| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Get Thee Published: Let Us Count the WaysPresented by Sisters in Crime International, NC Chapter at High Point Public Library February 12, 2012 Five commercially published writers, including a book editor (authors of 86 fiction and nonfiction books among them, from mystery and romantic suspense to paranormal and women's fiction) share information and answer audience questions about today's publishing options, forms, expectations, and submission requirements.
Featuring Joyce and Jim Lavene, Chris Roerden, Nancy Gotter Gates and Lynette Hall Hampton. | Sisters in Crime International, NC Chapter | 02/12/12 | High Point |
Benefit Concert for The Children's CenterPresented by Ardmore Moravian Church February 12, 2012 Ardmore Moravian Church will present “Share The Love With The Children’s Center,” a Valentine’s benefit concert in memory of Joshua Conrad in the church sanctuary.
Joshua, a former student of the school, died last year at age 6. He attended Ardmore Moravian Church where his parents Amanda and Brad Bowles and sisters attend church.
An offering will be taken to provide musical and art equipment for the school and funds for the Joshua Conrad Memorial... | Ardmore Moravian Church | 02/12/12 | Winston-Salem |
Burlington Valentine MarketPresented by Burlington Outlet Village at Burlington Outlet Village February 11-February 12, 2012 The Burlington Valentine Market is located next to Designer Home Warehouse. There, you’ll find an abundance of beautiful handcrafted one-of-a-kind gifts and ornaments, along with delectable sweets and baked goods. | Burlington Outlet Village | 02/11/12- 02/12/12 | Burlington |
| Noon @ the 'Spoon Tour: Richard Mosse | Weatherspoon Art Museum | 02/14/12 | Greensboro |
Sierra Club MeetingPresented by Piedmont Plateau Group Sierra Club February 14, 2012 At our February meeting of the Sierra Club, we will show “Green Fire,” a movie about the great 20th century environmentalist Aldo Leopold. Leopold is considered the father of the United States wilderness program. His work continues to inspire projects today. | Piedmont Plateau Group Sierra Club | 02/14/12 | Greensboro |
Valentine's Day Open HousePresented by SECU Family House of Winston-Salem February 14, 2012 SECU Family House is now open and providing an affordable place to rest and relax for patients care givers in medical crisis. If you haven't had a chance to visit the House yet, you are invited to our open house.
Have a heart for our families! You are invited to bring Valentine donations of paper products, frozen meals, canned foods, healthy snacks or Valentine checks. | SECU Family House of Winston-Salem | 02/14/12 | Winston-Salem |
BOOKMARKS presents author Eleanor Brown With Support from Friends of the Reynolda Manor Library Presented by Bookmarks at Reynolda Manor Branch Library February 15, 2012 Eleanor Brown joins us on tour for the paperback release of her NYT and national-bestseller, THE WEIRD SISTERS.
Ms. Brown will discuss her work and writing, read from THE WEIRD SISTERS,, and engage with attendees in a one-on-one question and answer session. Books will be available for purchase, and a booksigning follows. Reception included.
Free event. Please register on BOOKMARKS' website | Bookmarks | 02/15/12 | Winston-Salem |
Lecture: Candomblé in Public: African Religion, Media and Politics in Contemporary BrazilPresented by Museum of Anthropology at Museum of Anthropology February 16, 2012 Elina Hartikainen, pre-doctoral fellow at the University of Virginia, will discuss her research into religious and racial identity politics in contemporary Brazil. Specifically, she will examine how Brazilian practitioners of Candomblé, an African diasporic religion, imagine and perform religious ceremonies and address public discourses on African religiosity and race, as well as democracy and multiculturalism. | Museum of Anthropology | 02/16/12 | Winston-Salem |
WAM JamPresented by Weatherspoon Art Museum at Weatherspoon Art Museum February 16, 2012 Unwind at WAM with this new series of informal performances featuring UNCG students. Enjoy jazz, new music, a capella, and more performed in spaces throughout the museum.
On Feb. 16, UNCG Jazz Studies majors led by professor Chad Eby will premiere their own compositions inspired by Trenton Doyle Hancock's work at this inaugural WAM Jam event. | Weatherspoon Art Museum | 02/16/12 | Greensboro |
| 'Candamble in Public: African Religion, Media and Politics in Contemporary Brazil' | Wake Forest University | 02/16/12 | Winston-Salem |
| N.C. A&T Student Art Exhibition | North Carolina A&T State University | 02/16/12 | Greensboro |
Chad Harbach ReadingPresented by Wake Forest University February 16, 2012 Chad Harbach is the author of "The Art of Fielding." This novel was Amazon's No. 1 book of 2011 and was one of The New York Times "10 Best Books of 2011."
