A Guide to the Triangle’s Spring & Summer Spectator Sports
Make a point to catch these Triangle athletic teams and sporting events in action for exciting, inexpensive, family-friendly entertainment
Tag: April 2026
The Whirl: Smash Ribbon Cutting
Smash celebrated its grand opening on Mar. 3 with a ribbon cutting and presenting a $5,000 donation to the Cooper Charitable Foundation.
The Whirl: New Year’s Eve Celebration
The evening featured music by Sidecar Social Club, localy-made snacks and beverages from Raleigh Wine Shop.
The Whirl: Spectrum Check Presentation
On Feb. 18 Spectrum donated $5,000 to two nonprofits in Raleigh through the company’s employee-driven grants program
The Whirl: Sights and Sounds on Sunday
Chamber Music Raleigh presented a concert and reception at the North Carolina Museum of Art celebrating NC arts pioneer Jo Cresimore’s
The Whirl: Opening Reception for “A Life Well Lived”
The work included colorful oil and acrylic paintings that recall her youth living in Spain and Florida, then studying in France.
The Whirl: Force For Nature Gala & Art Auction
The auction included work by artists including Patrick Dougherty, Chuck Rose, Mark Hewitt, Damian Stamer and more than a dozen others.
12 Ways to Honor and Celebrate Earth Day 2026 in Raleigh
From community cleanups and eco-friendly festivals to scenic trails, local markets and sustainability workshops, here’s how to get involved.
Sweet Spot: The Power of the Porch
In his inaugural column for WALTER, longtime journalist Tommy Tomlinson reflects on the unique perspective you find in front of your home
Craft & Community: Textile Artist Michelle Wilkie
This maker uses her head for math and science to create colorful, modern quilts that merge traditional techniques with contemporary design
News You Can Use: This Month’s WALTER Weekly Headlines
The science museum changes its famous facade, schools prep for Pollen Days and Dix Park has a giant new installation
Can You Dig It? Raleigh City Farm Turns 15!
A look at Raleigh City Farm’s unique evolution, urban agriculture programs and its role in sustainable local food and education
Elegance and Energy: A Well-Balanced Lakestone Abode
Elizabeth Cooke enlisted the Fleur team to outfit her family’s 1960s home with bold design, playful patterns and functional living spaces
Simple Life: A Garden Reborn
Through patience, planning and a lot of hard work, an overgrown yard is turned into a vibrant, tour-worthy landscape