Try the Pride cocktail made with lavender gin. | Photo by RALtoday.
Pride Month is celebrated throughout June to honor the LGBTQ+ community, and Raleigh’s Pride Month calendar is bursting with events throughout the city. Here are just some of Raleigh’s signature Pride events to celebrate love + community in Oak City.
Pride Market and Drag Show | Saturday, June 14 | 12-4 p.m. | Hartwell Raleigh | Free entry | Put on by queer- and minority-owned business Urban Pothos, this event will benefit the LGBT Center of Raleigh.
Pride Drag Show | Sunday, June 15 | 5-8 p.m. | Boxcar Bar + Arcade | Free entry | Enjoy colorful drag performances by Ema Del Rey, Jada J Agave, Byanka Bangsum, and Saniya Chanel Iman.
Drag Bingo Night | Monday, June 23 | 7-9 p.m. | The Longleaf Hotel and Lounge | Free entry | Head to this bingo night hosted by Chanté Elise Cassidy. Make sure to grab a burger or hot dog from Ghost Pepper Industries.
Late Night at Longleaf: Stand Up Comedy | 9-11 p.m. | The Longleaf Hotel and Lounge | Free | Have an evening of laughter while watching sets from Liz Donehue, Jake Weddle + more.
Saturday, June 14
Painted Pottery Pop-Up | 9-11 a.m. | Notes Coffee House, Apex | $30 | Paint your choice of pottery and enjoy an included bev of choice.
Since 2008, The Big Crafty has brought artists of all kinds and art lovers to WNC. | Photos courtesy The Big Crafty
Mark your calendar for one of the most creative weekends of the year: The Big Crafty art festival returns to Asheville Saturday, July 12-Sunday, July 13.
Plus, to make the trip even more worthwhile, the festival takes place in walkable downtown Asheville — just steps from award-winning restaurants and local shopping.
Summer is coming. The summer solstice is this Friday, June 20, which marks the astronomical start of the season. It’s also the longest day of the year — measured by the amount of daylight — and the sun will set in Raleigh at 8:33 p.m.
Older Adults
Uber is introducing new accounts for seniors with features like a larger typeface, fewer buttons, and easier-to-follow instructions. It’s now live in Raleigh — good news if you were planning to take an Uber to the next big event. (The Verge)
Eat
Lettuce celebrate Fresh Veggies Day, which is Monday, June 16. The observance commemorates the nutritional value of vegetables, and there’s no better way to partake than by stocking up at a local farmers market.
Trend
We think lime green nails would look good on you. In fact, fruit nails are trending — and lime is the most searched fruit nail color in South Carolina. Get in on the trend and take a picture with your viral nails holding a watermelon from the farmers market. (Flourish)
Stat
Just 37% of employees completely disconnect from work when they’re on vacation. We won’t be hurt if you miss a couple of our newsletters if it makes it easier to ignore those work emails. Just don’t forget to check out what you missed and tag @raltoday on your local adventures. (Dayforce)
Fun Fact
62.5 mg. That’s how much caffeine is in an ounce of espresso — nearly four times the amount in an ounce of brewed coffee. If this data has you buzzing for your next jolt of energy, find your caffeine fix at one of Raleigh’s coffee shops. (Visual Capitalist)
Family
Dive into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss at The Cat Behind the Hat, a new exhibit at Crabtree. 3D sculptures that’ll make you want to re-read your childhood faves, early illustrations, and even rare pieces from his personal collection. Sam I am going.*
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The Buy
A fun statement purse for summer:
🌸 Instantly update outfits for dinners out with friends when you add this flower purse for under $30.
🐚 Beach nights can’t handle this shell beaded bag with handstitched natural shell sequins.
💎 Choose your favorite color of Anthropologie’s Fiona beaded bag and watch the compliments flood in.
🥝 Madewell’s best-selling handwoven mini tote comes in bright summer colors like kiwi, apricot, and festival red.
👀 If you’re searching for something simple instead, this crochet tote bag is under $30 and will look adorable for walks, beach days, or running errands.
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.
What’s your favorite flavor from Andia’s Ice Cream?
26.2% of you chose Baklava with Oreo Latte as an honorable mention. City Editor Danyale here. Aside from my love for Andia’s lavender flavored iterations, this month’s strawberry matcha flavor has me hooked.
Happy Friday, Oak City. If you’re celebrating a father, father figure, or someone else in your life who deserves love this weekend, consider treating them to a tasty brunch at one of these go-to spots in Raleigh.
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