Harbach is co-founder and co-editor of the literary journal n+1. He earned his MFA in creative writing from the University of Virginia. | Wake Forest University | 02/16/12 | Winston-Salem |
| Herbs In Italy | Herb Society of America, N.C. | 02/16/12 | Greensboro |
Entrepreneurial JourneysPresented by UNCG NC Entrepreneurship Center February 16, 2012 Our monthly speaker this month features Chris Laney with Zenergy Technologies. He is a successful entrepreneur who would like to share his story in an informal setting. Following the presentation we will have a Q&A and a networking reception. | UNCG NC Entrepreneurship Center | 02/16/12 | Greensboro |
| Poetry Reading and Book Signing by Celissa Steele and Becky Gould Gibson | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/17/12 | Winston-Salem |
Kyle P. Harper Reading and Book SigningPresented by Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art at Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art February 18, 2012 Kyle P. Harper’s newest book, "Moving beyond Mind," shares his journey starting Feb. 16, 2011, spawned by an indescribable experience of the connection of body to soul. After this life-changing experience, he continues to be given ideas in the form of energy and feelings. His translation of these feelings and energy into words make up "Moving beyond Mind." The book offers a path for gaining clarity to be your authentic, creative self while following your heart and... | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/18/12 | Winston-Salem |
TCU Live @ Ham's N Main St High PointPresented by TCU at Ham's - N. Main St. HP February 17-February 18, 2012 Come out to start the weekend off right with some great food @ Ham's N Main St in High Point and awesome music with TCU! This is a free show! Call 336-887-1556 for more info. | TCU | 02/17/12- 02/18/12 | High Point |
The 35th Annual Giles Harris Competitions in Musical PerformancePresented by Wake Forest University Music at Brendle Recital Hall February 18, 2012 In this annual competition, open to all music students, performers will compete for cash prizes.
This year's Piano Competition will feature music of each performer's choice, and the Open Competition will feature music in the Romantic styles. | Wake Forest University Music | 02/18/12 | Winston-Salem |
Black History LecturePresented by Yalik's Modern Art at Yalik's Modern Art February 18, 2012 Sherrod Gresham will deliver a talk: "African American Contributions to American History Depicted on US Currency, Coins & Medals."
Limited seating. Call to reserve a seat. | Yalik's Modern Art | 02/18/12 | High Point |
TCU Live at Cooper's Ale HousePresented by TCU at Cooper's Ale House February 18-February 19, 2012 Come out to one of Greensboro's hottest spots with TCU!
| TCU | 02/18/12- 02/19/12 | Greensboro |
Wine Club Pickup WeekendPresented by Raffaldini Vineyards at Raffaldini Vineyards February 18-February 19, 2012 Join us for the first kickoff of Wine Club pickup and enjoy a complimentary pairing from your Spring 2012 Wine Club Package. | Raffaldini Vineyards | 02/18/12- 02/19/12 | |
Creative Fire: An African-American Celebration of the ArtsPresented by The Ujima Group at Cary Arts Center February 19, 2012 Enjoy a day of creative workshops and performances at the African-American Celebration of the Arts!
Featured workshops will include a workshop for young aspiring authors with a special tribute to Gil Scott Heron and digital media workshop for everyone. Lester Knibbs, Afro-Africana, Abdul Rahman and Bradley Simmons will perform. The afternoon will feature a marketplace. | The Ujima Group | 02/19/12 | Cary |
| Wingate University Singers at First Baptist Church Greensboro | First Baptist Church - Greensboro | 02/19/12 | Greensboro |
39th Church AnniversaryPresented by New Bethel Baptist Church February 19, 2012 New Bethel Baptist Church is celebrating 39th anniversary. Pastor Thomas and Mt. Zion Baptist Church from High Point will be the guest church. | New Bethel Baptist Church | 02/19/12 | High Point |
| Triad Job and Resource Fair | Kernersville Chamber of Commerce | 02/20/12 | Kernersville |
President's Day Open HousePresented by Friendly Toastmasters at Leonard Recreation Center February 20, 2012 If you want to improve your speaking or leadership skills, join us for "Where Leaders Are Made" at our President's Day Open House. See what we're all about. | Friendly Toastmasters | 02/20/12 | Greensboro |
| J. Conrad Guest Reading and Book Signing | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/21/12 | Winston-Salem |
Mommy & Me PlaytimePresented by Four Seasons Town Centre at Four Seasons Town Centre February 21, 2012 The Mommy & Me Playtime event offers a morning of free, family fun each month on the third Tuesday of the month.
