Rylee Parsons

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Jaki Shelton Green, the current North Carolina Poet Laureate, will be reading her poetry on Nov. 9 at "An Evening of Jazz and Poetry" hosted by Club Nova. Photo courtesy of Sylvia Freeman.

Club Nova hosts An Evening of Jazz and Poetry to support those with mental illness

Club Nova will host performances from artists Nnenna Freelon and Jaki Shelton Green in an event to support those with mental illness.

On Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 HRC Triangle will host it’s second annual Queer prom: A Fall Ball., creating a space for individuals to relive their high school prom experience in a way that’s more true to themselves. Photo courtesy of Pranshu Shrivastava.

HRC Triangle's Queer Prom allows people to reclaim high school memories

By Rylee Parsons

HRC Triangle's Queer Prom provides everybody with a safe, inclusive and fun environment that many were not able to experience in their teenage years.

Barktoberfest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26 at Durham Central Park, hosted by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences. Photo courtesy of Durham Parks and Recreation.

Barktoberfest brings Halloween fun for your furry four-legged friends

By Rylee Parsons

Celebrate Halloween with your pet at Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park.

On Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 Festifall will take over the west end of Franklin Street, promising a celebration of art, including music, performances and a craft market. Photo courtesy of Melissa Bartoletta.

'Uniquely Chapel Hill': Festifall will celebrate art and autumn on Franklin Street

By Rylee Parsons

Festifall is coming to downtown Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 12. Local businesses and artists have come together to offer showcases in art, music, and more to celebrate the start of fall.

A graphic designed by Meldangraphix promoting Phoenix Festival 2019. Photo courtesy of Denise Hester.

Durham's Phoenix Fest celebrates Hayti's African American tradition

By Rylee Parsons

18 years on, Phoenix Fest in Durham commemorates Hayti's rich contributions to local business and culture. Highlights will include a parade, musical performances, food and local vendors.

Alicia Olatuja will be performing on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019 at Moeser Auditiorium in Hill Hall. 
Photo courtesy of Deneka Peniston.

Alicia Olatuja to bring jazz and female empowerment to UNC

By Rylee Parsons

Singer-songwriter Alicia Olatuja will be visiting UNC on Oct. 2. Her newest album, "Intuition: Songs From The Minds Of Women", celebrates the female composers that came before her.