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This is Why We Support WINi

Kari Stoltz with WINi sponsor Bank of America talks female empowerment in the workplace, and the local community.

10 Books to Read for Black History Month

Poetry, memoir, and novels from Black authors, many with North Carolina connections.by Amber Brown, Sarah Goddin, and Mamie Potter With Black History Month underway, it’s a great time to pick up inspiring poetry, novels, and memoirs from Black authors. To…

10 New Books to Check Out this Spring

As we continue head into another year with (still) more time at home, the escape of a good book is may be more critical than ever.

For 18 Years, Mary Poole Helped Build the Triangle’s Art Scene

Outgoing Artspace CEO Mary Poole carved out a place for local artists in Raleigh. by Joel Haas In 1980, the Raleigh Arts Commission recommended the establishment of a center for visual and performing arts run by a non-profit corporation. Set…

9 Books to Check Out in December

Take advantage of a few days off this month to curl up with one of these novels recommended by Mamie Potter of Quail Ridge Books.

The Whirl: Beach Tailgate

Greg and Susan Weaver hosted a tailgate on Atlantic Beach on October 25 to watch the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and North Carolina State Universty football game. The Weavers welcomed fans from both teams and no one was injured…

The Whirl: Oakwood Wine Tasting

On Saturday, October 24, a small group gathered for an evening of Sonoma- style wine tasting in an event dubbed the Oakwood Winefest 2020. Each couple brought bottles of wine from local retailers, including many from North Carolina vineyards, to…

The Whirl: Dix Park Diwali Celebration

On Saturday, November 7 Dix Park hosted its first-ever celebration of Diwali, the Indian festival of lights in partnership with VAE Raleigh. Participants like artist Vanipriya Ponnapalli drew mandalas with chalk in the parking lot across from the Flower Cottage….

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