The Whirl: Greek Night at Parizade
On September 13th, a breezy Sunday night, restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias hosted a Grecian celebration of wine, food and entertainment at Durham restaurant, Parizade, for the 28th year in a row.
Category: Community
The Whirl: Socially Distanced Wedding Day
On May 16, Parker Davis and Jake Parrott celebrated what was supposed to be the day of their wedding at Christ Church but instead, at thier Oakwood home.
20 Things to Do in October
This October in the Triangle, soak up the outdoors, delicious local food, visual arts, virtual fun runs and more all month long.
No Place Like Gnome: A Bit of Magic on London Drive and Eton Road
Raleigh’s Budleigh neighborhood gets a few new whimsical visitors—tiny gnomes that appear by night—who help lighten the mood.
Of Witches and Whimsy: Gloria Kimber‘s Halloween Display
This Laurel Hills homeowner’s elaborate Halloween display is fun, heartfelt and (just) a little spooky.
Funding Change: How Triangle Community Foundation Guides Charitable Gifts
For decades, TCF has helped individual and corporate donors funnel their money into Raleigh-Durham nonprofits to make an impact.
Wide Open Spaces: Architect Phil Szostak’s Welcoming Design
Chapel Hill architect Phil Szostak is known for designing airy, light-filled commercial and residential spaces around the Triangle.
Farm Fresh: Feeding the Community while Furthering its Mission
Proceeds from the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle’s honor code farm stand off Dover Farm Road help feed the hungry.
#MakeItFashion: 6 Ways to Wear a Mask
Billy Warden shares his tips on how to make this season’s hottest accessory work for any occasion.
Extra Credit: Maurice Smith on Challenge, Stability and Progress
Four decades in financial services inform Civic Federal Credit Union CEO Maurice Smith’s perspectives on the economy.
Our Town: The Best Advice a Teacher Ever Gave Me
School will look a little different this year, but we’re still counting on teachers to motivate us. We asked some folks in education what advice from their own teachers most inspired them.
Native Americans Bless the Land at Dix Park
Dix Park Conservancy and Triangle Native American Society came together to perform a ceremony to bless and acknowledge the grounds of Dix Park.
That’s Not Funny: Jack Pittman’s Career As a Cartoonist
Jack Pittman has made a living as a cartoonist through a mix of talent and persistence.
All Good: An Organization that Connects Volunteers with Nonprofits
Founded by Amber Smith, Activate Good uses its database to find volunteer opportunities based on skill set, interest and available time.