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Weekend weather

Friday, Jan. 5 | 47º | Mostly cloudy | 0% chance of rain
Saturday, Jan. 6 | 50º | Rain, snow at night | 65% chance of rain
Sunday, Jan. 7 | 55º | Clear with periodic clouds | 3% chance of rain
 
Events
Friday, July 7
  • Summer Music and Eats Series | Friday, July 7 | 6-9 p.m. | John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh | Free | Listen to a fusion of different music genres and enjoy delectable cuisines.
  • Oak & Smoke Bourbon Tasting and Cigar Event | Friday, July 7 | 7-10:30 p.m. | The Artist Lounge Raleigh, 1011 S. Person St., Raleigh | $45 | Indulge in exceptional bourbons paired with hand-rolled cigars.
  • Outdoor film at North Carolina Museum of Art | Friday, July 7 | 8:30-11 p.m. | North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh | $0-$7 | Bring a blanket or chairs to watch “Grease” under the stars.
  • The Revivalists + The Head And The Heart | Friday, July 7 | Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh | $45-$200 | Listen to this rock and indie folk band perform live with special guest Jaime Wyatt.
Saturday, July 8
  • Balloon Bash Scavenger Hunt | Saturday, July 8 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | $0-$32 | Collect balloons through challenges during this family-oriented scavenger hunt.
  • Geek and Grub Market (Super Hero Edition) | Saturday, July 8 | 6-10 p.m. | Fred Fletcher Park, 876 Washington St., Raleigh | Free | Grab your cape to explore more than 40 vendors at this super hero-themed market.
  • Tears for Fears | Saturday, July 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh | $30-$450 | Sing along to ‘80s pop songs like “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.”
Sunday, July 9
  • Jazz Brunch featuring Peter Lamb and The Wolves | Sunday, July 9 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh | $20-$25 | Pack a picnic basket and enjoy Bloody Mary’s and jazz with Peter Lamb and The Wolves.
  • Open Mic Sunday at Gizmo | Sunday, July 9-Sunday, Oct. 29 | 3-6 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, 5907 Triangle Dr., Raleigh | Free | Local musicians will show off their chops on the outdoor stage.
  • Tongue & Groove Open Mic | Sunday, July 9 | 7-10 p.m. | VAE Raleigh, 228 Fayetteville St., Raleigh | Free | Watch local talent from around the Triangle gather to co-create with poetry, music, storytelling, and the occasional interpretive dance.
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From the editor

Development update: 1000 Social topped out
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1000 Social offers sweeping views of North Hills and downtown Raleigh. | Photo by RALtoday
Development
  • 1000 Social, Dewitt Carolinas’ first tower in The Exchange Raleigh 40-acre development, topped out last month in Midtown. We walked through the framework with Dewitt Carolinas CEO Todd Saieed to chat about their vision for the tower and the 40-acre project.
Eat
  • ICYMI, five Raleigh restaurants made Yelp’s list of the 100 best restaurants in the Carolinas. Find out who made the cut.
Drink
  • It’s officially Drink Up month, Raleigh. We created a preview of just a few drinks we’re featuring — but don’t worry, there’s more to come throughout the rest of July.
Great Escapes

☀️ Our guide to Honolulu, HI

Great Escapes: Our guide to Honolulu, HI
The skyline of Honolulu.
Let’s take to paradise. | Photo by SJtoday staff
Planning a getaway? Check out Honolulu, HI, a booming center for nightlife, beaches, and great food — all on the sunny island of Oahu.
  • Why go? Along with having perfect weather conditions all year round, Honolulu offers amazing cuisine, beautiful scenery, and an aloha vibe that will make you feel welcome anywhere you go.
  • Act like a local: For lush scenery and breathtaking views 2,200 feet above the clouds, hike Kuli’ou’ou Ridge. Enjoy a mostly shaded 4.7-mile trail around and back near Honolulu.
  • Where to stay: Vrbo: Deluxe condo* with an ocean view (~$199/night)
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