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Take a walk on the wild side

Go wild with these animal encounters around Raleigh
A sifaka lemur playing in the tree.
Watch sifaka lemurs play in the trees at Duke Lemur Center. | Photo by Sara Nicholson provided by Duke Lemur Center
Lions, tigers, and bears! Oh, my! Spending quality time with furry — or not so furry — animal friends is proven to raise dopamine levels, decrease stress, and make you say “ooh ahh.” From a safari adventure to an arthropod zoo, we gathered 11 places located within an hour of Raleigh where you can learn and interact through animal encounters.

Aloha Safari Park, 159 Mini Ln., Cameron | In this zoo lives over 300 animals that were previously injured, abandoned, abused, or neglected. Drive through the park to feed hoofstock such as bison, ostriches, antelope, llamas, water buffalo, and camels.

Duke Lemur Center, 3705 Erwin Rd., Durham | Did you know? Lemurs are the most endangered mammals on Earth. Reserve a spot for a guided walking with lemurs tour in the forests of Duke University at this 85-acre sanctuary.

A tiger laying on its back.

See one of these majestic tigers up close.

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Photo by Carolina Tiger Rescue

Carolina Sunshine Alpaca Farm, 7084 US-64, Pittsboro | No prob-llamas on this farm — feed, spend time with, and pet alpacas through self-guided and guided tours.

Carolina Tiger Rescue, 1940 Hanks Chapel Rd., Pittsboro | Schedule a unique tour of this sanctuary to learn about what it takes to care for more than 50 exotic carnivores. Experience up-close encounters with tigers, lions, caracals, and cougars while hearing about individual rescue stories.

Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Dr. | Visit the park’s resident goats, Felix, Leroy, Henry, and Oscar, and don’t forget to say “hay” to the chickens in their coop.

A child holding a butterfly on his finger.

Let delicate butterflies land on you in the 35-foot tall glass conservatory.

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Photo provided by the Museum of Life and Science

Naylor Family Farm & Corn Maze, 6016 US-401, Fuquay-Varina | After you’ve navigated through the giant maze, oink over to the pig pavilion and purchase feed to give to the animals in the main barn.

The Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave., Durham | Enjoy 84 acres of science and nature experiences with animal exhibits such as a butterfly house, Carolina wildlife, black bears, lemurs and tortoises, red wolves, an insectarium, the farmland, and a wander-away pollinator prairie.
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Events
Wednesday, Sept. 27
  • Wide Angle Close-Up Garden Photography | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh | $30-$40 | Learn how to use a wide-angle lens with beautiful plants as your subject.
  • IBMA Pig Pickin’ | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 12-3 p.m. | Clyde Cooper’s Barbecue, 327 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy fiddle pickin’ and food + bevs with Twisted Grass Entourage at this celebration of bluegrass.
  • Any Way You Frame It, Floral Design Class | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The English Garden Raleigh Florist, 8820 Gulf Ct., Ste. A, Raleigh | $55 | Design and frame dried floral arrangements to last all year long.
  • Lunch + Learn with Sassool — The Art of Plating + Garnishing | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, 119 W. Park St., Cary | $45 | Munch on Sassool’s popular dishes while learning how to plate a dish aesthetically.
Thursday, Sept. 28
  • Jonas Brothers | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $55-$215 | Jam out with this band of brothers to songs like “Burnin’ Up,” “Sucker,” and “Waffle House.”
  • Comedian Tracy Smith | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Clouds Brewing, 1233 Front St., Raleigh | $15 | Laugh with this comedy veteran as seen on Comedy Central, along with special guests Josh Rosenstein, Caleb Elliot, and Jack Chrissy.
  • Village District Live & Local |Music on the Patio | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Patio at Starbucks, 2105 Cameron St., Raleigh | Free | Sit back, relax, and enjoy the music from acoustic duo group Melonbelly, plus free drinks on the patio.*
Friday, Sept. 29
  • Better Days Music Series | Friday, Sept. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Hartwell Raleigh, 620 W. South St., Raleigh | Free, $5 suggested donation | Join this quarterly live music series featuring musicians that are dedicated to writing and performing original music.
  • NC State University Football vs. Louisville | Friday, Sept. 29 | 7 p.m. | Carter-Finley Stadium, 4600 Trinity Rd., Raleigh | $86-$137 | Watch the Pack play during parents + families day and educator appreciation day — plus, this game is a black out.
Thursday, Oct. 5
  • NC Courage World Cup Panel | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 7 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $50-$75 | Raleighites will hear directly from players about the experience of representing their countries in the World Cup, plus a meet-and-greet with several players + a silent auction.*
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Real Estate

