The Whirl: I ♥ Purim: An Intergalactic Gala
On March 25, the Friends of the Judaic Art Gallery hosted its 11th I ♥ Purim fundraiser, this year themed An Intergalactic Gala.
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The Whirl: Skate Raleigh Groundbreaking
On March 22, Skate Raleigh officially broke ground on its downtown skatepark project on Dortch Street.
The Whirl: Designed for Joy Bag Launch
Designed For Joy celebrated a new leather handbag line with a launch party in their Warehouse District studio on March 30.
The Whirl: An Evening of Art
WALTER hosted renowned visual artist Beverly McIver in conversation with Liza Roberts at downtown’s Contemporary Art Museum.
End Note: The Unlikely Path
A self-professed couch potato ventures to new frontiers — the greenway, the American Tobacco Trail, and beyond — and finds herself.
Meet North Carolina’s High School Poet Laureates
A new program developed by Jaki Shelton Green celebrates talented young poets across the state. Meet the first four high school laureates.
Poetry: Times Change, Us Too by Leah Dew
This poem is by Leah Dew, the High School Poet Laureate at South Columbus High School, and reflects on the passage of time.
Poetry: Boylan Bridge by Justin Wellons
This peaceful poem by the East Columbus Junior/Senior High School Poet Laureate finds joy in humanity and our cities.
Poetry: Mallard Ducks
A poem from Terri Kirby Erickson about a pair of old, married mallard ducks.
Simple Life: Cadillac Joe
While his azaleas are long gone, the legacy of Joe Franks — a man who loved listening to Sinatra while waxing his car — lives on.
Beads on a String: Will Lee Smith’s New Novel Be her Last?
The Southern author discusses her latest novel, Silver Alert. The 15th book from Smith, it leaves readers with memorable characters.
How to Make a Mambo Sun
Pineapple, lime and grenadine mix balance out the mezcal in this smoky, tropical cocktail at Neptunes Parlour.
Let There Be Light: Neptunes Parlour is back
Martin and Erin Wheeler have reopened the underground bar, and will keep the craft cocktails, live music and good vibes flowing.
The Diaper Bank of NC Covers the Basics
Founded in 2013 by Michelle Old, this organization distributes diaper and hygiene products to babies, teens, women and seniors.