Talk

• Courageous Conversations | Fri., June 11 | 7–8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Engage in an important conversation with the transgender community + the LGBT Center of Raleigh.
• Juneteenth with Artist Beth P. Leigh | Fri., June 11 | 6–7:30 p.m. | 219 South East St. | Free | The artist will walk listeners through her art piece, the history of Juneteenth, and the importance of Black Art + community.

Show

• Acoustic Nights in The District | Fri., June 11 | 6–9 p.m. | 3400 Village Market Pl. | Free | Enjoy live music while dining out or shopping at your favorite restaurants + stores.
• Open Mic Comedy | Fri., June 11 | 7–9 p.m. | Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway St. | Free | Grab a seat outside for a good laugh from co-hosts Rob Schneider + Ashley Preston.

Biz

• C-Suite Perspectives | Fri., June 11 | 9–10:30 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Dr. Jo Allen explains her own personal success story + teaches attendees how to achieve leadership roles.

Saturday

• NC Hops Festival | Sat., June 12 | 12–9 p.m. | Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. | $10+ | Sample NC craft beverages while enjoying live music, food trucks + local goods. 🍺
• Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival | Sat., June 12 | 5–12 p.m. | 1141 Falls River Ave., Suite 114 | Free | Grab a beer, bourbon or both + enjoy the Lawrence and Perry BBQ Food Truck. 

Sunday

• MAKRS Market | Sun., June 13 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | 305 Church at N. Hills St. | Free | Join the MAKRS Society and over 35 vendors for goods, food trucks + music.
• Young People's Concert Matinee: Cirque de la Symphonie | Sun., June 13 | 3 p.m. | Virtual | $21.46 | The NC Symphony presents breath-taking acrobatics paired with an instrumental masterpiece.
• Shmack'n Sunday Brunch | Sun., June 13 | 12–4 p.m. | Gatsby’s Bar Raleigh, 6109 Maddry Oaks Ct. | $44+ | Follow the Shmack'n Plates food truck for great food and all-day drink + mimosa specials. 

Weather

• 86º | Thunderstorms | 80% chance of rain ⛈

Civic

• The city announced 3 possible candidates for police chief following the retirement of Cassandra Deck Brown. Among 31 applicants were Robert Lowe, Darryl McSwain + Estella Patterson, each with long-standing careers in the field. 🚔 (The News & Observer)

Biz

• Raleigh-based startup Low Impact Technologies USA, Inc. raised more than $2.5 million in equity. They plan to use the funds to acquire an Australian company + build a facility in the town of Fletcher, bringing 60 jobs to the state. (TechWire)
• Local engineering firm, McKim & Creed, recently purchased GSA Consulting Engineers Inc., located in Louisiana. With GSA's strong presence on the Gulf Coast, CEO Steve Smith hopes to expand his 600-person company. (Triangle Business Journal)

WaterCooler

• Following a head injury obtained in a game last week, Durham Bulls pitcher, Tyler Zombro, was released from Duke Hospital. The player underwent brain surgery + is recovering as an outpatient in stable condition. We’re wishing Tyler a speedy recovery. 💙(The News & Observer)

Arts

• The City of Raleigh is encouraging local artists to submit artwork for display on Fayetteville St. — 9 artists will be chosen. The deadline for application is Mon., June 21 at 10 a.m. Each will receive $500. 🎨

Dish

• On Mon., June 14, 15 chefs from the Triangle will compete in the preliminary round of this year’s NCRLA Chef Showdown — including Kevin Ruiz with The Rockford + Mark Mishalanie with The Honeysuckle at Lakewood. The winning chefs advance to the People's Choice honors on Mon. Aug 9. 🍽

Cause

• Participate in a Pets 2 The Rescue virtual run, walk, or bike event in support of local animal shelters. Individuals can choose a participating shelter, including SAFE Haven for Cats, and pick between 4 different challenges. Registration closes Wed., June 30. 🐾
• Papa Murphy’s is partnering with UNC Children's Hospital to raise money for the facility. June 21-27, all 8 Triangle-area locations will be donating 33% of sales to benefit the organization. Find a location by you here. 🍕

TheBuy

• Oak City CRE has released a new Raleigh Progress Flag sticker, printed locally by Riot Stickers — 51% of proceeds will go to the LGBT Center of Raleigh.

PlanAhead

• This July, head over to Dorothea Dix Park for their annual sunflower field — located near the soccer fields, you can't miss them. This local spot, which attracts thousands of visitors every summer, will be open 7 days a week + flowers will bloom from mid-late July. 🌻

State

• Gov. Cooper has launched a new lottery to incentivize people to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Beginning June 23–Aug. 4, there will be 4 drawings of $1 million. Vaccinated individuals 18+ will automatically be entered to win + those ages 12-17 who have received at least 1 shot will be entered to win $125,000 in college scholarships. 💸
• Gov. Roy Cooper recently unveiled his plans for developing offshore wind energy — making NC the eighth state with an offshore target. The newest goals include 2.8 gigawatts of energy by 2030 and 8 by 2040. Development is said to bring new jobs to NC for decades. (The News & Observer)

Award

• Love RALtoday? Be sure to vote for us for best Twitter, Instagram, Facebook + website in INDY Week’s Best of the Triangle 2021. Voting ends Sun., June 13. 🏆

Job

• We’re hiring (again). 6AM City is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist / HR Generalist who is passionate about building teams that go on to accomplish incredible things. This position is remote (read: work from anywhere). Details + apply.

Drink

• Stop feeling intimidated by long, confusing wine lists. Bright Cellars helps vino-lovers level up their wine game, using a 7-question taste quiz to deliver a box of customized wines based on consumers’ unique, individual palates. Plus, they teach you about each bottle you receive. 🍷 Ⓟ