Set up a corporate volunteer day with The Great Raleigh Cleanup. | Photo by RALtoday
Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe youâre just in the giving spirit. All we know is there are more than enough great causesin Raleigh to give your time to. Whether youâre an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast â thereâs a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 30+ ways to get involved in the City of Oaks.
Dix Park Conservancy | Lend a hand at community events or participate in stewardship opportunities at one of Raleighâs largest parks.
Family Promise | Help families experiencing temporary homelessness achieve safe, affordable housing by assisting with maintenance projects and proving emergency shelter as a host.
If youâre an animal lover
PIPs Rescue | Support this rescue center that takes in dogs with special needs and urgent medical cases by fostering.
SPCA of Wake County | Sign up to help homeless animals feel loved by becoming a dog walker, assisting with grooming, and much more.
SAFE Haven for Cats | More of a feline friend? Donate your time by becoming part of the litter box team, fostering a kitten, or helping with events.
The artsy types
Artspace | Share your time + talents by assisting with event support and classes at this nonprofit visual arts center.
NCMA | Instill the love and appreciation of art in others by becoming a park guide or by leading workshops at this art museum with 168 acres of park and open spaces.
Artsplosure | Support art and culture by assisting with pre-festival or event day prep at events like Artsplosure + WRAL First Night.
Donât see anything that fits your interests? Check out VolunteerMatch â a resource that helps you find local volunteer opportunities suited to your preferences â or click the link below for more of our picks.
Haunted History Tour | Fri., Sept. 23 | 7-8:30 p.m. | 200 N. Blount St. | Free | Learn about the history of some of Raleighâs most important landmarks and hear spooky ghost story at each stop. đ»
iDKHOW | Fri., Sept. 23 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $30+ | Watch this alternative-rock duo perform with support from Joywave.
The Meanwhile Clock | Fri., Sept. 23 | 7-9 p.m. | NCMA | $10+ | Join this puppet parade extravaganza and watch as paper, cloth + cardboard transform into creatures and characters.
Saturday
Festa Italiana Raleigh | Sat., Sept. 24 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Tucker Street + N. Boylan Street | Free | Celebrate Italian culture and heritage with entertainment, food + beer trucks, cooking demonstrations, and more. đ
Octoberfest Makers Market | Sat., Sept. 24 | 4-7 p.m. | Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Dr. | Free | Shop from 20+ vendors and listen to tunes by the â80s band Police and Thieves. đïž
Yoga on the Patio | Sat., Sept. 24 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Brookside Bodega, 1000 Brookside Dr. | $10 | Participate in this engaging 90-minute yoga class â all ages and experience levels are welcome.
NC Courage vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC | Sat., Sept. 24 | WakeMed Soccer Park, 101 Soccer Park Dr., Cary | 7 p.m. | $20+ | Cheer on the Courage during the final home game of the regular season. ✠*
Sunday
Vinyl Night | Sun., Sept. 25 | 4-7 p.m. | Vault Craft Beer, 518 W. South St. | Free | Enjoy fresh vibes on the patio with DJ Deckades + bring your own vinyl to share. đ¶
The Day Party | Sun., Sept. 25 | 3-9 p.m. | Junction West, 310 S. West St. | Free | Join this mini festival featuring pop-up food collaborations, DJs, and vendors.
Fall Fest | Sun., Sept. 25 | 1-5 p.m. | Seven Saturdays Taproom, 1323 Capital Blvd. | Free | Enjoy 20+ vendors, games, beer, food from Bomb A$$ Sandwich Co., live music, and a raffle featuring two pairs of Canes tickets. đ
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Did you know? Your next order at your favorite fast food restaurant could be cooked by an AI-powered robot.
Thatâs because Ally Robotics created a programming-free robot that learns by watching humans to solve the $300 billion fast food industryâs biggest problem:the labor shortage.
Now, theyâre inviting Raleighites to invest in the growing business as these bots expand to other industries (think: construction and agriculture).
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City Council approved the Raleigh Depotrezoning on Tuesday. This will allow two 20-story mixed-use developments to be built at 327 W. Davie St. + 320 W. Cabarrus St. The developers must preserve the head house of the Depot as a condition of the agreement. đïž (Triangle Business Journal)
The Ark Royal Tiki Barannounced that its last day at its current location due to rezoning is Sat., Sept. 24. Turnbridge Equities purchased the parcels at 400 + 410 Glenwood Ave. â which also includes the Creamery â in March 2020 and is permitted to build up to 40-stories.
Travel
On Wednesday, all parking lots at RDUwere at 100% capacity, forcing the airport to reopen an additional park-and-ride lot. The Economy 4lot is now open on International Drive ($11 a day). đ (The News & Observer)
Coming Soon
Construction is underway at RBF â a champagne bar slated to open this fall in downtown Cary at 210 E. Chatham St. Visitors can expect champagne, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and charcuterie boards on the menu.
Drink
Black & White Coffee Roasters is hosting the Coffee Science Foundation, a nonprofit research group, for a collaborative consumer research eventtoday, Sept. 23-Sun., Sept. 25. Eligible guests will participate in a short coffee tasting exercise + receive a free bag of coffee. Find out if youâre eligible. â
Cause
Grab your bike and join the second annual Break the Cycle bike ride benefiting The Womenâs Center on Sun., Sept. 25. There will be a 30-mile ride, five-mile ride + a virtual ride. The event kicks off at 8:30 a.m. at 400 S. West St. and ends at Transfer Co. Food Hall with music, food, and drinks. Sign up.
Try This
Iris Coffee Lab is celebrating two years of operation with a birthday bash on Sat., Sept. 24. From 9 a.m.-2 p.m., sip on a specialty drink, snack on Benchwarmers Bagels, and stick around for a surprise. đ
Holiday
Sundown on Sunday marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year. People who observe this holiday typically enjoy apples and honey in hopes of having a sweet new year. It runs until the evening of Tues., Sept. 27. Shana Tova! (Thatâs Hebrew for âHave a good year!â)
Shop
Time to feel the fall breeze + enjoy the autumn leaves with the Fall For Your City Sale happening now on Six & Main, RALtodayâs online shop. Take 20% off the entire Fall For Your City Collection now through Sun., Sept. 25.
Community
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You donât need an eggs-cuse to brunch. | Photo by Alexa Moyer Brown
Brunch is always a good idea, especially for late risers + weekend warriors. Do you have a go-to brunch spot in Raleigh that youâreyearning to rave about? Let us know along with your favorite dishon the menu at the link below.
Editorâs pick: Iâm camping at Jordan Lake this weekend and since I have a tendency to be eaten alive by mosquitoes, I ordered some Murphyâs NaturalsLemon Eucalyptus Oil to keep the bugs at bay. Donât worry â Iâm also bringing a zip-lock bag + a few pennies so Iâm extra protected from pests. đïž
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