In this Chapel Hill Insider Issue…

⛅Chapel Hill Local Weather- High 71^o and Cloudy

📊Poll Results: The Places You Want to Know About

❎New Poll: What is Your Favorite Pet Grooming/Hotel Company?

♻️How to Recycle Your Eclipse Glasses and Support Astronomical Education

📰Siblings Bring Old World Pasta Traditions to Life at Chapel Hill's Bombolo

📰Spring Into Action: Pittsboro’s HHW Event Aids in Safe Disposal of Hazardous Waste

📰Search Your Pockets: Unclaimed $394K Cash 5 Prize in Durham Expires Soon

📢 We Want to Spotlight Local Businesses! Want Your Business to Be in Focus? Apply Here!

🗓️Upcoming Events (Updated)

Poll Results: What Event Locations Do You Want To Know About?

The Insider Tribe has spoken! Thank all of you who gave us feedback in our most recent poll! We will now bring you local news and events from Durham, Pittsboro, Hillsborough, and all around Chatham and Orange counties in addition to Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

We promise to leave Raleigh allll the way over there.

Love you all for the feedback! Keep it coming!

How to Recycle Your Eclipse Glasses and Support Astronomical Education

In the wake of a total solar eclipse, many are left wondering what to do with their now unnecessary eclipse glasses. Fortunately, there are several organizations dedicated to repurposing these specialized glasses for future astronomical events, ensuring they continue to serve a purpose long after the initial event has passed.

Organizations like Astronomers Without Borders and Eclipse Glasses USA are collecting used but undamaged eclipse glasses for future events. These glasses can be dropped off at various partner locations, including Warby Parker store at the Streets at Southpoint, or sent directly to designated addresses. This effort not only recycles and repurposes specialized glasses but also promotes global engagement with astronomy.

Siblings Bring Old World Pasta Traditions to Life at Chapel Hill's Bombolo

Bombolo, a distinctive fresh pasta restaurant in Chapel Hill, was recently featured in Only In Our State for its unique approach to dining. This local gem is co-owned by award-winning sibling chefs Garret Fleming and Eleanor Lacy, it offers a weekly evolving menu inspired by Old World culinary traditions and the stories behind each dish. Highlights include innovative pasta dishes and an extensive selection of beverages. Bombolo is more than a restaurant; it's an experience that celebrates the joy of fine food and drink. Check out the full story here and consider having your next pasta craving at Bombolo!

Spring Into Action: Pittsboro’s HHW Event Aids in Safe Disposal of Hazardous Waste

Pittsboro, NC, invites residents to the April Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) event on April 20, 2024, at the Solid Waste & Recycling Main Facility. This event enables the safe disposal of hazardous household materials and unwanted medications, excluding business waste and specific items like electronics and explosives. Participants must provide proof of NC residency, with the initiative highlighting services like free shredding and compost bin sales. The event is a key part of Chatham County's series of HHW events aimed at promoting environmental responsibility among residents.

Search Your Pockets: Unclaimed $394K Cash 5 Prize in Durham Expires Soon

A winning Carolina Cash 5 lottery ticket sold in Durham, North Carolina, is searching for its owner. Worth $394,216, this ticket is part of a trio that collectively hit a jackpot of $1.18 million in the drawing on October 17. However, time is running out to claim the prize. The deadline is set for April 15, at which point the ticket will expire. Purchased at Parkwood Convenience on Revere Road, the ticket matched all five white balls, with winning numbers 9-11-14-30-34, to secure its share of the jackpot.

Mark Michalko, the executive director of the N.C. Education Lottery is urging everyone in the Durham area to thoroughly search their homes and double-check any lottery tickets they find. He expressed eagerness to congratulate the winner and celebrate their windfall. The hunt is on as the 180 days to claim prizes from the October drawing nears its end, with the ticket needing to be presented at the lottery headquarters in Raleigh by 5 p.m. on April 15. To locate the ticket holder before it's too late, the Education Lottery is broadcasting the search through statewide media and online channels, hoping to ensure that the lucky winner doesn't miss out on their significant prize.

Great Streets Workshop: Downtown Public Right-of-Way Plan

Downtown Chapel Hill, The Junction,136 East Rosemary St, Chapel Hill

Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Click Here for Details and Parking Information

Check Out the New Carolina Blue Fire Engines

Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 

Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews

Julia Ridley Smith, acclaimed for her first memoir "The Sum of Trifles," now introduces "Sex Romp Gone Wrong," her debut collection of short stories. With a rich background in literary contributions across various prestigious platforms, Smith's work is celebrated for its depth and insight. In addition to her writing, she plays a significant role in the literary community as a creative writing teacher at UNC-Chapel Hill, influencing aspiring writers with her expertise and enthusiasm for the craft.

2nd Friday ArtWalk:

Caldwell Artists in Conversation

Ackland Art Museum 101 South Columbia Street, Chapel Hill

Dates: April 12, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Cat’s Cradle

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