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  • April 2026

  • Wed 1

    A Front Porch Conversation: Southern Voice in Narrative Poetry with Dasan Ahanu

    April 1 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Oberlin Regional Library 1930 Clark Ave, Raleigh

    There is an undeniable uniqueness to how the Southern voice approaches narrative poetry—intertwining stories, rhythm, and lived experiences. Dasan Ahanu will explore this uniqueness while sharing poems from his three latest collections: Shackled Freedom, Month of Sundays, and Concrete Jungle Allegories. He will discuss how his writing seeks to carry on the legacy of Southern…

    Free
  • Thu 2

    The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

    April 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 pm The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
    Pullen Arts Center

    The Road Through Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell by photographer, oral historian, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Theresa Scott. This deeply personal documentary exhibition explores the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ veterans who served under restrictive military policies. Through intimate portrait photography paired with first-person oral histories, Scott brings forward stories long silenced by institutional policy and…

    Free
  • Thu 2

    1776

    April 2 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm 1776
    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles…

    $33
  • Fri 3

    Women’s Only Handbuilding with Clay

    April 3 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Women’s Only Handbuilding with Clay
    The Joel Fund 822 S White Street, Wake Forest

    When: Fridays 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Dates: Friday: 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 MAKE UP: 5/1 (skip Good Friday, 4/3) Please Note: All classes and workshops are for Military Connected Individuals who are 18 years or older. This particular class is for military-connected women over 18 years or older. Create a one-of-a-kind collection…

    $25
  • Fri 3

    Artspace First Fridays

    April 3 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Artspace 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Swing by Artspace each month to view new exhibitions, enjoy a hands-on art activity, and shop with our 30+ studio artists

  • Fri 3

    1776

    April 3 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm 1776
    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles…

    $33
  • Sat 4

    The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

    April 4 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 pm The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
    Pullen Arts Center

    The Road Through Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell by photographer, oral historian, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Theresa Scott. This deeply personal documentary exhibition explores the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ veterans who served under restrictive military policies. Through intimate portrait photography paired with first-person oral histories, Scott brings forward stories long silenced by institutional policy and…

    Free
  • Sat 4

    Artist Talk with Rowena Federico Finn

    April 4 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Artspace 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Join Virginia-based artist Rowena Federico Finn for a discussion of her solo exhibition on view at Artspace.Join artist Rowena Federico Finn for a discussion on migration, memory, identity, colonization, and more related to her solo exhibition Inventing a Homeland on view at Artspace until April 4.About Rowena Federico FinnROWENA FEDERICO FINN’s work combines Philippine Indigenous…

  • Sat 4

    1776

    April 4 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm 1776
    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles…

    $33
  • Sun 5

    The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

    April 5 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 pm The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
    Pullen Arts Center

    The Road Through Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell by photographer, oral historian, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Theresa Scott. This deeply personal documentary exhibition explores the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ veterans who served under restrictive military policies. Through intimate portrait photography paired with first-person oral histories, Scott brings forward stories long silenced by institutional policy and…

    Free
  • Sun 5

    Artspace Open Studio

    April 5 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Artspace 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Let your imagination soar in Artspace's Open Studio and enjoy a free self-guided art making activity for ages 5 and up

  • Sun 5

    1776

    April 5 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm 1776
    Raleigh Little Theatre 301 Pogue St, Raleigh

    It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles…

    $33
  • Sun 5

    Roll, Release and Reset

    April 5 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Roll, Release and Reset
    Arts Together 114 SAINT MARYS ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    Ages 18+ This workshop focuses on enhancing strength and stability in the body and pelvic floor region through a combination of exercises and techniques. This class will also provide a self-care component that empowers participants to take control of their health. In addition to targeted exercises, participants will also learn myofascial release techniques using therapy…

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