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Monthly Calendar Highlights
Let Triangle Winter Games Begin!
Family Fun
Through Feb. 6
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Features the extraordinary work of Burk Uzzle, who photographed the historic aftermath of the civil rights pioneer’s assassination. The Arts Council of Wilson, 124 Nash St. S.W., Wilson. 252-291-4329. www.wilsonarts.com.
Feb. 6-Aug. 29
The Carolina Mountains
Offers an intimate look at everyday life in western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century through the photographs and words of New Englander Margaret Morley. Morley traveled throughout the mountains to observe its natural wonders and befriend the mountain people. Her works were published in 1913 in the book, The Carolina Mountains. Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Dr., Raleigh. 919-250-1013. www.wakegov.com/parks/oakview.
Through Feb. 14
All My Sons
Consequences of a business decision rock the foundations of a family and send shockwaves into the larger world. Arthur Miller’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play explores the moral question of what we are responsible for, and who we are responsible to, in a time of war. PlayMakers Repertory Company, Paul Green Theatre, Country Club Rd., Chapel Hill. 919-962-7529. www.playmakersrep.org.
Through Feb. 15
AT&T Raleigh Winterfest
Extravaganza features an outdoor skating rink with natural ice and family activities, carriage rides and live music on select nights. City Plaza, Fayetteville St., Raleigh. www.raleigh winterfest.com.
Feb. 18-Mar. 7
Cinderella
Carolina Ballet’s production of the classic children’s tale followed by the works of George Balanchine, the father of American ballet. Fletcher Opera Theater, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 919-719-0900. www.carolinaballet.com.
Through Apr. 4
Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Exhibition
Features 31 award-winning pictures of wildlife and nature photography as part of the 2009 Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition. A teenager won the grand prize and two other youths received honorable mention awards. N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh. 919-733-7450. www.naturalsciences.org.
Through May 31
Ice Counterpoint
A mixed media exhibition that includes photography, videography and environmental sound recordings highlighting the transformation of the polar regions in the Norwegian Arctic and Antarctica due to global climate change. FedEx Global Education Center, 301 Pittsboro St., Chapel Hill. 919-962-2435. http://global.unc.edu.
Through July 5
Barbie – Simply Fabulous at 50!
Explains the history and evolution of the American icon and business phenomenon. On display are Barbie’s stylish outfits, her 1962 sports car and 1971 revolving kitchen, and boyfriend Ken. Several personal and humorous Barbie stories and photographs have been contributed by North Carolinians. N.C. Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-807-7900. www.ncmuseumofhistory.org.
Special fees or admission policies apply to some exhibits and performances. Please call ahead to check and to verify information.
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