Holiday Afternoon with FRANK
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Cookies and Hot Chocolate Provided

Join us for a festive afternoon at FRANK Gallery! Bring the whole family for cookies, hot chocolate, and hands-on holiday art projects. It’s the perfect way to kick off the season together.

Co-hosted with our friends at Shenandoah Realty at Compass Realty.

Second Friday Art Walk
2025-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us for the final Second Friday of the year! Celebrate the incredible work of our artists, check a few people off your holiday shopping list, and toast to a wonderful 2025 at FRANK.

Opening Reception
2026-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Enjoy some of the best regional art at our January-February exhibit opening reception! Have some complimentary wine and cheese as you explore a stunning collection of artwork and meet the brilliant featured artists Bill McAllister, Carroll Lassiter, and Ley Killeya. Engage in conversation, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee and Conversation With Bill McAllister and Carroll Lassiter
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Coffee & Donuts 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’s event features a panel discussion with featured artists Bill McAllister and Carroll Lassiter, facilitated by Luna Lee Ray. Plus, Bill will demonstrate how pinhole cameras work and explain how he uses them in his craft.

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 donut, and join the conversation!

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception! Join us as we celebrate our current exhibition featuring the work of member artists Carroll Lassiter, Bill McAllister, and Ley Killeya.

Opening Reception
2026-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Enjoy excellent regional art at our February-April exhibit opening reception! Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you explore a stunning collection of artwork by featured artists Luna Lee Ray and Gordon Jameson, and guest artist Ronan Peterson. Engage in conversation with the artists, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee and Artist Talks: Luna Lee Ray and Gordon Jameson
2026-03-07 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Coffee with FRANKMonthly Community Event at FRANK GalleryFree | Coffee & Donuts 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, we’ll hear from featured artists Luna Lee Ray and Gordon Jameson!

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 donut, and join the conversation!

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception! Join us as we celebrate our current exhibition featuring the work of artists Luna Lee Ray, Gordon Jameson, and Ronan Peterson.

Collage Workshop With Theresa P-Tan
2026-03-28 10:00 - 11:30 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Thank you for your interest. This event is now full. Please check back for our next workshop!

Explore collage as a flexible, low-pressure creative practice. Led by Theresa P-Tan, this free workshop introduces collage techniques through guided prompts and open work time.

This event is suitable for beginners and anyone looking to loosen up and work intuitively with paper. All materials are provided; you’re welcome to bring personal papers, photos, or ephemera you’d like to incorporate.

Refreshments and supplies will be provided.

Opening Reception
2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Explore excellent regional art at our April-May exhibit opening reception!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you browse a stunning collection of artwork by member artists Amy Deystone, Susan Finer, and Susan Paulsen, as well as guest artists Jane Filer, Selden Lamoureux, and Gadisse Lee. Engage in conversation with the artists, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee and Conversation with Deystone, Paulsen, and Lamoureux
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Please note that the Tarheel 10-Miler is the same morning in Chapel Hill, and road closures may affect your travel to the gallery.

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’s event will be a panel discussion with featured ceramicists Amy Deystone and Selden Lamoureux and oil painter Susan Paulsen, facilitated by Luna Lee Ray.

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

Free Card-Making
2026-05-02 11:00 - 2026-05-03 16:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Searching for a card for a loved one’s graduation, Mother’s Day, or just because?

Stop by FRANK Gallery the first weekend in May to make your own for free, and shop our curated collection for the perfect gift to go with it.Materials provided. All ages welcome!

Visit us during our regular hours: Saturday 11 am to 7 pm or Sunday noon to 4 pm

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-05-08 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception! Join us as we celebrate our current exhibition featuring the work of member artists Amy Deystone, Susan Finer, and Susan Paulsen, as well as guest artists Jane Filer, Selden Lamoureux, and Gadisse Lee.

