Catch T’Keyah’s next soundbath session at Current Wellness on Sunday, April 13. | Photo by Current Wellness
If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to prioritize your wellness in 2025 — you’re not alone. According to the Health & Fitness Association, 96 million US adults plan to prioritize health and wellness this year. Forbes helped us identify top wellness trends and we found local places to get you going.
Sound baths
This sound meditation practice is increasing in popularity, and local spots like Current Wellness are meeting the demand with monthly sessions. The next event is Sunday, April 13.
Pro tip: You can always visit our events page and search for sound bath events.
Forest bathing
Relaxing in nature is always in style. Check out JC Raulston Arboretum for upcoming tours.
Farm-to-table eating
Trends show that we’re being more intentional with what we consume. Find fresh eats at restaurants like Poole’s, Crawford & Son, and Mandolin, which are farm-to-table + use locally sourced ingredients.
3/21 Day: Disability Inclusion in the Workplace | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Pendo | $58 | Triangle professionals will join 321 Coffee to learn how to champion disability inclusion in the workplace and turn awareness into action.
Cary Night Market | 5-9 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park | Free | Enjoy a market filled with local vendors + artisans accompanied with live music.
Special Event: Josh Blue | Friday, March 21 + Saturday, March 22 | Goodnights Comedy Club | Times vary | $33+ | Laugh the night away with this comedian who won season four of “Last Comic Standing.”
Saturday, March 22
Raleighoke: Live Band Karaoke | 7 p.m. | Tap Yard Raleigh | $9 | Sing your heart out + off-key while enjoying a live band.
As the Women’s NCAA Tournament tips off, the NC State women’s basketball team is currently ranked at No. 9 in the conference. Whether you’re watching live from Reynolds Coliseum or at a local spot, stay up to date as the action unfolds.
Traffic
A study conducted by the NC Turnpike Authority is evaluating toll options for the Capital Boulevard Improvement Project, aiming to ease traffic between I-540 and Wake Forest. Set to begin in 2027, the project is expected to take six years and will replace stoplights with interchanges, aiming to address flow of traffic. (WRAL)
Civic
Raleigh’s Mayor Janet Cowell will present the inaugural address on Wednesday, March 26 at 6 p.m. at CAM Raleigh. The address will outline city council’s first 100 days, focusing on housing and public safety. Attend the event in person or watch via video link on the city’s homepage.
Biz
Raleigh is set to host its free Legal Lift for Small Businesses event on Monday, April 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Raleigh Convention Center. The event will offer workshops on legal challenges, accounting, and resources for entrepreneurs + panel discussions and opportunities aimed at empowering local business owners.
Transportation
After investing millions into a rental car facility, RDU canceled its plan due to escalating costs and shifting priorities. RDU aims to move forward and explore alternative concepts, possibly repurposing existing parking garages. (Triangle Business Journal)
Real Estate
Wake County will implement a two-year property revaluation cycle starting in 2027 to reduce homeowners’ tax “sticker shock” and better capture new construction. The move aims to ensure fairer property assessments and curb significant tax rate hikes. Wake will be the first NC county to adopt this approach. (The News & Observer)
Try This
Join Downtown Raleigh Alliance and Artspace on Thursday, March 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. for a neighborhood social. Attendees can expect complimentary refreshments, to connect with the Downtown Raleigh Alliance team, and explore the “Big Ink” art exhibition — don’t forget to RSVP for free.
Morning After Grace is a hilarious + heartwarming new play opening tonight, March 21, at Raleigh Little Theatre. Set in a Florida retirement community, this unconventional “rom-com” comedy has already sold half of its run — and the rest of the tickets are going fast. Snag yours.*
These special plates will arrive in four to six months. | Photo provided by NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Calling all dinosaur lovers. The NC Museum of Natural Sciences recently debuted a new dinosaur license plate. The design features the skeleton of the rare dinosaur Acrocanthosaurus, one of the museum’s signature dinosaurs.
Acrocanthosaurus, also referred to as Acro, lived 110 million years ago and is called the “Terror of The South” for preying on other larger dinosaurs.
Get in on the dino action and pre-order a standard plate for $30, with $20 directly benefiting the museum’s programs like the Journey to Space Exhibition. You can also personalize the plate with letters and numders for $60.
Applications must be postmarked by Friday, April 18, and plates will arrive between four to six months. Questions? No problem. Reach out to Kayla Gurley via email. We can’t wait to see your dino plates roar on the road.
The Buy
The Buy
A breathable long-sleeve tee, great to pair with jeans and jackets on cool spring days.
As someone who is afraid of snakes, NC’s copperhead season gives me a lot of anxiety. After reading this safety list, I’m feeling a little at ease about possible snake encounters.
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