The Great Raleigh Cleanup’s Backyard Birthday Bash is set for Saturday, Oct. 18, and you won’t want to miss it. | Photo provided by The Great Raleigh Cleanup
The Great Raleigh Cleanup is turning 5, and everyone’s invited to the party. Help keep Raleigh tidy on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Coastal Credit Union Music Park’s exclusive Backyard for an amphitheater cleanup and a birthday bash with good music, food, and bevs.
This event is pay-what-you-want to continue TGRC’s mission. Even if you can’t make it, consider donating to keep TGRC’s programs strong, like litter diversion at concerts, community cleanups, and The Workforce, which has provided over $50,000 in living wages to people experiencing homelessness.
“It’s a place where you’ll meet somebody who you’ll connect with,” Preston Ross III, founder and executive director, told RALtoday. “There are so many people from so many different walks of life, so many interests.” We’ll see you at the Backyard Birthday Bash.
An Ode to Summer Tomatoes | 6-8:30 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, Cary | $99 | Celebrate seasonal produce with sweet tomato jam, a chilled gazpacho, and savory tomato pie.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Movie Night: “Wicked” | 6-10 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park | Free | Don your green + pink for this musical blockbuster.
Rum Tasting and Cocktail Class | 7-10 p.m. | Wolf & Porter | $65 | Learn how to make an Anejo daiquiri with Flor de Caña rum and enjoy a charcuterie board during class.
Think morning strolls, sky-high zoo views, and nights filled with jazz, pinball, and perfectly mixed cocktails. | Photos provided by Experience Columbia SC
Looking for a quick getaway? Enter: Columbia, SC, the ultimate weekend escape. With vibrant culture, outdoor adventures, and a food-and-drink scene that keeps visitors coming back, two days is all you need to fall in love with the capital city.
Wake County Animal Center is at capacity and is in need of fosters + homes for its pets. With 240 dogs, 220 cats, all fees are still waived as part of its Clear the Shelter campaign for August. Start looking through the adoption gallery to find your new furry friend.
Sports
Take a look at NC State’s new football uniforms with some awesome Raleigh nods. In addition to “City of Oaks” on the back of player’s helmets, there’s a tiny acorn next to NC State on the jersey. Plus, the hype video has me proud of Raleigh + more excited than ever for football season.
Mansion Monday
This home’s sprawling backyard caught our eye, and its grand floating staircase just sweetens the deal. With 7 beds and 8 baths, this home is perfect for year-round entertaining and complete with a gaming area, salon, and a home theater all in the basement. Is the price tag worth it?
Weather
Phew, mugginess is on the rise across parts of the US. In Raleigh, 91% of the days in June + July were considered muggy due to their high humidity. If you’re looking for ways to cool off, we recommend taking a dip at a local swimming spot.
Drink
Save the date, pumpkin spice latte people — the beloved beverage will return to Starbucks on Tuesday, Aug. 26. Need something to sip in the meantime? Try a seasonal drink at one of Oak City’s local coffee shops.
Number
12,027. That’s roughly how many feet the world’s longest suspension bridge will be once completed. The project recently received final approval in Italy and will connect the boot-shaped mainland with the island of Sicily. Comparing that to Boylan Bridge’s 150 ft helps put it in perspective. (BBC)
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Bonus: Dogs are also welcome on The Longleaf Lounge patio. | Photo by The Longleaf Hotel and Lounge
Whether you’re in need of a drinking paw-tner at a local brewery, hitting the night market, or just dining out, well bone appetit. Get ready to dig into this guide for dog-friendly businesses around the City of Oaks.
🐾 Hotels
The Casso | Request your pup’s stay upon reservation for an additional fee at this Tribute Portfolio Hotel.
The Longleaf Hotel | All well-behaved dogs are welcome at this modernized mid-century hotel for a $50 flat fee (two per guest is allowed). Plus, they can also hangout on The Longleaf Lounge patio.
🐾 Shopping centers
Smoky Hollow | Pop by the Dose Yoga window for a pup cup, then drop into Hause of Dogs for a new seasonal bandanna and drool-worthy treats — your dog deserve it.
Village District | Most of the shops in this complex are dog-friendly, including Great Outdoor Provision Co., Uniquities, and of course, Woof Gang Bakery. Plus, there are doggy bag stations throughout.
The treat yourself organization staples you need to celebrate back-to-school season in style. No kids? No problem:
🗃️ This best-selling clear plastic drawer organizer set comes with 25 pieces — split them up around the house, or create the most organized office + desk system there ever was.
🌈 These legging organizers (yup, that product exists) save space in your closet and allow you to rainbow-fy your workout clothes.
🗂️ Speaking of rainbow-fy… grab a chic acrylic paper tray and a collection of rainbow file folders for a polished desktop look.
🗒️ Always writing to-do lists? You’ll probably love this one.
🖊️ Snag an instant mood-boosting purchase: rainbow felt-tip pens by Papermate.
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.
While working on this event with Preston and Volunteer Programs Manager Kaley, we got talking about how to make our lives more sustainable, and we all agreed — using what you have is better than something new. Join me at the Backyard Birthday Bash and we can keep talking about sustainable life hacks and how to keep our city litter free.
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