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🪂 Leap into Feb. 29

Take a leap around Raleigh with these daring feats
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Take a leap in whatever way you’re comfortable with — whether that’s from a plane or a trampoline. | Photo by Ben Shank, provided by Skydive Raleigh
Leap day only happens once every four years — why not take the chance to do something out of the box? Catch some air and leap into the 919 — here are eight ways to get your feet off the ground around Raleigh, from trampoline parks to skydiving.

For leaping newbies

Big Air Trampoline Park, 6421 Hilburn Dr. | In addition to bouncing off the trampoline walls with the whole fam, climb seven rock walls and join cosmic nights complete with black lights and lasers.

DEFY Raleigh, 5604 Departure Dr., Ste. 100 | Give the zipline, stunt fall, aerial silks, and bouncy basketball a try at this extreme air park.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 2101 Westinghouse Blvd., Ste. 111 | Dive into a pile of foam blocks, play dodgeball, and even bring the toddlers along to a safe zone for little ones.

Urban Air Adventure Park, 7810 Poyner Pond Circle | Get the platinum level ticket to jump on trampolines, experience virtual reality, take a leap of faith on the warrior course, and try bumper cars and a ropes course, too.

Getting the hang of things

OC Aerial, 3463 Coates Industrial Blvd., Ste. 200, Durham | This place screams “American Ninja Warrior.” Try conquering the warped wall, 50 feet of monkey bars, and bouldering at the region’s largest indoor adventure park.

UA Indoor SkyDiving, 1020 WCC Ln., Ste. B, Morrisville | Experience real free-fall sensations in this wind tunnel without the dangers of jumping out of an airplane.

True daredevils only

Skydive Paraclete XP, 143 Airport Dr., Raeford | In addition to the largest wind tunnel for indoor skydiving in the US, this facility has a storied history of skydivers ready to take their first or hundredth leap.

Skydive Raleigh, 6966 NC-56, Franklinton | Spread your wings just an hour from downtown Raleigh and get one of the best views in town while flying through the air at 120 mph.
 
Events
Thursday, Feb. 29
Friday, March 1
  • Studio Tours and Shopping | Friday, March 1 | Times vary | Designed For Joy, 517 W. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | Free | As part of First Friday, explore the studio providing employment to women in crisis.
  • A Women’s History Month Celebration | Friday, March 1 | 5-8 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | This special First Friday will feature women-owned business pop-ups, hair + makeup touch-ups, and local bites.
Saturday, March 2
  • NC State Women’s Gymnastics | Saturday, March 2 | 4-7 p.m. | Reynolds Coliseum, 2411 Dunn Ave., Raleigh | $5-$7 | The Pack faces off against Northern Illinois, Temple, and Iowa State for a round of riveting gymnastics.
  • Ladies in Red Spring Concert | Saturday, March 2 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Stewart Theatre, 2610 Cates Ave., Raleigh | $10-$12 | This NC State a cappella group will perform songs from various genres sans instruments.
More to do this week
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Travel

✈️ Get work done at RDU like a pro
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RDU’s free Wi-Fi allows business professionals to get online anywhere in the terminals. | Photo by RALtoday
Whether you’re traveling for work or wrapping up client emails before vacation, Raleigh-Durham International Airport has everything business professionals need to stay on task (or prepare to log off).

🍔 Eat + work

If you’re looking for a casual place to get caffeinated and grind, try Durham favorite Beyu Caffé (Terminal 1 + 2) or Cary-founded La Farm Bakery + Café (T2). Whiskey River (T2) is a great place to order a meal and stay awhile — or if you’re in a hurry, grab something to-go from BurgerFi (T2) before choosing a work space near your gate.

🔌 Forget something?

Stop by Tech on the go (T2) or InMotion (T2) for electronics ranging from smartphones and tablets to headphones and travel accessories. If you need a new professional outfit, check out Marshall•Rousso (T1) and Vineyard Vines (T2).

💻 Meeting space

Members can use RDU’s three airline clubs (T2) for those last-minute Zoom meetings.

Pro tip: Free Wi-Fi and power outlets are available throughout the terminals.
Get it done at RDU
News Notes
Closing
  • One of Raleigh’s oldest men’s stores will shut its doors after over 100 years. Since 1921, Nowell’s has sold high quality suits and versatile sportswear in downtown, Village District, and most recently north Raleigh. The Nowell family is aging out of the business and expects to close for good in April. (Triangle Business Journal)
Opening
  • Giorgios Epicurean Market will open this April in East End Market near Raleigh Iron Works. Expect a European-style market and all-day cafe bites. Neighbor East End Bistrot will also welcome a private dining room as part of this opening. (Raleigh Magazine)
Shop
  • Three new stores are joining Crabtree Valley Mall. Bridal shop Runaway Brides, cosmetics shop Lip Print Beauty Bar, and jewelry vendor Eloise Collections are now part of the mall’s 200+ stores and 10.4 million annual visitors. (Triangle Business Journal)
Jobs
  • In more coming soon news, chef Scott Crawford’s Raleigh Iron Works restaurant Brodeto is holding a career fair Monday, March 4 and Tuesday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet the leadership team + explore the upcoming space hosting Italian and Croatian food.
Asked
Arts
  • Join the North Carolina Museum of Art at the tenth edition of Art in Bloom, presented by PNC. This five-day floral fundraising extravaganza features stunning designs from across the country, plus ten special installations portraying the decades from the 1920s through the 2020s. Learn more + get tickets.*
Home
  • The secret to spotless furniture: ChomChom’s reusable lint roller, which picks up pet hair and lint like nobody’s business. Get it on sale for a few more hours.*
 
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From the editor
I have two events to add to your Women’s History Month calendar. First, the NC Museum of History is hosting History at High Noon exploring how women have changed NC with oral historian John Horan Wednesday, March 20. This Sunday, March 3, join the Crowded Table Club for a Women’s History Month kick-off at Joy Worthy Co. with unlimited mimosas, brunch, crafts, mini facials, and so much more.
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