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Hello, neighbors! Saturday is the start of Black History Month, and we have a few ideas for how you might celebrate the important contributions of Black and African Americans to Chapel Hill. We also invite you to browse Parks and Rec's summer camp offerings, take two Everywhere to Everywhere Greenways project surveys, and plan around a one-day library closure. |
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February is Black History Month
This month we celebrate the contributions of Black and African Americans to our community, our nation, and our world. We encourage you to take time to reflect on, learn about, and appreciate the diverse voices and experiences that have shaped Chapel Hill:
- Stop by the Elizabeth Cotten mural at 111 N. Merritt Mill Rd. and listen to the Re/Collecting Chapel Hill podcast about her.
- Join us on February 10 for a fireside chat with former local leaders and current Chapel Hill Transit Director about how civil rights have shaped 50 years of Chapel Hill Transit.
- Take a “Walk with Northside Neighbors,” an audio tour narrated by Northside longtime residents. Listen to some of the stories, struggles, and aspirations of our community.
- Attend a Judging Juries screening and panel discussion on February 6 at the library. Talk about how an unfair system can impact who serves on juries and how it affects justice and fairness for everyone.
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Seasonal Leaf Collection Updates
After four collection cycles, our dedicated Public Works crews have collected 829 loads of leaves. We've got two important updates as we wrap up this season:
- There will be NO collection next week
- The final round of collection will begin Monday, Feb. 17.
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Explore Parks and Rec's Summer Camp Guide
It's still only January, but summer camp slots are a hot commodity. Plan ahead and browse our latest summer camp guide. From day camps to adventure camps, we've got it all. Registration opens Monday, Feb. 24 for Chapel Hill and Orange County residents.
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Community Center Playground to Close Starting Week of February 3
Starting next week, the Community Center Park playground will be closed to construct a new inclusive playground. The playground design includes equipment that's accessible to children with a variety of abilities. While this playground is closed, we invite you to enjoy the outdoor basketball courts, bocce ball, rose garden, or one of our many other parks in town.
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Library Closed on February 4 for Staff Development
Have no fear, book lovers, there's still a wide range of digital materials to discover while the library is closed for staff development. Check out all the eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, videos, and research tools we've got to offer.
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Funding for Affordable Housing and Community Development Projects
We invite organizations interested in securing funding for affordable housing and community development projects to come learn important updates about our newly-streamlined process and application. On Feb. 3, the Town plans to release up to $1.75 million to support projects such as new Affordable Housing construction, land acquisition and land banking, and more. Important dates:
- Attend the virtual information session on Feb. 11 at 10 a.m.
- Apply for funding by March 3 at 12 p.m.
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Think Philosophy with UNC
Explore life’s pressing questions alongside students from diverse life stages and backgrounds in this Spring 2025 series offered by the Philosophy Department at UNC in partnership with the library. Join us Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 2:15 p.m. at the library for small-group discussions and guided reflection.
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Learn about Adobe Creative Cloud
This intro class will show you the Adobe Creative Cloud tools available at the library's Tech Lab. Learn what each of its apps does and get some basic examples of how to use them to work with your photography, video editing, graphic design, and more. See you at the library on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 11 a.m.
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Artist Call: Storm Drain Murals
Calling all artists! Use your art to educate the community about how our drains lead straight to creeks that provide our drinking water. We invite artists 18+ who live within 40 miles of Chapel Hill to apply by Monday, Feb. 24. Finalists get $100 and selected artists receive $1,400 stipends.
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Learn about Your Local Government
Registration is open for our FREE winter session to inform and educate the community about Town services, projects, and processes. The Peoples Academy is one of many opportunities to learn about local government, connect with Town staff and community members, and engage on important issues. This session is both in-person and virtual.
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Do Your Teens Need a Summer Job?
If your 14- to 18-year-old is looking for some summer cash, our Summer Youth Employment program might be perfect for them. They'll work about 20 hours a week in different Town departments or area non-profits. They'll also attend career prep workshops to learn interviewing skills, resume writing, and more! (Must meet household income guidelines)
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Take Everywhere to Everywhere Greenways Project Surveys |
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Bolin Creek Greenway Extension
This project will extend the length of the Bolin Creek Greenway from Umstead Park to Estes Drive. Bolin Creek Greenway is currently a 2.5-mile paved trail that connects the Tanyard Branch Trail to the Chapel Hill Community Center. Construction is a few years away, but we're collecting input in the coming months.
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Estes Drive Extension
This project will add bike and ped infrastructure to Estes Drive Extension between MLK and the Carrboro border at the railroad tracks. It’ll connect to the new bike lanes and path along Estes Drive, the future Bolin Creek Greenway Extension, and eventually into Carrboro.
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Board of Adjustment
Thursday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. |
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New for Week of February 2
Severin St. sewer work lane closure
Feb. 3 - Feb. 4, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Purefoy Rd. near Merritt's Grill sewer work road closure
Feb. 3 - Feb. 7, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dawes St. between Smith Ave. and Coolidge St. tree work road closure
Feb. 4
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Ongoing
Ridge Rd. at Boshamer Stadium residence hall work
Starting Jan. 15
South lane of Ridge Rd. closed in front of Avery Residence Hall. Two-way traffic will be maintained with automated signals.
Hayes, Brandon, Flemington, and Hamilton Rds. Google fiber work
Jan. 10 - March 10 (approx.), 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Country Club Rd. from Gimghoul Rd. to Laurel Hill Rd. Google fiber work lane closure
Jan. 15 - Mar. 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Meadowmont Ln. and parts of Barbee Chapel Rd. Google fiber work lane closure
Jan. 15 - Mar. 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Oaks Google fiber work
Dec. 9, 2024 - extended to Feb. 28, 2025, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Berkley Rd., Oakwood Dr., Rogerson Dr., Douglas Rd. Google fiber work
Dec. 12, 2024 - extended to Feb. 28, 2025, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
S. Columbia St. Carrington Hall work
Present to December 2026
A pedestrian detour is in place along S. Columbia St. near Medical Dr. as crews work on Carrington Hall.
Upcoming
Pope Rd. near Ephesus Church Rd. culvert repair
Dates to be determined.
For more information, email Jcmanuel-nelson@ncdot.gov
All road work depends on the weather. Schedules may change accordingly. Google Maps and Waze show the most up-to-date traffic conditions
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