Full Moon Yoga, A Witch's Carnival &, Saying Hi 👋 (July 29th–August 4th)

The newsletter schedule updates next week! Expect this email on Tuesday morning going forward and look for the return of our editorial format going out the following Sunday.

Dinner Club is returning soon but we want to do it big for August, more details soon — add yourself to the wait-list to be the first to know.

Your name so we can say hi

Your corner of town, to connect with others

And one Raleigh spot you love!

Bring your own project and hang with fellow crafters every Wednesday at Wolfe & Porter downtown — FREE, starts at 6PM.

Cuya on Glenwood hosts a weekly Latin dance social with a complimentary salsa and bachata class at 8:30PM — dancing ‘til 12AM.

Chapel of Bones hosts Wordscraft Wednesday, a writing group for novelists, poets, bloggers, and screenwriters — it runs 11am-1pm.

Fred Fletcher hosts a Full Moon Flow at 7PM with all-levels yoga, guided meditation, and herbal tea with the moon rise — relax here.

Bond Bros. Eastside 🎤 Open Mic [varies] 7PM - FREE

Slim's 🎸 Andrew Wilco's American Band, Ruler [punk] 8PM - FREE

Live After 5 is back at Moore Square with Fancy Gap this week — family-friendly from 7-9PM.

The Green Room at Theatre Raleigh puts its own baristas on stage for a lineup of performances — check out the spot while you’re there.

Taps & Corks Tours runs a guided happy hour walk, starting at Lynnwood Brewing before strolling to East Bower Cider Co — tour info here.

Le Dive 🎷 Emerson Borg [jazz jam] 8PM - Suggested $10

Raleigh Critical Mass rolls out every last Friday at 7PM from NCSU's Memorial Belltower — as always, all wheels and folks are welcome!

Aphasia Chancellor takes over the stage at Legends this Friday night — two high energy shows.

Hartwell Fridays are back with live music and wood fire pizza — grab a drink and check out the roof seats.

Chapel of Bones 🎸 House of Heavy [metalcore] 8PM - $20

Lincoln Theatre 🤘 Shortest Straw [metallica/tool trbiute] 8:30PM - $17

Mend Mother’s repair pop-up comes to The Left Hook this Saturday — for alterations, repairs, and simple onsite projects.

The NCMA runs Family Studio, a 2 hour workshop for kids 5-11 with a guided gallery tour + time to make your own art — multiple sessions.

JC Raulston Arboretum hosts a summer cutting garden workshop on which annuals thrive in NC heat — and make a bouquet as well.

Sneaky Penguin hosts a mini-market this weekend from 2-6PM — sip and shop with a few local vendors.

Chapel of Bones hosts The Witch's Carnival! A mutual aid fundraiser with performers, games, and a market of handcrafted art and occult goods — turns 21+ in the evening with live music and burlesque.

Lincoln Theatre 🎸 Beggars Banquet, Petty Larceny [tribute] 8PM - $15

Bitter Social 🎧 Born In The Club [dance/electronic] 10PM - $10

KINGS 👑 Doltz, Gown, Cyprian, & Secret Set [indie/rock] 8PM - $20

Enjoy a four-course Izakaya-inspired pop-up dinner at Boatman Spirits, paired with three cocktails — reservations required.

Learn wet folding origami to make a paper butterfly at the NC Museum of Art, then paint it with watercolors — all materials provided.

Natural Science Bar hosts a DJ session + arts and craft event — bring your project, your iPads — and mellow out with them.

KINGS 👑 Fly Anakin, Nickelus F, Mutant Academy [hip-hop] 8PM - $20

Bond Bros. Eastside 🪕 Eastside Ramblers Jam [bluegrass] 4PM - FREE

Calton Chops is a Raleigh operated, fully insured tree service specializing in storm cleanup and removals near houses at competitive, flexible rates — Contact them directly via email, their phone number, or on Instagram.

The passport is the best way to explore local coffee shops around town! Each participating shop has its own page featuring a drink discount with prizes for visiting every location — get yours here & explore Raleigh.

A full-service digital marketing agency here in Raleigh, NC. They can provide you a wide range of web services — inquire today, tell them we sent you.

A locally owned and operated photo booth company, specializing in engaging photo experiences of all kinds — get a free event quote here.

Slim's runs Service Industry Night every Monday with drink specials, pool, and a back patio downtown — open late, even on Monday.

Cat’s Cradle Carrboro 🎸 Hex Files, bullseye, guyscrapers [alt] 8PM - $10

Join National Night Out with Halifax Community Center over in Mordecai Park to meet neighbors, local leaders, and families — learn more here.

Walk the JC Raulston Arboretum with Director of Horticulture Greg Paige as he talks through his favorite shade trees — FREE for members, $5 otherwise.

KINGS 👑 Innlet [indie/folk] 7:30PM - $16

Biddy Thomas, a new spot near Iron Works, recently launched their lunch & dinner menus — check em out.

Madeline, a pastry and coffee sister shop to Iris Coffee, is opening in Smoky Hollow — later this year, it seems.

Make a donation with the back to school drive at The Bend in Raleigh to stuff 150 backpacks in Wake County — learn more here.

Raleigh Planning is hiring for some new roles as of this past week — ranging from $58K-$99K.

The NC Courage ⚽ fell Saturday to the Utah Royals 1-4 at home, they look to bounce back on Friday against the Orlando Pride as they fall to 9th in the league.

The Durham Bulls ⚾ return for a home-stand this weekend and have 2 full weeks in August at home, catch a game if you can.