Chapel Hill Magazine

12/19/2025

Meet our Adoptable Pet of the Week: Tanner 🐾

Tanner the terrific terrier is a sensational senior! He only weighs around 15 pounds, but he certainly knows how to fill an entire room with love. He loves to cuddle, he's energetic, and he has an adorable snore when he's napping.

Take advantage of reduced adoption fees for dogs and cats until Dec. 31 as part of the Holiday Adoption Special at Orange County Animal Services (NC).

🔗 Learn more below to find your new best friend. 💞
https://www.orangecountync.gov/287/Available-Pets

12/18/2025

This weekend brings a mix of holiday warmth and winter tradition – from a Hanukkah feast at The Carolina Inn and Center Theater Company's production of "A Christmas Carol" to tree treks at North Carolina Botanical Garden, Hillsborough Arts Council's Solstice Lantern Walk + Market, last-minute gift grabbing at Eno River Farmers Market in Downtown Hillsborough and family fun at 1870 Farm. Cap it off with a solstice concert at The ArtsCenter – plus so much more!

We’ve taken the time to collate all the worthy weekend events and entertainment in Orange County for your perusing pleasure.

12/12/2025

Meet our Adoptable Pet of the Week: Selena 🐾

"Hi, I’m Selena! I love hiding in cozy spots, climbing and exploring my surroundings. Once I start purring, it’s hard to get me to stop! I enjoy a good mix of playtime and relaxation."

🔗 Learn more below and visit Paws4ever in Mebane to find your new best friend. 💞
https://paws4ever.org/adopt/meet-our-pets/

12/11/2025

Let the holiday festivities begin!✨🍾✨

Enjoy this holiday season without all the hassle; from table settings to charcuterie spreads and wine selection, see tips and tricks for effortless holiday entertaining! 🍷🍽️🥖🫒🌹

Easily find your favorite holiday dishes and appetizers at Wegmans – explore the wide selection of cave cheeses🧀 and desserts.🥧

Read more at the 🔗 below. Happy hosting!🥂

We teamed up with Wegmans and Vietri to bring you expert tips for holiday entertaining – from selecting tableware to curating tasty bites

12/11/2025

From new works and musical premieres to community theater and arts events, Orange County offers plenty to dive into this weekend!

Highlights include Carolina Performing Arts "Johnny Loves Johann," Center Theater Company’s reimagined "A Christmas Carol," Voices' annual holiday concert, Orange County Historical Museum’s reader’s-theater celebration, The ArtsCenter’s Elf Market and OCRCC’s annual gala – plus so much more!

Keep reading at the 🔗 below!

We’ve taken the time to collate all the worthy weekend events and entertainment in Orange County for your perusing pleasure.

12/05/2025

Meet our Adoptable Pet of the Week: Munster 🐾

Have you always wanted a stunning mini panther to make your home feel complete? If so, consider adopting this fabulous little slice of midnight. His name is Munster, and he is ready to be spoiled in his forever home. He loves people and craves attention in the form of luxurious petting sessions.

This gorgeous guy has been waiting patiently at Orange County Animal Services (NC), and we know he'll make his adopter feel very lucky.

As an added bonus for anyone looking to adopt, fees for cats and dogs have been reduced until Dec. 31 as part of OCAS' Holiday Adoption Special!

🔗 Learn more below to find your new best friend. 💞
https://www.orangecountync.gov/287/Available-Pets

12/04/2025

The holidays take center stage this weekend with lively theater, local traditions and community celebrations including PlayMakers Repertory Company's 'You Can’t Take It With You,' an in-the-round 'A Christmas Carol' at Center Theater Company, Town of Carrboro, NC’s annual tree lighting ceremony and the Town of Carrboro, NC and Town of Chapel Hill Community Holiday Parade – plus so much more!

We’ve taken the time to collate all the worthy weekend events and entertainment in Orange County for your perusing pleasure.

11/25/2025

Meet our Adoptable Pet of the Week: Alvin 🐾

Sweet, goofy and full of charm, Alvin loves walks, playtime and cozy snuggles. He gets along great with other dogs and brings joy everywhere he goes. Now he’s ready to share his big heart with a forever family.

🔗 Learn more below and visit Paws4ever in Mebane to find your new best friend. 💞
https://paws4ever.org/adopt/meet-our-pets/

11/24/2025

❄️ 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 ❄️

🎄 Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list in Chapel Hill and Carrboro! 🎁

📚 Stop in at Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews to shop for the book lover in your life – and don't forget to treat yourself to a Mexican chocolate or vegan churro. ☕

🧥 Swing by Uniquities for cute seasonal clothing and accessories from brands including Autumn Cashmere, Rag and Bone and RAILS. 👗

🕯️ Visit This & That Gift Gallery in Carrboro and load your loved ones' stockings with beautiful artisan kitchen goods, candles, ornaments and more. 🖼️

🎨 Head across Main Street and stop by My Muses Card Shop & Muse Art Gallery – a one-stop-shop for art and craft supplies, books, journals and locally made art, cards and more. 🖌️

✍️ Make your list and check it twice before Santa comes to town! 🎅

11/20/2025

Meet our Adoptable Pet of the Week: Tucker! 🐾

Are you ready for a new family member who's goofy, sweet and playful? Consider adopting or fostering Tucker! He's amazing, he's only a little over a year old, and he wants to shower you with love and fun adventures.

As an added bonus for anyone looking to adopt their new bestie from Orange County Animal Services (NC), adoption fees for dogs and cats have been drastically reduced until the end of 2025 as part of a Holiday Adoption Special!

🔗 Visit https://www.orangecountync.gov/287/Available-Pets for more information.

11/20/2025

🦃✨ Turkey Day is just around the corner, Orange County! Get out and enjoy some weekend fun before settling in for the feast – check out our roundup! 🍁🎉

We’ve taken the time to collate all the worthy weekend events and entertainment in Orange County for your perusing pleasure.

11/18/2025

A new chapter begins at Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools with superintendent Rodney Trice – educator, equity advocate, CHCCS parent and longtime leader. Grounded in his family’s teaching legacy and dedicated to expanding student pathways, he’s prioritizing opportunity, community connection and a future-ready district. 🌅🎓

Get to know Rodney at the 🔗 below.
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📸 by John Michael Simpson

New CHCCS superintendent Rodney Trice outlines his vision for equity, opportunity, and community connection