Sunday

Fundraiser Event

The Jason Ray Foundation will hold a Sunday brunch and auction fundraiser at 10:30 a.m. at the Alumni Hall of the Carolina Club at the George Watts Hill Alumni Center. Proceeds will benefit patients who have undergone solid organ transplantation at UNC Hospitals. jasonray.org.

Art Exhibit and Reception

Kidzu Children’s Museum will hold its second annual Mosaic Retrospective exhibit and final reception from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at 123 W. Franklin St., Suite B. The reception will celebrate a series of collaborative tile mosaic workshops held throughout Orange County over the past year, led by the museum in conjunction with local mosaic artist Jeannette Brossart. There will be refreshments and mosaic crafts. kidzuchildrensmuseum.org.

Author Event

Linda Watson will discuss her cookbook, “Wildly Affordable Organic: Eat Fabulous Food, Get Healthy, and Save the Planet – All on $5 a Day or Less” from 2 to 3 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Lecture Event

Tom Earnhardt, naturalist, writer and Botanical Garden Foundation board member will present the 13th Annual Evelyn McNeil Sims Lecture on “Wildflowers and Wild Places” at 2:30 p.m. at the N.C. Botanical Garden. 919-962-0522, ncbg.unc.edu.

Horton High Alumni Association

The Horton High Alumni Association will meet at 3 p.m. at Horton Middle School, Suite 813, Pittsboro. Descendents of Horton High School alumnus or attendee are eligible to apply for the 2012-13 Horton High School Alumni Association Scholarship. Deadline to apply is June 1. 919-542-2167, 919-444-9090, HHSAA.info.

Discussion on Social Justice Activism

The Town of Chapel Hill Justice in Action Committee and the Chapel Hill Public Library will hold a free and public discussion on civic engagement, civil disobedience, and political protest called “From Counters to Camps: Social Justice Activism in a Changing World” at 3 p.m. at the Hargraves Center, 216 N. Roberson St. There will be a question and answer period following a panel presentation. samathryn@gmail.com.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 4 to 5 p.m. Sundays at Carrboro United Methodist Church, 200 Hillsborough Road. 919-448-7010.

Concert Event

Southern Village will hold its “Sundays at Six” music series every Sunday at 6 p.m. on the stage at the Village Green. southernvillage.com.

Monday

Yoga Class

A yoga class for people new to yoga, in treatment for cancer, a caregiver or cancer survivor, is held Mondays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program at Carolina Pointe II, 6011 Farrington Road. Cost is $5 per session. unclineberger.org.

Breastfeeding Group

Breastfeeding Cafe, an informal drop-in gathering of breastfeeding moms, is held every Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Red Hen, University Mall, 201 South Estes Drive.

Restorative Yoga

Cornucopia House Cancer Support Center, 5517 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., offers a free Restorative Yoga class for anyone affected by cancer, every Monday from 3 to 4:30 p.m. 919-401-9333.

Walking Group

A walking group for women age 55 and older will walk trails in Meadowmont every Monday at 3:30 p.m. 919-967-4054, walkingforwomen@gmail.com.

Orange County Transit Plan

An open house about the proposed Orange County Transit Plan will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Orange County West Campus Office Building, 131 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. 919-245-2575.

Book Lovers Club

The Book Lovers Club will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The book, “The Lotus Eaters” by Tatjana Soli will be discussed. 919-942-7373, meetup.com/flyleafbooklovers.

Canine Playtime

The Chapel Hill Small Dog Meetup Group will gather on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Southern Village Dog Park, 1000 Dogwood Acres Drive. For dogs under 25 lbs. smalldogmeetup@gmail.com.

Divorce Support Group

DivorceCare, a seminar and support group offering information in a small-group setting for men and women experiencing divorce, will hold sessions from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday at Orange United Methodist Church. Book fee is $12, scholarships available. 919-942-2825, mwmcclain@nc.rr.com.

Orange County Hope Project

The Orange County Hope Project will discuss transgender issues at 7 p.m. at Bread & Butter Bakery, 503 W. Rosemary St. Speakers will share their personal stories and there will be time for audience interaction. 919-638-3639, talkofhope.com.

Gamblers Anonymous

Gamblers Anonymous meets at Amity United Methodist Church, 825 Estes Drive, every Monday at 7:30 p.m. (888) 846-4427.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at Carrboro United Methodist Church, 200 Hillsborough Road. 919-933-1355.

Tuesday

Knitting for Charity

Knitting for Charity, a needlework group that provides knitted and crocheted items for various charities, meets on Tuesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the middle of University Mall. Bring acrylic yarn and knitting needles or crochet hook. 919-968-2780.

Bingo

Residents 50 and up can register to play bingo on Tuesdays from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St. Call 919-918-7364.

Farmers’ Market

The Fearrington Farmers Market at Fearrington Village on U.S. 15-501 South is held Tuesdays at 4 p.m.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Evergreen United Methodist Church, U.S. 15-501. 919-933-1355.

Author Event

Author Rosecrans Baldwin will hold a book launch for his book, “Paris I Love You But You’re Bringing Me Down” at 7 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Support Group

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance support group meets on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive. 919-428-6296.

Support Group

SMART Recovery sponsors a free recovery group for drinking and other addictive behaviors on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive. trianglesmartrecovery.org.

Wednesday

Walking Group

A walking group for women age 55 and older treks the Bolin Creek Greenway on Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m. 919-967-4054, walkingforwomen@gmail.com.

Stories and Crafts

Story time and craft activity for children will be held at The Children’s Store, 243 S. Elliott Road, every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 919-942-8027, thechildrensstoreinc.com.

Kids Storytime Event

A special storytime event with illustrator Brian Lies will be at 10:30 a.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Restorative Yoga

Cornucopia House Cancer Support Center, 5517 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., offers a free Restorative Yoga class for anyone affected by cancer, Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 919-401-9333.

