The Raleigh Symphony Orchestra Taps the Community to Offer New, Diverse Music
Led by director Jim Waddelow, this local group of musicians and composers performs a range of music.
Monthly Archives: January 2020
Wee Care gives kids a chance to succeed
Wee Care, a nonprofit in Wake County, offers free preschool for low-income children to prepare them for kindergarthen both academically and socially.
A Year in Cakes: 12 Months of Trying New Bakeries
A father’s love for dessert and CC Parker’s dedication to trying new things combine for a sweet adventure.
8 ways to stay cozy this winter
With winter in full swing, here are 8 ways to stay cozy while you are out and about.
WALTER Presents: Behind the Scenes at the Executive Mansion
On December 11, WALTER joined first lady Kristin Cooper and members of the Executive Mansion Fine Arts Committee for an exclusive tour of the Executive Mansion before it opened to the public for the holidays.
WALTER Presents: An Evening with Celia Rivenbark
Last November,WALTER readers gathered at The Fairview in dowtown Raleigh to hear from author and humorist Celia Rivenbark.
Charles Phaneuf becomes new director of the United Arts Council
State of the Arts: The United Arts Council, which celebrated 30 years of work in the community last year, welcomes a new director and celebrates local creativity.
8 things to do in January
Break out the grip of the winter doldrums by planning an outing for a nourishing dose of culture, music, history, science or a little giving back to the community.
Now Hear This: A Forward Look at the Music Scene in the Triangle
The Triangle’s commanding a fair amount of attention across a wide range of styles, from bluegrass to hip-hop. Here is some of what to look for in 2020.
In Sight: A Preview of Local Exhibitions in 2020
From paintings by North Carolina artists to exhibits that showcase African and African American talent, the Raleigh area will offer dynamic, diverse artwork.
Where to Drink in 2020
Where do bartenders actually go? Here’s a mix of local dive bars, upscale cocktail bars and straight-up great local watering holes so you can figure out where to drink in 2020.
The Great Cover Up: Local musicians play the hits
If you’ve ever wished you could see some of the biggest musicians of our time play all in one night, check out The Great Cover Up performance series at Kings in January. Area musicians fully impersonate big-name bands—from vocals and instrumentation right down to the costumes.
The Whirl: Women Making Change
Dress for Success Triangle raised more than $87,000 at its Women Making Change luncheon October 10 at the Embassy Suites Cary.
The Whirl: John Russell Book Launch Party
Guests gathered at the home of Joyce Fitzpatrick November 25 to celebrate the launch of All the Right Circles, a novel set in Raleigh by John Russell.