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Hey, South Durham Parents: What’s Your Family’s Favorite Hidden Gem?
South Durham families know where the real fun is – whether it’s a quiet nature trail, a playground that’s never too crowded, a quirky shop with the best kid-friendly treats, or a weekend routine that just works. I’m working on a community-curated guide to the best under-the-radar family spots in Southpoint and beyond – and I want your input!…
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A Tale of Two New SoDu Play Places
By Tricia Smar, Special to Southpoint Access Parents of young kids in South Durham rejoice as now we can set our little ones loose in not one but two nearby play places. In just the last month, two indoor play locations have opened in what was once the play place desert of SoDu, providing the…
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[Southpoint Spotlight] Crafting a Creative Space in Durham
Do you find reporting like this valuable? Support Southpoint Access as a subscriber or advertising sponsor and make it possible to keep this information flowing to readers in our community! Chris and Marie Curran have found a home in Durham, and since early 2023, they’ve also found the perfect outlet for their passion: AR Workshop. Originally from Ohio and Pennsylvania, the…
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Sensory-Friendly Films Return to Carolina Theatre
Starting Aug. 24, South Durham families can enjoy sensor-friendly film experiences at downtown’s Carolina Theatre. Tickets for the free screenings, a partnership with the Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development, can be reserved in advance. They run through December. The Sensory Friendly Film Series includes guidance about maintaining a safe and welcoming experience for…
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Kids Voting Durham Offers Summer Civic Leadership Opportunities
Kids Voting Durham, an organization dedicated to fostering civic engagement among youth, announces an opportunity for individuals aged 14-24 to contribute to the design of the KVD 2024 Election Guide. This initiative not only allows participants to gain valuable experience in civic engagement, but also offers paid and volunteer positions. The project is seeking three…
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Durham Libraries Host Gaming, Art Events in March
Durham County Library branches are hosting LibCon919 during the week of March 18, featuring events focused on creative endeavors, tabletop roleplaying, and superheroes. Main Library Events South Regional Library Events Southwest Regional Library Events
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DPS Afterschool Programs Adopt Lottery Model
Durham Public Schools parents may have wanted assurances that their child would make it easily into an afterschool program in elementary school in the 2024-25 academic year. What we’re getting instead? Another lottery, similar to what parents use for magnet school applications. Previously, afterschool program access was first-come, first-served. In a letter to families this…
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[SoDuWe Poll Results] Youth Activities in South Durham
Southpoint Access recently asked readers to share their insights and experiences regarding youth activities in South Durham. The results: Half the respondents indicated that their family participates in youth sports and other activities at least once a week. A third are involved in activities once a month. Nearly 17% reported that they’ve got something going…
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[SoDu We Poll] Youth Activities in South Durham
Is your family active in youth sports? Community service? Religious groups? I’m asking Southpoint Access readers to participate in a brief 5-question survey about youth activities in our area – what neighbors are looking for when it comes to these activities, whether they’re inclusive enough, and what improvements could be made. You’ll find the survey…
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[SoDu We Gallery] Scout Pack 451 Embarks on New Year’s Day Hike
On the afternoon of Jan. 1, 2024, Cub Scout Pack 451 members and their families gathered at Hollow Rock Nature Park to work off some calories and enjoy the wilderness on Headwaters Loop Trail and Hanging Rock Loop Trail. Are you a Southpoint Access subscriber? Support our ultra-local news at this link! Photos by Wes…
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[SOUTHPOINT SPOTLIGHT] Shining On: Laura Helton
This summer, Laura Helton took on the role of pack leader for Scout Pack 451, which meets in the Hope Valley area at Westminster Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Old Chapel Hill and Shannon roads. Recently, she took the time to answer some questions from Southpoint Access about the pack, its activities, and what she does in…
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