This talented panel of authors will read from their recent works -- 5 authors, 5 minute readings each -- followed by an evening of conversation to celebrate the recent publication of McIlwain's debut short story collection, Sidle Creek. Set in the bruised, mined, and timbered hills of Appalachia in western Pennsylvania, Sidle Creek is a tender, truthful exploration of a small town and the people who live there, told by a brilliant new voice in fiction. In Sidle Creek, McIlwain skillfully interrogates the myths and stereotypes of the mining, mill, and farming towns where she grew up. With stories that take place in diners and dive bars, town halls and bait shops, McIlwain’s writing explores themes of class, work, health, and trauma, and the unexpected human connections of small, close-knit communities. All the while, the wild beauty of the natural world weaves its way in, a source of the town’s livelihood – and vulnerable to natural resource exploitation. Jolene McIlwain’s writing appears widely in literary journals and the Best Small Fictions anthology. Her writing has been nominated for several Pushcarts and she was named finalist for Best of the Net, Glimmer Train’s New Writer’s Award, and Arts & Letters Unclassifiables contest. Jolene was also a semifinalist in Nimrod’s Katherine Anne Porter Prize and both American Short Fiction’s Short and Short(er) Fiction contests. Her debut short story collection, SIDLE CREEK, was published this spring by Melville House. It has received a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly and reviews from The Associated Press and NPR. Jolene McIlwain was born, raised, and currently lives in western PA. April Bradley is a Durham, North Carolina-based writer and editor. Her writing appears in Blink Ink, Cheap Pop, CRAFT, Gone Lawn, Heavy Feather Review, jmww, Journal of Compressed Creative Arts, Narratively, and SmokeLong Quarterly, among others. […]

The Flyleaf Books 2023 Summer Member Sale will take place from Friday, 7/21 to Sunday, 7/23! Flyleaf members will receive a 20% discount on in-stock items, including our used books, cards, and gifts! If you're not currently a member with us, no worries! You can become a member on the spot and take home a Flyleaf pint glass or coffee mug as a member gift. Purchasing a membership with us helps to sustain Flyleaf, and we'd like to thank you all (in response to Prime Day and just in general) for your loyalty, love, and support. Come in and see us! Bring some friends, browse our shelves, ask a bookseller for some recommendations - enjoy all the things Am*zon can't offer.

Roar, fellow runners! Get ready to unleash your wild side and embark on an exhilarating virtual adventure with our 4th annual Tiger Day 5k Virtual Race! Lace up your sneakers, because it's time to sprint, jog, or walk your way to victory while supporting an important cause. 📅 Date: YOU PICK, but International Tiger Day on July 29th sounds great to us...🐯 ⏰ Time: Anytime that suits you! 🌍 Location: Wherever you are! This race is virtual, so you can participate from anywhere in the world. 🌟 Race Details: The Tiger Day 5k Virtual Race is an opportunity for all running enthusiasts to come together and celebrate the majestic beauty of tigers while raising awareness about their conservation. All proceeds go toward the cats of Carolina Tiger Rescue. 🎯 How to Participate: 1️⃣ Register for the virtual race by visiting our official website https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Pittsboro/TigerDay5K. 2️⃣ Choose your favorite running route. It could be through a local park, your neighborhood, or even on a treadmill if that's more convenient. 3️⃣ On the race day, track your run using a running app, smartwatch, or fitness tracker. Don't forget to capture some exciting photos or videos along the way! 4️⃣ Share your race experience on social media using the hashtag #TigerDay5k and tag our official page to connect with fellow participants. 📢 Spread the Word: Invite your family, friends, and colleagues to join this thrilling virtual race and help us create a massive wave of support for tiger conservation. Share this post, tag your friends who love running, and let's make this event a roaring success! 🏆 Get Ready to Roar! Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to combine your passion for running with a noble cause. Register today and mark your calendars for an unforgettable Tiger Day 5k Virtual Race. Together, […]

Looking for something relaxing to do this weekend? Join The Sycamore in Pittsboro, NC for a luxury Wine Tasting this Saturday, July 15th from 3-5 pm. For only $25 per person, sample a variety of unique wines and enjoy the summer weather. Use the link below to purchase your ticket today! Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../july-15-aws-ocl-wine... $5 from each ticket purchased will be donated to CARE.

