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Drinkin’ Up in Cumberland County

Head to Cumberland County to Drink Up
An orange drink with lemons and a strawberry and piece of rhubarb lemonade
Try this drink on your Cumberland day trip. | Photo by Winterbloom Tea
Cumberland County is only about an hour away from the City of Oaks, and with Drink Up month in full swing, it might be worth a day trip to try these distinct bev spots. Hit the road and visit 10 of our favorites in Cumberland County with coffee, wine, cocktails, brews, and non-alcoholic options.

The Coffee Scene | 3818 Morganton Rd., Fayetteville | This gorgeous cafe has all sorts of coffee options as well as gelato, pastries, and quick bites.

Cumberland Coffee Roasters | 3109 N. Main St., Ste. 107, Hope Mills | Buy locally roasted coffee by the pound — or grab a latte and stay a while at this cozy coffee store.

Two beers cheers.

Cheers to good friends and good beer.

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Photo by Dirtbag Ales

Dirtbag Ales | 5435 Corporation Dr., Hope Mills | Try homegrown brews like a blood orange Kölsch and cold brew mocha porter, or one of the many beers on tap, like the DistiNCtly Fayetteville.

Dirty Whiskey Craft Cocktail Bar | 5431 Corporation Dr., Hope Mills | Sip on in-house infusions and local spirits at this veteran- and woman-owned bar.

The Friends Table | 253 Westwood Shopping Center, Fayetteville | Along with your fanciful brunch, try a flight of coffee or mimosas, brunch shots, or cocktails like the Queen Mother or Elevated Mojito.

Huske Hardware House Restaurant and Brewery | 405 Hay St., Fayetteville | Visit Fayetteville’s oldest brewery and get barbecue, a burger, or sandwich to pair with your craft beer.

A colorful assortment of drinks.

Try a colorful mimosa flight at this brunchy spot.

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Photo by The Friends Table

Mash House Brewing Company | 4150 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville | Mash House cooks up gourmet fusion dishes made with local ingredients — try a flight of all nine of their beers.

The Sip Room | 106 Hay St., Fayetteville | Relax in this chill downtown wine bar + order charcuterie and dips to pair with your vino.

Vagabond Cafe | 108 Hay St., Ste. 1B, Fayetteville | Try specialty coffee offerings like a Cascara espresso tonic, a fluffy Coffee in the Clouds, or Cafe de Olla — a Mexican coffee preparation.

Winterbloom Tea | 238 Hay St., Fayetteville | Experiment with a tea cocktail, like the Eden made with rosehips and lemongrass tea, orange, lemon, ginger, and cucumber mint vodka.
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Events
Thursday, July 20
  • Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples (Self-Guided) | Thursday, July 20 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Shelley Lake Park, 1400 West Millbrook Rd., Raleigh | Pick your price | Take your beau or bestie on a date night with a digital twist in Shelley Lake Park — get a digital date night box with activities to do all around the park.
  • Third Thursday Community Chess | Thursday, July 20| Times vary | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | All ages and skill levels are welcome at this monthly chess tournament and recreational play.
  • The Broken Hearts - Tom Petty Tribute Band | Thursday, July 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh | $15 | Grab some Bowstring pizza and beers and chill out with this Tom Petty tribute band.
Friday, July 21
  • Letterpress Card Making Workshop | Friday, July 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Decree Company, 135 East Martin St., Raleigh | $85 | Try your hand at letterpress and take home 20 of your own letterpressed cards at this workshop.
  • Seascape Terrarium Workshop | Friday, July 21 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Hartwell, 620 W. South St., Raleigh | $38 | Make a terrarium with under the sea vibes including a jellyfish air plant and a complimentary beverage.
  • James and the Giant Peach | Friday, July 21-Sunday, July 23 | Times vary | Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave., Cary | $36 | See this classic Roald Dahl tale performed live on stage with James and charming insect characters.
Saturday, July 22
  • Tamale Workshop and Dinner with Raleigh Tamales | Saturday, July 22 | 6-9 p.m. | Hartwell, 620 W. South St., Raleigh | $105 | Learn the art of making masa and tamales. Create six tamales to take home and enjoy tableside guac with dinner.
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Family

👀 Savings alert: How to explore Marbles Kids Museum for half the price
Young boy plays with toy trains.
Pro tip: Tickets frequently sell out and day-of museum admission may not be available, so reserve your tickets in advance online. | Photo provided by Marbles Kids Museum
Attention, parents — Did you know you and your littles can discover the joy of Marbles Kids Museum for half the price every week?

From Monday to Friday, skip the afternoon slump and enjoy half-off admission after 3 p.m. during Play Late for Less, sponsored by Terminix.

Bonus: Take advantage of even more time to explore during extended play hours until 7 p.m. on Thursdays.

Advance tickets are required (and may sell out), so start planning your visit.
Your kids will thank you
News Notes
Biz
Development
  • Oberlin Hotel is coming to the Village District, and construction is starting this summer. At the site of the shuttered K&W Cafeteria, this seven story hotel will feature 153 guest rooms, a sixth floor restaurant, and an outdoor courtyard. This hotel is part of a luxury collection by Hilton Hotels.
Edu
  • NC administrator Robert Taylor has been named the new superintendent of the Wake County Public School System. Taylor served as superintendent to Bladen County Schools for 10 years and will begin at WCPSS on Oct. 1. (WRAL)
Kids
  • Attend Book Harvest’s Summer Block Party at Durham Bulls Athletic Park this Saturday, July 22. In celebration of National Summer Learning Week, children — from infants to high school students — can have their pick of free, culturally inclusive books.
Cause
Travel
  • RDU will be adding 7,000 parking spots, nearly tripling the size of lot Park Economy 3. Construction will begin this fall and spots will be available in 2025. (The News & Observer)
Closing
  • Cary Asian restaurant kō•än closed its doors after being open for four years. Kō•än may be closed, but a new concept could come to the same space, according to owner Sean Degnan. Degnan also owned Raleigh’s bu•ku and so•ca. (The News & Observer)
Finance
  • Whether you are changing jobs or retiring, it’s important to make informed decisions about your finances. Whether to roll a workplace retirement account — like a 401(k) or 403(b) — into an IRA may be one of the most important decisions you make. Try the Rollover Evaluator tool.*
 
Pets

🐶 Doggy bakery coming soon

Coming soon: NC’s first dog bakery
A dog eating a bowl of ice cream.
Could this be your doggo’s sweet treat? | Photo provided by Hause of Dogs
Dog-focused treat shop Hause of Dogs will open in Smoky Hollow under a new name with the same owners on Saturday, Aug. 19. This doggy bakery, the first of its kind in NC, will serve treats and pooch-friendly ice cream options for your furry friends.

Formerly a franchise of Salty Paws, owner Amanda Moody said the change came for the store to be “more involved in the local dog community and have more creative freedom with events, paw-ties, and partnering with local businesses without being under strict franchise rules.” Read: Same experience, more events, different name.

Construction has continued without a hitch, and the grand opening is slated for mid-August. See you and your pups there.

While you’re in Smoky Hollow, check out the other businesses and restaurants, a giant mural, and more in the booming work-live-play district.
 
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Today’s edition by:
Allie
From the editor
Folks, I can’t wait for our Drink Up event tonight at The Willard Rooftop Lounge. I’ve never had a barbecue-inspired drink before, and I’m not sure many others have either. This will be such a fun night, and I can’t wait to see our readers there.
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