Now in its fourth year, Triangle Opera Appreciation is a small, intimate group of down-to-earth, gay-friendly people who love opera and enjoy experiencing it together. We warmly welcome newbies as well as long-time opera lovers. We watch recorded performances in members' homes, live broadcasts in stadium movie theaters, and socialize over food and drink. We also schedule Meetups for on-stage performances when available. Active participation is a requirement to retain membership: attend at least …

We are having a sing-along party, and you're invited! The Pittsboro Song Circle happens in Chatham County (near the Orange County line) on the second Friday of the month. We have pot luck munchies -- bring a snack or drink, and your voices and enthusiasm. We use a "play, pick, or pass" format for our circles. We sit in a large circle, and each person gets a chance to perform something, request something (either by title or general subject), or pass. This makes for a very eclectic mix of musi …

"Eyes on Opera" is an Orange County cultural organization dedicated to the advancement of opera through recorded and live solo performances, group discussions, educational outreach and field trips. Membership is free with donations gratefully accepted to cover expenses. Regular meetings and presentations are scheduled for the third Saturday of each month at the Seymour Senior Center in Chapel Hill. The group was founded in January, 2007 by my wife, Victoria Windler, who passed away after a long …