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[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Getting Hungry for Greek Food?

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Getting Hungry for Greek Food?
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WEATHER FORECAST

Today's morning weather in South Durham, seen on Juliette Drive in South Durham. Photo: Wes Platt.

Per the National Weather Service: Showers and thunderstorms possible today, especially after 2 p.m. High near 83. Tonight, a chance of storms. Mostly cloudy with a low around 62.

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Opa! Durham Greek Festival Returns May 3–4

Get ready to experience the flavors, music, and joy of Greece right here in South Durham. The 2025 Durham Greek Festival is back at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church (May 3–4) with authentic food, live dancing, artisan shopping, and guided tours of the landmark domed church. Admission is free, and the event runs rain or shine just off NC-751 near Southpoint.

🎟️ Festival hours: May 3, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. | May 4, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
📍 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

  • Durham Council Passes HIV Housing Amendments, Affordable Housing: The Durham City Council meeting on Monday focused on housing and public health, from addressing the city’s HIV cases to the need to work against increasing evictions to approvals for new affordable housing units in South Durham. [Article includes highlights collected through See Gov.]
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  • South Durham Criminal Incident Reports for April 2025: South Durham saw a continued rise in vehicle-related crimes last month, according to the latest report for ZIP code 27713, with motor vehicle burglaries and thefts making up the largest share of reported incidents. This is based on data supplied by the Durham Police Department to LexisNexis.

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What's Happening Today?

  • Over 50 Crowd. Adults and senior citizens. 10 to 11:30 a.m. No registration required. A group of community members age 50 and older that meets weekly for coffee and chatting. Study Room No. 1 at East Regional Library at 211 Lick Creek Ln. (Durham County Library)
  • Growing Little Gardeners. Ages 2 to 5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration appreciated, but not required. Learn about different ways to practice fine motor skills in the garden with your little one. Stations will be set up to practice seed planting, digging, watering, and more. Meet in the library’s “back yard” and dress for mess. Outdoor space at Southwest Regional Library at 3605 Shannon Rd. (Durham County Library)
  • Bookmobile Stop: Boxyard RTP. All ages. 12 to 12:30 p.m. 900 Park Offices Dr. (Durham County Library)
  • A Celebration of Earth Day for Kids. Toddlers through elementary school. 4 to 4:45 p.m. Enjoy stories, music, crafts, and refreshments. Children’s programming room at the Main Library at 300 N. Roxboro St. (Durham County Library)
  • Graphic Book Club. High school through adults. Virtual event. 6 to 8 p.m. Fans of comic books and graphic novels can join via Zoom to discuss and share ideas and impressions. The topic this month: Female creators. (Durham County Library)

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