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• Watergate Exposed: Revisiting the National Scandal 50 Years Later | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | NC Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh | $4-$10 | Enjoy an educational evening with Gene Boyce and Rufus Edmisten to talk about Watergate.

• Whiskey Wednesdays | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 4-6 p.m. | Alley Twenty Six, 1000 Brookside Dr. Ste. 119, Raleigh | $5 | The team will be pouring Heaven’s Door Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

• Artspace Unplugged | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Artspace, 201 E. Davie St., Raleigh | $15-$20 | Art and music collide with a live performance by Diego Avilez.

• An Evening with NiiTO | Friday, Jan. 20 | 7-11 p.m. | Transfer Co. Food Hall Ballroom, 500 E. Davie St., Raleigh | $10-$12 | Get groovy with this band who blends a variety of genres including R&B, soul, pop, funk, and jazz.

• “Paint your Pet” - Paint and Sip | Saturday, Jan. 21 | 1-3 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $65 | Create a piece of art that you will cherish at this step-by-step class.

• 56º | Showers | 58% chance of rain ☔

• Know someone who is struggling with food insecurity? The Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC is providing no cost food distribution pop-up markets across the Triangle. View the schedule.

• Locals Seafood is hosting its first oyster roast of the year at The Longleaf Hotel on Sunday, Jan. 22. Celebrate the hotel’s third anniversary from 2 to 5 p.m. with steamed oysters shucked by you, a DJ, and drink specials. Locals will provide sauces, knives, and towels. Tickets are not required. 🦪

• Speaking of mollusks... there are still a few more months to bask in the salty oyster season. Check out local chef recommendations on what oysters to look out for around the City of Oaks.

• Attention small business owners. Join Hartwell Raleigh and small but mighty co. for a swap and sale on Saturday, Jan. 21. From 12 to 4 p.m., shop from a variety of vendors and items that you may need for your small business — think: displays, products, and supplies — or swap merchandise with other makers.

• Show off your disc golf skills on Friday, Jan. 27 at Forest Ridge Park’s newly-developed 18-hole course during the Throw It Forward Disc Golf Tournament. Proceeds for this inaugural competition will go to the Play it Forward Program. Prizes for each division will be awarded. Sign up ($25) 🥏

• West Street Dog, an indoor off-leash dog park, expanded its hours. The park is now open Monday-Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 2-9 p.m.; and Sunday, 2-7 p.m. Bonus: The pup hangout also brought back small dog — 20 lbs or less — playtime every other Sunday from 12 to 2 p.m.

• Did you know? It’s recommended to change your skincare routine with the seasons. Synergy Face + Body offers a variety of skincare products like cleansers, creams, serums + more. Not sure where to start? Request a consultation.*

• Looking to add some new dinner recipes to your 2023 rotation? We’re bookmarking this sesame chicken stir fry, this citrus salmon, and this slow-cooked pork roast. 🍳*

• Are your investments working hard enough for you? Richardson Private Wealth Advisors is hosting a complimentary session on Wednesday, Jan. 25 to teach seven fundamental components of smart investing that can be applied during volatile periods and when markets are stable. Email to reserve your spot. 💸 *

• Did you know rats and mice are some of the most common rodents to infiltrate your house? Several litters can turn into hundreds of rodents in your home. (No, thank you.) It doesn’t matter if it’s a new construction or a historic landmark, they can find a way in. If you run into one of these critters, call the pros at Trutech Wildlife Service for a free inspection. 🐭*