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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-12/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk with Melissa Huang
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Melissa Huang for a discussion about her solo exhibition on view at Artspace. \nJoin artist Melissa Huang for a discussion on identity in the digital age\, self-perception\, and more related to her solo exhibition Mirror Addict on view at Artspace from April 16-May 24. \nAbout Melissa Huang \nMELISSA HUANG (b. 1992) is an interdisciplinary artist living in Statesboro\, Georgia\, where she is an Assistant Professor of Art at Georgia Southern University. Melissa graduated from the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design at Georgia State University with her MFA in Drawing and Painting (2021) and the Rochester Institute of Technology with her BFA in Fine Arts Studio (2014). \nHer glitch-inspired painting and video self-portraiture studies the desire\, failure\, and dissonance associated with portraying an idealized self for a largely digital audience. Melissa has exhibited nationally and abroad with recent solo exhibitions at the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art\, the Albany Museum of Art\, and Whitespace. Her work has been published in New American Paintings and New Visionary Magazine. She is represented by Whitespace in Atlanta\, GA. You can see more of Melissa’s artwork on Instagram (@melissahuangart) or her website (www.melissahuang.com). \nAbout Artspace \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nParking and Accessibility \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Free parking is available at the following parking decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nThere are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/artist-talk-with-melissa-huang-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T132608Z
CREATED:20250725T232614Z
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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-11/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
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SUMMARY:Arts on the Block
DESCRIPTION:Artspace’s 2nd annual block party – celebrating the power of community and visual art!\nArts on the Block is a free block party for all ages hosted by Artspace\, celebrating the power of community and visual art. Historic City Market and Davie Street will come alive with local DJs\, hands-on artist-led demonstrations\, art exhibitions\, make + take activities\, and a special installation. Shop and eat local with 30 artisan vendors\, City Market retail stores and restaurants\, and guest food trucks while exploring visual art. \nFunds raised during Arts on the Block will support Artspace’s mission to provide accessible art exhibitions\, affordable studio spaces\, career-building artist residencies\, low and no-cost art education programs\, and community events. \nArts on the Block Experiences: \nCreativity Block – Participate in hands on artist-led demos\, enjoy make + take activities for creatives of all ages and engage with our art & cultural partners. \nSocial Block – Dance to beats by local DJs\, meet our community partners and play lawn games\, and enjoy pop-up performances. \nFood Truck Block – Eat local with guest food trucks and vendors and surrounding City Market restaurants. \nMarket Block – Shop for local art\, goods\, and gifts with 35 artisan vendors \nInside Artspace – Stroll through our spring exhibitions with work by Ellen Lindner\, Gabriele DiTota\, Tyler Starr\, and Melissa Huang. Meet and shop with our 30+ studio artists and chill out in our sensory friendly space. \nSee the full event details here: https://artspacenc.org/arts-on-the-block/ \nParking and Accessibility // \nFree parking is available at the following parking decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nThere are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/arts-on-the-block-3/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-10/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-9/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Lunar New Year with art and cultural experiences brought to you by Artspace\, FASCA\, and Raleigh Chinese Language School\nBring the whole family to celebrate Lunar New Year with Artspace\, Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambasadors\, and the Raleigh Chinese Language School. Join us an art-filled day feauturing exhibitions by local artists\, art making activities\, hands-on artist demos\, and cultural performances. Meet and shop with our 30+ studio artists while enjoying free refreshments. \nThere is no admission but registration helps us anticipate attendance and donations are welcome. \nLunar New Year Family Day Experiences \nEnjoy craft activities\, Taiwanese Knotting\, Calligraphy\, and more\nCultural performances by FASCA and Raleigh Chinese Language School\nTake part in artist demos by Artspace studio artists\nExplore art exhibitions and 30+ artist studios\nSavor free refreshments while supplies last \nVen con toda tu familia a celebrar el Año Nuevo Lunar con Artspace\, la Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambassadors y la Raleigh Chinese Language School. Te invitamos a pasar un día lleno de arte: habrá exposiciones de artistas locales\, actividades de