Durham officials thank the community for their input on the city's cultural development and highlight the collaborative efforts shaping the arts scene, with more details to come as they work towards a comprehensive cultural strategy.

Pullen Arts Center in Raleigh offers a variety of art classes for all ages, including pottery, mixed media, acrylic painting, and traditional crafts, with registration available on their website.

Durham, NC calls for artists to contribute to the Merrick-Moore Park Aquatics Center, offering a significant public art opportunity to create works that reflect community and play.

Durham's City Hall hosts its first Staff Art Exhibition, displaying works by thirty local government employees.

Raleigh Arts Partners presents a range of holiday events including acrobatic symphonies, DIY pottery, choral performances, theatrical productions, and ballet.

Pullen Arts Center in Raleigh displays Emily Rubin Malpass's chalk mural, symbolizing resilience and self-determination, with free public access until January 25, 2026.

Fred Fletcher Park will host the Fall Arts Fair on November 8, showcasing local artists and offering unique items and live demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Raleigh's Five Points Center for Active Adults offers affordable art classes in collage, watercolor painting, and open studio critiques, led by artist Adrienne Garnett. Classes are open to adults over 18.

The Pullen Arts Center is offering a series of creative classes for all ages, including pottery, printmaking, and jewelry crafting. Classes include all required supplies, and registration is open to both residents and non-residents.

The City of Raleigh invites local arts nonprofits to apply for grants up to $15,000, with applications due by January 8, 2026. Mandatory workshops are provided for new applicants.

A scrapbooking workshop is offered at Five Points Center for Active Adults, guiding adults in crafting a 12"x12" memory page, including basics of design and layout.

Raleigh's Martin Marietta Center offers a tour that explores the venue's paranormal history, with theatrical traditions and ghostly legends, providing backstage access and spooky stories.

Pullen Park is hosting "Pages at Pullen: Stories and Crafts," a free event on October 17th featuring storytelling and crafting for kids and caregivers.