25 Christmas Eves
A writer reflects on a holiday tradition with humble beginnings that’s grown and flourished — and in some ways, remained the same.
Author Archives: Ayn-Monique Klahre
Proven Winners: Five Caterers Share their Go-to Party Dishes
Get some holiday hosting inspo from these Triangle food experts’ easy, tried and true crowd-pleasers.
Musical Gifts: 7 Local Albums to Give this Season
For the music lover in your life, consider one of these new records by Raleigh, Triangle and North Carolina musicians.
Wild Rituals: Inside Earth Folk Apothecary
Sri Lankipalli keeps her South Indian traditions alive with herbal remedies she makes by hand in her West Raleigh studio.
High Gliders: North Carolina’s Flying Squirrels
Though it’s hard to spot these nocturnal creatures, flying squirrels are surprisingly abundant in our forests and neighborhoods.
Making History: An Interview with Ken Howard
The former director of the North Carolina Museum of History reflects on his tenure with the institution and plans for retirement.
The Angus Barn’s Christmas Tradition
Each year, an all-volunteer crew decorates the iconic Raleigh restaurant with thousands of lights, nutcrackers, reindeer and more.
A Deeper Roast: Little Waves Coffee
Areli Barrera Grodski and Leon Grodski Barrera are Durham-based roasters that offer coffee with a focus on community.
Earthen Vessels: Ben Owen III’s Pottery Tradition
From Seagrove North Carolina to the world beyond, renowned potter Ben Owen III shares his range of iconic vessels
48 Hours in Wilmington
A weekend trip in the off-season reveals excellent cocktails, great food and plenty of cultural opportunities.
The Whirl: Balentine Office Opening Celebration
On Sept. 21, Balentine held a cocktail reception to celebrate its new office with more than 150 friends of the firm.
The Whirl: 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop
The City of Raleigh Museum honored the 50th anniversary of hip hop with a Symposium, Black Party Street Festival and Sneaker Ball.
The Whirl: La Maison Grand Opening
On Sept. 28, La Maison had a ribbon cutting for its flagship design store in North Hills, with a welcome tour, raffle drawings and bouquets.
The Whirl: BELIEVE Bash 2023
BELIEVE – Stroke Recovery Foundation hosted its inaugural BELIEVE BASH at Whitaker & Atlantic, raising more than $117,000.