New and coming soon in North Hills | The Midtown shopping district has experienced a dynamic transformation over the past year, making it an exciting hub for both Raleighites and visitors. With new businesses opening and more on the horizon, the development continues to evolve, and we’re excited, to say the least.
Welcome back to WNC | While many towns remain in recovery mode and are temporarily closed to guests, nearly a month later, multiple Western North Carolina communities are beginning to welcome visitors back.
We’re still in the Halloween spirit | Raleigh is crawling with history — and ghosts, too, according to Raleigh Walking Tours guide Tricia Sabol. As a guide to Oak City for over seven years, we talked to Sabol about Raleigh’s ghastly inhabitants and other haunting stories.
Events
Events
Saturday, Nov. 2
Moonlight in the Garden | Times vary | JC Raulston Arboretum | $5+ | The arboretum is aglow with light installations, music, and food trucks.
David Sedaris | 8 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium | $60 | Raleigh native and humorist David Sedaris will come back home for a pair of shows featuring his dry wit in his new book “Happy-Go-Lucky.”
NC State Football vs. Stanford | 12 p.m. | Carter-Finley Stadium | The Pack and the Cardinal will meet for the first time in program history for NC State’s homecoming.
Sunday, Nov. 3
Trunkshow Vintage Spectacular | 10 a.m. | TrunkShow | Free | Head to this vintage shop for a morning of shopping for clothing, houseware, and furniture, plus tarot card readings, a DJ, and more.
NC State Women’s Basketball vs. ETSU | 7 p.m. | Reynolds Coliseum | $30 | During the Pack’s season opener, the banner for the 2023-24 season that ended in the Final Four will be raised.
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Whose Live Anyway? | 7:30 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | $46+ | These on-screen improvisers will perform an original show from Raleigh.
Stella’s, a new dive bar open on North West Street, offers a retro, community-focused vibe and local art. The menu features classic drinks and seasonal cocktails, along with non-alcoholic and THC options. Owner Ali told Raleigh Magazine, “the space aims to make everyone feel like a regular.” (Raleigh Magazine)
Civic
Have you voted yet? Join the over 3 million NC voters who’ve cast their ballots before early voting ends today at 3 p.m. — both local + national races are on the ballot this year.
Coming Soon
In case you missed it, Pulitzer Prize-winning musician Rhiannon Giddens will host a new music festival in Durham called Biscuits & Banjos April 25-27. Musicians involved include Rissi Palmer and a Carolina Chocolate Drops reunion. (INDY Week)
Drink
Honeygirl Meadery is moving into a new 3,000 sqft facility at Durham’s American Tobacco Campus. Founded in 2014, the meadery will feature a tasting room, two bars, and an outdoor patio. The grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 16 will include samples and special dishes from James Beard Award-winning chef Ricky Moore from Saltbox. (The News & Observer)
Wellness
Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Current Wellness would feel. Find your flow at these Raleigh yoga studios.
Travel
Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to RDU for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Number
$2.93. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in NC right now. Read more about the cost of living in Oak City, including the median household income, and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
City Guide
City Guide
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There are 23 Wake County Public Library locations. | Photo by RALtoday
Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe you’re just in the giving spirit. Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 37 ways to get involved in the City of Oaks.
A tiny label maker that’s a bestseller and on deal for a limited time. Organize pantry items, office supplies, cables, and anything you can stick a label on (stay still, kids).
Happy Saturday, Raleigh. This weekend, you can find us avoiding the City of Oaks Marathon road closures, shopping at TrunkShow’s Vintage Spectacular, and enjoying that extra hour of sleep on Sunday.
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