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On the surface, Matt Braunger is a simple comic slinging jokes about his age and the opposite sex. But the more you listen, the more you begin to appreciate Braunger: his jovial presence on stage, his willingness to be the butt of his own joke, and the way he expertly crafts and delivers jokes like […]
Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism from the Jacques and Natasha Gelman Collection present the paintings of two icons of the 20th century. Few artists have captured the public's imagination with the force of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907–54) and her husband, the Mexican painter and muralist Diego Rivera (1886–1957). The myths that surrounded […]
This exhibition features 45 photographs, spanning the 20th century, by six internationally renowned photographers who focused their cameras on Mexico: Manuel Álvarez Bravo, Manuel Carrillo, Flor Garduño, Graciela Iturbide, Paul Strand, and Mariana Yampolsky. Mexico’s landscapes, history, and culture have inspired photographers since the advent of the medium. Álvarez Bravo started his career in Mexico […]
To prevent identity theft and fraud in the Triangle community, the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is hosting the semi-annual “Secure Your ID” Day event in partnership with Coastal Credit Union and local partners Shred-It and GEEP . The event will be held at the Coastal Credit Union headquarters off Wake Forest Road […]
Join your friends at Coastal Credit Union Midtown Park at North Hills for the North Carolina Wine Festival, Saturday, October 26, 2019. Our state's largest and longest running wine festival is coming back to the Oak City this fall - don't miss out! Sip and savor NC wines, ciders, and spirits while you meet […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at 1 pm. For information about 2019-20 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 7 pm. For information about 2019-20 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
The Cory Band, under the direction of the charismatic Philip Harper, from Wales, England, is the top-ranked British-style brass band in the world. They are the current British National Champions, European Champions, Brass in Concert Champions and are back-to-back winners of the British Open Championship in 2018 and 2019. They made a North American tour three […]
The fires shall be lit on Academy Street the evening of Friday, November 1st. Darkness will rise. ? Candles will burn. ? Costumes will be judged. ? Froth will be served. ? Fire performances will ensue. ? We are waiting for you. Join us.
Funnyman Lavell Crawford is quickly climbing the comedic ranks and becoming one of the hottest stars in the biz today. His one-hour stand-up special, "Can A Brother Get Some Love?" premiered on Comedy Central in 2011. Filmed in his hometown of St. Louis, MO, it was released on DVD later the same year. In addition, […]
Carolina Hurricanes host Detroit Red Wings at PNC Arena on Friday, November 1, 2019. For information about 2019-20 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Watching Todd Glass perform is like sneaking a glimpse into his mind. A veteran stands up, Glass has been honing his high-energy, off-the-cuff act since he first stepped on stage at age 16. He has a knack for inventive material that often mocks the conventions of standup and can fire off jokes in a stream-of-conscious […]
Carolina Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils at PNC Arena on Saturday, November 2, 2019. For information about 2019-20 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Slayer with Primus, Ministry, and Phil Anselmo & The Illegals at PNC on Sunday, November 3, 2019 @ 6:00 PM. Doors open at 5. Slayer, the long-reigning titans of thrash, returns with Repentless, the band’s 11th studio album and its first album for Nuclear Blast. Produced by Terry Date, Repentless was written and recorded by […]
Carolina Hurricanes play out of town against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. For information about 2019-20 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/ GameCenter Link - https://www.nhl.com/gamecenter/car-vs-phi/2019/11/05/2019020226