Join Kingston 99 Kitchen for Pittsboro’s first ever Okra Jamboree on August 4th! There will be family fun festivities for all ages! Drink it, eat it, live it! Live music by the Purple Snakes Come judge the best of okra dishes at the Okra Jamboree Chef Competition on August 4th!

If you're looking for that perfect leather gift to give to someone (or yourself), look for Ric's Leather in downtown Pittsboro in the booth near the circle.

Please join us on August 4 for Pittsboro First Sunday from 12-4 pm, with a Featured Artist reception, including live music and refreshments, from 1-3 pm, right in the center of Downtown Pittsboro. On this First Sunday, the stoneware creations of Anna Julian will be on display. Anna, a Chatham County artist, is known for her beautiful hand-built pottery that include decoration with impressed texture, glass and wood additions. Also on display are the soft pastel paintings of Daphne Boder, another Chatham County artist. Please come by, rain or shine! (Any questions? Please call us at 919-542-1773.)

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We all scream for ice cream during the August Finally Fridays event! Do not miss the banana split eating contest featuring Mayor Kyle Shipp and town celebrities, in addition to community kids who want to join the contest for a prize. There will also be ice cream giveaways all evening! Follow this Event Discussion for details to come! Circle City Merchants and Downtown Pittsboro are delighted to bring you this monthly event that highlights our vibrant Downtown and artist community. Our shops spill onto the sidewalks to create a festival atmosphere. Community artists will form Art Pods with a boho vibe. Join us in supporting our Downtown all year round! Live music, kids activities and more!

This week's market has been cancelled due to the anticipated rain as Hurricane Debbie moves up the coast. Welcome to the MOSAIC Market, your monthly destination for artisan crafts, fresh produce, and a vibrant community atmosphere! Nestled in the heart of MOSAIC at Chatham Park at the scenic Works Yard Paseo, our market is a celebration of local talent and the bounty of the seasons. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of shopping and entertainment. Every first Wednesday of the month from 6-8 PM, MOSAIC Market comes alive with an eclectic mix of vendors offering everything from handmade jewelry and unique home decor to organic fruits and vegetables. Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, stocking up on groceries, or just looking to browse, there's something for everyone at MOSAIC Market. But that's not all—your shopping experience is complemented by delicious eats from a food truck, refreshing beverages from a local beer vendor, and the lively tunes of a band. It's more than just a market; it's a place to meet friends, enjoy great food and music, and support local artisans and farmers. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind community event at MOSAIC at Chatham Park. See you there!

Jazz nights are continuing on Wednesdays so don't miss out on the chance to hear some great holiday jazz this month, sprinkled in alongside your classic favorites. Here are our upcoming performers 8/7 – Steve Hobbs Trio 8/14 – Dave Quick Jazz 8/21 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 8/28 – Lauren Meehan 9/4 – 9/11 – Steve Hobbs Trio 9/18 – Dave Quick Jazz 9/25 – Lauren Meehan 10/2 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 10/9 – 10/16 – Dave Quick Jazz 10/23 – Lauren Meehan 10/30 – Steve Hobbs Trio 11/6 – 11/13 – Dave Quick Jazz 11/20 – Lauren Meehan 11/27 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 12/4 – Steve Hobbs Trio 12/11 – Dave Quick Jazz

Grab your popcorn and get ready for Friday Movie Night at MOSAIC at Chatham Park! 🎥🍿 Here's what's on the big screen: Please Note: Oppenheimer is Rated R – Adult Only Lawn opens at 7:30pm. Movie starts at 8:30pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. No outside alcohol is allowed to be brought inside the venue. Welcome Table: The Medley Food + beverage by: Mr. Dowdy’s Popcorn, Hops & Berry, Jessica’s Food Truck, Thirsty Skull Brewery

In this new intermediate class, we will talk about metheglins, or mead with herbs or spices. Does it make a difference if you add the herbs in the primary, secondary, or after fermentation? We’ll answer all these questions and more. We’ll also taste some examples of different metheglins. $50 single, $75 for two people Class takes place on Aug 10, 2024 from 10 am - 1 pm at the meadery in Pittsboro. All class participants MUST be over 21! No exceptions. Must sign up by Aug 7. IMPORTANT: This is an intermediate class and attendees must have a basic understanding of home mead making processes, equipment, and terms and have made a few home mead batches. Although we love Joe’s Ancient Orange, it does NOT qualify as mead making experience!

The Quiltmaker Cafe pay-what-you-can food truck will be in the True Value parking lot on East Street in Pittsboro on Monday, August 12, from 5:30-7:30 pm. Sponsored by the Tramway Diner.

Check Havoc Brewing Events for more details about specific #HavocHappenings.

Check out the Flyleaf Books page for more information about what's happening at Flyleaf Books!

Check out the bmc brewing events page for more information about what's happening at BMC Brewing!

Jazz nights are continuing on Wednesdays so don't miss out on the chance to hear some great holiday jazz this month, sprinkled in alongside your classic favorites. Here are our upcoming performers 8/14 – Dave Quick Jazz 8/21 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 8/28 – Lauren Meehan 9/4 – 9/11 – Steve Hobbs Trio 9/18 – Dave Quick Jazz 9/25 – Lauren Meehan 10/2 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 10/9 – 10/16 – Dave Quick Jazz 10/23 – Lauren Meehan 10/30 – Steve Hobbs Trio 11/6 – 11/13 – Dave Quick Jazz 11/20 – Lauren Meehan 11/27 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 12/4 – Steve Hobbs Trio 12/11 – Dave Quick Jazz

NEW DATE due to Debbie--flyer hasn't been updated yet. Join the fun! Zoomies Funny Farm and Lending Paws A Hand are teaming up to present: 🧩 A COMPETITIVE JIGSAW PUZZLE NIGHT 🧩 This event is a night of fun for the animals! Come out to participate, watch and or support their efforts while enjoying our amazing beer!

Friday Night Concerts + 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. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. August 16: Cat 5 All concerts start at 7 pm (unless otherwise indicated below). Event lawn opens one hour before concert start time. Location: MOSAIC Family Commons (event lawn) near 51 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Nighttime sonic ceremony is back by popular demand! Join us the third Friday of each month for a candle-lit evening sound bath featuring a variety of singing bowls, chimes and percussion accompanying the human voice. Honoring seasonal cycles, Ancient Song Therapy crafts sonic landscapes that are conducive for relaxation and mediation, as well as journey work and integration. RSVP is required. Please contact [email protected]

Artist-Member, Jody Nash, will be demonstrating the art of coiling pine needles for baskets. She will be teaching a 2-class workshop in this style at the gallery in August. No experience necessary and all materials provided. Cost: $140 (paid to Gallery) plus $15 materials fee (pay to instructor) Dates: August 17 and 24 from 12 to 4 pm Sign up at the Pittsboro Gallery of Arts or on the website https://pittsboroarts.org/