Uproar Festival of Public Art from August 1-23 |
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Weave Your Dreams by Michelle Spaulding
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The Uproar Festival of Public Art will showcase 60 large-scale, bold works of art throughout the downtown areas of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough from August 1 through 23.
Uproar successfully debuted in the summer of 2023 and was the first festival of its kind in the state. Uproar’s Google Map of art locations in 2023 garnered more than 50,000 visits during the festival. Summer can be a slow time for local business owners, and Uproar is designed to boost Orange County’s small business community.
*The artworks pictured above are from the 2023 Uproar Festival.
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Free Trolley Rides in Chapel Hill and Carrboro on Saturdays for Uproar |
During the first three Saturdays in August from noon to 8 p.m., take the free, air-conditioned trolley from the Chapel Hill/Orange County Welcome Center on West Franklin Street for a scenic loop that connects visitors with many of the festival’s art locations in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.
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Uproar is free, family-friendly and focused on accessibility. Participating artists are vying for $21,000 in cash prizes. Hosting a countywide arts festival is an investment in artists, small businesses, and tourism. The Orange County Arts Commission is asking for donations to keep Uproar in our community.
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| Be a Part of Something Big by Volunteering for Uproar |
No matter your skill set, abilities, or availability, organizers can use your help and can work around your needs. Volunteer tasks include:
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assisting with art installations
- distributing promotional materials
- greeting visitors at welcome centers
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Housing Help for Residents Affected by Tropical Storm Chantal |
Youth Career Training on July 30 |
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Tipping Fees Waived for Storm Recovery Through August 9 |
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| In response to Tropical Storm Chantal, Orange County Solid Waste is waiving all tipping fees for construction and demolition debris from impacted properties—effective immediately through August 9.
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- Applies to storm-related debris only
- No cost for qualifying loads at the Orange County Disposal Center (Landfill).
- *Permitted Materials Only
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Finish Plastic-Free July Strong |
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Bloodborne Pathogen Program on July 28 |
Fused Glass Demonstration on August 4 |
FitLot Ribbon Cutting on August 8 |
Foster Family Session on August 11 |
Final Exit Network Presentation on August 13 |
Opioid Settlement Funds Community Meeting on August 16 |
The Orange County Opioid Advisory Committee invites community members to attend the Second Annual Opioid Settlement Funds Community Meeting on Saturday, August 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Freedom House Recovery Center, located at 140 New Stateside Drive, Chapel Hill. This free event is open to the public.
The meeting offers an opportunity for Orange County residents to learn how opioid settlement funds are being used to support local recovery, prevention, and harm reduction efforts.
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Tea and Talk on August 22 |
Recycle Right Workshop on August 25 |
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