During World War II, UNC employed both German POWs and Italian prisoners in its dining halls. The UNC Libraries “For the Record” blog details how Lenoir Hall became a dining hall for pre-flight cadets, and 110 of the waiters serving family-style meals were bussed in from Camp Butner, which was holding German prisoners. An inspection […]
Posted inParks and Rec, Carrboro, Chapel Hill
How to rent a picnic shelter or gazebo for birthday parties in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
We’ve had several birthday parties at picnic shelters and pavilions located at Southern Community Park and Umstead Park in Chapel Hill. This is a great birthday party location for a toddler: everyone is self-contained, the fees are small, and everyone leaves tired and happy. Win-win. Many of the parks in Chapel Hill and Carrboro have […]
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Where to donate books in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
We’ve seen a number of questions recently on social media asking where to donate children’s books and adult books in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. We know of two organizations that accept gently used books in good condition. Friends of the Chapel Hill Public Library The Friends of the Chapel Hill Public Library raise more than […]
Posted inThings to do with kids, Chapel Hill, Triangle Region
Five great places to watch the sunset in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill technically does sit on a hill and there are some nice spots with elevation to watch the sunset around town. Other spots aren’t as high up, but still provide a great view for Insta. Here are some of our favorites. Maple View Farms Sit in the rocking chairs on the front porch with […]
Posted inThings to do with kids, Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Greenway
Three activities in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for upcoming teacher workdays
Kids in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools have a teacher workday on Monday, February 13. If you’re looking for something to do, here are some of our favorites. Take a hike along the Bolin Creek Trail It’s the Year of the Trail in North Carolina. Bolin Creek Trail, Chapel Hill’s oldest trail, is also our […]
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Chatting with Carrboro Town Council Member Susan Romaine
We’re starting a series of interviews with Council Members in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Today we’re speaking with Carrboro Town Council member (and Mayor Pro Tem) Susan Romaine who is the founder of Orange County Living Wage and PORCH Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Romaine, who was elected in 2019, serves as Council’s liaison to the Economic Sustainability […]