Plus, a pet microchip and vaccine clinic.
 
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🌌 Written in the stars
The Raleigh skyline from the Boylan Bridge.
Some might say Raleigh’s neighborhoods are written in the stars. | Photo by RALtoday
One of the most loveable things about Raleigh is the distinct character found in each neighborhood, district, and corner of town. They all have their own personalities and purposes — some would say it was written in the stars. Let’s take a look at how our neighborhoods align with the zodiac signs.

Aries: North Hills | March 21-April 19

Known as the passionate and confident leader of the zodiac, an Aries would feel right at home in North Hills.

Bustling with young professionals and work-minded folks, this sign would enjoy hosting an Italian-inspired lunch meeting at Cucciolo Terrazza, sipping an after work cocktail at Level7, and releasing some stress at Midtown Yoga.

Taurus: Crabtree Valley | April 20-May 20

It takes a calm + patient sign to navigate the crowds at this shopping hub.

Home to Crabtree Valley Mall, the Crabtree Creek Greenway Trail, and The Optimist, this area has a ton of reliable spots for this sign to shop, eat, drink, and get active.

A cup of coffee.

Fiction Coffee’s former space recently reopened as The Optimist near Crabtree.

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Photo by RALtoday

Gemini: Oakwood | May 21-June 20

This sign’s duality characteristics embody the neighborhood’s two-section divide.

The extroverted nature of a Gemini means they tend to get along with all kinds of people — similar to Oakwood, which is Raleigh’s oldest and largest historic district. From lunch spots like Oakwood Pizza Box to Chef Scott Crawford’s timeless French bistro Jolie and outdoor strolls at the Historic Oakwood Cemetery, this neighborhood has something unique for everyone to enjoy.

Cancer: Boylan Heights | June 21-July 22

The sentimental and gentle nature of this sign is the perfect match for Boylan Heights. Featuring 20th-century architecture and stunning views of the Raleigh skyline from the Boylan Bridge, this slice of town is rich in history and abundant in hard-working Raleighites.

Raise a toast at the historic Heights House Hotel, watch bakers knead dough at Boulted Bread, or take in the skyline sunset over dinner at Wye Hill.
 
 
Events
 
Tuesday, April 16
  • Beer & Banjos | Tuesday, April 16 | The Raleigh Times Bar, 14 E. Hargett St., Raleigh | Free | Head to the upstairs bar to listen to a free bluegrass show.
Wednesday, April 17
  • Busker Series | Wednesday, April 17 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | Enjoy these weekly street performances in the downtown urban green space.
  • Wine + Weeds | Wednesday, April 17 | 6-7 p.m. | Raleigh City Farm, 800 N. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | Put in some work at the farm and enjoy a splash of wine from Wine Authorities.
Thursday, April 18
  • Triangle Tech Night | Thursday, April 18 | 4:30-9 p.m. | Transfer Co. Food Hall, 500 E. Davie St., Raleigh | $15-$40 | See a pop-up gallery featuring work for sale by local AI artists while learning from a panel of tech experts, philosophers, and connoisseurs.
Friday, April 19
  • Album Release Show: J Candeed and M. B. Mulkey | Friday, April 19 | 5-8 p.m. | Hartwell, 620 W. South St., Raleigh | $5 suggested donation | This showcase is part of the Better Days Live Music Series; food and drink are available at 5 p.m. + the live music begins at 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 20
  • The Original Raleigh Murals Tour | Saturday, April 20, Saturday, April 27 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Wake County Justice Center, 300 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh | Free | See some of Raleigh’s best and most vibrant large scale art works.
  • 75th Anniversary Celebration | Saturday, April 20 | 3-8 p.m. | Village District Shopping Center, 2068 Clark Ave., Raleigh | Free | Celebrate Village District’s 75th anniversary with live music, a beer garden, bites, pop-ups, giveaways, a kid-friendly area, and more.*
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News Notes
 
Opening
  • Biscuit Belly, a Kentucky-based breakfast concept, will open its first Raleigh location at Seaboard Station on Tuesday, April 30. Eye-catching menu items include Bonuts (biscuit donut holes), pancake corndogs, biscuit sandwiches, and breakfast cocktails. Bonus: Biscuit Belly is hosting a Grand Opening Party with giveaways on Friday, May 3.
Number
  • $7.5 million. That’s how much the Wake County Board of Commissioners approved for the Wake County Opioid Settlement Funding Plan for Fiscal Year 2025. The funds will be allocated through June 2025 to expand treatment access, provide recovery support services, distribute naloxone, and more.
Transit
  • After going fare-free during the COVID-19 pandemic, GoTriangle is reintroducing fare collection on Monday, July 1. At that time, GoTriangle will also launch digital ticketing + passes for low-income riders will become available. Youth (ages 13-18) and seniors (ages 65+) will still be able to ride for free.
Try This
  • Prepare for summer travel at the Wake County Register of Deeds Passport Fair on Monday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Wake County Commons Building. Bring your passport application and documents, and staff will mail it to the US Dept. of State for processing.
Pets
  • Join the Raleigh Police Department’s Animal Control Unit on Sunday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Roberts Park for a pet microchip + vaccine clinic. One-year rabies vaccinations will be offered for $5 per pet while microchipping and distemper vaccinations will be free.
Plan Ahead
  • Raleigh Plant Week will take place Monday, May 6 through Saturday, May 11. Multiple flora-themed events will take place daily, including plant sales, a moss mirror workshop, plant trivia, greenhouse yoga, and a floral arrangement workshop. See the full lineup of events.
Travel
  • Weekend getaway, here you come. Hop on the 40 and make your way to Burnsville, NC, where shopping, hiking, dining, fishing + more await in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Need itinerary inspo? See Explore Burnsville’s top 10 things to do this spring.*
 
 
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Emily Shea wearing a black shirt next to houseplants Today’s edition by:
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After looking at Biscuit Belly’s menu, I already know exactly what my order will be: the Bonuts, Brekkie Bowl (with avocado added), and the Dark and Spicy Mary. Here’s to counting down the days until it opens — only two weeks to go.
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