The Flyleaf Books 2023 Summer Member Sale will take place from Friday, 7/21 to Sunday, 7/23! Flyleaf members will receive a 20% discount on in-stock items, including our used books, cards, and gifts! If you're not currently a member with us, no worries! You can become a member on the spot and take home a Flyleaf pint glass or coffee mug as a member gift. Purchasing a membership with us helps to sustain Flyleaf, and we'd like to thank you all (in response to Prime Day and just in general) for your loyalty, love, and support. Come in and see us! Bring some friends, browse our shelves, ask a bookseller for some recommendations - enjoy all the things Am*zon can't offer.

Check out the events at BMC Brewing! This week at bmc brewing... $5 pints.... Euchre... acoustic jammin'... farmers' market under the solar panels... ukuleles on the pavers....

This Tuesday, July 25th, is National Wine and Cheese Day, and The Sycamore is preparing a mouthwatering celebration! 🧀🍷 Get ready to indulge in a delightful wine and cheese pairing experience like no other. Our Chef has meticulously curated three exquisite pairings to tantalize your taste buds. 1️⃣ Vermont Creamery "Cremont" Double cream mixed milk cheese, perfectly paired with Les Jamelles Sauvignon Blanc '21 from Pays d'Oc. 2️⃣ Sweetgrass Dairy Thomasville Tomme, accompanied by the elegant Chateau Roc Meynard Bordeaux '18 from France. 3️⃣ Roth Cheese Buttermilk Blue® Affinée, paired with the velvety smoothness of Niepoort 20yr Tawny Port. Make your reservation now and join us on Tuesday for this exceptional celebration of wine and cheese at The Sycamore. Cheers to a week filled with deliciousness! 🥂

Join us for a thrilling evening of fun as we welcome three incredible mystery authors. The event will feature conversation between authors Marjorie McCown, Victoria Gilbert, and Ellery Adams. Marjorie McCown has spent her entire professional life in the story-telling business, though she started out on the visual side of the craft. A Midwesterner by birth, she earned a BA in Theater from the University of Virginia and an AAS in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City where she began her career designing costumes for theater and opera. She made her reputation designing for opera and theater companies all over the country, including the New York City Opera at Lincoln Center, before she moved to Los Angeles to work on feature films. Victoria Gilbert, raised in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, turned her early obsession with reading into a dual career as an author and librarian. She writes both traditional and cozy mysteries. She’s also written fantasy and science fiction. Victoria has worked as a reference librarian, research librarian, and library director. When not writing or reading, she likes to spend her time watching films or TV, gardening, or traveling. She loves animals, chocolate, and all the arts. Ellery Adams is the New York Times bestselling author of two cookbooks and over thirty mysteries, including the Book Retreat Mysteries, The Secret, Book, & Scone Society series, the Books by the Bay Mysteries, and the Charmed Pie Shoppe Mysteries. A native New Yorker, she has had a lifelong love affair with stories, food, rescue animals, and large bodies of water. When not working on her next novel, she reads, bakes, gardens, spoils her three cats, and rearranges her bookshelves. She lives with her husband and two children in Chapel Hill, NC.

In the spirit of Paolo Bacigalupi and Laini Taylor, this futuristic star-crossed love story follows two teens in a starkly unequal world struggling to find their place. Sixteen-year-old Rumi Sabzwari has spent his entire life behind the armored walls of St. Iago, which protect citizens of the Union of Upper Cities from the outside world’s environmental devastation. But when rebels infect his father with a fatal virus, Rumi escapes St. Iago, desperate to find a cure. In the ruined city of Paraíso, Rumi meets fifteen-year-old Paz, who agrees to guide him on his journey. As they travel together, Rumi finds himself drawn to Paz—and behind her tough exterior, she begins to feel the same way. But Paz knows more about Rumi’s father’s illness than she’s saying and has her own agenda. With the powerful forces at play in their cities putting them at odds, can the two learn to trust in each other—enough to imagine a different world? Lauren Yero is a Cuban American writer who was born in Florida and now lives in the mountains of western North Carolina. Her desire to connect more deeply with her Cuban roots led her to study and work throughout the Spanish-speaking world—including Chile, where she drew inspiration for her debut novel, Under This Forgetful Sky. In addition to writing, she works as a teacher and shares a small homestead with her husband, two kids, two pups, ten chickens, five geese, two ducks, and a couple hundred thousand honeybees. Scott Reintgen is a former public school teacher and still spends summers teaching middle schoolers dark fiction and fantasy at Duke Young Writers’ Camp. The birth of his children has convinced him that magic is actually real. He lives in North Carolina, surviving mostly on cookie dough and the love of his wife, Katie. […]

Michele L. Peluso will be doing her sparkle and shine party on July 29. Make an appointment soon!