manualidades\, puestos culturales\, demostraciones artísticas y varias presentaciones culturales. Además\, podrás conocer y comprar directamente de más de 30 artistas del estudio mientras disfrutas de bocadillos gratis para celebrar el Año Nuevo Lunar. \nExperiencias del Día familiar del Año Nuevo Lunar \nDisfruta de actividades de manualidades\, nudos Taiwaneses\, caligrafía y más\nPresentaciones culturales de FASCA y Raleigh Chinese Language School\nParticipa en demostraciones de artistas del estudio de Artspace\nExplora exhibiciones de arte y estudios de artistas\nDegusta bocadillos gratuitos (hasta que se terminen) \nParking and Accessibility // \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Free parking is available at the following parking decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nThere are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/lunar-new-year-family-day-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T170000
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SUMMARY:Shuttering Carpenter: Role\, Tools and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:Shuttering carpentry is a specialized branch of carpentry used in concrete construction. Shuttering carpenters play a crucial role in creating formwork\, which serves as a mold for concrete until it sets. This profession requires skill\, precision\, and knowledge of construction processes.\nThis detailed guide explains what a shuttering carpenter does\, the types of work they perform\, the tools they use\, and the skills required to succeed in this field.\nWhat Is a Shuttering Carpenter?\nA shuttering carpenter is a skilled worker responsible for creating\, installing\, and dismantling temporary wooden or metal forms that shape poured concrete. These forms\, called shuttering or formwork\, hold concrete in place until it hardens and achieves the desired structural integrity.\nShuttering carpentry is critical in constructing:\nColumns\nBeams\nSlabs\nStaircases\nWalls\nThe accuracy of shuttering directly affects the structural strength and finish quality of a building.\nImportance of Shuttering Carpenters\nShuttering carpenters are essential for construction projects because:\nStructural Accuracy – Properly aligned formwork ensures the correct shape and dimensions of concrete structures.\nSafety – Well-built shuttering prevents accidents on-site due to collapsing forms.\nTime Efficiency – Skilled carpenters can assemble and dismantle formwork quickly\, reducing construction time.\nCost Saving – Efficient shuttering minimizes wastage of materials like wood\, steel\, and concrete.\nWithout expert shuttering carpenters\, concrete structures risk uneven surfaces\, misalignment\, or structural failure.\nTypes of Shuttering Carpenter Work\nShuttering carpenters perform a variety of tasks depending on the project type:\n1. Column Shuttering\nColumn shuttering involves building vertical molds to hold concrete while it sets. Accurate alignment is crucial to maintain verticality and structural integrity.\n2. Beam Shuttering\nBeams support loads and connect columns. Shuttering carpenters construct horizontal molds that prevent concrete sagging and ensure precise beam dimensions.\n3. Slab Shuttering\nSlabs form floors and ceilings. Shuttering carpenters install plywood or steel sheets supported by scaffolding or props to hold the wet concrete.\n4. Staircase Shuttering\nStaircase formwork requires careful design to ensure steps are uniform in height and width. This is more challenging due to angular and curved shapes.\n5. Wall Shuttering\nShuttering carpenters build forms for vertical walls in residential or commercial projects. Proper bracing is important to prevent bulging.\n6. Curved or Decorative Formwork\nIn specialized projects\, carpenters create molds for arches\, rounded corners\, or decorative concrete finishes.\nTools Used by Shuttering Carpenters\nShuttering carpentry requires both hand tools and power tools for efficiency and precision.\nHand Tools\nHammer – For driving nails into shuttering panels.\nChisel – For shaping wooden panels and adjusting joints.\nMeasuring Tape – For precise measurement of formwork dimensions.\nSpirit Level – Ensures vertical and horizontal alignment.\nPlumb Bob – Checks vertical straightness of forms.\nSaw – Cuts wood to required sizes.\nScrewdrivers – For fixing screws and fasteners.\nPower Tools\nElectric Drill – For making holes and inserting fasteners quickly.\nCircular Saw – For cutting wood sheets efficiently.\nNail Gun – Speeds up panel assembly.\nMaterials Used in Shuttering Carpentry\nShuttering carpenters work with materials like:\nPlywood – Flexible\, smooth surfaces for concrete molds.\nTimber/Planks – Structural support for forms.\nSteel Props – Vertical support for beams and slabs.\nNails and Screws – Fastening components.\nOil or Release Agents – Prevent concrete from sticking to the shutter.\nSkills Required for Shuttering Carpenters\nShuttering carpenters need a mix of technical\, physical\, and soft skills.\n1. Technical Skills\nKnowledge of construction drawings and specifications.\nUnderstanding of concrete properties and curing times.\nAbility to measure and align forms accurately.\nProficiency in using hand and power tools.\n2. Physical Skills\nStrength and stamina for handling heavy wood and props.\nDexterity to assemble and dismantle shuttering quickly.\nGood balance for working at heights.