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Ronan Peterson, Peg Bachenheimer, and Paul Hrusosvsky
Through Sept. 8
Though it's full of abstract forms, what could be more concrete than nature? This quiet paradox beats at the heart of the new triple show at Durham's Craven Allen Gallery, which runs through September 8 after this opening reception. But the three formally diverse exhibits become one in the resonances of their titles and themes. In Layered, FRANK Gallery member artist Peg Bachenheimer shows her imaginative landscapes and abstractions in encaustic wax. In Fecundity, Ronan Kyle Peterson displays wheel-thrown red earthenware that embraces a "comic-book interpretation of ... the perpetual organic comedy of growth and decay." And in Embellished, former Craven Allen director Paul Hrusovsky comes home with a clutch of new paintings, complicated with stencils and silk screens, which portray organic shapes in what the artist calls "a cacophony of excessive adornment." —Brian Howe
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Cameron Village Underground Photography Exhibit
Through Jan. 31, 2019
This is going to sound crazy, but did you know there used to be an underground mall under Cameron Village, and that it housed nightclubs that both incubated local rock and hosted legendary touring acts as diverse as R.E.M., Barry Manilow, Jimmy Buffet, and Chuck Mangione? In the late seventies and early eighties, before it was shut down because of concerns about safety, The Village Subway—aka the Raleigh Underground—roiled with nightclubs such as The Frog and Nightgown and The Pier, where Sonic Youth recorded the cover of "I Wanna Be Your Dog" that appears on Confusion Is Sex. This rich history, mostly lost beyond some hazily remembered blogs, is the subject of a new exhibit at The City of Raleigh Museum, which runs through January after a sold-out, wait-listed reception with photographer Chris Seward. His dynamic black-and-white photos from the scene capture now-famous names and local, proto-indie-rock bands such as The Fabulous Knobs and Arrogance in their primes. More than two hundred photos are featured in the exhibit, along with flyers, videos, and other artifacts. —Brian Howe
919-832-3775
En Masse Call for Art
Through Dec. 1, 1 p.m.-12 a.m.
En Masse will be a group exhibition of works created by VAE artist group members. DETAILS En Masse is an open non-juried call Artists must have attended one artist group meeting prior to entry Artists may enter up to two works No media restrictions. Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited. Visit vaeraleigh.org for more information (919) 828-7834
Robert Keith Black
Through Sept. 1
Mixed media paintings in tandem with Design Duet at the Gregg Museum of Art & Design. 919-828-7557
Existential Distress
Through Sept. 16
Drawings by Jessica Burke, runs July 20 - September 16, 2018. 919-560-2787
Expressions of Life
Through Sept. 20
Jenny Jones B, Amy Gardner Dean, and Hello Pottery. 919-571-3605
Visualizing Micro Environments
Through Oct. 11
Paintings by Orr Ambrose inspired by cosmology, physics, and microbiology. 919-956-9404
Reflections of Elegance: Kenneth Paul Block & the Masters of Fashion Illustration
Through Oct. 20
Original works by fashion illustrator Kenneth Paul Block. 336-226-4495
National Historic Landmark Tours
Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, 1-4 p.m.
919-733-4994
Durham Literacy Center
Help change the course of an individual's life through literacy. Three programs: Adult Literacy & GED prep, English for Speakers of Other Languages, & Teen Career Academy. 919-489-8383
Great Pyrenees Rescue & Adoptions
Adopt a glorious gentle giant or become a foster family. For dogs available for adoption, see website or email. president@carolinapyrrescue.com
Johnston County Big Read
Encourage reading for pleasure & enlightenment by working with Johnston County & the NEA. Call for details. 553-1930, info@johnstoncountyarts.org
"Building Scholars, Changing Lives"
Donate pencil boxes/ pouches, dividers, colored pencils, binders & small calculators, or make a monetary donation. 919-680-0308
Pet Foster Network
Provide short-term, in-home care for friendly dogs, cats & other animals until they are adopted. All vet care is paid for. Pet Foster Network helps 30 local animal rescue groups & shelters in Durham, Orange, Chatham & Wake counties. 919-425-2330
Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Nonprofit animal rescue org serving homeless cats & dogs in Wake County since 1989. See website for adoptable animals, volunteer opportunities, etc. 919-851-8404
WakeMed Cary & Raleigh
WakeMed campuses in Cary, Raleigh & Zebulon have needs for a variety of volunteers, including clerical, pet visitation, customer service, crafts, more. Call 350-8293 for Raleigh & Zebulon; 350-2363 for Cary & Fuquay-Varina.
Orange County Animal Services
Open-access county facility with cats, dogs & sometimes small animals (rabbits, hamsters) for adoption. See website for available animals; email to volunteer. 919-942-7387
