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Raleigh has a variety of organizations with volunteer opportunities. | Photo provided by No Woman No Girl
Next week is National Volunteer Week, an opportunity to get out in your community and make a difference — and there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you.
If you’re an animal lover
SPCA of Wake County | Sign up to help homeless animals feel loved by becoming a dog walker, assisting with grooming, and much more.
Wake County Animal Center | Nurture less fortunate pets with countless opportunities to help out around the shelter.
SAFE Haven for Cats | More of a feline friend? Donate your time by becoming part of the litter box team, fostering a kitten, or helping with events.
If you want to help your neighbors in need
Meals on Wheels | Dedicate one to two hours of your day to help feed an older or disabled neighbor in our community.
Note in the Pocket | Volunteer as a group or individual to sort and fold clothes at this nonprofit providing quality clothing to homeless and impoverished children + families.
No Woman No Girl Initiative | Give back to women and girls in the Triangle by distributing basic hygiene materials to the community + teaching life skills.
Winston-Salem’s stunning gardens are the gateway to the Yadkin Valley Wine Region. | Photo provided by Visit Winston-Salem
Did you know? One of our country’s best wine regions is right here in NC.
Just an hour outside of Winston-Salem, find 45+ wineries just waiting for you to explore. Coupled with Winston-Salem’s lush gardens and award-winning al fresco dining, your perfect springtime getaway awaits.
If we only had a weekend, we’d spend a day touring vineyards amid rolling hills, sleep in a historic Winston-Salem hotel, then plan a morning stroll through the blossoms using the garden guide.
The Canes will play Game 1 against the Ottawa Senators tomorrow, April 18 at 3 p.m., marking the first game of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Let’s go Canes!
Concert
Live After 5 is back starting Thursday, May 14 with NC artists of nearly every genre. Popping up at Moore Square, Raleigh Union Station, and Seaboard Station, expect free live music from 7 to 9 p.m. with artists like Harvey Street, Fancy Gap, Azul, and more.
Try This
Speaking of music — tomorrow is Record Store Day. Check out Raleigh’s local vinyl scene and get ready for exclusive drops at your favorite stores.
Community
Raleigh has issued Stage 1 water restrictions effective Monday, April 20 because of increasing drought conditions. The city says it acts earlier to prevent further problems down the road. Read up on outdoor watering guidelines, and expect tap water only upon request at restaurants.
Coming Soon
The Omni Hotel in downtown Raleigh will include a cafe from high-end golf apparel brand Peter Millar with beans from Black & White Coffee, including a special Peter Millar blend that will be used across the nation. (Triangle Business Journal)
Talk
Tina Knowles — AKA Beyoncé and Solange’s mom — will headline “Her Legacy: Celebrating Matriarchs, Mothers and Mentors” on Saturday, May 2 at Durham’s Sheraton Imperial Hotel. Plus, plenty of local female leaders will also offer their expertise. Tickets are on sale now.
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We love all our poetry contest finalists, but there can only be one winner. Read the poems based on one of our newsletters and vote for your favorite.
Think the $1.50 hot dog is the best deal at Costco? These 10 lesser-known perks might surprise you — including vacation packages and members-only movie tickets.*
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🏡 Find fresh design inspo at next week’s Spring Home Tour
Presented by The Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County
Welcome to the cotton corner. Shop great 90-100% cotton finds we love under $30 — you’ll reduce microplastic exposure, fill your wardrobe with breathable, hypoallergenic fabrics, and invest in clothes that will hold up over time.
👚 This 95% cotton tee is so cute, under $15 while sales last, and the perfect layering piece for any outfit.
👖 Speaking of outfit layering — throw this cotton linen button-down over tanks and tees all spring long.
🌼 A six-pack of breathable 95% cotton undies is what your underwear drawer has been missing.
👕 Grab this pure cotton men’s tee in a few of your favorite colors while they’re 40% off — maybe you can finally throw away those old hole-y ones.
👛 Be on trend in a square-neck cotton tee that just needs jeans, a cute purse, and jewelry to make a cute outfit.
Happy Friday, Raleigh. Last weekend, my friends and I tried the Carolina Hurricanes flavors at Two Roosters. Jordan Staal’s nondairy fudge brownie was my favorite, but it disappeared too fast for me to grab a good photo. A scoop might be the move with high temps this weekend.
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