October 2023 Poem: What I Kept
A writer reflects on the items she held on to after her mother passed away.
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A Farewell to Golf
Reflections on a decades-long friendship and fairway rivalry, sparked by a beautiful fall evening.
Tricks & Treats: Halloween Costumes Inspired by Iconic Raleigh Food
If you’re stumped on how to dress on October 31, why not take inspiration from some of our favorite spots to dine? Happy Ral-o-ween!
Rambling Ways: David Menconi’s New Book about Rounder Records
The longtime North Carolina music writer tells the history of an influential Americana music label in his new book, Oh, Didn’t They Ramble.
The Whirl: Fab Foo Grand Reopening
The Fab Foo’s grand re-opening began with a party for friends and family, celebrating the move and the launch of Raleigh Cocktail Company
The Whirl: Shelley Smith Reception
On August 30, The Umstead Hotel & Spa hosted a reception for visual artist Shelley Smith’s month long exhibition
The Whirl: Ella West Gallery Opening
The first exhibit, Return to Parrish Street: A Dream Realized, features work by artists Clarence Heyward, Kennedi Carter and Ransome.
The Whirl: NCRLA Chef Showdown 2023
NC chefs and mixologists gathered at the Angus Barn for the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association’s 2023 Chef Showdown.
The Whirl: Designed for Joy Anniversary
Designed For Joy hosted an open house on to celebrate the sixth anniversary of its W. Cabarrus Street location.
The Whirl: Coastal Urge Opening
Claude Pope III, owner of Bald Head Blues and President of Coastal Urge, celebrated the opening of his second Coastal Urge store.
The Whirl: Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow 2023
The event brought together more than 5,000 members of both the tribal and wider community for a day of competitive dancing, music and food.
Creative Pursuits: An Airy, Handmade Home in Capitol Heights
Daniel and Susan Woodard Kelly renovated their 1950s-era house to suit their family, filling it with art, vintage finds and family heirlooms.
Giving Garden: Preston Montague’s Welcoming Landscape
This Durham garden expert transformed a small, gravelly front yard into a thriving ecosystem of herbs, perennials and succulents.
Rooted in Raleigh: Whitney & Josh Otto’s Friendly, Elegant Home
This Five Points house was renovated to suit a family of four. It’s filled with classic furnishings, fun patterns and NC-made pieces.