This partially shaded patio has all the vibes you need. | Photo by Whiskey Kitchen
Now that the warmer temps are here to stay (but before it gets too hot), we’re planning to get outside as much as possible. In fact, we’ve made an itinerary for spending an entire day outdoors in Raleigh without having to head inside until night falls.
Morning
Start your day by heading to one of these local coffee shops — we’re prioritizing the patios at Black & White, Left Hook, and Morning Times.
From there, rent a bike via Cardinal Bikeshare (there’s probably a station near whichever coffee shop you choose) and ride through Dix Park, Pullen Park, downtown, or near NC State.
Afternoon
Depending on where you end your ride, we’ve got lunch options with outdoor patios. If you park the bike at...
Haiti As It Was | Through Thursday, July 31 | 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Gallery C Fine Art | Free | Tour this selection of Haitian art curated by gallerist Charlene Newsom.
Summer Story Time at the Museum | 10:30-11 a.m. | NC Museum of Natural Science | Free | Kids can enjoy a free story time — and might meet an animal ambassador, too.
WALLOWS | 7 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $35+ | Dance all night with this fun indie pop band with special guests Porches and Model.
Thursday, June 12
Marlon Wayans | Through Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | Raleigh Improv, Cary | $65+ | You know him from his film roles — now, see him live in Raleigh.
This week, Gipson Play Plaza has some new animal friends. A herd of goats from Goats on The Go are munching on plants + brambles around the park — and are the perfect photo opportunity. The goats are behind an electric fence, so visitors have to bleet their hellos from a distance. (The News & Observer)
Open
Ebisu, a Japanese lifestyle store on Hillsborough Street, is now open. This store has it all, including stationery, candy, and other household items. Approximately 80% of the stock is from Japan, and the remaining 20% is from the rest of Asia. Visit Ebisu, located near Cup A Joe and CVS. (ABC 11)
Eat
Scott Crawford’s French eatery is hosting an after-hours event next Saturday, June 21, and everyone’s invited. Jolie Noir will be a one-night affair starting at 11 p.m. with indulgent bites + bubbles, including croque monsieur and herb frites, and no ticket nor reservation is required.
Coming Soon
A trampoline park is taking the place of a shuttered furniture store near two others in North Raleigh. Launch Family Entertainment will open in the former Conn’s HomePlus store at the corner of Capital Boulevard and Millbrook Road. Next door, a Novu Beauty outlet store will open soon. (Triangle Business Journal)
Plan Ahead
The Triangle is booming with Pride Month events, and there’s more than just Out! Raleigh Pride in a few weeks. Apex, Durham, and more towns are hosting their own Pride events — celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at these events + more.
Coming Soon
Michelin will unveil its American South guide on Nov. 3 in Greenville, SC, and Raleigh + the Triangle could be on the list. The Michelin Guide has been recommending the best-of-the-best restaurants in the US for 20 years, and this will be the guide’s first visit to NC. (The News & Observer)
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Post of the Day
While we love our Durham neighbors, real ones know Raleigh-Durham is just the name of an airport. | Post by @flyrdu
This made us giggle. While real locals know there’s no such thing as Raleigh-Durham, your pilot might not. Don’t take their directions too literally or you’ll miss out on exploring two great, individual cities — but if you love flying out of RDU just as much as we do, we’ve got a guide to navigating the airport like a pro.
The shoe of the summer: sneaker mules (aka smules). Effortlessly stylish and easy to slip on, these can be paired with your go-to shorts, sundresses, linen jumpsuits, and more. These are five of our favorites:
👟 Under $150: Dolce Vita’s sporty-chic sneaker mules in a fun + flirty pink floral pattern.
👟 Under $80: This pair by Anne Klein that will go with practically everything in your closet.
👟 Under $60: Blowfish Malibu’s platform style with adjustable lacing and a unique patterned insole.
👟 Under $50: These Naturalizer white leather smules made with comfort technology for all-day walking.
👟 Under $30: These canvas kicks available in 15+ colors and constructed with a memory foam insole for maximum comfort.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Last week, I picked up my summer reading tracker from the library, and I’m already making great progress on my goals. Learn how to participate in this year’s Color Our World program for the chance to win car magnets, raffles, and more.
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