custom gift sets\, sample our entire lineup of nut butters and bars (including LTD Batches Gingerbread Crunch\, Linzer Cookie\, and Sugar Plum)\, and find the perfect holiday gift for anyone on your list. \nParking is available on-site\, with overflow parking available nearby at Joe Van Gogh (505 Meadowlands Drive). This event is FREE and open to the public. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/big-spoon-roasters-holiday-market/ LOCATION:Big Spoon Roasters\, 500 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/BSR-Holiday-Market-Fliers-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251103T145758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T160640Z UID:10013821-1765033200-1765044000@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Jingle & Joy Weekend DESCRIPTION: Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend | December 6–7\, 2025 Hillsborough invites you to unwrap the magic of the season during our Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend! This festive two-day celebration is packed with cheer for all ages.\n\n SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 6Kick off the holiday fun at the Hillsborough Visitor Center with Photos with Santa\, Reading with Mrs. Claus (3:00 PM)\, Photos with Santa (3:15 – 4:45 PM)\, a Multicultural Holidays Fair\, and Games at the North Pole! Enjoy free yard games and crafts\, plus delicious treats for sale — including cocoa\, baked goods\, and gluten-free options.\nLearn about the variety of holidays celebrated in Hillsborough with Kol Haskala and Diamante Arts and Cultural Center while you sip and snack on treats from PORCH and Oat & Co.\n\n Photos with Santa begin around 3:15 PM. Please note that the line for Santa photos will close at 4:45 PM.\nAt 5:00 PM\, join the music with the Color and Light Community Choir in a group procession to the Historic Orange County Courthouse for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony\, where we’ll light up downtown with holiday spirit!\n\n Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour | 3–8 PMStep inside Hillsborough’s history with this reimagined take on the beloved Candlelight Home Tours. Visit six homes\, each representing a different time period\, all within the town’s historic district.\nFeatured Homes Include:–The Nash Hooper House–Bellevue–The Whitted House–The Ashe House–The Mid-Century Manor–The Parks-Richmond House (Inn at Teardrops)\nPlease note: All tour stops are private residences with limited accessibility. Most feature only the first floor and may require walking up a few front steps.\n\n SUNDAY\, DECEMBER 7End the weekend with one of Hillsborough’s favorite traditions — the Holiday Parade\, filled with floats\, music\, and merry surprises for the whole family!Kick off with the afternoon with the Running of the Elves at 4:00 PM and watch the floats go by starting at 4:20 PM.\n Tickets are required only for the Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour.All other events are free and open to the public. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/jingle-joy-weekend/2025-12-06/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Holidays,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/JJ-Weekend.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:officeadmin@hillsboroughchamber.com GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T200000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251103T145239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T204518Z UID:10013820-1765033200-1765051200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Tinsel & Traditions Home Tours DESCRIPTION: Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour | 3–8 PMStep inside Hillsborough’s history with this reimagined take on the beloved Candlelight Home Tours. Visit six homes\, each representing a different time period\, all within the town’s historic district.\n\nPlease note: All tour stops are private residences with limited accessibility. Most feature only the first floor and may require walking up a few front steps.\n\n Ticketed event — $25 per person; kids 12 & under free. Purchase tickets HERE. Ticket sales end at 7:00 PM on December 6. Check-in at the Alexander Dickson House before beginning your tour. Special thanks to the Hillsborough Garden Club for providing festive outdoor decorations.\n\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tinsel-and-traditions-home-tour URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/tinsel-traditions-home-tours/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Tinsel-and-Traditions-3.png GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251103T145758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T160640Z UID:10013822-1765123200-1765130400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Jingle & Joy Weekend DESCRIPTION: Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend | December 6–7\, 2025 Hillsborough invites you to unwrap the magic of the season during our Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend! This festive two-day celebration is packed with cheer for all ages.\n\n SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 6Kick off the holiday fun at the Hillsborough Visitor Center with Photos with Santa\, Reading with Mrs. Claus (3:00 PM)\, Photos with Santa (3:15 – 4:45 PM)\, a Multicultural Holidays Fair\, and Games at the North Pole! Enjoy free yard games and crafts\, plus delicious treats for sale — including cocoa\, baked goods\, and gluten-free options.\nLearn about the variety of holidays celebrated in Hillsborough with Kol Haskala and Diamante Arts and Cultural Center while you sip and snack on treats from PORCH and Oat & Co.\n\n Photos with Santa begin around 3:15 PM. Please note that the line for Santa photos will close at 4:45 PM.\nAt 5:00 PM\, join the music with the Color and Light Community Choir in a group procession to the Historic Orange County Courthouse for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony\, where we’ll light up downtown with holiday spirit!\n\n Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour | 3–8 PMStep inside Hillsborough’s history with this reimagined take on the beloved Candlelight Home Tours. Visit six homes\, each representing a different time period\, all within the town’s historic district.\nFeatured Homes Include:–The Nash Hooper House–Bellevue–The Whitted House–The Ashe House–The Mid-Century Manor–The Parks-Richmond House (Inn at Teardrops)\nPlease note: All tour stops are private residences with limited accessibility. Most feature only the first floor and may require walking up a few front steps.\n\n SUNDAY\, DECEMBER 7End the weekend with one of Hillsborough’s favorite traditions — the Holiday Parade\, filled with floats\, music\, and merry surprises for the whole family!Kick off with the afternoon with the Running of the Elves at 4:00 PM and watch the floats go by starting at 4:20 PM.\n Tickets are required only for the Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour.All other events are free and open to the public. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/jingle-joy-weekend/2025-12-07/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Holidays,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/JJ-Weekend.