Black history events of all kinds await. | Photos via City of Raleigh and Wake County
Did you know? Black History Month originated as Negro History Week in 1926 and was presented by historian + author Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Woodson chose February to honor the birth months of Frederick Douglas and President Abraham Lincoln.
If you’re looking for local events + opportunities to commemorate Black History Month, we’ve found a few to get you going.
Celebrate Black Cinema | Tuesday, Feb. 11 + Tuesday, Feb. 25 | Free | Watch contemporary films “BlacKkKlansman” + “American Fiction” in the comfort of a community setting.
Living In Color | Through Friday, Feb. 28 | Free | This exhibition hosts various professional and student artists across NC. Each piece materializes people of color living in the South.
Galentine’s Tea | Through Sunday, Feb. 16 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Il Falò | $19 | Celebrate friendship over tea sandwiches, desserts, and crafted cocktails.
After Work Social | 4:30-9 p.m. | Slim’s Downtown | Free | Break the work week routine to take a load off and enjoy after hours socialization + tequila specials.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Galentine’s Day Wine Tasting | 5 p.m. | Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing | $40 | Explore a selection of red, white, and rosé wines accompanied by charcuterie-style snack pairings.
Glass Cloche Building Class | 6:30-9 p.m. | Flora Fauna WF, Wake Forest | $55+ | Create your own micro-habitat from scratch.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Downtown Karaoke | 9 p.m. | Free entry | Zenith Raleigh | Sing your heart out to some of your favorite tunes on or off key.
NC State made the Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Poll, ranking at No. 10. The Pack’s current record is 19-4, putting the team right above the Tar Heels at No. 12. Catch the Pack’s next home game on Thursday, Feb. 13. (AP News)
Concert
Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla will perform at the Dreamville Festival at Dorothea Dix Park on April 6. Dreamville, known as one of the biggest events in Raleigh, has attracted more than 100,000+ attendees since its 2019 debut but will end after this year’s fifth festival. (Axios Raleigh)
Traffic
Construction on the final phase of the Complete 540 project will begin this summer, closing the loop around Raleigh. Phase 2, costing $1.2 billion, will extend the highway from I-40 to I-87 in Knightdale, with completion expected by fall 2028. (Triangle Business Journal)
Health
Check wait times before you go — some Wake County hospitals are facing longer ER wait times due to a surge in flu cases. Some patients at WakeMed experienced waits of over an hour, with others waiting overnight. Health officials urge people to take precautions and seek care if necessary, especially for vulnerable groups. (CBS 17)
Sports
Under coach Kelly Stanicek, Wakefield High School’s cheer team transformed from a non-competitive squad to national champions in just two years. The team earned a spot at NCA Nationals in Dallas where the team won first place, marking the school’s first-ever national title. (CBS 17)
Art
The NC Museum of Art will host “The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure” from Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, June 29. The exhibition features works by 23 contemporary African diasporic artists, celebrating Black figures through the lens of Black artists. It explores identity, joy, and complexity.
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🥚 This is egg-actly what we’re going to do
Shopping locally can often get you a bang for your buck. | Photo by RALtoday
The egg shortage has plagued multiple states in the US, and NC is included. As bird flu cases rise and more flocks are affected, the price and supply of eggs are ever fluctuating, but fret not, we’ve got a few ideas that’ll get you egg-cited.
A start to navigating the shortage is to shop locally at farmers markets and community-owned stores like Weaver Street Market, with locations in Raleigh, Carrboro, and Hillsborough. Not only will you find fresh eggs, but you’re also supporting local farmers who are feeling the pinch too.
Farmers markets around Raleigh offer direct access to farm-fresh eggs, often sourced from small-scale local producers. Pro tip: Build a rapport with vendors at farmers markets and see if they’ll let you buy direct.
If you’re interested in finding egg substitutions, try potential prospects at local vegan + vegetarian restaurants like Pure Vegan Cafe, Element Gatropub.
The Buy
The Buy
Fun fact: Nordstrom Rack gets new arrivals every day that are marked down up to 60%. Here are some we have our eye on:
Seoul Grille has a robot host that escorts guests to their table. | Photo by RALtoday
I tried Korean barbecue for the first time at Seoul Grille, and it was overwhelming, but a fun new experience. I chose the Bronze package, and although I’m no chef, the food was still good. Pro tip: Always ask for butter to cook your meats + go during the week for the $26 Bronze special.
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