The great indoors — try browsing at Urban Pothos. | Photo by RALtoday
Pro tip: Use our guide to rainy day activities as a way to beat this heat. Today, we’re highlighting some ideas that still feel like summer fun without the sun.
Urban Pothos | Leave the photosynthesis to the plants + green your thumb inside during a workshop.
State Farmers Market | Feel free to brave the main covered section of the market, but you’ll find us indoors with the artisan goods, trinkets + treats — and most importantly, the AC.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema | Enjoy a new film in a retro atmosphere. Pro tip: After the movie, stop by Little Blue Bakehouse next door for sweet treats like macarons and ice cream.
Dose Yoga + Smoothie Bar | This one is for those that like the high temps but want to skip the sunburn. Challenge your core with a hot vinyassa flow + reward yourself with a smoothie.
Summer Sounds | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Westin Raleigh-Durham | Free+ | Take in Oak City from the rooftop + enjoy the alternative rock vibes that Cody Daniel brings.
I-85 Widening Project Seminar | 7-9 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Residents can gain a better understanding of the project, deadlines, and property rights.
Mario Adrion | 7:30 p.m. | Goodnights Comedy Club | $31 | Come out to see this comedian + YouTuber from a small town in Germany as he has fun with the struggles and stereotypes of being a retired male model.
Friday, July 11
Movie Night | 6-10 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park | Free+ | Get out of your swamp and head to the park for food trucks, activities + a sunset screening of “Shrek.”
Saturday, July 12
Zen + Swim Saturdays | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The Artist Lounge Raleigh | $10+ | Start your morning with a gentle yoga flow + champagne toast before relaxing in the pool.
Sunday, July 14
Raleigh Underground Market | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | North Hills, Midtown Park | Free+ | Shop from unique vendors, jam out to local music, and grab drinks and food with your friends and family.
Whether you’re prepping for a stylish back-to-school look or refreshing your fall wardrobe, Village District has you covered with deals up to 75% off and 20+ participating stores, including:
Crews are currently clearing trees and relocating utilities around Lake Wheeler Road for upcoming improvements. Once construction is complete, folks can expect new roundabouts, a multi-use path, raised intersections + continuous sidewalks — get the full picture.
Watch
Patrick Bailey, catcher for the San Francisco Giants + former NC State player, scored an inside-the-park walk-off home run. Bailey is the second catcher in MLB history to achieve this — the first was Bennie Tate in 1926.
Sports
Speaking of NC State players — Wolfpack fans and video game lovers can now play as some of their favorite players on EA Sports College Football 26. Released today, the game will feature tight end Justin Joly, defensive back Brian Nelson II, offensive tackle Jacarrius Peak + more top players. (247 Sports)
Outdoors
Due to flood damage, several state parks in the central + eastern areas of North Carolina are closed until further notice. This includes Eno River State Park, Jordan Lake + Falls Lake State Recreation Areas. Pro tip: Get updates by visiting the official parks website.
Coming Soon
A Charlotte-based concept is putt-ing its way to Oak City with Another Round Disc Golf coming to Atlantic Springs Road. Near Cedar Hills Park, the shop is set to open in August where it will feature disc golf retail items, an eight-beer taproom + a disc simulator. (Triangle Business Journal)
Eat
Sola Coffee Cafe is enjoying a little PTO — peach + tomato overload, that is. It’s prime time for these local fruits and the cafe is ready with a fresh menu. From heirloom tomato BLTs (including a merch drop) to peachy sandwiches, you’ll see us chowing down on these limited-time offerings while we can.
Talk
Downtown Raleigh Alliance has booked its speakers for the annual State of Downtown, slated for Thursday, Aug. 28. Attendees will hear from leaders (think: in the tourism, retail, and development industries) as they discuss the economic landscape, market trends, and future goals. Get your ticket + meet the speakers.
Job
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Asked
What’s hard, shiny, pretty, and projected to be valued at $4,000 per ounce in 2026? See the answer.†*
Asked
Which local spot has the best BLT?
A. Sola Coffee Cafe B. (ish) delicatessen C. Merritt’s Grill D. Other
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.
Since I’ve been with you all for a few days now, I thought it would be nice to share a little piece of where I’m from in Chattanooga, TN. If you go and see the new “Superman” movie, keep an eye out for Martha Kent (Clark Kent’s mother) — who was portrayed by an actress that lives just ~25 minutes away from the Scenic City.
Psst: I saw the movie the other night, you won’t be disappointed — check out showtimes at the IMAX Theatre at Marbles.
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