08.05.2024

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Third place comfort

Find your third place in Raleigh

The Beacon of Freedom is visible at night, too. | Photo by RALtoday

Last week, we asked for your recommendations for third places and so many of our Raleighites came through with suggestions. City Editors Allie + Danyale are sharing their third places and some of the recommendations submitted.

What’s a third place?

Ray Oldenburg, a sociologist who wrote about third places in his book, “The Great Good Place” shares that third places — public, informal gathering spaces that you frequent in your community (think: coffee shops, parks, libraries, churches, breweries, bookstores, salons... etc.) — are important for many reasons, but particularly for promoting social vitality + a sense of community.

A person viewing art on a wall. — City Editor Danyale enjoying her third place, CAM Raleigh.
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Photo by RALtoday

Third places in Raleigh — editors’ picks

City Editor Danyale here. A third place I’ve grown to love and cherish is CAM Raleigh. When I imagine the all of the art and creative people who also frequent the space, I feel a sense of home. When I browse through the exhibitions I’m often consumed with the beauty, and I’m inspired in my own writing.

City Editor Allie here. You already know you can find me at my neighborhood watering hole Gussie’s (and Left Hook Coffee). Besides great food and drinks, what keeps me coming back is the service and top-notch hospitality and community vibe.

A plate of Brussel sprouts, a plate of animal fries, and three cocktails at Gussie's. — Take a peek at our first round: Cheesy savory animal fries, Brussels sprouts, and a couple cocktails to split.
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Photo by RALtoday

Reader recommendations

Along with the suggestions above, if you still need a few recommendations, read through the spots fellow Raleighites listed below to get you started on your third place journey.

Alexa W. enjoys the vibes of Trophy Brewing & Pizza.

Jordan B. suggested a variety listing Moore Square and Lucky Tree Cafe.

Amber B. and Vanessa B. both suggested Quail Ridge Books.

Alisha J. and Jules W. recommended NC Museum of Art.

Danielle V. chose Dose Yoga & Smoothie Bar.

Share your third place

Events

Monday, Aug. 5

Xtreme Hip Hop Step Class | Monday, Aug. 5 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Sanderford Community Center | $5 | Move your body to an upbeat tempo + merge fun with exercise.
Fall is for Planting | Monday, Aug. 5 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | JC Raulston Arboretum | $75-$100 | Join this two-week class to learn which plants you can sow in the upcoming autumn season.

Tuesday, Aug. 6

Live Music | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Local 919 | Free | Enjoy live music featuring tunes by Mary Selvidge, Mike Davis, Kevin Lee, and more while sipping craft beer and wine.
Tuesday Trivia | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Riparian Provision Company | $25-$50 | Engage in a fun night of friendly, intellectual competition.

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News Notes

Sports

NC State swimmer Katherine Berkoff has made another historical moment for the Wolfpack. Berkoff earned a second medal at the 2024 Olympics and this time she struck gold. Way to go, Katherine.

Concert

Ahem, it’s tiiiiiiimee. Mariah Carey has announced her 2024 Christmas tour, and the “All I Want For Christmas” singer will be bringing her vocals to Raleigh at PNC Arena Dec. 9. Ticket sales will start this Friday, Aug. 9.

Development

Raleigh’s latest mixed-use development Seaboard Station is continuing to expand with the addition of three new businesses. Club Pilates will open in late 2024 and TOUS les JOURS + Boatman Spirits Co. in the spring of 2025. (The News & Observer)

Listen

Jazz in the Square is making a comeback and will kick off this Thursday, Aug. 8. The free, family-friendly event will run on select Thursdays through Sept. 26 — view more dates and details.

Coming Soon

Cary’s Fenton development just got a little cozier. Mainsail Lodging & Development plans to build a seven-story, 186-key hotel over the next two years. The unnamed hotel will mark Mainsail’s first hotel in NC and will likely break ground in early 2025, pending the Town of Cary’s approval. (Triangle Business Journal)

Learn

Questions about caregiving? Join Richardson Private Wealth Advisors on Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 1 p.m. for a free virtual seminar exploring critical aspects of caregiving from finances + health considerations to legacy planning. Register for free.*

Home

Getting a roof estimate used to involve a lot of calling, meeting + waiting. Thank goodness that’s over. Roof Wizard is a free online resource that provides instant roof budget estimates based on your address. You’re already only two taps away.*

Try This

Have you stopped by Synergy’s new Midtown location? The gorgeous, state-of-the-art facility offers a full suite of Med-Spa treatments, including laser therapy, injectables, spa services + more. Here’s what we’re most excited about.*

Answered

🥘 Taste buds have spoken

5 Restaurants in Raleigh incorporating locally sourced ingredients

A peak of Crawford and Son’s grilled beef short rib. | Crawford and Son

It’s settled. Out of all the reader responses submitted, 37% of Raleighites decided that among the list of Oak City spots incorporating locally sourced ingredients we put together, Crawford and Son will be the first stop.

The local eatery is a casual restaurant located in the historic Oak neighborhood serving up “straightforward, honest food.” What stands out most about this place is that its menu changes frequently depending on what’s in season. Heads up, the next menu change will occur in September.

If you haven’t already, check what other restaurants in Raleigh are serving up delicious bites using farm-to-table and locally sourced ingredients to please your palette.

4 more locally sourcing spots

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danyale

From the editor

Hey Raleighites. Allie and I co-worked at the new Biscuit Belly at Seaboard Station on Friday — and we were super impressed. Pro tip: Try the Basic Biscuit or the Chick ‘N Ditch The Waffle.

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