Chatham County Line – Thursday, 6-9pm – Wrapping up the Back Porch Music on the Lawn Series, this local American bluegrass musical group is joined by award-winning singer-songwriter Jeanne Jolly and guitarist Chris Boerner. American Tobacco Campus Amphitheater, 318 Blackwell St.; Free; 919-433-1566
Mahmoud Ahmed – Thursday, 8pm – Joined by his 10-piece band, this Ethiopian jazz singer blends melodies with a funky groove. Rising to stardom in the ’70s during Ethiopia’s golden age of pop music, he is considered the country’s musical ambassador. Reynolds Industries Theater, 125 Science Dr.; $15-$34; 919-684-4444
The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses – Thursday, 8pm – Based on one of the most popular video game series of all time, fans will recount the storylines while a 90-piece orchestra plays the classic music, accompanied by a choir and a giant screen. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St.; $51.38+; 919-680-2787
Crush – Friday 7-9pm – Performing both classic hits and today’s Top 40, their impeccable song selection, attention to detail and passionate live performances have given them the status of being one of the greatest live bands in the Southeast. Brightleaf Square, 905 W. Main St.; Free; 919-682-9229
Jerry Seinfeld – Friday, 7pm and 9:30pm – It’s sure to be a laughter-filled evening as this hilarious comedian returns with his classic stand-up. His ability to capture the attention of audiences everywhere with relatable jokes expands this year as he embarks on a global tour. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St.; Sold out; 919-680-2787
Nancie McDermott – Friday, 7pm – Meet this native North Carolina author and sample recipes from her latest cookbook, Southern Soups and Stews. Featuring 75 recipes accompanied by beautiful color photographs and reminiscences and stories, this is a cookbook for every day of the year. The Regulator Bookshop, 720 Ninth St.; Free; 919-286-2700
Bull Durham Blues Festival – Friday, 8-11pm and Saturday, 5pm – A celebration of the Piedmont blues featuring national, regional and local blues, from the mournful sounds of the Mississippi Delta to the fine finger-picking and ragtime exuberance of the Piedmont blues. Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St., and Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St.; Friday performance: $40 general admission and $55 VIP, Saturday concert: Free; 919-683-1709
Nasher Creates: Saturday Sketch – Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sept. 26, 10am-noon – Join local artist Laura Frankstone for a three- week sketching series. Each session will be in the museum’s galleries and will build upon one another, focusing on various techniques. This series is appropriate for all skill levels, including beginners. The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Dr.; Free with museum admission; 919-560-2722
Harvest and Hornworm Festival – Saturday, 10am-4pm – Celebrating North Carolina’s farming history, this cultural arts festival is centered on tobacco harvesting, curing and related activities in the field and at the barn. Featuring local artists, costumed interpreters and entertainment – including a Moon Pie-eating competition, looping contest, hornworm race and live music by Steph Stewart and the Boyfriends. Duke Homestead Historic Site, 2828 Duke Homestead Rd.; Free; 919-477-5498
Triangle Scrabble Tournament – Saturday, 10am-6pm – Test your skills against other tournament players at this tournament hosted by Triangle Scrabble at Center Court. All ages are invited to register and participate in this fun, round-robin, eight-game match of one-on-one contests and compete to advance in the national ratings with prizes awarded to winners in the top 20 percentile. This tournament is a rated event and requires membership the National North American Scrabble Players Association to compete and advance in the ratings system. Mall visitors can enjoy watching the games as they happen. Game boards will be provided. Northgate Mall, 1058 W. Club Blvd.; $20 to participate, pre-registration required; 919-286-4400
Lois Deloatch – Saturday, 7-9pm – Jazz concert and birthday celebration featuring the Ernest Turner Trio. Evening hosted by Ed Gomes and Aasim Inshirah (90.7 WNCU). BYOB, and there will be cake! Sharp Nine Gallery/Durham Jazz Workshop, 4608-L Industry Ln. (Ample Storage Complex); $10-$20; 919-486-5299
Third Annual Family Field Day – Sunday, 12:30-3:30pm – Relive your favorite field day memories, as a family. Play games, test your skills, compete in relay races, make nature art, eat delicious food and more. Get outside, get active, let loose and have fun — all while supporting Schoolhouse of Wonder. Schoolhouse of Wonder, 5101-B N. Roxboro Rd.; Five tickets for $5; 919-477-2116
HOOKED WHUP Benefit Fashion Show – Sunday, 4-7pm – A unique fashion show featuring original upcycled crochet attire produced by local artists and modeled by men. More than 25 of the area’s most courageous men will walk the runway at this benefit for the Triangle’s new community radio station, WHUP 104.7. The wild wear, which will be sold at silent auction after its turn in the spotlight, was transformed over the last few months into shorts, kilts and pants from vintage crochet articles donated for the occasion. A calendar highlighting the best of the unique threads – and the models – will also be available for sale at the event. All proceeds will help the radio station move toward its launch date, now just a few weeks away. Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave.; $5
The Milk Carton Kids – Sunday, 8pm – The Grammy-nominated indie-folk duo hit the stage as a part of the nationwide tour in support of their new album, Monterey. With a unique style of fusing jazz, classical and modern alternative music together, and an album described as “more open and alive than anything,” audiences will delight in a musical experience that both deviates and expands on traditional folk songs. The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.; $27+; 919-560-3030