Opening Reception
2026-05-22 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Explore excellent regional art at our May-June exhibit opening reception!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you browse a stunning collection of artwork by member artists Peg Bachenheimer, Elijah Kell, and Carol Retsch-Bogart, as well as guest artists Sasha Bakaric and Clarke Munford. Engage in conversation with the artists, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee with FRANK
2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 | 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’s event will be a panel discussion with featured artists Peg Bachenheimer (encaustic, oil, and acrylic paint), Elijah Kell (glass), and Carol Retsch-Bogart (collage), facilitated by Luna Lee Ray.

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.

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

The Artistic Palate: An Event for the Senses
2026-06-07 17:00 - 19:30 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Ticket waitlist request

SOLD OUT

Our fan-favorite event is back for a third year!

Experience a curated and creative culinary journey through FRANK Gallery. Don’t just look at the art, interact with it using ALL of your senses.

SEE art from our FIVE featured artists: Peg Bachenheimer, Elijah Kell, Carol Retsch-Bogart, Sasha Bakaric, and Clarke Munford.

SMELL and TASTE creative and delicious plates, as Chef Jacob Boehm of Snappea Creative Dining responds to each of the artists with his own culinary palate. HEAR poetry from Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett and art-inspired music from the Assemblage Trio: Howard Shertzer, Ellen Shertzer, and Ellen Horner. A trio of clarinet, saxophone, and cello, this group provides a unique combination of instruments not usually found together. TOUCH the art? Yes, we have some pieces that you can experience through touch. You can’t do this in a museum … but you can at FRANK! Only on Sunday, June 7 at 5 PM.

Tickets are $175 for the dinner, including wine/sparkling water and this unique Feast for the Senses.

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-11-13 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception!

Opening Reception
2026-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Explore excellent regional art at the opening reception for our June-August exhibit and Second Annual Scapes Show!

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you browse a stunning collection of artwork by member artists Natalie Boorman and Nerys Levy, as well as FRANK Emerging Artist Lah Boh and our Youth Art Group. Engage in conversation with the artists, get inspired, and celebrate creativity in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Coffee with FRANK
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | 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’s event will be a panel discussion with featured artists Natalie Boorman (ceramics), Nerys Levy (on-site paintings), and Lah Boh (mixed media), facilitated by Peter Filene.

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!

Pit-Fired Pinch Pot Workshop with Natalie Boorman
2026-07-18 10:00 - 2026-08-01 10:00 | Hickory Grove Center for Art and Counseling, 1308 Broadwell Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27516, United States
Thank you for your interest. Registration for this workshop is now closed.

Hone your pinch pot skills in this intimate two-day workshop. Hosted by ceramicist Natalie Boorman at her studio. Materials included.

Day 1: July 18th, 10 am – 12 pm

On the first day, Natalie will teach you how to make pinch pots.

Day 2: August 1st , 10 am – 12 pm

Once pots are dry, you’ll pit-fire your pieces with Natalie’s guidance.

Final piece pick-up: August 2nd at 2 pm

About the Artist: Natalie Boorman has worked with clay for the past 40 years, creating hand-built vessels using the pinch pot method. She finishes her vessels by burnishing, bisque firing in an electric kiln, and then either firing them in a pit or a raku kiln, both variations of what’s known as smoke firing.

Second Friday Art Walk
2026-08-14 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception.

This month, explore our June-August Featured Artists exhibit and Second Annual Scapes Show!

Opening Reception
2026-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Explore excellent regional art at the opening reception for our August-September exhibit and our show Recognition: Contemporary Lumbee Art.

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese as you browse a stunning collection of artwork by member artist R. Scott Horner, FRANK Emerging Artist Julia Nagle, and guest artist Ivana Beck, as well as a special show featuring work by contemporary Lumbee artists.

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

Coffee with FRANK
2026-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | 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 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
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 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
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 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
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.

Silent Auction

In addition to the incredible artwork, this year’s Gala will feature an exciting and robust silent auction with an amazing selection of items, including gift cards to your favorite local businesses, fabulous vacation rentals, unique experiences, and more!We will be using Biding Owl, so grab your login today! There’s sure to be something for everyone—and every bid helps support FRANK Gallery.

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 (more images coming as available).

R. Scott Horner, Collision of Space, acrylic on canvas, 40″ x 30″

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Coffee with FRANK
2026-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | 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 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 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
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.
