To Be Frank
Frank Harmon’s longstanding Saturday-morning tradition of coffee in the garden is an opportunity to chat and connect with longtime friends
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Off Kilter with Artist Jen Matthews
The design director and painter takes an upbeat approach to the concept of finding the beauty in chaos with her vibrant floral pieces.
July 2024 Poem: The Cardinal
On a beautiful spring day, a writer captures the feeling as she connects with a brilliant cardinal hopping nearby.
The Belle of Star City
A dreaded visit with the writer’s great-aunt turns out to be an education in culture — and a lesson in heartbreak.
Primitive Playgrounds
For kids in the 1980s in Raleigh, play structures were pretty basic. But, this writer asks, were they really missing anything?
5 Shady Hikes in the Triangle to Explore this Summer
Tall trees and cool breezes make these areas near Raleigh great options for getting outside on the hottest days of the year.
Anything but Easy: Lonnie Walker’s Next Chapter
After a decade-long hiatus, the Raleigh rock band has a new album. Frontman Brian Corum shares its origins and what happened in the meantime.
The Magic of Mahjong
This parlor game with Chinese origins combines luck and strategy — but it’s the connection between players that’s the real draw
Ice Cream Queen: Meet Andia Xouris
The owner of Andia’s Ice Cream, which now has a location in Raleigh Iron Works, talks about building her business.
Souvenir Shops to Show Off Your Raleigh Pride
From candles and coffee mugs to snacks and hot sauce, here where to find North Carolina goods for your guests — or yourself!
July Garden Tips: Beat the Heat
This month, take a pause from yard work as you reassess your grass cutting practices and enjoy the wildlife summer flowers attract.
A World Inside A Weed
Native milkweed, a common pollinator plant in our area, has a unique structure and an important role in our environment.
June Garden Tips: Welcoming Summer
Kick off the warm season on a strong note with a good watering schedule and regularly picking your fresh flowers and herbs.
A Triptych in 3D: NC State’s Latest Public Art Installation
An artistic collaboration between artist Larry Bell and landscape designer Mark Hoversten activates a gathering space on Centennial Campus.