Activities include Make & Take Art Project, Storyteller and Music & Motion activities that combine music, dance, and interactive games.
Families will register as they come in to participate and will receive merchant offers, discounts and coupons as part of their registration packet.
Mommy & Me Playtime is open to families with children under 7... | Four Seasons Town Centre | 02/21/12 | Greensboro |
Dog Obedience Demo NightPresented by Oakview Recreation Center at Oakview Recreation Center February 21, 2012 See what Oakview’s Dog Obedience Class can do for you and your pet. Our instructors and former students will be on hand demonstration what our class has done for them and their pets. The benefits of the class will be explained and any questions or concerns addressed. Registration will be available for upcoming classes. | Oakview Recreation Center | 02/21/12 | High Point |
Ladies NightPresented by Honda of Winston-Salem February 23, 2012 Join us for a fun-filled evening at Honda of Winston-Salem, North Carolina's leading Honda and Can-Am dealer. Enjoy refreshments, store-wide discounts and prizes.
Representatives will be on hand to provide safety demonstrations, assist with correct apparel fittings and answer your questions. | Honda of Winston-Salem | 02/23/12 | Winston-Salem |
Deborah J. Ledford Reading and Book SigningPresented by Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art at Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art February 23, 2012 Deborah J Ledford spent her summers growing up in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina where her novel "Staccato" akes place.
Ledford is a novelist, screenwriter and three-time nominee for the Pushcart Prize. Her award-winning short stories appear in numerous print publications and mystery and literary anthologies.
The pop/rock music-themed thriller "Snare" is book two of the series. | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/23/12 | Winston-Salem |
SciTech Lecture SeriesPresented by Forsyth Tech Community College February 23, 2012 Steven B. Mizel, professor of microbiology and immunology at Wake Forest School of Medicine, and Bruce Kaylos, program manager of the NCBIO Biotech Manufacturers Forum, will speak on "Vaccines: Why and How."
| Forsyth Tech Community College | 02/23/12 | Winston-Salem |
TCU Live @ Ham's KernersvillePresented by TCU at Ham's - Kernersville February 24-February 25, 2012 Come out to start the weekend off right with some great food @ Ham's Kernersville and awesome music with TCU! This is a FREE SHOW! Call 336-992-4267 for more info. | TCU | 02/24/12- 02/25/12 | Kernersville |
| Book Launch for Writers Group of the Triad 'Fire & Chocolate' | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/25/12 | Winston-Salem |
Clay Howard Reading and Book SigningPresented by Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art at Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art February 25, 2012 Clay Howard is the author of "Tthe Gospel of Business," a marketing book based on the most successful marketing plan in history, and "Stratoclay sucks up to Rock Stars." His first short story collection, "3 Stories," was published in Fall 2010. His latest book is "Tupelo Stories."
Howard also is a contributing music writer to several local entertainment magazines and online blogs. He is also an accomplished songwriter, having released 11... | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 02/25/12 | Winston-Salem |
Don Green and Lea Lackey-Zachmann exhibitPresented by Artworks Gallery at Artworks Gallery January 31-February 25, 2012 Artworks Gallery presents a two-person exhibit by Don Green and Lea Lackey-Zachmann.
Mr. Green is showing wood sculptures plus paintings on paper inspired by themes from Nature. Ms. Zachmann is showing large oil paintings and digital images based on microscopic images of plants.
The exhibit will be on display from Jan. 31 to Feb. 25. The opening reception is 4 p.m. Feb. 12. | Artworks Gallery | 01/31/12- 02/25/12 | Winston-Salem |
Kernersville Moravian Church Preschool Consignment SalePresented by Kernersville Moravian Church Preschool at Kernersville Moravian Church February 24-February 25, 2012 Come to our Spring Consignment Sale for women's and children's spring and summer fashions! We offer brand-name and like new children’s, women’s and maternity clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear and more. Most items half price on Saturday!
Consignors receive 60 percent of the sale and get to shop the presale from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday.
