The Whirl: Hinson Wu Trunk Show
In September, Kannon’s women’s clothing store hosted fashion designer Hinson Wu for a trunk show of his eponymous label.
Category: Events
The Whirl: WINnovation 2021
On September 17, WALTER hosted its seventh annual WINnovation summit, which celebrates female innovation, diversity, and the entrepreneurial spirit.
20+ Things to do in November in and around Raleigh
From exquisite art to our city’s signature parade, November is full of culture of all stripes.
The Whirl: Season Kickoff Social
Singers from the North Carolina Master Chorale gathered in Pullen Park for fellowship and reconnection before their first rehearsal in over a year. Stavi’s food truck and desserts from Global Village made for a festive afternoon. __ This article originally…
The Whirl: Triangle Purple Heart Dinner
Dozens of Purple Heart recipients and Gold Star Mothers from the area were honored at the second Triangle Purple Heart Dinner on August 28th at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel. __ This article originally appeared in the October 2021 issue of…
The Whirl: Kickoff Ceremony for SECU DinoLab
On September 8, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences celebrated the groundbreaking for the SECU DinoLab, which will house the Dueling Dinosaurs, the best-preserved skeletons of T. rex and Triceratops unearthed to date. __ This article originally appeared in…
The Whirl: Bourbon, Bagpipes & Bacon
On August 28, Olde Raleigh Distillery in Zebulon held a Bourbon, Bagpipes & Bacon event to celebrate the launch of its third batch of their flagship brand. Brunos Burger Bar Food Truck offered many varieties of bacon. __ This article…
The Whirl: Frank Daniels, Jr., 90th Birthday Party
On Tuesday, September 7, Frank Daniels, Jr. celebrated his 90th birthday. Daniels, former publisher of The News & Observer and current part owner of WALTER, was joined by friends and family. __ This article originally appeared in the October 2021…
The Whirl: French National Day
On July 17, members of the North Carolina Symphony, along with friends and family, gathered to celebrate French National Day on the anniversary of the storming of Bastille in 1789. Guests enjoyed food, fireworks, performances, and, of course, delicious French…
The Whirl: Women’s Giving Network at Raleigh City Farm
Members and guests of the Women’s Giving Network of Wake County gathered at Raleigh City Farm in July to celebrate and reconnect after a long stretch of Zoom meetings. They enjoyed rosé from Wine Authorities and visiting with feathered friends…
The Whirl: NCRLA Chef Showdown
Chefs from across North Carolina gathered in Durham at Angus Barn’s Bay 7 for the North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association Chef Showdown competition. Guests were able to sample the chefs and mixologists’ creations and vote for their favorites to…
20+ Things to do In October In and Around Raleigh
From the changing leaves in Umstead State Park to State Fair treats and spooky Halloween activities, there’s lots of stuff to do in the Triangle this month!
10+ Ways to Celebrate Halloween This Year
From visiting local haunted spots to sipping a toasted marshmallow latte, here are some ideas for Halloween in Raleigh
NC Museum of History to Showcase Costumes Worn on Downton Abbey
The exhibition showcases the turbulence and changes in the late Edwardian era through the 1920s through the fashions of the period while evoking fans’ favorite moments