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• Russell Dickerson: She Likes It Tour | Friday, Feb. 24 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr., Raleigh | $25-$55 | See this country star perform songs like “Yours” and “Blue Tacoma.”
• Forbidden Broadway Greatest Hits | Friday, Feb. 24-Saturday, Feb. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Theatre In The Park, 107 Pullen Rd., Raleigh | $25-$31 | Enjoy this musical parody and tribute to some of theater’s greatest stars.

• Lobster Boil | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 12-4 p.m. | Raleigh Beer Garden, 614 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | $60-$110 | Nosh on a seafood boil with lobster tails, scallops, mussels, shrimp, corn, sausage, and red potatoes, and enjoy beer and live music.
• NC Vintage Bazaar | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 12-6 p.m. | Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh | $10-$15 | Shop thrifted treasures from 100+ vintage clothing vendors.
• Goth Night: Out of the Flood, In for Five | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Wicked Witch, 416 W. South St., Raleigh | $5-$10 | Listen to three different DJs spin tunes.

• Around The World | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 4-10 p.m. | Gastropub, 421 Fayetteville St., Raleigh | $85-$150 | Enjoy a seven-course plant-based dinner with wine pairings.
• Sunday Flow at Gizmo | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, 5907 Triangle Dr., Raleigh | $16 | This 60-minute yoga class is for all experience levels; relax after with a free brew.

• 72º | Cloudy | 10% chance of rain ☁️

• Rolley, a private designer showroom, is now open at 206 Fayetteville St. Schedule an appointment to shop for luxury brands like Gucci and Versace. 🛍️

• Due to potential rain this weekend, Flannels & Frost has been rescheduled to Sunday, Feb. 26. From 12-4 p.m., celebrate cold-weather games with hot beverages, sweet treats, vendors, and a chainsaw carving demo in Moore Square.

• Wake County is encouraging local high schoolers who are interested in pursuing a career in conservation to apply for a $575 scholarship to attend the 2023 Resource Conservation Workshop at NC State. Students will participate in hands-on, interactive studies Sunday, June 25-Friday, June 30. Apply by Friday, March 24.

• Black Public Media is calling all NC creatives to join its Black Media Story Summit on adult vaccine hesitancy in BIPOC communities on Friday, March 3. Creatives who attend the virtual conference will be eligible to submit a proposal and compete for up to $60,000 in funding for the production of short-form projects that promote vaccine equity. 🎥

• On Saturday, March 4, Transfer Co. Food Hall and local musician LesTheGenius are teaming up for Raleighwood Fest, the first installment of an annual concert. This year’s show will feature local hip-hop and R&B talents like Raleigh’s Ace Henderson. Purchase tickets ($15).

• Mark your calendar for a new date. Joy Worthy Co.’s anniversary paint splatter party has been postponed to Saturday, March 25. Get tickets ($65) to splatter a canvas with paint balls, water guns, brushes, and squirt bottles.

• Raleigh ranked No. 7 in the nation on Zumper’s list of The Best Places to Retire in 2023. The City of Oaks earned its spot based on factors like weather satisfaction, outdoor recreation, and air quality. ☀️

• The Triangle offers a wide-variety of professional and semi-professional sports teams. And we’re curious as to which local teams you, our readers, are following. Let us know who you’re rooting for (think: Carolina Hurricanes, NC Courage, NC State athletics, and Carolina Mudcats).

• Did you know? You can consult with a skincare expert without leaving the house. Synergy Face + Body’s estheticians are available for virtual consultations to help you find the personalized care routine your skin needs.*

• William Allen, Partner, Office Leasing + Alex Dunn, Broker, Office Leasing of Trinity Partners recently represented the landlord in the 22,544 sqft expansion of IXL Learning’s lease at 1600 Perimeter Park. The local commercial real estate firm also recently celebrated 25 years of business. Congratulations. 🎉 *

• This Princeton grad’s startup raised $161 million to help people plan for retirement — and its free tool can match you with up to three vetted financial advisors serving your area who can help you work towards financial freedom. Try it out for yourself.*

• 55°. That’s the optimal temperature for storing wine. So unless you enjoy keeping your humble abode chilled year round, we recommend buying a wine fridge to foster favorable conditions for long-term aging. Our pick: this sleek wine fridge with touch-panel control and capacity for 24 bottles. Cheers. 🍷 *

• Habitat for Humanity of Wake County uses donated equipment and furniture to build homes — whether you have leftovers from a project you didn’t complete or reusable supplies from a past remodel. Habitat for Humanity will also pick up pre-approved car donations.

• For tech like laptops, monitors, or smartphones, the Kramden Institute collects technology to refurbish and give to disadvantaged students throughout the state.

• Neighbor offers storage options listed by locals. Rent anything from an attic, a shed, a spare bedroom, and a garage to store your stuff. Bonus: You can also rent parking spots.