\n3. Soft Skills\nAttention to detail for precision work.\nTeamwork\, as formwork often requires multiple carpenters.\nProblem-solving for adjustments in complex structures.\nCommon Challenges in Shuttering Carpentry\nShuttering carpenters face several challenges:\nWorking in hot or uncomfortable weather conditions.\nHandling large\, heavy panels safely.\nMaintaining accuracy in complex shapes.\nMeeting tight construction deadlines.\nEnsuring safety on scaffolding or high structures.\nTips for Efficient Shuttering Carpenter Work\nPlan Before Assembly – Review drawings and materials.\nUse Quality Tools – Good tools reduce errors and save time.\nCheck Measurements Twice – Ensures accurate alignment.\nSecure Formwork Properly – Prevents collapsing during concrete pouring.\nWork with a Team – Reduces effort and improves safety.\nRegular Maintenance of Tools – Sharp and clean tools increase efficiency.\nCareer Opportunities for Shuttering Carpenters\nShuttering carpentry is a specialized skill in high demand in the construction industry. Career opportunities include:\nConstruction sites for residential and commercial projects\nIndustrial construction (factories\, plants)\nBridge and infrastructure projects\nIndependent contractor or subcontractor\nSupervisory roles such as site foreman or formwork supervisor\nExperienced carpenters can also train apprentices or start their own shuttering services business.\nTraining and Education\nShuttering carpenters usually gain skills through:\nOn-the-job apprenticeship with experienced carpenters\nVocational training programs\nTechnical institutes focused on construction trades\nLearning proper safety practices\, tool handling\, and reading blueprints is essential for career growth.\nSafety Practices for Shuttering Carpenters\nShuttering carpentry involves heavy materials and elevated work. Safety measures include:\nWearing helmets\, gloves\, and safety shoes\nUsing harnesses for working at heights\nEnsuring scaffolding is stable and secure\nChecking props and supports before pouring concrete\nFollowing site safety regulations\nProper safety reduces accidents and protects workers from serious injuries.\nConclusion\nA shuttering carpenter is a key professional in construction\, responsible for creating precise molds that shape concrete structures. The work requires skill\, accuracy\, teamwork\, and physical strength. From columns and beams to slabs and decorative concrete\, shuttering carpenters ensure buildings are strong\, safe\, and aesthetically finished.\nUnderstanding the role\, tools\, and responsibilities of shuttering carpenters helps both professionals and students appreciate this essential trade. With proper training\, experience\, and attention to safety\, shuttering carpenters can build a successful career in the construction industry.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/shuttering-carpenter-role-tools-and-responsibilities/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Dance Festival":MAILTO:adf@americandancefestival.org
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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-8/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T130000
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SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-7/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T220000
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SUMMARY:Artspace First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Swing by Artspace each month to view new exhibitions\, enjoy a hands-on art activity\, and shop with our 30+ studio artists\nFirst Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our city’s creative community. One of the founding organizations behind First Friday\, Artspace opens its doors until 10pm every First Friday. Artspace’s First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 4-6pm. \nFirst Friday is always free and open to everyone! \nDecember First Friday will feature: \nA Fine State of Disrepair with work by Jason Craighead in Gallery 1\nBuilt to Remember with work by Lauren Selden in Gallery 2\nMy notifs are off\, come to my art show with work by Anna Lee\, 2024 NC Emerging Artist in Residence in Upfront Gallery\n12×12 Member Showcase in the Corridors\nMeet and shop with our 30+ studio artists\nAll ages art making activity\, 4-8:30pm\n————————————————————————————————————— \nEste evento se celebra el primer viernes de cada mes en Downtown Raleigh y muestra lo mejor de la comunidad creativa de nuestra ciudad. Una de las organizaciones fundadoras del Primer viernes\, Artspace\, abre sus puertas de 4 a 10 p. m. el primer viernes de cada mes. \n¡El Primer viernes siempre es gratuito y abierto para toda la comunidad! \nAbout Artspace // \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nParking and Accessibility // \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Free parking is available at the following parking decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nThere are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/artspace-first-friday/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T150000
