Reality of My Surroundings – Through July 10, 2016 – In celebration of the museum’s 10th anniversary, the museum presents some of its most significant works by global artists, with an emphasis on artists of African descent, from the contemporary collection. The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Dr.; 919-684-5135
A Bronx Tale – Thursday, 8pm – In the ‘90s, this critically-acclaimed, one-man show caught the eye of Robert DeNiro, who bought the film rights and directed the movie, starring opposite original writer and actor, Chazz Palminteri. Palminteri is still earning raves for his telling of a young Italian boy who gets caught up in organized crime. The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.; $37+; 919-560-3030
Ana Tijoux – Thursday, 8pm SOLD OUT – Critically acclaimed for her powerful sound that mixes hip-hop, Latin and jazz music, the politically engaged, French-Chilean MC brings her signature super-quick flow to the stage. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave.; $15-$22; 919-684-4444
Parade of Homes Tour – Friday, Saturday and Sunday, noon-5pm – Tour 56 beautiful homes throughout Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties. In its 32nd year of inviting the public to view some of the finest homes in the area, this HBA event showcases new home construction with innovative designs, products and technology. A variety of homes will be on Parade, meeting the needs of home buyers in all price ranges, from budget-conscious shoppers to those looking for a grand estate. Seventeen homes on Parade have met the stringent requirements of Home Innovations NGBS Green Certification. Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange & Chatham, 919-493-8899
Seasonal Beer Showcase – Friday, 4:30-8:30pm – Durham’s Largest Brewer Happy Hour, this event will feature six-ounce pours of seasonal beers from 20 breweries, plus live music, food and a commemorative glass. Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St.; $30
Jonathan Biss – Friday, 8pm – The American pianist performs a program of works by Mozart, Schoenberg and Schumann. Baldwin Auditorium, 1336 Campus Dr.; $15-$38; 919-684-4444
LeAnn Rimes – Friday, 8pm CANCELED DUE TO ARTIST ILLNESS – At 11 years old, the country crooner became the youngest person to ever win a Grammy, kickstarting a 20-year career in music that has included 44 million albums sold and countless other awards and nominations. The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.; $37+; 919-560-3030
Brian Regan – Friday, 8pm – Long after his 1995 “Letterman” debut, this family-friendly stand-up comic is still bringing the laughs in a big way. Considered one of the most respected comedians in the country, Regan has been nominated for the American Comedy Award for best concert comedian. DPAC, 123 Vivian St.; $49.50+; 919-680-2787
XXY (Preview) by Compagnie Lasko – Friday, 8pm – Culture Mill presents French physical theater company Lasko’s preview performance of XXY, which explores questions surrounding gender identity: What does it mean to become a woman? To become a man? In what ways are we always “becoming”? The Carrack Modern Art, 111 Parrish St.; $15
Mount Moriah – Friday, 9pm SOLD OUT – The band returns with a three-song 7 inch in advance of the long-awaited follow up to Miracle Temple. To celebrate its release, they play this hometown show as Heather McEntire’s storytelling shakes hands once again with longtime collaborators Jenks Miller, of the noise psychedelic project Horseback, and jazz experimentalist Casey Toll. Fellow Durham artist, singer-songwriter Skylar Gudasz, opens the show. The Pinhook, 117 W. Main St.; $10; 919-667-1100
SoDu The Harvest – Saturday, 8am-noon – Designed to bring the South Durham community together to celebrate local foods, artists and Durham businesses, the festival will act as a fundraiser with a raffle to help cover operating expenses for the year. Raffle prizes are all $100 or more in value and include events on local farms, gift certificates to Durham restaurants, shopping sprees at the market, fitness packages, a DPAC basket with tickets to Matilda and more. Special raffle prizes from vendor farms include a flower harvest and arrangement class, a cheese-making class and a wine and goat cheese pairing event. In addition to the local farmers and artisans that sell at the market every week, Chef Steve McRae from Harvest 18 and Chef Dan Wright from Primal will be demonstrating their skills. For the kids, there will be Touch-a-Fire-Truck, Touch-a-Tractor, Fairy Hair, Big Bubbles and Balloon Man Mike. South Durham Farmers’ Market, 5410 NC Hwy. 55; Free admission
