Traveling to Unknown Places presents a compelling, incisive analysis of how French and American writers reshaped their personal and collective identities as they traveled in foreign countries after the social upheavals of the eighteenth-century Atlantic revolutions. Flyleaf will offer seating for up to 70 in-person guests, with priority access given to folks who purchase the book. Please indicate in the comments if you’d like 1-2 seats held for you at the event! Signing line at 5:30pm, talk begins at 6:00pm. Lloyd Kramer is Professor of History, Emeritus and former Director of Carolina Public Humanities at UNC Chapel Hill. He received his PhD in European History at Cornell University and taught at Stanford and Northwestern Universities before coming to UNCChapel Hill in 1986. His research, writing, and teaching focus on European cultural history, with particular attention to modern France and the processes of transatlantic intellectual exchanges. He has published numerous books and articles. In addition, he received the William F. Little Distinguished Service Award for service and leadership in UNC CH’s College of Arts and Sciences in 2015 and the Institute for the Arts and Humanities’ George H. Johnson Prize for Distinguished Achievement by a Fellow in 2018.

A free panel discussion at Flyleaf Books In this free program, three of the nation’s preeminent experts on academic freedom will discuss the reasons for, use of, and limits of free speech on American campuses. PANELISTS Keith Whittington, David Boies Professor of Law, Yale University David M. Rabban, Dahr Jamail, Randall Hage Jamail, and Robert Lee Jamail Regents Chair in Law, University of Texas MODERATOR Mary-Rose Papandrea, Samuel Ashe Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law DETAILS This event is free and open to the public. Fill out the optional in-person registration form here. DATE & TIME: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 4:30-6:00 pm

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 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

We’re thrilled to announce the Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening of Pittsboro's newest hotel, the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton! Join us Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 12:00-3:00 PM at 324 Freedom Pkwy, Pittsboro. 🎀 Ribbon Cutting 🍴 Refreshments from local restaurants 🚪 Property tours 🎁 Giveaways and Hilton Honors points: 1st Place: 5,000 points 2nd Place: 2,500 points 3rd Place: 1,500 points 🌟 Grand Prize: One-night stay* Don’t miss this chance to celebrate and connect with the community!

Reclamation and The Plant invite you to another fun night market on November 15th, from 4-9pm. Join us for local vendors, live music, amazing food, and beverages. This is a family-friendly event, so come one, come all!

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 liodhruna@gmail.com

Join Jessica Bryan and Ashlie Campbell at the Welcome Center for two workshops this weekend. Learn to create beautiful charcuterie trays and how to make beautiful decorator bows and garlands. Preregistration requested.

Join us for our annual Sip-N-Shop Market with special guests, Popcorn Blue Band! Chatham Artist Guild Education Program invites kids of all ages (that means adults too) to create barn quilt paintings and sunflowers in oil pastel! All supplies provided. We are thrilled to have over 30 vendors participating in this year’s event! Market starts at 12 pm Welcome Table: 79 West, Chatham Kids, Chatham Artist Guild Education Program, The Medley Food + beverage by: Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, Hops & Berry, BMC Brewery, Cash’s Smokin’ BBQ

Sign up for a one hour barre class with Amy Maclean! Registration is required and includes the class and a drink - all for $20! Click here to register: PS - Bring Your Own Mat!

Join Jessica Bryan and Ashlie Campbell at the Welcome Center for two workshops this weekend. Learn to create beautiful charcuterie trays (Saturday) and how to make beautiful decorator bows and garlands (Sunday). Preregistration requested.

Don’t miss your chance to win our Holiday Essentials Package—featuring a turkey fryer, holiday cookware, a turkey voucher, and more, all valued at $500! 🦃🍽️ Tickets are just $20, and all proceeds support our business community in Chatham County. Additionally, tickets will be available for purchase at our Pittsboro office now through December 4th.🎟️✨ The raffle drawing will take place at the Siler City Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 5th at 8:30 PM. You don’t need to be present to win! Plus, there will be prizes for the second and third drawn tickets. 🎁

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

Join us for the Town of Pittsboro, NC Pop Up Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on November 20th at 11:00am! This park has come to fruition thanks to the generous donations and collaboration among our community partners. Let’s come together to celebrate this new space that promises to bring joy and connection to our town. We hope you can join us for this momentous event! All are welcome to attend. See you there at 50 W Salisbury Street!

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 11/20 – Lauren Meehan 11/27 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 12/4 – Steve Hobbs Trio 12/11 – Dave Quick Jazz

The Pittsboro Business Association invites you to Downtown Pittsboro for a fun-filled tree lighting ceremony on Sunday, November 24, starting at 3:00 pm. Santa will be there and we will have lots of things going on for all ages. Food trucks, an assortment of entertainment on the main stage, train ride, a bouncy house and a vendor market this year! Come have a great time gathering with your community. We can't wait to see you there! The tree lighting is just the start of an event-filled holiday season! Be sure to add these special days to your calendar. Thanks to the local businesses that support Holly Days! Pictures from the 2022 Tree Lighting

Don’t miss your chance to win our Holiday Essentials Package—featuring a turkey fryer, holiday cookware, a turkey voucher, and more, all valued at $500! 🦃🍽️ Tickets are just $20, and all proceeds support our business community in Chatham County. Additionally, tickets will be available for purchase at our Pittsboro office now through December 4th.🎟️✨ The raffle drawing will take place at the Siler City Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 5th at 8:30 PM. You don’t need to be present to win! Plus, there will be prizes for the second and third drawn tickets. 🎁

Join West End Kitchen for tea on the last Monday of every month, from 2-5 pm. Reservations required.

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 11/27 – Tony Galiani Jazz Quartet 12/4 – Steve Hobbs Trio 12/11 – Dave Quick Jazz

Friday, November 29 10-5pm Saturday, November 30 10-5pm Sunday, December 1 noon-5pm Saturday, December 7 10-5pm Sunday, December 8 noon-5pm Saturday, December 14 10-5pm Sunday, December 15 noon-5pm Enjoy a beautiful day in the country! Twice a year we fire over 1000+ pots in our massive wood kiln, or our gas kiln, and invite everyone to visit the pottery for a Kiln Opening! It’s a great chance to tour the pottery workshop, walk inside the massive kilns, and shop in our large barn/gallery/showroom for beautiful pottery for yourself or for the perfect gift. The shelves are full of beautiful mugs, tumblers, plates and bowls, elegant vases, pitchers, lidded jars, serving bowls, large platters and planters ~ all made by master potter, Mark Hewitt, and his current intern. All the pots are stamped with the firing number. This will be Firing ‘112’ so the pots will be stamped 112 and the stamp of the potter who made them. Most of the pots have been made by master potter, Mark Hewitt with a very small selection made by visiting potters. Mark’s selection of ‘Big Pots’ – life-sized vases and jars – are also on display. Families are always welcome. We have swings! Image of Mark Hewitt Pottery Kiln Opening Can’t wait? Need a shopping appointment at a different time? Not to worry, we are happy to set up an appointment with you. Please call 919-542-2371 and listen for Carol’s cell number in the voice message, or email us at sales@hewittpottery.com. COVID guidelines: All staff are fully vaccinated and our large barn/showroom with open doorways is more like being outside than in, so masks at your discretion.