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🔥 Smoky Hollow additions are revving up
Additions within Smoky Hollow are ramping up. | Photo courtesy of Kane Realty Corporation
Positioned along the northwest edge of downtown Raleigh is Smoky Hollow, a mixed-use urban development with office, apartment, retail, and restaurant spaces. Now that the space has taken shape and new tenants have been announced, it’s time to check in.
Now open
In spring 2020, the first phase of the project opened with Peace Raleigh Apartments. Additionally, The Line, a second and smaller housing complex with 283 apartments is open.
Smoky Hollow offers two office spaces: 421 N. Harrington St., a 225,000 sqft office space.
Dose Yoga + Smoothie Bar — Smoky Hollow’s first retail tenant — features 104º hot yoga classes, smoothies + adaptogen lattes.
Barrio Tacos + Tequila + Whiskey | A build-your-own tacos + creative cocktails spot is set to open its first Raleigh location in early 2025.
Hone-Sharpen | A multi-kitchen facility by Chef Cherisse aimed to bring foodies together with hands-on classes, experiences + events set to open in early 2025.
3 Approaches to Water Media | Friday, Oct. 18 | 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Gallery C | Free | Explore the water media works of William Wright, Kathy Daywalt, and Lynn Cothern.
Fall Social and Halloween Costume Contest | Friday, Oct. 18 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Avenue Raleigh | $5+ | Dress in your best costume attire and socialize with fellow marketing professionals.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Yoga and Mimosas | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10-11:20 a.m. | Whitaker and Atlantic | $23 | Enjoy a flow of fun, fitness + relaxation and enjoy a mimosa to close out the session.
Sip & Soapmaking | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10-11:30 a.m. | The Self Care Marketplace | $95 | Learn the craft of soap making through an in-depth + hands-on experience with a complimentary bev of choice.
Chance’s Fair Flea | Saturday, Oct. 19-Sunday, Oct. 20 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Rebus Works | $5 | Shop vintage clothing, art + more at this antique-centered fair.
National Whole Hog Barbecue Day | Saturday, Oct. 19 | The Pit | $5 | Celebrate the craft of barbecue with discounted bites + bevs starting at $5.
Sunday, Oct. 20
Yoga Sunday Series | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Element Gastropub | $30 | Start your week by getting in the flow + practice mindfulness.
Bluegrass Open Jam | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary | Free | The Eastside Ramblers will host this open jam — bring your banjo or sit and listen.
To participate, schedule an Invisalign appointment at a Triangle office (Cary, Chapel Hill, Fuquay Varina, or Garner) during the one-day-only event on Friday, Nov. 1, and:
Get $1,000 off Invisalign (retainers included)
Get an extra $100 off when donating a new coat
Be entered to win an Ultimate Tailgate Package, which includes a $1,000 Visa gift card, Yeti cooler, Blackstone griddle, stadium seats + more (a $2,000 value)
‘Tis the season of expansion. Giorgios Bakatsias is set to open Naos Hellenic Cuisine in Cary, taking over the former Ko.an space. Slated for later this year, the Greek-inspired restaurant will feature a menu by Kevin Draper + Alex Ricci, blending ancient Greek traditions with modern cuisine. (Axios Raleigh)
Sports
In the wake of Hurricane Milton damaging Tropicana Field, the Tampa Bay Rays may temporarily relocate to Durham, home of their Triple-A affiliate, while repairs are made. This opportunity could bolster the Triangle’s efforts to secure an MLB expansion team, showcasing regional support for major league baseball. (Carolina Journal)
Cause
Double scoop me, please. Two Roosters is offering Appalachian Apple Stack Cake at all six locations through Thursday, Oct. 31 to raise funds for relief efforts in NC. All proceeds from this flavor featuring an apple butter base, chunks of molasses cake + buttermilk frosting will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse.
Kids
Raleigh Parks is hosting “Letters to Santa” at select community centers this holiday season. Families can use provided templates to write letters, and can drop them off between Nov. 25 and Dec. 17. Santa’s reply letters can be picked up starting Dec. 18 — registration is not required to participate.
Eat
La Farm Bakery, known for its artisan French pastries, plans to open a new location in downtown Apex, transforming a vacant former bank into a café and retail shop. The Apex Town Council has approved rezoning, and further plans are pending. (The News & Observer)
Number
500. That’s the number of national merit awards Wake County Public School System’s Magnet program has received since 1996. Think these innovative K-12 schools could be right for your student? Explore programs + meet with 60+ reps at the Magnet and Early College Fair happening Saturday, Oct. 26.*
Wellness
Pamper your pals this holiday season with a private spa soirée at Woodhouse Spa. Grab a group of up to eight for a custom spa experience with champagne + charcuterie, salt room sessions, spa swag bags + more. Book your bliss.*
Drink
Staying hydrated is easy (and delicious) with NativePath’s Hydrate drink mix. Each serving includes essential amino acids + electrolytes that foster optimal hydration with zero added sugar.*
Finance
If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Experts identified these top credit cards for anyone looking to pay down debt with no interest until 2026.*
Events
Plan Ahead
🐲 Chinese Lantern Festival returns
Each lantern is created by hand with silk fabric. | Liz Condo Photography
Alexa, play “Diamonds” by Rihanna. The Triangle’s brightest festival is nearly here and we couldn’t be more excited.
NC Chinese Lantern Festival returns for its ninth year at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary on Saturday, Nov. 16 and will run until Sunday, Jan. 12. Amassing hundreds of thousands of attendees each year, the self-guided walking tour displays 50+ large lantern displays and features nightly performances.
Sensory Friendly Night is scheduled for Dec. 3 and will feature lower music levels, decreased capacity, access to a quiet area + strobe lights will be discontinued for the evening.
The Twilight Experience will be on Mondays + Sundays and will allow crowds to see the lights come to life starting at sunset.
The Buy
The Buy
These best-selling flameless floating candles. Transform your living room or entryway with a touch of October magic, thanks to these candles that appear to be floating in midair.
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