First, I just found out that NCCU jazz prof Robert Trowers is starting a 3-session "Straight No Chaser" monthly jazz listening session at the Stanford Warren Library at 1201 Fayetteville Street in Durham (http://durhamcountylibrary.org/location/warren/). Having listened to Trowers on Wedneday night's WNCU "Eagle Jazz" program, I'm planning to be there...
Second, as part of the Guide To Local Jazz class, the Gregg Gelb Quartet is at Sharp Nine at 7 Friday night. Go to www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2074447 for reservations.
Third, Juan Alamo combines the marimba (with its beautiful, unique sound) & jazz at Sharp Nine at 8p Saturday night. Pianist Stephen Anderson joins that combo.
Fourth, the new season of Doctor Who (on BBC America) competes with Juan Alamo. I plan to tape the good Doctor for Sunday viewing.