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Events
Friday, April 28
  • 4th Friday Connections with Shop Local Raleigh | Friday, Apr. 28 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Cheeni Indian Food Emporium, 1141 Falls River Ave., Raleigh | Free | Network in a relaxed atmosphere while supporting a local business during this monthly meet-up.
  • Chicago/Raleigh Improv Festival | Friday, April 28-Saturday, April 29 | Times vary | ComedyWorx, 3801 Hillsborough St., Raleigh | $15 | See long-form improv teams from the Windy City and City of Oaks perform.
  • 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.
Saturday, April 29
  • Lawn Art With Neighbors | Saturday, April 29-Sunday, May 7 | 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Raleigh Everywhere, Your St., Raleigh | 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.
  • Independent Bookstore Day | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh | Stop by the bookstore for giveaways, refreshments, exclusive items, activities, events, and more.
  • Viv’s Fridge Tasting Event | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 12:30-2 p.m. | Wine Authorities, 211 E. Franklin St., Raleigh | Free | Sample the meals sold in Viv’s Fridge before buying.
  • The Great Raleigh Cleanup Best Day Ever: Spring Fun-raiser | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 1-5 p.m. | Haven Farm, 8521 Buffalo Rd., Knightdale | $30-$2,500, | Enjoy music, food trucks, yoga, lawn games, a silent auction, and family friendly activities such as creating sustainable art and cuddling baby goats.
  • Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Festival | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 1-6 p.m. | The Chocolate Boutique, 8480 Honeycutt Rd., Raleigh | $40-$100 | This outdoor event will feature tastings, live music, vendors, and shopping in Lafayette Village.
Sunday, April 30
  • 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.
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A bright pink mocktail.

Try the Silver Glow mocktail at Umbrella Dry Bar.

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  • We’re pleased to announce that “Raleigh poets’ night out” by Anna Weaver is the winner of our 2023 poetry contest. Read the winning poem + the other finalists’ creations here.
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  • We’ll let you in on a little secret to exploring Raleigh... Try geocaching, a treasure hunt going on in our own backyards.
Real Estate

🏡 Rising rents have you down? Explore homes for sale in Cary’s West Park neighborhood.
Aerial photo of Fred G. Bond Metro Park in Cary, NC.
Fred G. Bond Metro Park in Cary is one of the largest municipal parks in Wake County (and less than a 10-minute drive from West Park). | Photo by @thebr0th
Located just east of Hwy. 55 in the heart of Cary, the West Park neighborhood boasts:
  • Charming homes
  • Tree-lined streets
  • A short commute to the RTP, Durham + Raleigh
If that piques your interest, we’re pretty sure you’ll join us in swooning over the stunning homes for sale.

Whether you’re finding your first home, the perfect place for your growing family, or heading into retirement, Erin Crispin is an expert at researching neighborhoods that fit your every need.*
Erin's here to help
Great Escapes

Our guide to Ogunquit, ME

Great Escapes: Our guide to Ogunquit, ME
Ogunquit Beach, Maine
We sea Ogunquit Beach. | Photo via SDtoday
Anyone who’s spent time living in the northeast knows you long for summer days spent relaxing by the frigid Atlantic Ocean. Few places capture that idyllic New England charm like Ogunquit, ME — with its miles of beaches, thriving arts scene + taste for seafood. It’s no wonder that this destination has been lauded as one of the best beach towns you’ve never heard of.
  • Why Go? The town celebrates its culture + history with festivals throughout the year. In early June, the town celebrates its LGBTQ+ community with Ogunquit Pride then dives into its history during BonAire! Locals enjoy holiday celebrations throughout each season like fall’s OgunquitFest, Christmas by the Sea, or Splash into Spring.
  • Explore: Walk along the Atlantic Ocean on Marginal Way, a 1.25-mile path with 39 benches and plenty of scenery.
  • Vrbo: Bring the family to this Cottage Street home and stay at this 3 BD, 1 BA home in the heart of Ogunquit Center that’s a 12-minute walk to the beach. (~$399/night)*
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Kids
  • Two words: free bowling. Sign up for Kids Bowl Free to connect with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling everyday this summer. Plus, grab a Family Pass + up to four adults can join in on the fun.
Drink
  • An electric wine opener is one of those inexpensive kitchen gadgets that you don’t know how you lived without once you get one. We especially love this one for its sleek design and ergonomic grip. To upgrade your wine even further, this set includes an automatic wine aerator and reusable vacuum stopper.
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