🍽️ Prepare your palate for Mala Pata + Peyote | A new flavor-forward Latin American eatery and bar is coming to Gateway Plaza in Raleigh. See when it’s opening and what to expect.
🥗 Get in the (salad) mix | We sat down with the founder of DICED, Michelle Woodward, to talk small business, fresh ingredients, and what’s next on her plate.
Museum Untold Tours | 2-4 p.m. | NC Museum of Natural Sciences | $25 | Take an engaging and in-depth tour of the museum — plus, hear untold stories.
Jay Pharoah | 6:30 p.m. | Raleigh Improv, Cary | $40+ | Have a hearty laugh with a “Saturday Night Live” alum comedian.
North Carolina Courage vs. Orlando Pride | 7:30 p.m. | WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary | $16+ | Be a spectator as the Courage hits the field against the Orlando Pride.
Stravinsky: The Firebird NC Symphony | 8 p.m. | Meymandi Concert Hall | $33+ | Bask in a musical show conducted by Alessio Bax and directed by Carlos Miguel Prieto.
Girls Night Out | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Merrimon-Wynne House | $116+ | Have an evening out with your gal pals for an activity of candle making and wine + design.
Bingo Night | 7-9 p.m. | The Longleaf Hotel | Free | Earn prizes at this quirky game night.
A Love Letter to NC Strawberries Cooking Class | 6-8:30 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, Cary | $99 | Bask in strawberry season with a hands-on cooking class and learn to make brown butter ricotta crostini, finished with a balsamic-strawberry topping.
Visa and Mastercard just unveiled an AI agent that can shop and buy on its user’s behalf. Sounds nice if you’re the kind of person who always forgets to get more toilet paper, but can it enjoy a sunny day at the Farmstand at Raleigh City Farm? (TechCrunch)
The Word
Ailurophile. According to linguists, the word that means “cat lover” is one of the most beautiful in the English language. If you’re an Ailurophile yourself, check out adoptable cats at the SPCA of Wake County. (Word Smarts)
Outdoors
Looking for a spot to soak up the sun (or laze in the shade)? This tool allows users to find cafes in the sun or in the shade at different times of day — simply type in an address and look around. We think it’s the perfect supplement to our outdoor dining guide.
Pets
Bella, Luna, and Max. Those are the three most-popular dog names in NC, and we bet you’ll meet a few pups with those names while exploring dog-friendly spots in the Raleigh area. (U.S. News & World Report)
City Guide
City Guide
🏞️ One, two, tree: 37 parks to visit in Raleigh
Try this: Reedy Creek Trail at Umstead State Park. | Photo by RALtoday
Whether you’re looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, Raleigh features more than 200 parks to enjoy. Grab your shades and trusty water bottle — here are some of Oak City’s best:
William B. Umstead State Park
As Raleigh’s only state park, this scenic sanctuary covers 5,599 acres and is filled with hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, plus amenities that include boat rentals and campsites.
Laurel Hills Park
The Sassafras All Children Playground was designed to be inclusive of children of all abilities. Additional amenities include a small pond with a boardwalk, shelters, basketball courts, and fields.
Carolina Pines Dog Park
Dog parents can enjoy picnic tables while their companion runs around the small or big dog area; the area is lit at night.
Brentwood Park
This neighborhood park offers lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, sports fields, playgrounds, and a rental facility on 19 acres of land.
With summer right around the corner, we’re stocking up on lightweight linen essentials made by small businesses and sold on Etsy. Two of our favorites include this New Jersey-made shirtdress and this relaxed fit tee available in 40+ colors.
Efforts to support our neighbors in Western NC continue with the Delta Rae Revival, in partnership with Band Together, for a concert at The Ritz on Oct. 18. Tickets are on sale now.
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