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SUMMARY:From Life to Canvas: Find Your Voice in the Everyday | Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join studio artist Arturo Correa for a non- traditional painting workshop that’ll guide you through a journey to connect the world around you\, both positive and negative\, to the art that you make. \nThis workshop centers the notion that art is a powerful means of expressing and reflecting on our feelings and values that inform our lives. Arturo will share his own approach to artmaking that uncovers personal insights about yourself and utilize this insight as a means to make conceptually meaningful artwork. \nThis workshop is ideal for artists who are looking to branch out of their comfort zone and expand on their conceptual understanding of the artistic process. Materials will be provided\, but participants are welcome to bring their own as well. \nAre you an Artspace member or ambassador? Email Danny Peña\, Director of Education + Community Programs at dpena@artspacenc.org for your one-time promo code and receive your discount. \nAbout the artist \nArturo Correa is an American-Venezuelan visual artist with nearly 30 years of experience\, specializing in painting that bridges cultural narratives. Recognized for 22 solo exhibitions\, 27 group exhibitions\, and extensive engagement with academic communities as a guest instructor\, artist-in-residence\, and speaker. Correa is committed to inspiring emerging artists through practical and philosophical insights drawn from a sustained creative career. \nAbout Artspace // \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nParking and Accessibility \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Parking decks with free weekend parking include: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/from-life-to-canvas-find-your-voice-in-the-everyday-art-workshop-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T160000
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SUMMARY:Artspace First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Swing by Artspace each month to view new exhibitions\, enjoy a hands-on art activity\, and shop with our 30+ studio artists\nFirst Friday is celebrated on the first Friday of each month throughout Downtown Raleigh to showcase the best of our city’s creative community. One of the founding organizations behind First Friday\, Artspace opens its doors until 10pm every First Friday. Artspace’s First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 4-6pm. \nFirst Friday is always free and open to everyone! \nNovember First Friday will feature: \nArt Bash Live Art Bid Preview in Gallery 1\nCarolina Roots with work by rural NC artists in Gallery 2\nSacred Sanctuaries with work by Patrizia Ferreira\, 2024 NC Emerging Artist in Residence in Upfront Gallery\n12×12 Member Showcase in the Corridors\nExhibition by The Beautiful Project in The People’s Studio\nMeet and shop with our 30+ studio artists\nAll ages art making activity\, 4-8:30pm\nLive painting by Chris Evans\, 5-7pm\nSounds by XOXOK\, 7-10pm \nFirst Friday series made possible by Sharefile. \n————————————————————————————————————— \nEste evento se celebra el primer viernes de cada mes en Downtown Raleigh y muestra lo mejor de la comunidad creativa de nuestra ciudad. Una de las organizaciones fundadoras del Primer viernes\, Artspace\, abre sus puertas de 4 a 10 p. m. el primer viernes de cada mes. \n¡El Primer viernes siempre es gratuito y abierto para toda la comunidad! \nAbout Artspace // \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nParking and Accessibility // \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Free parking is available at the following parking decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nThere are also several pay lots nearby: City Market parking lot and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/artspace-first-friday-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000
DTSTAMP:20251018T204113Z
CREATED:20250725T232613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T204113Z
UID:10003011-1760871600-1760878800@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-6/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/1383fda8e6c7d2ec946c31a3ae4bd1df.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T170000
DTSTAMP:20251020T124017Z
CREATED:20251020T124017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T124017Z
UID:10006310-1760688000-1760720400@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Patrizia Ferreira - Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join fiber artist Patrizia Ferreira for a conversation on nature\, humanity\, migration\, and the creative process as she discusses her solo exhibition\, Sancred Sanctuaries on view at Artspace until November 30. \nArtist Statement \n“Sacred Sanctuaries invites viewers to reflect on the many meanings of shelter — not only as a space that protects us from danger\, whether animal or human\, but also as something inherently fragile and often temporary. The word sanctuary also evokes current issues around immigration and the increasing threats to places of refuge. \nThis work encourages us to rethink what truly defines a refuge. Is it a house? Or could it be a forest\, a beach\, a makeshift structure\, or even a blanket? No matter where we are in the world\, we instinctively shape our environment to create a space of protection. \nSacred Sanctuaries explores this liminal space — the threshold between us and the world — and what it means to seek safety\, belonging\, and peace.” \nAbout Patrizia Ferreira \nPatrizia Ferreira’s work