Slow Flow Yoga @ The Plant
2024-09-28 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-12 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-19 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
This slow-flow vinyasa class is focused on building strength and encouraging flexibility. Class begins with a short grounding and centering exercise during which students are guided into their breathwork practice, followed by gentle movements to warm up the body. We’ll then move through modified sun salutations and standing postures, after which, inversions will be offered to support the circulatory system. The class will end with seated and reclined postures to cool the body down and prepare for savasana. Modifications are offered throughout practice, and all levels are welcome!
This class will meet outside on the lawn in front of the stage, or in Building 2 in the event of rain. If you have any questions, head into Fair Game Beverage Company and someone there will show you where to go.

Film Screening: "The Problem of the Hero" and "Forbidden Fruit"
2024-09-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Pittsboro United Methodist Church Family LIfe Center, West Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
If you’re in the mood for a thought-provoking cinematic experience, be sure to catch the screening of The Problem of the Hero and Forbidden Fruit this September 28 at 11:00 AM. at Pittsboro United Methodist Church’s Family Life Center. This pairing showcases a bevy of local talent (especially Chatham artists) and offers audiences a chance to explore North Carolina history through film. Tickets are just $10 (cash only) and all proceeds are in support of the Community Remembrance Coalition Chatham (CRC-C) and furthering their mission of truth, justice, and reconciliation across racial divides. Following the showing, a talkback panel will invite the audience to join in on the conversation, making it more than just a screening—it’s a community dialogue!
Read more in our Go See This Feature.

Zumba Gold Class
2024-10-01 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-15 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Pittsboro Center for Active Living, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Zumba Fitness is a dance inspired, instructor led fitness class that feels like a party on the dance floor. Move and groove to international and latin rhythms from around the world while learning new dance steps in the process. Start off with feet, add arms, then start follow the pattern shown through non-verbal direction at the front of the class. Tanja has been teaching Zumba fitness classes since 2012 in and around Chatham County. She also teaches Zumba Gold classes for those who need a little less intensity, have balance issues or injuries, and still want to party, but in a safe environment. Classes are weekly.
Zumba: Sat 9AM at 7 Dance Centre, Pittsboro (first time is free; after that $10 cash drop in or $8-9/class with a punch card)
Zumba Gold: Tue 2P at Pittsboro Center for Active Living (free; for anyone 55 and older)
Zumba Gold: Fri 9A at Siler City Center for Active Living (free; for anyone 55 and older)
Questions: zumbawithme.tanja@gmail.com
website: https://www.zumba.com/en-US/p/tanja
facebook group for all things local: Zumba in Chatham County

Paint Social
2024-10-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Finders & Seekers Emporium, 23 Rectory St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join us in our classroom every other Wednesday evening for a laid back guided painting session with complimentary wine and beer! This community centric event is the perfect laid back atmosphere to get creative with other members of our wonderful community!
All materials and instruction will be provided. Our intimate classroom can only seat up to 8, allowing our instructors more individual assistance! Sign up fast before all the seats are taken.
This event is every other Wed 6-8pm and costs $50. This is a 21+ event. Tickets can be purchased at findersandseekers.com
We can’t wait to get creative with you!

All-Together! Friends Group for Adults with 'dis'Abilities - Dance, Games, Art, More
2024-10-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-10 11:00 - 13:00 | The Studio at Chatham Mills, Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Adults and Teens of all abilities and disabilities gather every (most) Thursdays for dance, art, games, and more. We are an inclusive community of friends who enjoy a diversity of art forms, activities, and fun socializing together.
DANCE: and move your body’s way that is natural for you with both form and freedom. We explore a variety of guided dance form and choreography as well as freedance co-created by participants. Dance styles vary from pop, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern to whatever style inspires the group. Express yourself through dance and music!
ART: We do ‘easy’ basic art right now, with plans to create more robust art as we gather art supplies and find a volunteer art leader.
OTHER ACTIVITIES: We enjoy board games, horticulture/gardening, music, bowling, field trips, theatre arts, and Special Olympics spring games.
CAREGIVERS are asked to stay. This co-op group is a community collective of friends with volunteer dance and art leaders.
PLACE:
“The Studio” at Chatham Mills
480 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro
Suite 410
(former Joy of Movement Studio)
Wheelchair accessible
www.ForestHallAtChathamMills.com/Studios
More Info: Contact Maria Troiani-Howard at howardranch@aol.com