🏡 Take a tour: The 2023 Triangle Parade of Homes kicks off this weekend
Slideshow of featured homes at the 2023 Triangle Parade of Homes.
Explore the newest homes for sale, discover your next floor plan, or find inspo in the latest home decor + technology through Sunday, Oct. 15. | Photos provided by The Jim Allen Group | Coldwell Banker HPW
Considering building or just love breathtaking abodes? North Carolina’s largest open house is nearly here (read: the perfect inspo opportunity).

In partnership with the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County and the Tri-County Home Builders Association, The Jim Allen Group is showcasing 40 homes crafted by trusted builders at the The Triangle Parade of Homes — a three-week event kicking off this Saturday-Sunday and continuing Oct. 6-8 + 13-15 from 12-5 p.m.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Jacksonville, NC-based Flavor Hills Restaurant and Bar is making its way to downtown Raleigh. Slated to open near Sono Sushi at 319 Fayetteville St., this veteran-owned foodie spot features creative dishes like pumpkin spice chicken and waffles, fried deviled eggs, and Cajun shrimp + grits. Stay tuned for opening info.
Closing
  • Square Burger, the Moore Square cafe, is not renewing its lease and will close up shop January, 14 2024. Empire Eats operates the burger joint which serves burgers, fries, and milkshakes. (The News & Observer)
Community
  • Tomorrow, Sept. 28 is the last session of this year’s Jazz in the Square series in Moore Square. Grab a blanket, head to the lawn, and listen + groove to smooth sounds from Al Strong and enjoy on-site food, beer, and wine vendors.
Sports
  • Last night, the ACC Network announced the 2023-24 ACC women’s and men’s basketball schedules. Mark your calendars for all of the upcoming big game days and let us know who you will be cheering for this season.
Plan Ahead
  • The NC State Fair is introducing four new rides at this year’s seasonal celebration running from Thursday, Oct. 12 to Sunday, Oct. 22. The most notable new carnival attraction is the two-tiered Venetian Carousel complete with intricate details. Fair-goers will also be able to enjoy the Tesla AC, Techno Jump, and Wipeout. (WRAL)
Holiday
  • The Village District announced a BOO-ze Halloween Wine Walk on Friday, Oct. 13 to celebrate the spooky season. From 6 to 8 p.m., shoppers can wear their best costumes, trick-or-treat at storefronts, shop deals, and listen to a DJ spin tunes while sipping and strolling. Get tickets.
Ranked
  • The City of... falls? IT Company Asurion revealed America’s clumsiest cities in a new study with Raleigh taking the No. 3 spot on the list. Some of the data collected included the percentage of people under the age of 18, the number of non-drinkers, and phone breakage claims.
Drink
  • Love whiskey? Join Vinovest’s exclusive whiskey investing community and own your own casks hassle-free. Sell casks for a profit, or opt to bottle them to drink.*
 
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✨ Raleigh, you’re a dream

Nonresidents eye Raleigh for their next dream move
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Some say... cough ChatGPT cough... that Raleigh’s weather is unpredictable. | Photo by RALtoday
According to new data from Coldwell Banker Real Estate’s Move Meter tool, some big-city dwellers are eyeing new dream move destinations to settle down in, including Raleigh.

A year’s worth of data including cost and quality of living was collected for the campaign, revealing that Raleigh is the No. 7 most searched place that Americans are dreaming of moving to. Charlotte came in the No. 2 spot and was the only other NC city listed.

The real estate company’s Move Meter tool compares where you currently live to other locations in the US to help movers find their dream home. The City of Oaks is our dream city, for sure.

Whether you’re new to Raleigh or just looking for the best coffee shops, check out our City Guide page for insider info.
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I recently moved from downtown to near the NCMA, and am so happy that there is a Vic’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria still near me. The other night we chowed down on mozzarella caprese and a delicious homemade pie, yum.

Psst... word on the street is that Vic’s Pizzeria is opening another location in Bloc[83].
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