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Sunrise 6:00 a.m. | Sunset 8:35 p.m.
 

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Unique day trip ideas near Raleigh
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The Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art is a place where art and community intertwine. | Photo by Jess Blackstock
As much as we enjoy living in Raleigh, there are so many places near the Triangle that are worthy of exploration. We’ve curated a list of places near the Triangle to explore for the day that offer fun and unique experiences.

Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art | ~2 hours | Experience the arts at this Winston-Salem gallery that showcase international, national, and regional contemporary artists. In addition to art, the center hosts a variety of programs for visitors to socialize + enjoy innovative educational experiences.

Sweet Valley Ranch | ~2 hours | Explore the array of fun adventures and hands-on activities of this ranch. Whether you’re looking to enjoy animals or take tours on ATVs + go-karts this ranch is where nature meets adventure.

Warrenton, NC | ~2 hours from downtown | This historical town was once the wealthiest place in NC and is rich with tidbits and architecture dating back to the 1800s. There are also plenty of local restaurants + shops to keep your day full. Pro tip: Visit Oakley Hall Antiques to shop local and regional antiques.

Darby Acres Farm | ~3 hours | Schedule the family a visit to this Charlotte farm for an in-person experience with farm and exotic animals. Offered activities include walking tours, a petting + feeding opportunities.

Bald Head Island | ~4 hours | This beach town gives you that Martha’s Vineyard feel without the price tag. Pro tip: This island is carless, so prepare to take a ferry and rent a bike or golf cart to get around.
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Events
Monday, June 24
  • Fun Fitness in the Park | Monday, June 24 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | John Chavis Memorial Park and Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh | Free | Get active with Zumba and potentially win a raffle prize at the end of the session.
  • Makers Monday: Crafts, Mocktails, and Cocktails | Monday, June 24 | 8 p.m. | Ruby Deluxe, 415 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh | Free | Register to make your mark with signature cocktails + crafts in a group setting — bring your own supplies.
Tuesday, June 25
  • A Tour Through Australia | Tuesday, June 25 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Westgate Wine Bar, 6405 Westgate Rd., Ste. 111, Raleigh | $15-30 | Take part in this varietal tasting + taste your way through the continent.
Wednesday, June 26
  • Seven Days in June by Tia Williams | Wednesday, June 26 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Be in a conversation centered around one of TikTok’s most viral reads.
  • Acrylic Paint Pouring | Wednesday, June 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $65 | Come dressed for a mess as you created a personal masterpiece — paint supplies are included but bring your own wine.
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5 festive finds for the Fourth of July
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Fourth of July party sunglasses, $20.99 via Amazon. | Graphic by 6AM City
Bring a party mood to any barbecue, pool party, or holiday gathering this Fourth of July with these festive finds:
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News Notes
Weather
  • The soaring temperatures are expected to continue into today with a high of 95 degrees and a heat index above 100 degrees. Excessive heat risks will persist throughout the day and likely throughout the week — learn more about safety + cooling resources in Raleigh. (The News & Observer)
Open
  • FP Movement is now open in Village District. This extension of the Free People brand offers an array of activewear varying from undergarments to sets for specific activities.
Film
  • Strawberry Fields and Cherrix Casting are in need of hundreds of background extras for a film production project taking place in Chapel Hill. Filming will take place Monday, July 8 through Wednesday, July 10, and people over 18 of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. (ABC 11)
Try This
  • Reunited and it feels so good. Chef Manny Barella is hosting fellow chefs from Bravo’s “Top Chef” season 21 at Jaguar Bolera this Wednesday, June 26 for dinner + an after party. Only tickets for the after party remain and include hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to mingle with the chefs.
Announced
  • Heads up, bus riders: GoRaleigh bus fares are back starting July 1. Regular bus trips and the R-line will cost $1.25 — plus money-saving daily, weekly, and monthly pass options and a reduced fare program. Pro tip: Try Umo, the new app for payments, bus schedules + more.*
Home
  • If your old HVAC isn’t cutting it (or should we say cooling it?), trade it in for a new, efficient system at Air Experts and get up to $2,500 off through Monday, July 15. New systems come with a programmable thermostat, a year of free maintenance + more.*
Real Estate
  • Home bidding wars can be a nightmare to navigate for buyers — and Raleigh’s market is filled with them. If you want to secure your dream space (or avoid overpaying for a less-than-ideal place), work with the right expert.*
Correction
  • In Friday’s newsletter, we included a production by the NC Theatre, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year and suspended its season.
 
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🍉 Raleigh’s watermelon adventure

Raleigh’s Watermelon Lady and the Triangle’s best fruit
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The “Watermelon Lady” is serving up a variety of quality produce. | RALtoday
Raleighites have spoken + it sounds like some of the best watermelon in the Triangle is coming from the woman affectionately known as “The Watermelon Lady” by locals — formally, she’s known as Sanjuana Sanchez. People from all over are traveling to purchase from the Raleigh vendor due to the variety and quality of the melons she provides.

Sanjuana also has yellow + orange watermelon, pink pineapples, and other exotic fruits to purchase and enjoy. Part of what makes the Watermelon Lady so popular is that she offers patrons samples of the fruit while waiting, and the consistency of quality produce doesn’t hurt, either

Find this local fruit merchant at 2412 New Bern Ave., in Raleigh, about a mile from WakeMed Hospital. For updates of produce inventory, hours, and additional locations you can follow her on Facebook.

Pro tip: The business only take cash + cash app for payment — don’t be shy, she’s very welcoming.
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Today’s edition by:
Danyale
From the editor
To know me is to know that I adore fresh produce however I can get it. That said, I’ll definitely be standing in line waiting for The Watermelon Lady — even though I don’t like watermelon, she has so many fruits to try and purchase. The batch of mangoes I bought were everything I wanted and more.
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