Paint it Forward! Join us for an event raising awareness and resources for Carolina Tiger Rescue. A portion of your ticket price will be donated back to Carolina Tiger Rescue. Each ticket will include a 4 x 6 Pawcasso painting for each participant created by the cats of Carolina Tiger Rescue! Arrive 15 minutes early to check in and get settled. Class will start promptly at scheduled time. PAYMENT MUST BE MADE ONLINE. Reservations are requested 24 hours in advance. There is no guarantee that we can accommodate walk-ins, and a $5 convenience fee will be charged at the door. Classes last approximately 2 hours. No experience needed, as we walk you through each step. Please note, each canvas is pre-traced. BYOB (Wine or Beer only) Bring your own snacks, or favorite beverage (We Card!). We supply cups and wine openers. Arrive 15 minutes early so you can get settled in your seat and be ready to paint at your scheduled event time! Tardiness may result in the loss of your seat. (Please book early!)

Check out the events at BMC Brewing! This week at bmc brewing... $5 pints.... Euchre... acoustic jammin'... farmers' market under the solar panels... ukuleles on the pavers....

Join us on Wednesdays on the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons (event lawn) for self-care sessions. Sunset Yoga hosted by Yoga Garden PBO on select Wednesdays in August, September and October. Specific times listed below. Sign-up required. August 2 (7 – 8 pm) Sign-up here August 16 (7 – 8 pm) Sign-up here August 30 (6 – 7 pm) Sign-up here September 13 (6 – 7 pm) Sign-up here September 27 (6 – 7 pm) Sign-up here October 11 (5:30 – 6:30 pm) Sign-up here October 25 (5:30 – 6:30 pm) Sign-up here

Due to weather, this event has been cancelled. Please stay safe. Jazz Nights are select Thursdays from 7-9 pm on the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons. Lawn opens at 6 pm. August Jazz Night Thursday, August 3 Triangle Jazz Orchestra September Jazz Night Thursday, September 7 Triangle Jazz Orchestra October Jazz Night Thursday, October 5 Triangle Jazz Orchestra

Friday Movies Each Friday night (except July) we’ll feature a live concert or movie on the Phil H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons (event lawn). Food + beverage available for purchase. No outside alcohol is allowed to be brought inside the venue. All movies start at 8:30 pm (unless otherwise indicated below). Event lawn opens one hour before movie start time. August 4 The Lion King August 18 DC League of Super-Pets September 1 Moana September 15 Avatar: The Way of the Water (Drive-In Movie) October 6 Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (Drive-In Movie) October 20 Hocus Pocus 2 (Drive-In Movie) Location: MOSAIC Family Commons (event lawn) near 51 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC 27312

This event will be rescheduled. Stay tuned. Local fiber artist Sue Szary of Twin Birch and Teasel will be demonstrating and answering questions about spinning at the Chatham Historical Museum on First Sunday, August 6, 2023. The Museum will be open from noon until 4:00. Don't miss our other summer exhibits! Name that artifact ~ Determine the purpose of several artifacts before their uses are revealed. Native people’s stone tools, points, and pottery ~ A new artifact display. Railroads in Chatham County ~ Learn where the rails ran in the County and understand the impacts! Our exhibits are for children and adults. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!

This is the place to BEE! Huck’s Sunflower Fest Sunday, August 6, 1-5 pm! Bee there or bee square!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone for our First Sunday Artist's Reception. It is Sunday, August 6th, from 2-4pm. Annabelle Stein - Textile Artist Martha Danek - Gourd Sculpture Selden Lamoureux - Clay Sculpture Sarah Graham - Abstract Painting Kitty Mecham - Copper Electroplated Jewelry John Mecham - Photograhy