Over the weekend, Tropical Storm Chantel brought heavy rains to Raleigh + its neighbors, causing floods — particularly in Orange and Durham Counties. Here are some resources to consider.
📣 For updates:
Check out CBS 17’s reports on information like damage and rescues.
North Carolina’s Weather Authority has been posting updates on closures, major flood areas, and more.
Before venturing out for recreational fun, head to Triangle Land Conservancy’s page to see updates on if nearby trails + bridges are closed.
🤝 Helping hands:
Those without water or power can head to Sauna House today for free services.
Send this list to your friends who need assistance in Orange + Alamance counties.
FlowCorps Studios will host donation-based classes this weekend + accept non-perishable food and hygiene items.
Seeing more local efforts on Instagram? Make sure you tag @raltoday so we can share in another newsletter.
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Wednesday, July 9
Downtown Cary Girls Night Out | 6-8 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, Cary | Free+, RSVP | Grab the gals for a night of shopping, strolling, and socializing with special sips + activities.
Jessie Reyez | 8 p.m. | The Ritz | $49+ | Come out to see this award-winning R&B + hip-hop artist on her “Paid in Memories” tour.
Thursday, July 10
Fringe Festival | Thursday, July 10-Sunday, July 13 | Times vary | Theatre Raleigh Arts Center | Free+ | This quirky performing arts fest celebrates everything weird + wonderful in the 919 and beyond.
Friday, July 11
NCMA Indoor Films | 8 p.m. | North Carolina Museum of Art | $5+ | See a special screening of “Babes,” a comedy following lifelong friends Eden and Dawn as they navigate motherhood.
Mungo Homes acquired 345 acres in a $12.4 million deal — with plans to build over 1,800 residential units. The site, on Hodge Road near the River Ridge Golf Club, will feature apartments, townhomes, single-family homes + connectors and trails once complete over the next 10-15 years. (Triangle Business Journal)
Civic
In case you missed it, the City of Raleigh is working to update its bike and pedestrian plans for the first time in ~10 years. Residents can take the second Active Mobility Plan survey now through Friday, July 11 — weigh in with your recommendations + priorities.
Coming Soon
Do any readers remember when Godfather’s Pizza was serving slices before it closed in 1986? The pizza franchise will make its return to Oak City with a location set to open on Glenwood Avenue this fall. Bonus:Share your memories of the original spot with us.
Travel
Make sure your passports are up to date because Aeroméxico will launch a nonstop flight from Raleigh to Cancun starting Dec. 18. This option will join American + Delta airlines, offering service seven days a week to this tropical destination.
Eat
How many roosters does it take to scoop a cone? Two. Local creamery Two Roosters is celebrating 10 years by decorating each shop inspired by a decade + serving limited-time flavors from Tuesday, July 15 through Sunday, July 20. You’ll see us at Greystone for the Dunkaroos.
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Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky ranked No. 8 on Rivers Wall Art’s “Top 126 Coolest Art Installations in the US” list. You can find this sculpture in the wooded area of NCMA Park — learn how it functions as a pinhole camera.
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We’re checking out bikes instead of books in this library. | Photo provided by @parkcentralraleigh
The Bike Library, known for its container that operates as Raleigh’s only trailside rental shop, has brought its services to the West End neighborhood.
Now, you can head to the newly opened storefront inside Platform Apartments every Tuesday through Sunday to get your:
Bike fix
Buy a new or refurbished bike, or rent a restored model — rates start at $25 for two hours. This can also be your one-stop shop for repair services, from tune-ups and overhauls to flat fixes and hydraulic bleeds.
Caffeine fix
Meet up with other bike enthusiasts for a cup of coffee made from local roastery The Left Hook. The perfect start to any bike ride.
Bonus: Don’t miss the grand opening celebration on Friday, Aug. 8 + weekly rides like the Espresso Express.
When visiting, you might also want to check out neighboring business, Homebody Yoga + the upcoming second location of Mood nail salon.
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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.
Good morning, Raleigh. To help get a crash course on Oak City, I recently learned 15 interesting facts around town. My favorite one? I now know where to find over 40 free historic attractions + museums on my next visit.
You’re all the experts though — share your favorite fun facts with me.
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