Prominent players

1. Goalkeeper Casey Murphy (USA)
2. Defender Emily Fox (USA)
3. Forward Kerolin Nicoli (Brazil)
4. Midfielder Denise O’Sullivan (Ireland)
5. Add Rikki Madsen (Denmark)
6. Mille Gejl (Denmark)

History of the team

• Three consecutive NWSL Shields
• The inaugural Women’s ICC Championship
• The 2018 and 2019 NWSL Championships

Can’t miss games

• Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC
• Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. vs. Portland Thorns
• Sunday, May 14 at 3 p.m. vs. OL Reign
• Saturday, May 20 at 7 p.m. vs. Angel City FC

• The Last Wednesday Show | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Transfer Co. Food Hall, 500 E. Davie St., Raleigh | Free | This monthly gathering is a fun collection of hilarious people, delicious food, local vendors, cocktails, and live music.
• Glowga + Live DJ | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 7:45 p.m. | Smoky Hollow, 415 N. Harrington St., Raleigh | $25 | This all-levels outdoor class will begin at sunset, and includes a Dose Elixir Bar Blue Beauty Spritz, glow paint, and glow sticks.

• Wine & Brew Walk | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 5-8 p.m. | Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary | $25 | Sip red, white, and sparkling wines plus craft beers as you stroll, shop, and support the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
• LIVE in The District | Thursday, April 27-Thursday, May 25 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Pl., Morrisville | Free | Every Thursday night through May 25, bring your lawn chairs + blanket and enjoy free performances at the LIVE in The District Music Series from 6:30–9 p.m., plus local food trucks and craft breweries.*

• Herbfest | Friday, April 28-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | Loading Dock Wake Forest, 525 S. White St., Wake Forest | Free | Head to the longest running herb festival in the US for gardening, home, cooking, and healthy lifestyle vendors, plus a huge selection of organic herbs, vegetable plants, and perennials.

• Lawn Art With Neighbors | Saturday, April 29-Sunday, May 7 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Raleigh | Free | Create any type of visual or performing art that can be displayed on your front lawn, balcony or any patch of grass; register to be included on the L.A.W.N. Raleigh viewing map.
• 9th Annual Historic Oberlin Village BBQ | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Parking Pad Under Advance Primary Care, 815 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh | $20 | Your ticket includes dinner from City Barbeque, live music, and a Historic Oberlin trolley tour.

• Flights & Bites: A Wine and Food Pairing | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 12-5 p.m. | The Wine Feed, 602 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | $30 | Delicious food from Brewery Bhavana will be perfectly paired with a wine flight.

• Last night, the Carolina Hurricanes lost 3-2 against the New York Islanders in Game 5 of Round 1 of the NHL Playoffs. But they’re still up in the series 3-2. The Canes will face the Islanders again in Game 6 this Friday, April 28 in New York. (The News & Observer)

• The City of Raleigh is considering the addition of two roundabouts at Delway Street and Person Street + Wake Forest Road and Automotive Way. Complete the online survey to give feedback on the $9 million project now through May 7. (WRAL)

• Rosé all May. The Willard Rooftop is offering rosé classes, tastings, and specials throughout next month. Sample rosés from around the world with a flight ($14), or learn how to make three cocktails with rosé ($50). See more upcoming specials + events.

• Visit Plant Delights Nursery + Juniper Level Botanic Garden for free for two weekends, beginning this Friday, April 28. During the Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days, visitors will be able to explore the grounds, join free garden chats, and eat at food trucks. No tickets are needed.

• Summer is approaching and so is firefly season. There are between 30-40 different species in NC, with many abundant in the Triangle. Check out these tips to help attract fireflies to your backyard. (The News & Observer)

• Korie Dean and Drew Jackson, two reporters at The News & Observer, tried all 40 milkshakes at Cook Out. From Banana Split to Red Cherry Cheesecake, they ranked every flavor from the NC-based fast-food chain in nine categories from best to... not the best.

• Mother’s Day is just over two weeks away. If you’re on the hunt for a local gift to give (minus the hours of searching), we recommend a gift card to The NOW Massage. Mom can pick from three different massages + eight enhancements (like a scalp renewal, calm balm, or prenatal glow).*

• National Pretzel Day — AKA the most important day of the year for Stanley Hudson from “The Office.” If you’ve got a hankering for one of these fluffy on the inside, crisp and perfectly salted on the outside snacks, celebrate with this at-home pretzel kit or this gourmet pretzel pack.

• Congratulations Nora R., the winner of our product survey! We hope you enjoy your $500 cash prize, and we thank you for providing your feedback. Responses from this survey are helping us improve our newsletter.