Books Sandwiched In

Books Sandwiched In will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the Chapel Hill Public Library at University Mall. The book, “The Camel Bookmobile” by Masha Hamilton will be discussed. A vote will be held to select books for 2012-2013. friendschpl.org.

Canine Playtime

The Chapel Hill Small Dog Meetup Group will gather on Wednesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Southern Village Dog Park, 1000 Dogwood Acres Drive. For dogs less than 25 lbs. smalldogmeetup@gmail.com.

Farmers Market

The Carrboro Farmers’ Market is open every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Town Commons, 301 W. Main St. carrborofarmersmarket.com.

Durham-Orange Light Rail Workshop

An environmental review workshop on the proposed Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Extraordinary Ventures, 200 S. Elliott Road. The workshop will be in an open house format. Citizens unable to attend can submit comments online. 800-816-7817, ourtransitfuture.com.

Open Mic

The Sacrificial Poets present a community-wide open mic on the first Wednesday of every month, at 6:30 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 725 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous holds a meeting in Spanish at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 16 at Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive. 919-401-6124.

Thursday

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is held every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Flyleaf Books, 725 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Yoga Class

A yoga class for people new to yoga, in treatment for cancer, a caregiver or cancer survivor, is held Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Support Program at Carolina Pointe II, 6011 Farrington Road. Cost is $5 per session. unclineberger.org.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays at Carrboro United Methodist Church, 200 Hillsborough Road. This meeting is kid-friendly. 917-531-8523.

Farmers Market

The Southern Village Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 400 Market St., Suite 115. svfarmersmarket.com.

Canine Playtime

The Chapel Hill Small Dog Meetup Group gathers on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Southern Village Dog Park, 1000 Dogwood Acres Drive. For dogs less than 25 lbs. smalldogmeetup@gmail.com.

Restorative Yoga

Cornucopia House Cancer Support Center, 5517 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., offers a free Restorative Yoga class for anyone affected by cancer, Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. 919-401-9333.

Movie Event

The Ackland Film Forum will show films every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Varsity Theater. Admission is free with a university ID, $4 for all others.

Overeaters Anonymous

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive. 919-968-0304.

Author Event

Peter Behrens will read from and sign his novel, “The O’Briens” at 7 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Friends of the Chatham Community Library

The Friends of the Chatham Community Library will meet at 7 p.m. in the Holmes Family Room at the Chatham Community Library, 197 N.C. Highway North, Pittsboro. Author Georgeann Eubanks will be the guest speaker and new officers will be elected. friendsofthechathamcommunitylibrary.org.

Friday

Self Help

Recovery International, a nonprofit organization, offers self-help methods for managing anger, controlling depression and reducing stress. Meets Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Peace Vigil

Vigils for peace and justice are held every Friday at the corner of Elliott Road and East Franklin Street from 5 to 6 p.m. 919-942-2535.

Chatham Empty Bowls Benefit

The Chatham Empty Bowls fundraiser event will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Chatham County Council on Aging Senior Center, 365 N.C. Highway 87 North, Pittsboro. Attendees will be able to chose a pottery bowl, soup and bread. The meal will also include beverages and dessert. Tickets are $25. Special discounts for students and children. Proceeds will benefit the CORA food pantry in Pittsboro. corafoodpantry.org.

Author Event

N.C. authors Alexandra and Marshall Reid will discuss their project and book, “Portion Size Me: A Kid-driven Plan For A Healthier Family” at 7 p.m. at Flyleaf Books, 752 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. There will also be a Snack Wars competition where kids create their own healthy snacks. 919-942-7373, flyleafbooks.com.

Saturday

Farmers Market

The Carrboro Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at the Town Commons, 301 W. Main St. carrborofarmersmarket.com.

Farmers Market

The Eno River Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Public Market House on East Margaret Lane in Hillsborough.

Farmers Market

The Hillsborough Farmers’ Market is held in the parking lot of the Home Depot on N.C. 86 from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday. 919-732-8315.

Farmers Market

The Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market is held in the parking lot of University Mall from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday. thechapelhillfarmersmarket.com.

Toastmasters

Two Toastmasters clubs meet on Saturdays. The Chapel Hill Toastmasters meet at 8 a.m. in the University Presbyterian Church Youth Center. Email patrick@treatuwell.com. The Speak Up! Toastmasters meet at 11 a.m. at the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, 104 South Estes Drive. Email info@speakuptmc.org.

Confederate Veterans Memorial Service

The Chapel Hill Sons of the Confederate Veterans will hold their annual confederate memorial service at 10 a.m. at the statue of the confederate soldier, Silent Sam, at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Restorative Yoga

Cornucopia House Cancer Support Center, 5517 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., offers a free Restorative Yoga class for anyone affected by cancer, Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. 919-401-9333.

Canine Playtime

The Chapel Hill Small Dog Meetup Group gathers on Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Southern Village Dog Park, 1000 Dogwood Acres Drive. For dogs less than 25 lbs. smalldogmeetup@gmail.com.

Author Event

Ben Fountain will read from his much lauded novel, “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk” at 11 a.m. at McIntyre’s Books in Fearrington Village. 919-542-3030, mcintyresbooks.com.

e-books for Libraries

The Friends of Orange County Library will present a session titled “e-books for Libraries: Good, Bad or Indifferent?” from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orange County Main Library in Hillsborough. The program is free and will address what e-book use means for the library.

Benefit Concert

A concert to benefit Volunteers For Youth called “Rock ‘N Role Models” will be at 7 p.m. at West End Public, 462 W. Franklin St. The Franklin Street Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. and Greg Humphreys will perform at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25. volunteersforyouth.org.