9 a.m.

• Start your morning off on the right foot with a short stroll around Fred Fletcher Park.
• After you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Hummingbird for a New Orleans-inspired brunch. Try this: Ricotta fritters and tomato pie.

11 a.m.

• Rent a scooter to hunt down 13 of our favorite Raleigh murals.
• Pop into CAM Raleigh to explore its recently reopened exhibits. Bonus: The museum is free to visit.

1 p.m.

• Snag a spot on MoJoe’s patio to grab an award-winning burger (ask for a side of MoJoe’s sauce).
• Walk down the street to play giant chess or a game of pool at The Avenue — dogs are encouraged.

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3 p.m.

• Find treasures at Cheshire Cat Antique Gallery, Trunkshow, or MODE Consignment.
• Browse through new and old vinyls at The Pour House Record Shop or Hunky Dory. Pro tip: Both locations have a bar.

5 p.m.

• Craving Italian? Dine at Vic’s Italian Restaurant in City Market or Vivo Ristorante in North Raleigh.
• Grab an after-dinner sweet treat from Mon Macaron.

7 p.m.

• Work on your swing at Dogwood Country Club — an indoor golf simulator spot with a bar.
• Catch a performance at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts or Lincoln Theatre.

9 p.m.

• Sip on craft cocktails in an intimate setting at Aunty Betty’s Gin & Absinthe Bar.
• End the day with a mocktail or boozy drink from Killjoy.

• Arts on the Hill | Tuesday, Nov. 8 | 5:30 p.m. | Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Dr., Raleigh | Free | Strengthen your community ties through films with NC roots and spoken word poetry — presented by Raleigh Film and Art Festival.
• Open Mic Night | Tuesday, Nov. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Goodnights Pop-Up Club, 511 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | Free | Test you comedic skills; the performance order is chosen by random lottery.

• Raleigh Job Fair | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hilton Raleigh North Hills, 3415 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh | Free | Meet and network with top hiring companies in Raleigh.

• Edmonton Oilers vs. Carolina Hurricanes | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 4 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $29-$399 | Watch the Canes take on the Oilers on home ice.

• Vintage Market Days of NC Triangle presents “Tis The Season” | Friday, Nov. 11 | 10 a.m. | NC State Fairground Jim Graham Building, 985 Youth Center Dr., Raleigh | $5-$25 | Shop at this upscale vintage-inspired indoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, home and seasonal decor, and yummy treats.

• Games on Glenwood Adventure Scavenger Hunt | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 3-4:30 p.m. | North Street Beer Station, 521 W. North St., Raleigh | $25 | Play ski ball and darts, and sharpen your bargaining skills as you traverse around Glenwood South.
• Joy Worthy Co. Grand Opening | Saturday, Nov. 12 | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | Free | Celebrate the opening of this local creative workshop host’s first storefront.

• Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 | Thursday, Nov. 17-Sunday, Nov. 20 | 2 p.m. | Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $25 | After listening to Beethoven’s masterpiece on and off for 36 years, Carolina Ballet Artistic Director Robert Weiss started choreographing his own classical ballet interpretation in the summer of 2012 — and it’s finally ready for the world to see.*

• Live entertainment from Ricardo Diquez & the Tropic Orchestra, the Platinum Sound Shaw University Marching Band, and the Triangle Sax Ensemble
• A free photo with Santa himself
• Local vendors and a night market (great way to support local this season)
• Food trucks, beer + wine
• And more

• 64º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain ☀️

• Last weekend, J. Lights opened its doors in Smoky Hollow for the first time. Pop in this week for snacks, sandwiches, or a cold drink and join the market and cafe for its grand opening on Friday, Nov. 11. 🥪

• The BBQ Lab at North Hills will officially open this Wednesday, Nov. 9. Due to staffing shortages, the barbecue spot will be open Wednesday-Sunday from 11 a.m. until food runs out. Bonus: Burnt ends will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

• Election Day for the 2022 statewide general election and the last day to turn in absentee ballots. The polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Find your polling place and sample ballot. Pro tip: Check out these local ballot items. 🗳️

• More than 2 million NC voters cast their ballots over 17 days during the early voting period. In Wake County, 248,402 (30.58%) of the 812,324 registered residents voted by either mail-in ballot or in-person voting, according to the NC State Board of Elections. (The News & Observer)

• Sign up to join Activate Good for its annual Family Volunteer Day on Saturday, Nov. 19 at Marbles Kids Museum. Families across the Triangle are invited to learn about local causes by serving together at kid-friendly project stations. Donations will be collected for children’s items like socks, underwear, and books.

• USA Today readers named Raleigh-based Funguys Brewing the Best New Brewery in the country. Fan-favorite brews include the fruited smoothie style sours. Breweries that opened within the past four years were eligible for nomination.

• Gobble gobble. Raleigh ranked No. 4 on WalletHub’s list of the Best Places to Go for Thanksgiving. Metrics included the cost of Thanksgiving dinner, volunteer opportunities, and traditions. Do you have Turkey Day traditions? Let us know. 🦃

• The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is rollin’ through three different Raleigh locations from Friday, Nov. 11 to Sunday, Nov. 13. The hot dog on wheels will be accepting donations for the Eastern NC Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. 🌭

• It’s time to blow out the candles. Lenovo’s ThinkPad is celebrating 30 trips around the sun — and nearly two decades in NC. Join the party and test your 90s knowledge with their new blast-from-the-past video.*

• Did you know there’s still time to share your Black Friday deals with our RALtoday readers? Promote your business with us by submitting a deal to be included in our Friday, Nov. 25 newsletter. Pricing varies by market + must be submitted by Wednesday, Nov. 16.

• If you want to glow like holiday lights this winter, we recommend a natural-looking spray tan from Oak City Sunless, which offers the service in the comfort of your home. Bonus: You can glow without risking the health of your skin. Book an appointment. ✨ *

• The latest star of a viral board trend: cream cheese. That’s right, cream cheese boards are the latest internet sensation. (Think: fig + honey or everything-but-the-bagel boards. Yes, please.) Pick your base to create your own.*

• On the heels of launching in 50+ markets across the country, Opendoor recently announced their expansion into two new cities (that just happen to be home to our sister markets): Charleston, SC + Richmond, VA. 🏡 *