Plus, cooler temps, new Ruckus, and a Gandhi statue.
 
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Sunrise 6:38 a.m. | Sunset 7:57 p.m.
 

🧺 Life’s a picnic

Local foods to pack for a picnic
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A Southern Picnics set up is charming with just the right vibe. | Photo by RALtoday
Olive to see you smile at our picnic. If you’re planning a picnic in one of our picturesque parks, please peruse no further. We put together a list of items to help you pack the perfect local picnic.

Ambiance | Southern Picnics
This luxury picnic service does all the heavy lifting for you with seasonal decor, floral arrangements, and an event planner to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Bread | La Farm Bakery
What’s a local picnic without this French-style bakery’s La Farm bread and a white chocolate baguette (or two)?

Charcuterie | Raleigh Cheesy
Order a board fit for two to 20 people made with high quality meats, cheeses, and delicious accouterments.

A bitten croissant covered in seasonings and seeds sits on a table next to a light brown latte topped with foam in the shape of a leaf. A laptop computer sits to the right of the food and coffee.

An everything croissant + latte from Boulted Bread is true bliss.

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Photo via RALtoday

Cheese | The Cheese Shop
OK, how about more cheese? This store’s selection of artisanal + farmstead cheeses are cut to order. Psst... we can’t wait for this spot’s new cheese bar.

Fruit | State Farmers Market
The best farmers from across the Tar Heel State + beyond assemble here just to bring you the freshest peaches, apples, tomatoes, and other in-season produce faves.

Pastries | Boulted Bread
Our favorite baked goods from this craft bakery include the morning buns, filled croissants, bialys, and pinwheels, which sound essential for a local picnic.

Snacks | 1in6 Snacks
This brand raises awareness for food insecurity and is behind local chips like Carolina Kettle and Pine State popcorn.

For more picnic-y vibes, check out our guide to a picture-perfect picnic.

If you read this list and thought, “I want to go on a picnic now, but I don’t have a picnic basket,” we thought of that too. Although something from Amazon isn’t exactly local, we couldn’t resist how cute this picnic kit was.
Asked

Which park is Raleigh’s largest?
A. Dorothea Dix Park
B. Lake Johnson Park
C. Pullen Park
D. Shelley Lake Park
Pick-nic the right answer
 
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 20
  • Kidchella | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 9:30-11 a.m. | Midtown Park | Free | Parents — bring the kids to socialize and learn about kid-friendly programs throughout the 919.
  • Blossoms & Balance Series, Sound Bath | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The English Garden Raleigh Florist | $55 | Find your zen among flowers and a soothing soundscape.
Wednesday, Aug. 21
  • The Oak City Salsa Social | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Transfer Co. Ballroom | Free | This family-friendly event teaches you the ropes of salsa dancing with live music.
  • Triangle Roast Battle | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Goodnights Comedy Club | $20-$28 | Local comedians will go head to head in this sometimes-mean-but-always-funny battle.
  • Summer BreakOUT! | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 2-8 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park | Free | School’s back in session — kickstart the school year with a variety of fun activities, including outdoor toys, an art cart, and food trucks.
Thursday, Aug. 22
  • Spirit-alternative tasting by Umbrella Dry Bar | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 5-10 p.m. | NoRa Café | Free | Give various zero-proof spirits a taste and expand your palate beyond typical alcohol.
  • Awful Movie Club — “Sharknado” Summer Show | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 6-9 p.m. | The Hartwell | Pay what you can | This “Mystery Science Theater 3000"-style show encourages audiences to have fun while watching this wacky B movie.
  • Carolina Jam Showcase | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 7-11 p.m. | Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard | $15 | Local bands like Satellite Dog, Jacoozy, and Joe May’s Month of Mondays will rock this casual hangout spot.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • A new Ruckus is making its way to north Raleigh at the former Leesville Tap Room, which closed in January 2024. The restaurant has outposts throughout Wake County with another location coming to Quail Corners not too far away. (The News & Observer)
Weather
  • Sweater weather is nearly here. Expect cooler temps throughout the week, including a high of 80 degrees tomorrow, to usher in fall with temps rising again into the weekend. The State Fair, football, and orange leaves can’t get here soon enough. (WRAL)
Fun Fact
  • Since 2006, Marbles Kids Museum has been home to a life-size, five ton statue of activist + Indian independence leader Mahatma Gandhi, which will now move to Morrisville, one of NC’s largest Indian American communities. The statue will be transported to Church Street Park in Morrisville. (The News & Observer)
Closing
  • Chapel Hill’s Schoolkids Records will shut its doors at the end of the year after 50 years. Owner Stephen Judge will shift his focus to the Raleigh location in Mission Valley Shopping Center. Schoolkids helped define the campus scene of UNC and helped local rising acts like The Connells and Superchunk. (The News & Observer)
Asked
  • Did you spot last night’s supermoon? The moon was especially close to the Earth, which makes for some stunning photos — if you have any from Raleigh or the 919, send them our way and you might see them in a future edition of RALtoday. (AP News)
Try This
  • Head to Hartwell on Saturday, Aug. 24 for the Childless Cat Lady Social supporting SAFE Haven for Cats. Enjoy live covers from various childless cat lady artists, ice cream from Bold Batch Creamery, forever jewelry, and more. This event sounds like the cat’s meow.
Number
  • 22%. That’s how much auto insurance rates have increased over the last year. Stop overpaying + find a better rate when you get a free, no-obligation quote from Savvy.*
 
Plan Ahead

🐺 The Pack is back in town

Packapalooza 2024 is here to welcome back the Pack
The NC State Belltower.
The NC State Belltower stands tall during Packapalooza 2023. | Photo by RALtoday
The Wolfpack is back in town, and NC State’s annual Packapalooza block party is this Saturday, Aug. 24 from 2-10 p.m. Here’s what you need to know about welcoming the Pack back to Raleigh.

Don’t miss team meet-and-greets with the Final Four men’s and women’s basketball teams and a visit with the football team ahead of its first game against Western Carolina — check out more ways to meet the Pack’s student-athletes throughout the day.

Performance art group Improv Everywhere will be hosting “The MP3 Experiment,” a participatory audio experience where participants listen to audio instructions and act accordingly. To join, download the bespoke app and wait for instructions on your headphones at the Belltower at 7 p.m. Plus, stick around for The Rescues, fireworks, and Belltower lighting at 10 p.m.

While you’re there, shop from 300+ vendors, including those focused on arts, sustainability + more. Visit Packapalooza’s website to learn more about parking, performance times, and other important info.
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