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:officeadmin@hillsboroughchamber.com GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013842-1765274400-1765303200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T203000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251030T141512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T141512Z UID:10013816-1765306800-1765312200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Candlelit Toast DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enchanting evening at the Burwell School Historic Site. Enjoy a selection of wines and decadent desserts in the historic home\, candlelit and decorated for the holidays. Live harp music will be your soundscape\, performed by Amy Ims. \nAll proceeds raised go directly to the Burwell School Historic Site\, supporting our mission of education and historic preservation. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/candlelit-toast/ LOCATION:Burwell School Historic Site\, 319 North Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FY26-Candlelit-Toast-Flyer.png GEO:36.0797841;-79.0999919 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Burwell School Historic Site 319 North Churton Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=319 North Churton Street:geo:-79.0999919,36.0797841 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T230000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20250508T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z UID:10009372-1765308600-1765321200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/494099527_1336280807905670_2561228841386880794_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T130000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20240216T151204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T151204Z UID:10005223-1765360800-1765371600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Drop-in Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join fellow artists for a collaborative open studio session. Work with others in a creative environment\, get feedback on your work\, and enjoy inspiration and creative process sharing with other artists. All mediums welcomed–bring your own tools and supplies. $5 per session\, drop-ins welcome\nAges 18+. Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/drop-in-open-studio-at-eno-arts-mill URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/drop-in-open-studio/2025-12-10/ LOCATION:Eno Arts Mill\, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road\, Suite 17\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pexels-elena-makhova-5464960-200x300-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T210000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20250508T191018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191018Z UID:10009637-1765393200-1765400400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Music BINGO at Eno River Brewing DESCRIPTION:🎶 Music Bingo at Eno River Brewing\nEvery Wednesday | 7–9 PM | 21+ Only \n📍 Location:\nEno River BrewingLive tunes\, craft brews\, and bingo with a beat! \n🎯 What It Is:\nForget numbers—this is bingo with a musical twist! \n\n\nInstead of numbers\, your bingo card has song titles or artists \n\n\nListen to short clips\, mark your card when you recognize a tune \n\n\n🍻 Why You’ll Love It:\n\n\nGreat beer \n\n\nGood vibes \n\n\nZero pressure to perform—just enjoy the music and play along \n\n\nBring friends or make new ones at the table! \n\n\n🔞 Age Restriction:\nMust be 21+ to attend—don’t forget your ID! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/music-bingo-at-eno-river-brewing/2025-12-10/ LOCATION:eno river brewing\, 329 Eno Mountain Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T220000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20240108T154832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z UID:10004311-1765483200-1765490400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-12-11/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kuf-Knotz-and-Christine-Elise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251014T182342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T182342Z UID:10013695-1765620000-1765634400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Holiday Open House at Sunshine Lavender Farm DESCRIPTION:☕Fresh baked goodies popping out of the oven for you to nibble with our nearly famous Lavender Hot Chocolate. Win a DOOR PRIZE! \n🎁 SHOP LOCAL. Grown here. Lovingly made. The Lavender Love Shop & Farm Market will be twinkling and sparkling with possibilities. From hostess gifts to stocking stuffers\, for foodies and for all who need to just breathe and relax\, find the farm’s unique collection of soul-soothing\, sweetly scented handcrafted lavender goods for the body\, garden\, gifts\, home and weddings. Discover lots of new and one-of-a-kind items exclusive to the Holiday Open House. Many items are below $20. \n🐓 BREATHE. RELAX. It’s magical here. For 25 years we’ve grown lavender and lovingly made and curated gifts for our Holiday Open House. Many exclaim how much they enjoy the scenic drive to the country. Little traffic! \n🌲 An annual tradition for many. Fun for your girlfriends or a day trip with your partner. Maybe bring your garden or book club pals. \n💜 Did you know that Santa lives here? Bring Fido! Farmer Dale IS SANTA and will be on the farm ready for you and yours to snap outdoor pet photos together. With proceeds benefiting the Animal Protection Society of Caswell County\, well behaved pets on leashes are welcomed to visit the farm for our annual Holiday Open House on Saturday\, December 13 from 10 am – 2 pm. You sure can take your pet for a stroll about the property! Due to Health Department rules\, pets are not permitted in the Farm Market. \n🐶 Bring your pet and a friend to take turns holding the leash so that ya’ll can check out the Lavender Love Shop & Farm Market. Santa will be outside near the Farm Market so nab your camera or phone. First-come\, first served. When you RSVP you’ll decide on the donation level that works best for you. Funds benefit adoptable pooches and kitties in APS Caswell County’s care. The rural animal shelter is just up the road from the farm. \nIf you’d like to relax and stay a while\, there’s some farm seating available. You may wish to bring whatever you need to be comfortable. Wear your farm attire that you won’t mind getting dirty to include closed shoes. Restroom on site. \nSign up for the seasonal Lavender Letters at www.sunshinelavenderfarm.com and be the first to receive event updates and farm news. \nCome to breathe in the lavender and relax. Thanks for considering stopping by! ☀️💜🌲 \nThe Baggett Family \nDale\, Annie\, Abigail\, Sylvie + our crew of enthusiastic lavender ambassadors! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/holiday-open-house-at-sunshine-lavender-farm/ LOCATION:Sunshine Lavender Farm\, 4104 Millstone Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Holidays,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/401794367_728285326006086_5001190116509983110_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T180000 DTSTAMP:20251112T101325 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013843-1765620000-1765648800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:The Art of Giving DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR