Your 2023 Raleigh Summer Bucket List
From paddling to stargazing to taking an impromptu beach trip, here are 15 things to do before the season comes to an end
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Nail Yeah! Crystal Clark’s Niche Design Medium
Over ten years, this local nail technician has built a loyal fan base with her creative, trend-forward designs.
Mountain Escapes: 5 Off-the-Radar NC Towns to Explore
Get away for the weekend at one these mountain towns — each with its own personality — that offers cool breezes, streams and scenic outlooks.
Boulted Bread: A New Space with the Same Taste
A peek inside the bakery and cafe, where you can find everything from a rustic baguette to seasonal pastries made with NC produce.
The Best Frozen Cocktails in Raleigh to Beat the Heat
From frosé to piña coladas to spiked milkshakes, these boozy blended beverages will add a refreshing punch to your summer.
The Grown-ups’ Guide to Glenwood South
Try out one of these 10 spots for a great drink and fun ambience on a street with big-city energy on your next night out.
Where to Play Trivia Around the Triangle
Keep your brain working this summer! These bars and restaurants offer weekly trivia nights with fun prizes, drinks and food.
The Best North Carolina Beaches to Find Shark Teeth
According to our experts, Holden Beach, Ocean Isle and Topsail Island are among the best places to search for these unique fossils.
How to Find Shark Teeth on the Beach
We spoke to experienced fossil hunters to learn the best ways to find a shark and megaladon teeth along the North Carolina coast.
From the Deep: Shark Teeth on the North Carolina Coast
Our state is a hotspot for discovering fossilized shark teeth. We talked to an expert to learn why — and get some tips on how to find them.
Birds & Blooms: Exploring the Dix Park Sunflowers
Each July, a 5-acre field of brilliant yellow sunflowers attracts thousands of people — plus rare birds and other wildlife — to our city.
A Welcome Home in Liberation Station
By founding North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, Victoria Scott Miller creates a safe space for personal discovery
Go Fish! A Look at Big Rock’s Humble Roots and Surprising Fervor
This popular sport fishing competition in Morehead City attracts anglers and fans from all over the world to the North Carolina coast.
Walking on Water: The Wonders of Water Striders
A closer look at the floating bugs that glide along the surface of creeks and ponds — and the mysteries surrounding them.