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Sunday, Jan. 7 | 55º | Clear with periodic clouds | 3% chance of rain
 
A water tower with the new Raleigh flag on the front.
Note: Your City Editors are not graphic designers, but we are kind of diggin’ this look. | Graphic by RALtoday
Howdy friends, City Editor Cat here. Last week, we asked what you would put on a Raleigh water tank. The majority of our readers think the New Raleigh Flag would be a good representation of the City of Oaks. We have to admit, it looks pretty good. If you’re wondering “what new Raleigh flag?” read up on the local grassroots campaign looking to make their new city flag design official.

Now, let’s dig into what’s going on this weekend, Friday, Oct. 13 through Sunday, Oct. 15, in the City of Oaks. I’m personally looking forward to Trophy’s annual Oktrophyfest on Saturday. Cheers!
Events
Friday, Oct. 13
  • Second Annual Barktoberfest | Friday, Oct. 13 | 2-7 p.m. | West Street Dog, 400 W. North St., Raleigh | Free | Bring your pup to this fall event featuring live music, complimentary mini massages, beer specials, and more — and don’t forget to donate to Wake County Animal Center.
  • Gabi’s Ghostly Gala | Friday, Oct. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | The Royal Banquet, 3801 Hillsborough St., Ste. 109, Raleigh | $25-$150 | Participate in an auction with Canes tickets, enjoy bites, and explore NC State’s campus with a spooky tour while supporting a good cause.
  • “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” | Friday, Oct. 13 | 10:55 p.m. | The Rialto, 1620 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | $10 | The show is back at The Rialto with the Low Down Cheap Little Punks putting on a live show that will have you shivering.
  • SAS Championship | Friday, Oct. 13-Sunday, Oct. 15 | Times vary | Prestonwood Country Club, 300 Prestonwood Pkwy., Cary | $30 | Cheer on golf legends while they battle for one of the largest purses on the PGA Tour Champions.
Saturday, Oct. 14
  • Oktrophyfest | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 12 a.m.-12 p.m. | Trophy Brewing & Taproom, 656 Maywood Ave., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy German sounds from German bands, bites by the Wandering Wolf food truck, and the release of this year’s German-style beer — join the brewery as it attempts the world’s largest Underberg toast.
  • Fall for Five Points | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Five Points, 2000 Fairview Rd., Raleigh | Free | Embrace the fall vibes with a fun-filled neighborhood street party filled with good music, yummy food, and activities for the whole family.
  • Hum Sub Diwali | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 10 a.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary | Free | Enjoy this daylong culturally immersive event filled with entertainment, shopping, food, and fireworks.
  • Oak and Smoke | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 12-8 p.m. | Oak City Brewing Company, 616 North First Ave., Knightdale | $9-$50 | This brewery has teamed up with The BBQ Lab for a beer chugging, barbecue slinging, and a banjo pickin’ good time.
Sunday, Oct. 15
  • Fiber Folks | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Artspace, 201 E. Davie St., Raleigh | Free | Gather your fellow fiber-lovers to knit, crochet, or needlework.
  • Plank & Drank Yoga | Sunday, Oct. 15 | 12-1 p.m. | Clouds Brewing, 1233 Front St., Raleigh | $10 | Enjoy an afternoon flow and drink.
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Donate to Warhorse SCUBA and enjoy the decorations at 4412 Densmore Pl. | Photo by Amy C.
Reader Amy C. reached out to share a local Halloween haunt at 4412 Densmore Pl. Each season, this spooky house collects donations for a charity that supports combat veterans. This year, folks can help support and donate to Warhorse SCUBA, whose mission is to prevent veteran suicide.

Whether you are hosting a haunted house or you went all out for the season, we would love to share your hard work with our readers.

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Apply to UNC Asheville for free next week
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College Application Week is hosted by the College Foundation of North Carolina — so applicants must apply through the CFNC website to get fees waived. | Photo by UNC Asheville/Rafael Aguilera
Let the countdown begin.

From Monday, Oct. 16-Friday, Oct. 20, participating NC colleges (including UNC Asheville) will celebrate College Application Week by waiving their application fees — making next week the week to apply.

This event comes on the cusp of UNC Asheville announcing Access Asheville, a new financial aid program that guarantees full tuition and fees for qualified NC residents whose annual family income is $80,000 or less (positively impacting more than half of NC families).

Your future awaits, RAL.
 
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Our guide to Marfa, TX

Great Escapes: Our guide to Marfa, TX
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Marfa’s Prada store is an iconic landmark. | Photo by Lee Andrews
If you love cowboy boots and country songs, paranormal happenings, and huge pieces of minimalist art, then get in the Chevy — we’re going to Marfa.

Marfa first landed on my radar in 2017. I was on a cross-country road trip and kept hearing about this tiny art oasis in the middle of nowhere, West Texas. When I learned that Marfa was also the shooting location for “Giant,” the 1955 Western starring James Dean and Elizabeth Taylor (Dean’s third and final film), I knew I had to go — and Marfa’s been rolling around my mind like Texas tumbleweed ever since.
  • Why go? The Marfa Lights: Since early pioneer times, folks have reported sightings of unexplained, ghostly blobs of colorful light dancing on Marfa’s skyline after dusk. Some say it’s paranormal, others say it’s an atmospheric coincidence. I saw them for myself, and can confirm that it’s strikingly weird.
  • Act like a local: Hotel Saint George’s bar and restaurant is perfect for more upscale dinner and drinks (the cocktails especially are phenomenal), as is Jett’s Grill.
  • Where to stay: Fully Remodeled 1950s Texaco Gas Station (~$219/night), or Big Sky Marfa (~$431/night) if you’re traveling with a crew.
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