Coffee with FRANK
2026-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Coffee & Pastries Provided

Join us for our monthly Coffee with FRANK series that invites you to slow down, sip a warm cup of coffee, and engage with the creative community at FRANK Gallery!

This month, featured artists R. Scott Horner (acrylic painting) and Julia Nagle (oil painting) will discuss their current work and answer questions about their artistic processes from Luna Lee Ray.

Mark your calendar, stop by, grab a treat, and join the conversation!

Opening Reception
2026-10-09 18:00 - 21:00
Explore excellent regional art at the opening reception for our September-November exhibit and FRANK:inFocus!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you browse a stunning collection of artwork by member artists Shelly Hehenberger, Mary Lee Kerr, and Donna Stubbs; guest artist Polina Varlamova; and the featured FRANK:inFocus photographers: Tim Duffy, Bettina Molina, Jo Ann Tomaselli, and Wojtek Wojdynski.

Engage in conversation with the artists, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee and Tea with FRANK:inFocus
2026-10-10 10:00 - 11:00
Coffee and Tea with FRANKFree | Coffee, Tea, & Pastries Provided

Listen as featured FRANK:inFocus photographers Tim Duffy, Bettina Molina, Jo Ann Tomaselli, and Wojtek Wojdynski discuss their work, and sample teas made by the women in Bettina’s photos.

Mark your calendar, stop by, grab a treat, and join the conversation!

Off the Wall Gala 2026
2026-10-17 18:00 - 21:30
Steal the art before someone else does! For this one unforgettable night, you get to choose an original artwork valued at $450 or more, pluck it off the wall, and take it home. Enjoy an open bar, delicious food, and the thrill of the countdown in person, or participate virtually with delivered wine and appetizers. Join us at 6 pm on Saturday, October 17, for our 16th annual Gala supporting FRANK Gallery’s mission to enrich our community through art.

How does it work?

With the purchase of an Art Ticket, your name is entered into a pool with other art ticket holders. During the gala, the names of art ticket holders will be drawn at random (this is the fun part!) and read out loud by our emcee, local radio personality, Aaron Keck. Once called, you’ll have one minute to choose your favorite piece of art “off the wall” to take home. It gets exciting as you never know what piece will go next! This event will be hybrid, meaning we’ll offer a limited amount of in-person art and companion tickets, and some online virtual tickets! In-person guests will enjoy delicious food and an open bar. Online guests have the same chance to select art off the wall, but from the comfort of their home.

Attend in-gallery or from home

The Gala will be held in the gallery as well as broadcast live via Zoom for attendees who want to enjoy art and a tasty cheese box in the comfort of their home. For guests attending in person, a full bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and light snacks will be provided.

Donated Artworks

There will be plenty of donated art (from our generous artists!) all valued at more than the price of a ticket! Visit the gallery the week before the Gala to see all the donated art hanging. Also, preview the works here as they are donated (images coming soon).

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Coffee with FRANK
2026-10-24 10:00 - 11:00
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Coffee & Pastries Provided

Join us for our monthly Coffee with FRANK series that invites you to slow down, sip a warm cup of coffee, and engage with the creative community at FRANK Gallery!

This will be a panel discussion with featured artists Shelly Hehenberger (oil and cold wax collage), Donna Stubbs (mixed media painting), and Polina Varlamova (interdisciplinary), facilitated by Luna Lee Ray.

Mark your calendar, stop by, grab a treat, and join the conversation!

FRANK:inFocus Artist Talk and Live Music
2026-10-29 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an evening of interdisciplinary art appreciation at FRANK.

6 – 7 PM: Renowned photographer Tim Duffy (of Music Maker Foundation) will speak about his tintype portraits.

7 – 8 PM: Talented musicians Carter Minor (vocals) and Grant Osborne (piano) will perform in the gallery.

FRANK:inFocus is a project of the FRANK Gallery Community Outreach program, offering innovative and inclusive art and photography events, while forming partnerships among a diverse population of artists and our neighbors.

This special FRANK:inFocus event is funded by a grant from UBS Financial.

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-11-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-11 18:00 - 21:00
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception!

Coffee with FRANK
2026-12-05 10:00 - 11:00
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Coffee & Pastries Provided

Join us for our monthly Coffee with FRANK series that invites you to slow down, sip a warm cup of coffee, and engage with the creative community at FRANK Gallery!

These events shift in format each month—ranging from artist talks and panel discussions to collaborative workshops and interactive experiences—offering fresh opportunities to connect with art, artists, and each other.

Whether you’re a longtime collector, a fellow artist, or someone simply curious about the creative process, Coffee with FRANK provides a welcoming space to explore ideas, build community, and spark meaningful conversations. Surrounded by contemporary art and energized by local voices, these events are designed to foster connection, inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for the arts in our daily lives.

Mark your calendar, stop by, grab a treat, and join the conversation!
