A subreddit for the city (and county) of Durham, North Carolina.

im looking for some resources while im here with my family:

• sound healing or sound bath
• massage
• kirtan
• meditation center that offers childcare

thank you!

Costco in Durham is without toilet paper and paper towels. No water either.

I'm sure many of you all are tired of seeing GoFundMe links pouring out of Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, so I appreciate anyone taking the time to check this out!

The RAD Farmer's Market in Asheville was taken by the flood waters of Helene. It was a great market that worked for the community, our local agriculture in the forefront of their mission, and they supported their community through many efforts including allowing the use of foodstamps and even providing extra food and funds to those who needed it.

If you're able, please check out their GoFundMe or their Instagram for more information:

https://gofund.me/6cb06bb6

https://www.instagram.com/radfarmersmarket?igsh=MTdtOHBvamE5cW14Zg==

https://www.radfarmersmarket.com/

For context: I am not associated with the market and won't benefit from this at all. I'm just someone trying to get the word around that used to live in Asheville and still has folks out there.

Questions about giving birth at UNC Women’s Hospital or Duke Regional. I will also reach out to the providers but wanted to see if anyone had firsthand experience with these things at either hospital.

-Does Duke Regional provide nitrous oxide/ laughing gas for pain management?

-Does UNC have cordless fetal monitoring? What about intermittent fetal monitoring?

-Does either hospital require you to have an IV pole or can you have a saline/hep lock, etc., placed instead?

Thanks in advance or any info!

Hey everyone, I was at the Durham station yesterday evening trying to catch the 11B back home. The sign showed 11B departing, but the only bus there was marked as just the 11. I got on, and when I asked the driver, she said it was 11B. I pointed out the bus said 11, but she didn't seem to get what I was saying, so I just let it go.

Does anyone know if this is a mistake or if there's some merging of the two lines? I know the routes overlap, but if you're specifically looking for the 11B, do you just take the 11?

Would appreciate any insights!

Hey if anyone was driving a black Subaru SUV at rock quarry park this morning and had some minor damage done to front bumper let me know. I was reversing and didn't see your SUV. When I looked back I didn't see our cars touching (they were pretty close though) and I didn't see any damage done to your vehicle at the time.

I apologize for the damage if any was done. Let me know if anything further needs to be done.

It sounds like there’s a ton of donations going out west to help with the recovery efforts. Are there any evacuated families in the area that need help? Are there any charities in the area organizing that kind of aid?

There is someone in my neighborhood who has a problem with me walking my kid in a stroller in the street. Obviously I don’t want to put my kid in danger, but our neighborhood only has sidewalks on maybe 35% of the streets. And those sidewalks are bumpy and uneven, not ideal for walking a baby.

It’s a secluded neighborhood, with no through traffic. The streets are very wide.

This morning, a woman purposely failed to give me and the stroller (my baby) what I feel is enough space as she drove by. There was no other traffic, and I was practically walking in the gutter - so she had ample space to give me space. Instead, she went by me, eyes locked on me, with a devilish look on her face, mouthing something only she could hear.

I’m looking through the Durham code of ordinances, but honestly I just don’t have all day to read about the law - I just want to know if there is any law or ordinance that protects pedestrians in a neighborhood. In case this is an on-going situation, I’d like to brainstorm a plan - or at least know that I’m not doing something wrong.

We are excited to have community members join us again at the North Durham Farmers' Market today, October 5th, from 12 noon to 4pm at Soul Sanctuary (1016 Old Oxford Rd, Durham NC 27704)

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In addition to your favorite market treats and vendors with fall veggies and crafts we have 4 guest vendors joining us this week.

We will be helping support Charlie Oak of u/wilderkin.beekeeping, a beekeeper displaced from Asheville's River Arts District Farmers Market. They keep honeybees in Fairview and Asheville, NC. Charlie is the sole worker and owner in their small business, so we hope you will come take advantage of this unique opportunity to taste honey local to the Blue Ridge mountains while also supporting a displaced vendor's livelihood.  Here's how they describe their two offerings:

"Sourwood honey is a gentle, subtle flavored honey, reminiscent of a summer love affair or sweet summer sunshine next to a waterfall. Tastes kind of like caramel or butterscotch. Doesn’t crystallize for about 2 years.

