Now celebrating 25 years on campus, the Centennial Campus Center for Innovation Magnet Middle School champions creativity through hands-on learning that builds problem-solvers for the future.
Using Design Thinking, students learn to empathize, explore challenges, and refine their ideas until they find what works. Here, teachers lead by example, modeling curiosity and a growth mindset that turns mistakes into momentum.
🧪 Learning beyond the classroom
When your school sits on a university campus, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door.
This Scandinavian-inspired ITB home feels straight out of an RH catalog, and you can be its first owner. This house at 3349 Hampton Rd. is still under construction, but its well worth the wait. With a gourmet kitchen, perfectly hued accents, a wine bar, and five bedrooms, we’re in love.
Community
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, and many city + county offices will be closed in observance. All Wake offices, libraries, and the animal center will be closed, and NC State will host its annual Veterans Day Honor Run and Ceremony — get more details.
Plan Ahead
The Chinese Lantern Festival, Playboi Carti, and the Wolfpack women’s basketball home opener. What do they all have in common? They’re all happening this week in Raleigh.Plan the rest of your month.
Environment
Wake County will launch a new study for an unnamed creek at the State Farmers Market to potentially improve stormwater management and create a greener environment. Once the study is completed in approximately 18 months, the county + farmers market will collaborate to implement the study’s recommendations.
On This Day
On November 10, 1969, the first-ever episode of “Sesame Street” aired. Over the years, many of us have learned and laughed with Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert + Ernie, and all the other familiar faces. Continue their legacy with a random act of kindness in Raleigh.
Number
25%. That’s how much grocery prices have climbed in recent years, while dining out is up about 30%. According to a new Hims study, fast food can actually be cheaper than groceries in Raleigh. Pro tip: Skip the drive-thru and grab lunch under $12 locally.
Try This
We don’t make the rules — cooler weather calls for more nights cozied up on the couch. Danny McBride’s “Eastbound & Down” was just named the best television series set in NC, so it’s the perfect excuse to hit play (again). Bonus: Elevate your night in with takeout from a new local restaurant. (Screen Rant)
Hear the songs + stories of Dolly Partonlike never before at this upcoming multimedia concert with the NC Symphony. Look forward to Dolly on the big screen, guest vocalists, and stunning symphonic arrangements of her most iconic hits. Times + tickets.*
Fun Fact
Posting on our local job board is like using a GPS for hiring. It gets you to the right talent without the scenic detours. Ready to find your dream candidate? Post your job today. It’s 100% free.
If you’re on the quest for the perfect slice, we’ve pie-oneered a list of 47 places to grab pizza in Raleigh that are definitely worth the dough.
Raleigh-style
Lilly’s Pizza | Locals love Lilly’s for its cool vibes and quality vegan toppings like Daiya cheese, baked + atomic tofu, vegan chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and more you may never see again on a slice.
Oakwood Pizza Box | Our readers raved about this Oakwood pizzeria’s crust — including its gluten-free option — and variety of toppings. Plus, they’re opening a new space in the former home of Capital Creations.
Trophy Brewing & Pizza | Grab a Raleigh-brewed beer and some friends to share a signature pizza with — or a personal size to keep to yourself.
Ruckus Pizza | With four locations in the Triangle, pizza from this 25-year-old biz is never far away — we love a giant slice for lunch or the barbecue chicken pie.
Gutter guards that make clogs physically impossible. Yes, really. Meet LeafGuard, a system with seamless construction that eliminates joints where leaks typically develop. The result? A maintenance-free solution that’s built to last. Bonus: Our readers save 75% off installation + an additional $200 off.
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.
Does November make you start craving turkey, gravy, and cranberry sauce in any form? My Way Tavern knows the feeling, which is why you can order The Gobbler all month long. Loaded with all your Thanksgiving fave, this specialty sammy isn’t one to miss.
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