To volunteer or consign, contact Mindy Wolfe at (336) 993-2379 or | Kernersville Moravian Church Preschool | 02/24/12- 02/25/12 | Kernersville |
Discoveries Along Old Fence RowsPresented by Piedmont Environmental Center at Piedmont Environmental Center February 25, 2012 Hidden within the forest at PEC are the remnants or “ghost posts” of old fencerows that bordered the farm and home sites of PEC’s past.
Join a PEC Naturalist for a guided hike on the trails of our South Preserve to observe these and other clues left behind in the landscape of PEC. | Piedmont Environmental Center | 02/25/12 | High Point |
| Art Exhibit: 'Text Styles' | Greensboro College Irene Cullis Gallery | 01/13/12- 02/26/12 | Greensboro |
Community Talk with Nikki Henderson of People's GroceryPresented by Guilford College at Joseph M. Bryan Jr. Auditorium February 27, 2012 Join us for a community conversation with Nikki Henderson.
Nikki is joining us from Oakland, Calif., where she is the executive director of People's Grocery, a health and wealth organization working towards promoting the health and economy of West Oakland through the local food system.
Nikki will talk about her experiences with People's Grocery, food justice, and the role of policy, advocacy, and community self-determination through it all.
This is an exciting... | Guilford College | 02/27/12 | Greensboro |
No Hatin 'n' Datin: Teens Focus on Dating ViolencePresented by Greensboro Police Department at International Civil Rights Center & Museum February 28, 2012 No Hatin 'n' Datin. That’s what teens throughout Greensboro decided to call the month-long campaign that puts the spotlight on teen dating violence.
The culminating event for this month-long campaign is a teen panel discussion and series of skits. This youth-lead event brings together all participating agencies in a forum that is all about communication.
The program begins with one of three skits written by Western Guilford High School creative writing students. Each skit... | Greensboro Police Department | 02/28/12 | Greensboro |
| Michael D'Ambrosio Reading and Book Signing | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 03/01/12 | Winston-Salem |
Spring/Summer Kids Consignor ApplicationsPresented by Friendly Avenue Christian Preschool at Friendly Avenue Baptist Church January 9-March 1, 2012 Friendly Avenue Christian Preschool is now accepting consignors for its 2012 Spring/Summer Kids Consignment Sale. Please visit our website for further details on how you can consign with us. We accept consignors all the way up to the day before the sale opens to the public! | Friendly Avenue Christian Preschool | 01/09/12- 03/01/12 | Greensboro |
Saving the Hansen HousePresented by Center for Creative Writing in the Arts at Greensboro Historical Museum March 2, 2012 This is the story of a mild-mannered college professor from the Midwest who buys a dilapidated 18th-century farmhouse in a small North Carolina town. Originally he plans to just restore it and then maybe sell it and move on. But the house turns out to be something special, and the town is even more special. Before he knows it, he is putting down roots.
This one-hour documentary chronicles the unique challenges and rewards of saving a 250-year-old house. | Center for Creative Writing in the Arts | 03/02/12 | Greensboro |
Van Dyke Dance Group concertPresented by Jan Van Dyke Dance Group at Green Hill Center for NC Art March 2, 2012 The Van Dyke Dance Group will perform a short concert of dances.
Two dances from the Van Dyke repertory will be presented: "Duality," a 2006 duet with music by Joe Morgan, and "Quatre Femmes," a 1997 dance for four danced to accompaniment by Deep Forest. | Jan Van Dyke Dance Group | 03/02/12 | Greensboro |
| Poetry Reading and Book Signing by Leigh Kotsilidis | Barnhill's Books * Wine * Gifts * Art | 03/02/12 | Winston-Salem |
TCU Live @ Ham's BrassfieldPresented by TCU at Ham's - Brassfield March 2-March 3, 2012 Come out to start the weekend off right with some great food @ Ham's Brassfield and awesome music with TCU! This is a free show! Call 336-288-4544 for more info. | TCU | 03/02/12- 03/03/12 | Greensboro |
| 2012 Spring/Summer Kids Consignment Sale | Friendly Avenue Baptist Church | 03/02/12- 03/03/12 | Greensboro |
St. Paul's Kids Consignment SalePresented by St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church March 2-March 3, 2012 Shop the sale for quality spring/summer clothing (sizes infant through 20), toys, games, books, bikes, baby equipment, furniture, strollers, gently worn shoes, car seats, in-season maternity wear and so much more. | St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church | 03/02/12- 03/03/12 | Greensboro |
| VOSCA Wine and Cheese Festival | Raffaldini Vineyards | 03/03/12- 03/04/12 | Hamptonville |