Local Learning and Cultural Events in May

Details on two events in the near future that you may find interesting!


14 May, 2025

Join the SLNC Government & Heritage Library for a Personal Digital Archiving Webinar!

When: on Wednesday, May 14th at 10 AM via Zoom. 

This webinar will explore the concept of Personal Digital Archiving (PDA), offering insights into the affordable and efficient practices, tools, and techniques for preserving your digital files. Learn how to organize and save digital files such as emails, photographs, videos, family histories, and more!

A Q&A session with the GHL Digital Projects Librarian will follow the presentation.

Details:

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 10:00 - 11:00 am

Registration is required, and the webinar will be recorded and posted on the SLNC YouTube channel. This event is free and open to the public.

Register here  - for Personal Digital Archiving Webinar

Questions: GHL.info@ncdcr.gov



18 May, 2025

Ribbon Cutting for Ivey-Ellington Historic Home in Cary

In-person event: May 18 from 1:30 - 4 p.m. (308 S. Academy Street, Cary).  

After a two-year restoration, the Ivey-Ellington House is celebrating new life. A ribbon cutting and open house event will be held for this rare Wake County example of Gothic Revival cottage architecture. 

 

Join us for tours of the house, photo opportunities, and information booths featuring the Friends of the Page-Walker, Cary's Historical Society and the Town of Cary Historic Preservation Commission. Light refreshments will be served. 

 

Questions Contact - Laura Aldag, Corresponding Secretary, Friends of the Page-Walker Historical Society