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10 local events to celebrate Women’s History Month
Three historical figures in women history.
The NC Museum of History is hosting women’s history exhibits and programs all throughout March. | Photo via NC Museum of History
Happy “Women’s History Month,” Raleigh. Add these 10 events and exhibits to your calendar to celebrate all month long.

All month
  • The Power of Women in Country Music | Monday, March 6-Saturday, April 1 | Times vary | The NC Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh | $0-$10 | Gawk at memorabilia from women trailblazers like Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain at this carefully curated exhibition by the GRAMMY Museum.
Tuesday, March 7
  • NC Women Milvets Summit 2023 | Tuesday, Mar. 7 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | McKimmon Center at NCSU, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh | Free | The NC Department of Military & Veteran Affairs is hosting this event offering a number of resources for women-service members, veterans, military spouses, and caregivers.
Wednesday, March 8
  • In Her Shoes - Lunch & Learn Panel Discussion | Wednesday, Mar. 8 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | City Club Raleigh, 150 Fayetteville St., Ste. 2800, Raleigh | $65 | On International Women’s Day, hear the women behind Dress for Success discuss the pivotal moments, unexpected twists and turns, and sisterhood that sustains them.
A photo of dresses from influential women in country music.

The Power of Women in Country Music exhibit features memorabilia from influential women in the country music industry. | Photo by RALtoday

Friday, March 10
  • The Soul II Soul Tour w/ Women’s Empowerment Expo | Friday, Mar. 10 | 4:30 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $59-$250 | Celebrate the influence of African-American women with panel discussions, shopping, and a concert.
  • Entrepreneurs & Poets | Friday, Mar. 10 | 6-10 p.m. | The Nest Raleigh, 414 Fayetteville St., 4th floor, Raleigh | $15-$60 | Shop vendors who support women in business, sip on specialty drinks, enjoy bites, and participate in or watch open mic performances.
Sunday, March 12
  • Speaking Broadly Brunch | Sunday, Mar. 12 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bridge Club, 105 W. Hargett St., Raleigh | $95 | Dana Cowin will discuss her podcast, “Speaking Broadly,” and enjoy bites by Ashley Christensen and some of the culinary leaders at AC Restaurants.
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Monday, March 6
  • Silent Book Club | Monday, Mar. 6 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Vault Craft Beer, 518 W. South St., Raleigh | Free | Anyone can join this group to read and enjoy a drink in companionable silence (there’s no assigned book).
  • Beer & Banjos: The Loblollies | Tuesday, Mar. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | The Raleigh Times Bar, 14 E. Hargett St., Raleigh | Free | Grab a beer from the bar and listen to bluegrass tunes.
Tuesday, March 7
  • Open Mic At Goodnights | Tuesday, March 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Goodnights Pop-Up Club, 511 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | Free | Test your comedic chops; the lineup is chosen by a random lottery.
Wednesday, March 8
  • Chocolate Truffles & Wine Tasting | Wednesday, Mar. 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $70 | Make truffles and sip on wine at this chef-led class.
Thursday, March 9
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Community
  • The City is looking for input on an initiative to update the infrastructure at North Tarboro Street between Oakwood Avenue and New Bern Avenue. City staff will be available to answer questions during open house sessions on March 8, 9, and 11 at the Tarboro Road Community Center. Learn more. 🌳
Civic
  • Gary Sims, a longtime Wake County Elections Director, will retire on May 31 after 34 years of government service. The board unanimously voted to appoint current Deputy Elections Director Olivia McCall to take over the position.
Arts
  • NCMA’s new exhibit by Michael Richards, “Are You Down?,” is now open. The exhibition features another version of the artist’s “Tar Baby vs. St. Sebastian” sculpture that is already on display, and recently conserved artworks from 1990 to 2000. The exhibit will be on display through July 23. 🖼️
Learn
  • Walter Magazine recently took a deep dive inside Matthew Brown’s Victorian estate in historic Oakwood. Learn about how the historian and longtime Raleighite transformed the home to showcase his collection of artifacts. 🏠
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Jessie Williams, CEO + Founder of Edge of Urge, is seen leaning against a bar at her store Unlikely Professionals with a saloon neon sign in the background.
Did you know that Unlikely Professionals also has a bar? | Photo provided by Jessie Williams
You thought we were done celebrating women? Not yet. International Women’s Day is coming up on Wednesday, March 8. Learn about some of the many influential women across the Triangle with these eight stories:
  • Ariana DeBose made history at the Oscars.
  • Georgia Tardy launched The Artist Lounge, a creative environment in downtown for local artists.
  • We caught up with Broadway star Lauren Kennedy Brady and previewed Theatre Raleigh’s upcoming season.
  • Lucy McInnis launched The Crowded Table Club, an event series designed to help women connect with each other.
  • Meg Paradise is opening Umbrella Dry Bar, Raleigh’s first dry bar.
  • Sommelier Paula de Pano opened her first shop and tasting room.
  • Preeti Waas’ Cheeni Indian Food Emporium won NC Restaurant of the Year.
  • Edge of Urge CEO Jessie Williams told us about her ideal day in Raleigh, her eccentric style, and local leaders she’s following.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Cat.

Editor’s pick: Last Friday, I posted up at Esteamed Coffee in Cary to get some work done while sipping on the signature “Esteamed” latte. This nonprofit coffee shop employs individuals with various disabilities and is worth the short drive from Raleigh. ☕

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