The Whirl: Sola Hot Mini 5K
Sola Coffee Café’s 8th annual Sola Hot Mini 5K took place on September 18 and raised more than $150,000 to benefit ALS research.
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The Whirl: Songs for a New World Opening Night
On July 27, North Carolina Theatre hosted an intimate party to celebrate the opening night of Songs for a New World.
The Whirl: Hinson Wu Trunk Show
In September, Kannon’s women’s clothing store hosted fashion designer Hinson Wu for a trunk show of his eponymous label.
The Whirl: WINnovation 2021
On September 17, WALTER hosted its seventh annual WINnovation summit, which celebrates female innovation, diversity, and the entrepreneurial spirit.
Old-World Wine
European-style grapes are thriving in North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley, thanks to its unique climate and history.
The Beauty of Change: Artist Damian Stamer
The Hillsborough based painter is known for his colorful work that combines realism and abstraction.
The Feel of Fall
A visual celebration of the beauty of autumn leaves in and around Raleigh.
Natural Balance: At Home with Eva Shockey
In her home and at the table, this outdoorswoman finds a way to incorporate nature.
Eva Shockey’s Family Recipes
Consider these recipes from outdoorswoman Eva Shockey, which she serves for Thanksgiving — or anytime.
November Poem: Quarantine Haircut
Greensboro poet Steve Cushman captures an unexpected, intimate moment in a time of isolation.
The Whirl: Season Kickoff Social
Singers from the North Carolina Master Chorale gathered in Pullen Park for fellowship and reconnection before their first rehearsal in over a year. Stavi’s food truck and desserts from Global Village made for a festive afternoon. __ This article originally…
The Whirl: Triangle Purple Heart Dinner
Dozens of Purple Heart recipients and Gold Star Mothers from the area were honored at the second Triangle Purple Heart Dinner on August 28th at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel. __ This article originally appeared in the October 2021 issue of…
The Whirl: Kickoff Ceremony for SECU DinoLab
On September 8, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences celebrated the groundbreaking for the SECU DinoLab, which will house the Dueling Dinosaurs, the best-preserved skeletons of T. rex and Triceratops unearthed to date. __ This article originally appeared in…
The Whirl: Bourbon, Bagpipes & Bacon
On August 28, Olde Raleigh Distillery in Zebulon held a Bourbon, Bagpipes & Bacon event to celebrate the launch of its third batch of their flagship brand. Brunos Burger Bar Food Truck offered many varieties of bacon. __ This article…