Tad Hills – ‘Duck & Goose Go To the Beach’ at Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Yes, it's Easter, and we have a special holiday program! Author and illustrator Tad Hills returns with Duck and Goose Go to the Beach. Aren't cute ducks part of Easter tradition, too? The lovable feathered duo also have an Easter board book, Duck & Goose: Here Comes the Easter Bunny. You may also know Tad […]

Grant Llewellyn – Music Director on Mahler

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Always fascinating! NC Symphony Music Director Grant Llewellyn returns on Tuesday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. to share insights on his choice of Mahler's 3rd Symphony for the season's finale concert. Co-sponsored by WCPE, The Classical Station.

Katherine Applegate – ‘The One and Only Ivan’ at Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

"I am Ivan. I am a gorilla.... It's not as easy as it looks." Katherine Applegate not only received the 2013 Newbery Medal for The One and Only Ivan, she created a beloved modern children's classic. We're thrilled to welcome her on Wednesday, April 23, at 7 p.m. with Ivan. This brave, moving story is […]

Midtown Beach Music Series – Sleeping Booty 4/24

North Hills Mall (Lassiter) 4321 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

This concert series has grown to become a favorite Thursday evening activity, drawing patrons from all across the state to North Hills to enjoy the most famous beach bands around. With the best band line-up yet, this 7th season is sure to be a fantastic one! Remember, best parking for this event is located in […]

Marcus Sedgwick – ‘She Is Not Invisible’ at Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

He's the 2014 Printz Award recipient (Midwinterblood). Now Marcus Sedgwick brings us his new novel, She Is Not Invisible, on Thursday, April 24, at 7 p.m. In this thriller that challenges readers' understanding of the universe, a blind girl leads the way on a transatlantic adventure. Obsession, family ties, and mystery weave to create a […]

NC Cuegrass Festival 2014

The Pit 328 W. Davie Street, Raleigh, United States

The Pit's 6th Annual 'Cuegrass Festival returns to the warehouse district of downtown Raleigh Saturday, April 26, with a jam-packed day full of great 'cue, local brews and toe-tappin' bluegrass music! We're closing down the streets around The Pit and firing up the pig cookers to serve plenty of our famous Eastern North Carolina-style barbecue. […]

Shelia Moses – ‘The Sittin’ Up’ at Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Shelia Moses (The Legend of Buddy Bush; Joseph's Grace) returns Saturday, April 26, at 1 p.m. with The Sittin' Up. When his adopted grandfather, the last slave man around, dies in 1940, Bean is hurt, but excited to be included in his first sittin' up--a wake for the dead. Bean and his best friend face […]

Brewgaloo 2014

City Plaza 400 block of Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Brewgaloo features craft breweries from North Carolina and partners with local food trucks and local bands. Local craft beer festival presented by Shop Local Raleigh featuring local craft beer including Aviator, Natty Greene’s, Big Boss, Carolina Brewing, Mash House, Carolina Brewery, Deep River Brewing, Foothills, Gizmo, Mother Earth, Mystery Brewing, Lonerider, Raleigh Brewing, Starpoint Brewing, […]

Are You Afraid of the Dark?

InterAct of Wake County 1012 Oberlin Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. 1 in 3 women will be a victim of domestic and/or sexual violence at some point in her lifetime. Join others in our community and hear powerful stories of hope and survival from survivors of sexual violence.

Free

Middle Grade Mania – Four Children’s Authors! At Quail Ridge Books

Quail Ridge Books & Music 4381-105 Lassiter at North Hills Ave, Raleigh, NC, United States

Mystery, sports, and fable; prose and poetry - these authors have every interest covered! We welcome four talented authors on Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. with their novels for ages 9+: * Kwame Alexander (pictured) with The Crossover, a novel in verse for basketball lovers. * Kate Samworth with Aviary Wonders Inc. Spring Catalog […]

MEXhibit: “Mexican Artists in North Carolina”

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC, United States

The City of Raleigh Museum and the Consulate General of Mexico are sponsoring an exhibit of contemporary Mexican artists entitled, “MEXhibit: Mexican Artists in North Carolina”. The exhibit runs May 1 – 30 and features works from eight artists who reside and work in North Carolina. The artworks include sculpture and paintings that reflect the […]

Plant the Pavement 2014

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle 1001 Blair drive, Raleigh, NC, United States

What? Plant the Pavement 2014 When? May 2-4, 2014 Where? Inter-Faith Food Shuttle and Longview School. Raleigh, NC. In late 2011, Inter-Faith Food Shuttle and Longview School in Raleigh partnered to become the newest Regional Outreach Training Center (ROTC) for Growing Power, an internationally recognized urban agriculture organization started by MacArthur Genius Award winner Will […]

Rock Your World Benefit Concert

RallyPoint Sport Grill 1837 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary, NC, United States

FREE concert featuring East Coast premier rock powerhouse Sidewinder, plus Band of Brothers and Davis Messina Band. 100 percent of donations will go to Hope for Haiti Foundation and Dew4Him Ministries. Featuring emcee Gerald Owens of WRAL, celebrity bartenders, huge silent auction, prizes and more.

Free

5.2.14 • POP UP ART RALEIGH

Pop Up Art Raleigh 302 N. Dawson St. Suite 100, Raleigh, NC, United States

Pop Up Art Raleigh is the brainchild of Breshnaa Zalal and Mandy Tamplin. After a few glasses of wine and creative brainstorming, they both realized that they were surrounded by an amazing and talented group of artist friends and Breshnaa's father's historic Melrose Knitting Mill in downtown Raleigh, hence Pop Up Art Raleigh came to […]

Carolina RailHawks vs. New York Cosmos

WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, NC, United States

The Carolina RailHawks look to extend their 17 home game unbeaten streak at WakeMed Soccer Park. The third ranked RailHawks will take on the first ranked New York Cosmos at home on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. There will also be live music prior to the game provided by ReverbNation.com. Tickets range from $5 […]

$5 – $26