My Wild Forest Honey is just that, honey from our wild forest. It’s a dark, bold honey, filled with minerals and antioxidants. It’s predominantly tree honeys, with main nectar sources coming from the Black Locust tree and the Tulip Poplar tree. This honey also has wild blackberry and a multitude of other minor nectar sources. This honey is sweet up front, from the wild blackberry and tastes like figs or raisins at the end, from the Tulip poplar. It’s a bit thicker/chewier from the black locust tree."

We are also excited to have @sweetlyrootedbytasala join us again with this week's specials of her amazing variety of granola mixes and pumpkin scones.

 @montwoodcoffee joins us for the first time with their yummy coffeeshop experience in a cart!

So glad to have @thetravelpenguin return to grace us with stories, images, and jewelry from around the globe.

Lastly, if you still haven't dropped off Helene recovery items at other distribution points we will be collecting material items today and getting them to organizations with boots on the ground in Western North Carolina.  We are lifting up the gofundme of @radfarmersmarket as they work to re-open their market after the devastation of the River Arts District in Asheville.

Helena Cragg
market@soul-sanctuary.org, 919-868-6208

Just passed a Ferris wheel and fair rides on 85 near North gate mall. What’s going on?

Everyday my neighbor has her 2 small chihuahuas out off leash. She lets them run in the street while barking and chasing other dogs. I have a larger breed dog so I just try to avoid them but it’s hard when her yard isn’t fenced in and she can’t control them. I don’t understand careless dog owners. What do I do to protect my dog?

I thought that was a Richmond thing?

Anyone recommend local dealers that sell bullion in the Durham/Raleigh area? I like to support local spots before going online.

Hi!

I’m iso a service that offers 30-60 minute drop in dog walking services! Sometimes it’s not worth paying for a full day of daycare for only a few hours. Bull City Pet Sitting denied my request, so I am looking for other (insured) options. Thanks!

Hi Everyone! I am currently conducting an online study for my dissertation, and we are looking for **North Carolina-**based participants! We are currently recruiting for a study on individuals’ perspectives on having children in the future, based on their life experiences, social, and demographic characteristics. We are interested in all perspectives, including if you do not want children, or you are unsure.

Study Eligibility

If you meet the following criteria, we invite you to share your thoughts with our team in an online questionnaire:

• Reside in North Carolina
• Speak, read, and write English
• Are between the ages of 25 and 35 years old
• Do not currently have children you care for
• Have female reproductive anatomy (All gender identities that this may apply to are welcome to participate)

Study Requirements

This study will require eligible participants to take one (1) online questionnaire using their personal computer or mobile device, which will take approximately thirty minutes using the platform Qualtrics. The questionnaire will include questions on your background, life experiences, relationships, reproductive health, and perceptions on future childbearing. After submitting the questionnaire, participants may enter a raffle for one of fifty $20.00 Amazon gift cards.If you would like the link to participate or have any questions, please contact via email: thefeelstudy24@gmail.com

Free event, please RSVP at https://bit.ly/3BEybss

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This is a Free event, but we ask that you RSVP at https://bit.ly/3BEybss

Need to buy bulk ethenol free gas to take west, where is the best or cheapest place in Durham to pick some up?

Very unsettling having to walk past these 2 dogs as they both followed me on my way to work today.

There's a Mark Robinson rally tomorrow. There's a lot of easy taunts for a poster but I can't think of any good/funny ones. I'd love any ideas! *To be clear, ideas for an ANTI Mark Robinson poster!!*

Greetings. For the ADHD adults out there... please share any info on activity/social groups for ADHD adults in the Durham area. I found one on Meetup, but it has not had any activities since May. It would be nice to find a support/activity group. You know, some crazy to match the crazy :) Thanks.