laboriously incorporates the debris of her surroundings namely\, textiles and plastic\, to create poetic pieces that speak of our society of over consumption\, and the state of our environment. By giving life to otherwise inanimate materials\, making something beautiful out of the discarded she invites the viewer to reflect upon the repercussions our actions cause on our planet. A native of Uruguay\, being an immigrant and being a woman instruments in great part her work. Pieces appear fragmented\, torn\, frayed\, depicting the obvious\, inevitable passage of time. A piece made of many disconnected parts. An analogy for how she feels. Made of many broken\, fragmented pieces – yet\, strongly rooted\, undeniably human. \nPatrizia received a bachelor’s degree in textile design from the Institute of Industrial Design in Montevideo\, Uruguay and a Master of Science degree in textile design for prints from Philadelphia University (currently Thomas Jefferson University). She is the recipient of the 2024 Emerging Artist in Residence at Artspace\, Raleigh\, NC. She is an artist and educator living in Raleigh\, NC. \nAbout Artspace \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nParking and Accessibility \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street or in the following decks: \nCity Center Deck\, 429 S. Wilmington St.\nMoore Square Deck\, 233 S. Wilmington St.\nMunicipal Complex Deck\, 201 W. Morgan St.\nWilmington Street Station Deck\, 117 S. Wilmington St.\nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide. \nhttps://artspacenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KnowBeforeYouGo_2025.pdf
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/patrizia-ferreira-artist-talk-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T190000
DTSTAMP:20250911T162732Z
CREATED:20250911T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T162732Z
UID:10005920-1758988800-1758999600@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Artist Talk + Closing Reception
DESCRIPTION://About this event// \nFacilitated by Leticia Clementina Thomas\, this artist talk with Laura Dudu and huiyin zhou dives into the personal stories and collaborative processes that birthed their multimedia exhibit\, 辫 (biān) / 彼岸 (bǐ àn）— “for those of us who live at the shoreline”(Audre Lorde\, A Litany for Survival). Topics include collaborative image-making and writing\, queer kinship\, diasporic home making\, and cultural organizing. Following the talk\, audience will have time to explore the exhibition and ask the artists questions during the closing reception. \n//About the exhibition// \nThrough photography\, family archives\, ephemera\, writing\, collage\, installation\, and participatory art\, 辫（biān) /彼岸（bǐ àn）embraces both the artists and their works as at once the shore and the water. The standing shores — individual legacies of (im)migration and wars their families endured — are braided by tender waters: the intimacy and care they share as collaborators and chosen family. \nThis project was supported\, in part\, by a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant. \n//About Artspace// \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \n//Parking and Accessibility// \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. There is also free parking available in 5 city-owned parking decks. Metered parking is available on adjacent streets. Explore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide. \nhttps://artspacenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KnowBeforeYouGo_2025.pdf
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/artist-talk-closing-reception-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTSTAMP:20250921T131037Z
CREATED:20250725T232613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T131037Z
UID:10003010-1758452400-1758459600@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-5/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/1383fda8e6c7d2ec946c31a3ae4bd1df.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T130000
DTSTAMP:20250816T184028Z
CREATED:20250725T232607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T184028Z
UID:10003009-1755428400-1755435600@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-4/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/6a650e6d9be5e146144dc9c1714c1ad2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T150000
DTSTAMP:20250505T175313Z
CREATED:20250505T175313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T175313Z
UID:10001658-1748872800-1748876400@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Kevin Kao - Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join ceramic artist Kevin Kao for a casual conversation on art\, form\, creation\, and identity as he discusses his solo exhibition Shape\, Shape\, Serve on view at Artspace from April 4-June 1. \nMore about Artspace \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nArtist Statement \nShape\, Shape\, Serve consists of two works by artist\, Kevin Kao\, who assembles groups of ceramic sculptures into large installations that explore systems of comprehension\, theatre\, and the collection. These themes act as metaphors for the Asian American experience\, particularly the process of assimilation\, drawing from the artists’ experience growing up as a third-culture kid – caught between multiple cultural influences and identities. \nBoth artworks in the