Zumba Fitness Class
2024-10-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-10-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 10:00 | 7 Dance Centre, 55 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States

Jim Aiken: Open Studio Art Exhibit
2024-10-05 11:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-06 11:00 - 16:30 | 300 Village Way, Pittsboro, NC, Fearrington, NC, 37312, United States
The home art studio of Jim Aiken will be open to the public the first weekend in October, both days from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. Please visit to enjoy viewing the paintings, meet the artist, and if you wish, purchase art works.

Harvest Moon Wreath: A Fall Floral Design Workshop
2024-10-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Floral Expressions By Chaos Blooms, U.S. 15, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
Hosted by Floral Expressions by Chaos Blooms
Join us for a delightful floral class where you’ll create your very own Harvest Moon Wreath! Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the art of wreath-making using dried blooms, one of a kind accessories, and rustic elements that capture the essence of fall.”
Please arrive at 6:30 so we can begin promptly at 7 p.m.. There will be light snacks as well as refreshments!
If you have any questions regarding this workshop, call (919)933-1505 and we’d be delighted to assist you.

Poetry @ The Plant
2024-10-09 18:00 - 19:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Come join us every second Wednesday of the month for Poetry @ The Plant from 6-7pm. An intimate hour of the spoken word from our fellow community members.
This event takes place in Fair Game Beverage’s Wheelhouse, the perfect spot to hang back with friends, a drink and some delicious Jamaican food from Kingston 99, now open on Wednesdays!

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana at North Chatham Elementary
2024-10-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-16 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-17 08:00 - 12:00 | North Chatham Elementary
Dancers from Spain and Latin America will enthrall Chatham youth with the rich history and culture of flamenco dance. Weaving core curricula into their performances and classroom workshops, Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana will bring the power of flamenco to the northern corners of Chatham this fall. As kids learn the skills and technique of this Hispanic artform, they’ll develop poise, social skills, and perseverance. And they’ll have fun doing it!

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana at Pollard Middle
2024-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Margaret B. Pollard Middle, Pittsboro, NC, 27312

THE GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO THE WHITE HOUSE
2024-10-17 19:30 - 21:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
RedBird Theater Company presents a new play by Chatham County playwright Patricia Esperon.
It’s 1998 and Hillary is having a bad night. Luckily some former First Ladies have come to offer advice about men, marriage and politics. Join us for the best girls’ night ever. Just don’t go into the closet!
Filled with fast-paced, comic banter, THE GIRLFRIEND’S GUIDE TO THE WHITE HOUSE juxtaposes various female perspectives from throughout the history of our country — emphasizing the value of women’s votes and voices; and the importance of women’s presence on the political stage.

Blackspace and Pierce Freelon at Bonlee School
2024-10-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Bonlee School
Building on his Emmy-winning Beat Making Lab, Pierce Freelon and his fellow Blackspace artists will introduce practical beat making, history, and culture to youth in southwest Chatham. Pierce is especially focused on entrepreneurship through digital literacy, which falls right in line with Chatham County’s focus on digital access and equity. Kids will love learning BandLab and other open source software for music editing. The residency will close with students performing alongside Blackspace artists for parents and the rest of their school.

Improv @ The Plant
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:30 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
4th Wednesday’s are for live improv! Featuring a rotation list of regional improv actors (including Chatham’s own Jane Allen Wilson) who will create a show for you in real time based on your suggestions. It’s a hoot!
