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LOCALLY GROWN - DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL!
Locally Grown, a series of special events in Downtown Chapel Hill this summer, encourages everyone to Buy Local, Eat Local & Be Local while enjoying live music and entertainment!  More...

DOWNTOWN WIRELESS PROJECT

The Town of Chapel Hill has begun a pilot project to offer free wireless Internet access in several areas of downtown Chapel Hill. The project is intended to study the usage of free wireless Internet access in public areas. The service can be used to access email, web sites and other routine Internet activities.

 

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CHAPEL HILL ECONOMIC STRATEGY
The public is invited to contribute ideas toward designing a “big picture” economic strategy for the Town of Chapel Hill at a series of meetings to be held this March.  More...

SMART COMMUTE CHALLENGE
Go Chapel Hill Supports the Smart Commute Challenge! The Smart Commute Challenge is a regional program encouraging businesses as well individuals to take an alternative commute mode of travel at least once during the 5 week challenge period.   More...

ARTIST II NAMED FOR LOT 5

The Chapel Hill Public Arts Commission announced today the selection of the second artist to create public artwork for the Lot 5 development project at the intersections of West Franklin, Church and Rosemary Streets in downtown Chapel Hill.

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DTH DONATES TO REAL CHANGE INITIATIVE
There's a better way to give! And the Daily Tar Heel has met that directive from the Real Change from Spare Change initiative by donating $10,000 to fund street outreach in Chapel Hill.   More...

UNC SPRING COMMENCEMENT

UNC Spring Commencement will be held on Sunday May 11 at 9:30 a.m.

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CHDP PLAN OF WORK 2008-2009
The Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership Board of Directors has approved the Plan of Work for the next eighteen months.  More...

COMING SOON: NEW DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES!

The new year has brought several, exciting new businesses to downtown Chapel Hill. There has been a flurry of activity in the downtown recently with new businesses renovating spaces before opening in the next few months. 

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REAL CHANGE FROM SPARE CHANGE
The Real Change from Spare Change Initiative will raise funds to directly help those in need in our community and to educate the community on the issues of homelessness and panhandling.  More...

CHDP ANNUAL REPORT
The Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership holds Annual Meeting and releases the 2007 Annual Report.  More...

WEST END VALET PARKING SERVICE EXPANDS TO SIX NIGHTS A WEEK
The West End Valet Parking Service is now available Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.  The West End destinations participating in the service are 411 West, Bonne Soiree’, Carolina Brewery, Elaine’s on Franklin, Lantern, Mediterranean Deli and Catering, Studio Supply, Talulla’s and the West End Wine Bar.    More...

PREVENTING GRAFFITI IN DOWNTOWN
The Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership is committed to helping downtown business owners prevent graffiti in downtown Chapel Hill.   More...

GREEN LIGHT FOR GREEN CONDOS

CHAPEL HILL - It was near midnight Monday when the Town Council unanimously approved Greenbridge, a pair of eco-friendly condominium towers planned for downtown's West End.

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  LIVE MUSIC / ENTERTAINMENT - ROBERTS AT THE FRANKLIN
Sat - Jul 05

Roberts at The Franklin showcases different local musicians on Friday nights from 7:30pm to 10:30pm.


Roberts At The Franklin offers an exclusive wine list, superb cocktail and martini menu, as well as light fare including appetizers, sandwiches and decadent desserts. Music nightly.

The Franklin Hotel is located at 311 West Franklin Street.

For more information please call 442-9000 or visit www.franklinhotelnc.com.

  UNC EVENTS-UNC YOUTH SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
Sat - Jul 05
UNC offers a variety of sports camps durring the summer for youth ages 5-18.  Whatever sport your kids enjoy, they'll be sure to have fun and learn something new at UNC's sports camp!  For more information visit http://tarheelblue.cstv.com/camps/unc-camps.html
  LIVE MUSIC / ENTERTAINMENT - Fuse
Sat - Jul 05

Old School Hip-Hop Dance Party Every 1st Saturday of the month from 10PM to 2AM at Fuse!


Fuse is located at 403 West Rosemary Street.
Please visit www.f-use.com or call 942-9242 for more information.

  ART & CULTURE - MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM & SCIENCE CENTER
Sat - Jul 05

At Morehead Planetarium and Science Center visitors can experience dazzling multimedia star shows, varied exhibits, year-round programming for all ages and stellar shopping at the Infinity Gift Shop.

With exciting classes and shows going on everyday,
visit the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center website for more information on:

-Skywatching Sessions
-Public Lectures
-Summer Camps
-SciVentures
-Storytime Science
-Meet a Scientist

Visit www.moreheadplanetarium.org or call 962-1236.

  LIVE MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT-NIGHTLIGHT & SKYLIGHT EXCHANGE
Sat - Jul 05
Saturday, July 5- Pykrete, Boyzone, and High Castle
Nightlight and the Skylight Exchange are located at 405 1/2 Rosemary Street. For more information call 933-5550 or visit www.nightlightclub.com.  
 
  LIVE MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT-THE CAVE
Sat - Jul 05

Saturday, July 5: Big Fat Gap

Currently Celebrating 40 years, the Cave is Chapel Hill’s oldest tavern.  The Cave is located at 452 ½ West Franklin Street.  For information call (919) 968-9308 or visit www.caverntavern.com

  LIVE MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT-LOCAL 506
Sat - Jul 05

Saturday, July 5-The New Familiars and The Mantras

Local 506 is a Chapel Hill music venue that hosts bands nearly every night.  Local 506 is located at 506 West Franklin Street.  For information call (919) 942-5506 or visit www.local506.com

  LIVE MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT-MANSION 462
Sat - Jul 05

Saturday, July 5-Eric Sommer

Mansion 462 is a spacious, live music venue and bar.  Mansion 462 is located at 462 West Franklin Street.  For information call (919) 967-7913 or visit www.mansion462.com.  Mansion 462 participates in the West End Valet Parking Service.  Catch a show and park for free!

  ART & CULTURE - ACKLAND ART MUSEUM
Sat - Jul 05

There is always something new to see at the Ackland. With over half the Museum's gallery space dedicated to special and traveling exhibitions, the Ackland organizes more than a dozen exhibitions a year.

Current Exhibitions:
-Contemporary Drawings from the Ackland Collection
-Glorifying Patronage
-The Art of Love
-In and Around the Garden: Perspectives East and West
-Flowing like Water: The Art of Liquidity

Visit www.ackland.org or call 966-5736 for more information.

  LIVE MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT-THE BLUE HORN LOUNGE
Sat - Jul 05

Sat July 5th Kennebec’s Troy Smith & Jeremy Blackford 10pm to 1am

Blue Horn Lounge 125 E Franklin Street Chapel Hill 919-929-1511 www.bluehornloungechapelhill.com All shows are free.

Contact Steve Payne at stevebhl@nc.rr.com with any questions or if you need additional info.