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Friday, Aug. 18

Weekend Kickoff Party | Friday, Aug. 18 | 5-7 p.m. | Umbrella in the Garden, 12825 Norwood Rd., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy non-alcoholic concoctions at Umbrella Dry Bar’s Norwood Gardens location to start your weekend off right.
Peter Lamb & the Wolves Jazz Night | Friday, Aug. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Young Hearts Distilling, 225 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | Free | Make a reservation to eat + drink while listening to smooth jazz.
Lamar Whidbee Artist Dinner | Friday, Aug. 18 | 6-9 p.m. | CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin St., Raleigh | $120 | Hear about a local artist’s process, work, and meet with other art enthusiasts in the community, plus take home a signed limited-edition print.

Saturday, Aug. 19

Soul Yoga | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin St., Raleigh | $15 | Soul Yoga will lead this vibrant and energetic class for all skill levels.
Pop-Up Raleigh | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 12 p.m. | Trophy Brewing & Taproom, 656 Maywood Ave., Raleigh | Free | Shop a rotating selection of art and vintage finds from dozens of vendors while enjoying some of Trophy’s delicious brews and snacks from food trucks.
Pentatonix - The World Tour with special guest Lauren Alaina | Saturday, Aug. 19 | 8 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh | $30-$130 | Watch this five piece group perform pop covers, a cappella style.

Sunday, Aug. 20

Barbie Brunch & Barbie & Ken Day Party | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Michellez Elegant Event, 3537 Maitland Dr., Raleigh | $20-$55 | Let’s go day party with brunch and an all-pink dress code.
Pop-Up Art: For the Birds | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 12-3 p.m. | North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh | Free | View lifelike bird prints in the museum’s reimagined gallery of John James Audubon’s “Birds of America” folios and create your own multidimensional bird art to take home.
Bluegrass Jam Open Mic | Sunday, Aug. 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Bond Brothers Eastside, 602 E. Chatham St., Cary | Free | Listen to some foot tappin’ tunes or bring your own instrument and join in on the fun.

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Try This

Calling all square dancers, both new and experienced. Head to Transfer Co. Food Hall on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. for PineCone People’s Square Dance. Live music will be performed by Sonya Badigian, Vivian Leva, and Riley Calcagno + Nancy Mamlin will be the caller. RSVP with a suggested donation of $10.

Ranked

No. 2. That’s where Raleigh ranked on Architectural Digest’s list of “Most Climate-Resilient Cities.” Raleigh was assessed on seven key factors and scored a 115 out of a possible 136 points. Raleigh was called out for having good “climate change readiness and adaptability.” (Architectural Digest via Jed Bryne’s Top Five)

Eat

Old North State Food Hall, the nation’s first roadside food hall, is celebrating its first anniversary Friday, Aug. 25 through Sunday, Aug. 27. Located around 50 minutes from downtown Raleigh, make the drive to Selma to enjoy events like a small batch craft market and a car show. Plus, check out five other local food halls.

Great Escapes

Our guide to Ann Arbor, Michigan

Great Escapes: Our guide to Ann Arbor, Michigan

Take a visit through the city, or get off the grid with Ann Arbor’s scenic nature views. | Photo via @annarbor

Planning a getaway? Check out Ann Arbor for its variety of delicious local restaurants, scenic views of nature, and great shopping.

Why go? Visit the University of Michigan’s campus to find 100+ year old buildings, like the Michigan Union which was built in 1917. Plus, no trip is complete without dining like a local, which is why we recommend this 12 Essential Ann Arbor Restaurants guide from Eater. For more pro travel tips, check out this visitor guide from the city.

Act like a local: Explore the hilly 146 acre Bird Hills Nature Area which is home to hiking trails, wildlife, and rare plant species.

Where to stay: It’s impossible not to fall in love with this cozy downtown artist’s loft ($291 per night). It’s walking distance to the University of Michigan as well as countless locally cherished restaurants and bars.*

More to do + see in Ann Arbor

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Shop

Award

The 2023 Etsy Design Award Winners are here. Check out extraordinary, imaginative items including cactus leather bags, whimsical dandelion lamps, and donut mugs.

Eat

Sous vide, air fry, and steam your way to dinner with the Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker + Air Fryer. Psst — it can even be used as a food dehydrator.

Wellness

Four Sigmatic’s organic protein powder is the ultimate smoothie booster with 18 grams of protein and 1500 milligrams of adaptogens per serving — nourishing your mind + body.

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