[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Aug. 6, 2026

Compiled by Wes Platt, 
wes.platt@southpointaccess.news

This weekend sees a Red Cross Blood Drive at the Southwest Regional Library, tattooed ceramics at Claymakers, the North Carolina Jerk Festival, and community day at the Museum of Life and Science.

Got events planned in the days and weeks ahead? It's free to use our calendar for everything from live music and school festivals to community yard sales!

Check out these highlights from the Southpoint Access events calendar:

Southpoint Access Events Calendar

From Durham County Library programs and family activities to special events at local businesses and key public meetings like the City Council, County Commission, and Planning Board, our calendar brings it all together in one easy-to-use resource.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

When: Friday, Aug. 7, 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd., Durham

Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics

When: Friday, Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Claymakers, 470 Salem St., Durham

North Carolina Jerk Festival

When: Saturday, Aug. 8, 3 to 9 p.m.
Where: Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St., Durham.

Durham Community Day - Museum of Life and Science

When: Sunday, Aug. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave., Durham.

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