exhibition – Serving Coasters and Buns – incorporate over 50 individual ceramic objects\, each crafted to reference bodily forms of hair\, limb\, flesh\, crevice\, and bone. These fragments are shaped\, assembled\, and recombined to reveal playful suggestions that reconsider utility\, an inherent quality associated with ceramics. \nAt the core of the exhibition are the multiple interpretations of serving. This concept is explored through many iterations: functionally as a drink coaster\, generosity in providing a look\, portion for consumption\, fulfillment of a purpose\, or an act of submission. These “serving” objects\, ask viewers to consider the roles of the body-object in presenting and navigating large social and cultural systems. \nParking and Accessibility \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Metered parking is available on adjacent streets. There are also several pay lots/decks nearby: City Market parking lot\, Blount Street parking deck\, and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.\nhttps://artspacenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KnowBeforeYouGo_2025.pdf
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/kevin-kao-artist-talk-2/2025-06-02/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T150000
DTSTAMP:20250505T175313Z
CREATED:20250505T175313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T175313Z
UID:10001657-1748786400-1748790000@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Kevin Kao - Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join ceramic artist Kevin Kao for a casual conversation on art\, form\, creation\, and identity as he discusses his solo exhibition Shape\, Shape\, Serve on view at Artspace from April 4-June 1. \nMore about Artspace \nArtspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists\, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios\, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace\, visit artspacenc.org \nArtist Statement \nShape\, Shape\, Serve consists of two works by artist\, Kevin Kao\, who assembles groups of ceramic sculptures into large installations that explore systems of comprehension\, theatre\, and the collection. These themes act as metaphors for the Asian American experience\, particularly the process of assimilation\, drawing from the artists’ experience growing up as a third-culture kid – caught between multiple cultural influences and identities. \nBoth artworks in the exhibition – Serving Coasters and Buns – incorporate over 50 individual ceramic objects\, each crafted to reference bodily forms of hair\, limb\, flesh\, crevice\, and bone. These fragments are shaped\, assembled\, and recombined to reveal playful suggestions that reconsider utility\, an inherent quality associated with ceramics. \nAt the core of the exhibition are the multiple interpretations of serving. This concept is explored through many iterations: functionally as a drink coaster\, generosity in providing a look\, portion for consumption\, fulfillment of a purpose\, or an act of submission. These “serving” objects\, ask viewers to consider the roles of the body-object in presenting and navigating large social and cultural systems. \nParking and Accessibility \nFree street parking is available on Davie Street. Metered parking is available on adjacent streets. There are also several pay lots/decks nearby: City Market parking lot\, Blount Street parking deck\, and several Secure P lots for night + weekend parking (314 E Davie St\, 415 S Person St\, 417 S Person St). \nExplore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.\nhttps://artspacenc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KnowBeforeYouGo_2025.pdf
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/kevin-kao-artist-talk-2/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T130000
DTSTAMP:20250518T112511Z
CREATED:20250326T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T112511Z
UID:10001338-1747566000-1747573200@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/210bae576a691182d75e9793c10731f9.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000
DTSTAMP:20250326T165311Z
CREATED:20250326T165311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T165311Z
UID:10001348-1746874800-1746882000@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Co-Create
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of working artists from Raleigh and surrounding areas!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/co-create-2/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T130000
DTSTAMP:20250401T182556Z
CREATED:20250326T165250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T182556Z
UID:10001337-1745146800-1745154000@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/210bae576a691182d75e9793c10731f9.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000
DTSTAMP:20250412T152515Z
CREATED:20250408T192526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T152515Z
UID:10001514-1744542000-1744549200@unitedarts.org
SUMMARY:Sip + Stitch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly gathering of fiber folks at Artspace!
URL:https://unitedarts.org/calendar/sip-stitch-3/
LOCATION:201 E Davie St\, 201 East Davie Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unitedarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/210bae576a691182d75e9793c10731f9.jpg
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