Let’s hope for many more of these reactions. | Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images/Carolina Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes are moving on to Round 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, making it to the Eastern Conference finals for the fifth time in franchise history. The Canes are two rounds away from securing their second Stanley Cup.
After a thrilling overtime performance in Round 2, Game 5 on Thursday, May 11, the Hurricanes took the best-of-seven series 4-1 over the New Jersey Devils at PNC Arena.
Our home team has made it to the postseason eight times in the past 21 years, appearing in the Stanley Cup Finals in 2002 and 2006. The Canes have secured the cup once, in 2006 against the Edmonton Oilers.
Next up: After a staggering season plagued with injuries, the Canes will face the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in postseason history. The winner of the best-of-seven set will move on to the championship.
Looking for somewhere to watch the game? Carolina Ale House is the official watch party headquarters for the Canes.
Asked
How long have you been aCaniac?
A. Since the Canes relocated to Raleigh in 1997. B. After the 2005-2006 Stanley Cup victory. C. More recently, over the last few years. D. My loyalty lies somewhere else. E. I don’t follow hockey, but go Canes.
Monday Night Trivia | Monday, May 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | West Street Dog, N. West St., Ste. 110, Raleigh | Free | Trivia in a room full of furry friends makes for the perfect start to the week; the dog park entry fee will be half off.
Tuesday, May 16
Brews and Bikes | Tuesday, May 16 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Exchange and Market Plaza, 219 Fayetteville St., Raleigh | Free | Take advantage of complimentary bike tuneups, snag a coupon for free Left Hook coffee, and enjoy tasty treats.
Sabrina Carpenter | Tuesday, May 16 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr., Raleigh | $110 | Watch this pop artist perform on the Emails I Can’t Send Tour.
Pork and Corks: Raleigh Wine Class | Tuesday, May 16 | 7:15-8:45 p.m. | The Wine Feed, 602 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | $40 | Midwood Smokehouse will provide three styles of sliders (pork, chicken, and brisket) paired with four different wines.
Wednesday, May 17
Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand | Wednesday, May 17 | 4-7 p.m. | Raleigh City Farm, 800 N. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | Purchase produce like basil, cabbage, collards, okra, peppers, and tomatoes from this neighborhood farm.
Thursday, May 18
Liberation Station Bookstore Fundraiser | Thursday, May 18 | 6:30 p.m. | CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin St., Raleigh | $100 | Guests will enjoy tea and dessert from Ora Teahouse + Bakery, eat cotton candy by Wonderpuff, and receive an autographed copy of “The Museum Lives in Me.”
LIVE in The District | Thursday, May 18-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.*
Friday, May 19
Got to Be NC Festival | Friday, May 19-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy this agricultural-related fair with animals, educational opportunities, food, games, and rides.
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Hightop Burger, a traveling smash burger joint, is popping up at Virgil’s this spring. The spot will be testing its new venture called Half Day, a breakfast sandwich shop, along with serving its specialty burgers. Virgil’s will continue operating its normal hours.
Festival
The 12th annual Raleigh Blues Festival will return to Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on September 29. The musical night will feature five blues musicians like King George and Pokey Bear. Tickets start at $59 and go on sale Friday, May 19 at 10 a.m.
Plan Ahead
Sarah P. Duke Gardens’ Music In The Gardens will return every Wednesday from June 7 through July 5. The free concert series features music on the lawn + food and water for purchase from The Palace International and Scoop Local. Pro tip: Bring lawn chairs, picnic foods, and blankets.
Ranked
Raleigh ranked No. 5 on The Business Journals’ list of the top cities for tech. The list outlines 10 cities where tech represents the largest percentage of the local economy.
Travel
It’s time for a vacay, Raleigh. Take your pick from luxurious escapes to tranquil retreats and everything in between when you book a stay in Greenville, SC. Explore your options.*
Eat
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Trinity Academy is hiring a part-time Lower School Music Teacher for Transitional Kindergarten-first grade. The Music Teacher is an important part of supporting the school’s established music program, which incorporates musical instruction and enjoyment for TK-6th grade students. Learn more + apply.*
Development
🏗️ Horseshoe tops out at Hub RTP
Research Triangle Park’s new downtown
A crane hoisted a beam in the air for the topping out ceremony. | Photo by RALtoday
Horseshoe, the first building in the works at Hub RTP, topped out last Friday, May 12.
The U-shaped trio of buildings by White Point broke ground in October 2022 and is slated for completion in 2024. The five-story building at its center will house offices over ground-floor retail, while the two adjacent buildings will have additional retail space.
Horseshoe’s first office tenant is cybersecurity startup Data443.
With features like splash pads, green spaces, trail connections, and public art, Horseshoe will function as a centralized meeting place within the district.
Click the button below to learn about the $1.5 billionHub RTP project.
I spent Mother’s Day weekend in Charlotte. While walking my dog Tucker downtown, the Durham Bulls happened to be playing the Charlotte Knights. We cheered for them through the fence, I hope they heard us.
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