I do not live in chapel hill, but It is my dream to go one day, as I love the music scene and it looks beautiful. This is my collection so far. Any suggestions? Thank you!
P.S. what is there to do in chapel hill? I want to know for when I go.
Yes - I know both are no longer in CH, but I regularly see people upset about how they aren’t. I’ve never liked Elmo’s and I tried Breadman’s a few months ago and wasn’t thrilled. Why do people like these types of places so much? They nickel and dime you for everything little thing - including substitutions, and the food is just ok.
I tend to not eat sweet for breakfast (no pancakes, waffles, crepes, etc), and prefer savory. My go to places are First Watch, Hope Valley Diner, and Waffle House (lol).
Hi Chapel Hill Reddit 👋
There's a section of forest near Jordan Lake that's being swallowed by invasive Chinese wisteria. If you haven't seen what it does, it runs across the ground in mats thick enough that nothing else grows, then climbs into the canopy and strangles mature trees until they snap and die. Even a 60 foot loblolly pine can be taken down by wisteria.
I'll be running volunteer days this weekend and next to remove these invasive vines and give the native trees a chance to grow. I figured I'd see if anyone here is interested. No experience needed, tools provided - but feel free to bring your own saws, pruners, or loppers if you like. Bring water, wear pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes. We cut vines and treat the cut stems with a targeted herbicide so they don't grow back.
You can sign up in just a few clicks here:
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It's outdoor work, it's pretty physical, but you'll see exactly what you accomplished before you leave.
Happy to answer questions about the site or the work.
Thanks for considering!
Thomas
My favorite band out of DC, Flowerbomb, is playing in Chapel Hill tomorrow night! They're playing at Local 506, joined by Ins Kino + Dreamscent.
All ages. Doors at 7:00, Music at 8:00.
Go get your eyebrows blown off! 🔥
Rock on!!! 🌷💣= 🎸🥁💥
I recall one of my favorite concerts from my youth was at the 506 on Franklin. There was a huge mural of a Chameleon painted on the building. I went there with my brother in 1991 or 92? Digital Underground was performing. They did their famous hits like dowhatchalike and the Humpty Dance. Shock G. came out as Earl Humpty Hump Humphries in a fur hat, fake nose and I believe a fur coat. They passed around boxes of fried chicken thew dollar bills in the air and passed around joints during the song Food Fight. It was one of the craziest shows i've seen. I can't find any record of this online. Tupac performed with them during this era and served as a roadie for the group although I have no recollection of him. He had not yet become famous. Was anyone else there??
Hi guys! I have a 7 year old norwegian forrest cat that i would love to take to the vet for checkups and any sickness. what’s the best veterinary in chapel hill? he’s very scared and skiddish of others and i need a place to make him feel comfortable.
2BR/1.5BA loft-style apartment available for sublease in Shadowood, Chapel Hill. About a 10-minute drive to UNC campus; NS/T bus lines run nearby.
Lease term: Mid-September – Mid-November 2026 (open to extending if it works out)
Rent: $1200/month for the whole unit — this is below market rate for the complex (other units here go for $1400+)
Details:
Entire 2-story loft unit, no roommates
Both bedrooms face south, good natural light, quiet
Comes furnished
Full bath upstairs (with tub), half bath downstairs
Kitchen has fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher
Community has a pool, gym, tennis courts, and free parking。The community also has a dog park.
Have a walkthrough video I can share (filmed before I moved in). DM me if interested, happy to answer questions.
Hello! I am relocating to the area and am working near St Thomas More and The NC Botanical Gardens. I’m wanting to be able to walk to that area, but housing is a little crazy.
I’m not a student, so I’d like to avoid paying a huge premium for living in this area. Are there neighborhoods folks recommend?
Edit: $1400-$2400 range; lower preferred, 2 cats 2 people, 2-3bedroom, 1-2 bath
Hey y'all!
I'm a student reporter with The Daily Tar Heel writing a story about Breadman's closing after being padlocked by the sheriff's office earlier this month. I want this piece to be about the community, not just the legal/eviction details.
If you have memories of Breadman's (like favorite orders, regulars you knew there, how long you'd been going, what it meant to you or your family), I'd love to hear more about via a quick phone chat.
If anyone worked there, knew the owners, or has thoughts on what should happen to the space next, I'd really appreciate hearing from you too.
Thanks in advance, and shoot me a comment or DM if interested!
Hi y'all, I've got a Honda with a recurring issue that seems to be electrical, but I'm not entirely sure. Any recommendations for a place to take it?
Anybody know why Alpha Pie was closed on sunday? We love the community dinner and have been going weekly sunday between 5-7. I went up there around 6 and it was all closed up.
Hello, i recently moved here at UNC and getting around to places is a hassle. Im looking to buy a used bike to get around to nearby places. Im new here and it feels very confusing to me where i can get one at a budget price. Can anyone give some leads? Or better yet, is anyone looking to sell theirs? I'd be really grateful for the help!
Hello! Would any residents be interested in a short interview about the newly approved affordable housing and fire station being built at the intersection of Weaver Dairy Road Ext. and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.?
anyone know a good hair salon in the chapel hill area? my long hair has been bugging me and i wanna get a layered bob
We have great South Asian options in the Triangle, but I swear these are the best samosas I've had in the area. They're made with the owner's grandmother's recipe.
Noise Issues
Property Maintenance
Summary: If you value peace, quiet, and cleanliness, do not move here.
Hello all! I am a student at UNC and didn’t get the lottery. I was wondering if anyone is willing to let me park my car on their driveway/curb for the semester, I am willing to pay a monthly price! If you’re interested, please feel free to DM me. Thanks!
This event will be a celebration of jam (the food kinds) and jam (the music kind) and is open to folks of all ages. More info can be found here -- tell your friends!
The restaurant that was in the building where the Franklin St Target is now. It was on the backside beside Ken's Kwike Mart. Around in the 80s and early 90s. Sold sandwiches and salads.
Bonus points for the name of the store selling gifts that was across the walkway.
EDIT: Thanks everyone. The answer is Looking Glass Cafe (not to be confused with the coffee shop that was in Carrboro where Lanza's is now). Swensen was on the front side of the building (as was Timeout). The gift store was T’Boli.
Anyone know a mobile mechanic in the area. I have a 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis and the fan will not turn on. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