Pumpkin Patch Express — Saturday and Sunday, train times vary — Celebrate fall with a train ride to the museum’s pumpkin patch, where the kiddos can pick out the perfect pumpkin to decorate and take home. Crafts and carnival games spice up the pumpkin adventure. Then, return to the station and continue the day exploring the rest of the museum and its exhibits. Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave.; $12, plus museum admission; 919-220-5429
A Soldier’s Return Home: Reunion and Remembrance — Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday, 10am-3pm — The people of North Carolina and other Southern states were affected by the Civil War from the loss of their sons, fathers and brothers as well
as a loss of their economy. This event shows the cost of the war through lectures, displays and special tours, which will include several vignettes and personal narratives. Bennett Place, 4409 Bennett Memorial Rd.; Free, donations accepted; 919-383-4345
20th Annual World Beer Festival — Saturday, noon-4pm and 6-10pm — Grab your tasting glass for unlimited four-ounce tastings from more than 250 of the finest beers around, plus access into the Art of Beer Experience for beer ingredient samplings, pairings, educational seminars, a mini commercial brewery and more. VIP admission gets you a bonus selection of rare and unique beers; access to food, air conditioning and real bathrooms in the VIP lounge; a commemorative festival gift; and a three-issue subscription to All About Beer Magazine. Durham Bulls Athletic Park, 409 Blackwell St.; $45, general admission, and $95, VIP admission
Lucy Rozier — Saturday, 3pm — Jackrabbit McCabe and the Electric Telegraph is a handsomely illustrated tall tale written Rozier, a Durham author, for preschool and elementary-grade children. It’s a story about McCabe, the fastest boy around, who runs errands and carries important messages in his town of Windy Flats. When the newest technology, the telegraph, comes to town, it’s McCabe against the machine! Who will win the race? The Regulator Bookshop, 720 Ninth St.; Free; 919-286-2700
Nasher10 Unplugged — Saturday, 3-8pm — The museum commissioned a mural by abstract painter Odili Donald Odita on a wall of the downtown YMCA, which will be unveiled at this block party. Guests can enjoy live music, food trucks and art-making activities before the day culminates with a free screening of the documentary film about the making of the mural. Downtown YMCA, 218 W. Morgan St.; Free admission; 919-684-5135
Stephen Wright — Saturday, 8pm — Comedian and Academy Award winner performs. The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.; $35+; 919-560-3030
BBQ, Bluegrass & Friends — Sunday, 1-4pm — A day of fun, festivities and barbecue prepared by some of Durham’s finest chefs, including Scott Howell of Nana’s Restaurant, plus The Original Q Shack, Rise and Foster’s Market, to raise funds to help TROSA open an on-site health clinic. TROSA, 1820 James St.; $25, adults and $10, children; 919-419-1059
Wolf Awareness Week — Sunday-October 17, 2pm — Learn what it’s like to care for these predators, the role they play in maintaining biodiversity and ways to aid conservation efforts. Special wolf- themed souvenirs will be given out. Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave.; Free with admission; 919-220-5429
Blessing of the Animals — Sunday, 3pm — The service, to be held on the quad in front of the Chapel, is open to the public and all well-mannered pets are invited. Duke Chapel, 401 Chapel Dr.; Free; 919-684-2572
Fred Wesley & The New JB’s — Sunday, 3pm and 6pm — The legendary bandleader, trombonist and author revered worldwide as one of the founding fathers of funk leads the standard-setting band, the New JBs at this Beyu Caffe and Art of Cool co-presentation. Beyu Caffe, 335 W. Main St.; $30 in advance, $35 day of shows; 919-683-1058
Music on the Plaza — Sunday, 4-7pm — Named World Championship Bluegrass Band in 1972, the Bluegrass Experience Band performs with traditional instruments (banjo, guitar, fiddle, mandolin and bass) featuring original tunes and covers in the spirit of pioneers such as Flatt and Scruggs, Stanley Brothers and Bill Monroe. Beer and wine from Carolina Brewery and alternating food trucks will be on hand including Deli-icious, Rolling Bistro, Wandering Moose, Virgil’s Jamaican and Big C Waffles, along with Northgate’s food court options. Northgate Mall, 1058 W. Club Blvd.; Free; 919-286-4400
Bluefin Tuna Dinner — Sunday, 6pm — Enjoy the taste of bluefin tuna and other traditional Japanese cuisines. Chef Toshi brings a piece of his culture to you by preparing a five-course meal that encompasses his country’s tastiest traditions. Each course will be paired with saké and tasting notes. Basan, 359 Blackwell St., Ste. 220; $45 (all-inclusive price that includes beverage pairings, tax and gratuity); 919-424-7759
