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Julian T. Baker Jr. (1939–2011), a longtime friend and supporter of the North Carolina Museum of Art and a North Carolina native born in Raleigh, started collecting photography in the mid-1990s, and a casual interest soon turned into a passion that resulted in a personal collection of over 700 photographs. Focusing primarily on black-and-white […]
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard.
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard. Photography by Nathan Wellman, Adam Hajnos, Julian Thomas and Gerri Fernandez, guest curated by Georges Le Chevallier at Block Gallery. “4 x 24,” runs from August 2 through September 17.
First Friday is a free self-guided tour of downtown’s cutting edge cultural hot spots.
An evening with the architects of Southern rock: Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers.
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms, custom made knives, hunting and fishing equipment.
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms, custom made knives, hunting and fishing equipment.
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard. Photography by Nathan Wellman, Adam Hajnos, Julian Thomas and Gerri Fernandez, guest curated by Georges Le Chevallier at Block Gallery. “4 x 24,” runs from August 2 through September 17.
At the July 17 meeting, the Raleigh City Council approved a resolution of intent and scheduled a public hearing to receive input to change the term of the Mayor and City Council members from two to four years. The public hearing will be held Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council […]
A WCPE Radio - Quail Ridge Local Arts Series presentation Join Quail Ridge Books for a conversation with internationally renowned cellist Gavriel Lipkind (pictured here with Nancy) and performance by the Lipkind Quartet. The Lipkind Quartet will be featured guests at this year's Cary Crosscurrents Chamber Music Arts Festival (July 30 - August 11). For […]
The 70th anniversary of this ageless classic unites all the usual suspects, the quotable dialogue, superb character actors, a yearning melody, and the most heartbreaking love triangle in the cinema. Rick runs his café his way, right under the nose of the Nazi commandant, as friends and enemies jostle for some priceless letters of […]
Gently Used. Greatly Reduced. If it’s for infants thru school age, we’ve got it!
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard. Photography by Nathan Wellman, Adam Hajnos, Julian Thomas and Gerri Fernandez, guest curated by Georges Le Chevallier at Block Gallery. “4 x 24,” runs from August 2 through September 17.
COOL CLASSICS AT THE COLONY - Third Wednesday of every month
This version doesn't involve four legged Bulls, but rather some with two legs: Wool E. Bull. A kid-friendly run through the 'streets' of Lafayette Village and Spanish influenced food, music and dance.
Participating Raleigh restaurants will be offering fixed price, three course meals.
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard. Photography by Nathan Wellman, Adam Hajnos, Julian Thomas and Gerri Fernandez, guest curated by Georges Le Chevallier at Block Gallery. “4 x 24,” runs from August 2 through September 17.
Find out how to overcome the stress from daily life through mindfulness meditation. Our new meditation group meets every Monday evening. There will be basic and intermediate level instruction, discussion, and meditation. You will learn how to: Deal with stress effectively Heal and transform the wounds from your past Realize true inner peace and serenity […]
The third annual Raleigh Police Memorial Foundation's Five-O 50K and 100K Memorial Rides to be held Saturday, Aug. 25 starting at Trek Raleigh, 10911 Raven Ridge Road.
Raleigh/Durham Afro-Caribbean Association is hosting Raleigh's first Caribbean festival. The Carnival will include troupes, masqueraders, and steel bands.
Raleigh Beer Week kicks off on Sunday, August 26 at the Busy Bee and runs through Saturday, September 1.
MY MORNING JACKET with very special guest BAND OF HORSES will play the Raleigh Amphitheater on Sunday August 26
Four photographers, all age 24, embrace figurative digital photography as the new standard. Photography by Nathan Wellman, Adam Hajnos, Julian Thomas and Gerri Fernandez, guest curated by Georges Le Chevallier at Block Gallery. “4 x 24,” runs from August 2 through September 17.
The Wine Feed has a special respect for the many wine producers who tend their vines using organic practices and protect their vineyards and the environment for many vintages to come. Join Downtown Raleigh’s The Wine Feed on Wed. Aug. 29 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a FREE tasting that will feature some […]
MUSIC AT THE MOVIES at the Colony - Last Thursday of the month. A new series showcasing the best in concert films, rock operas, musicals, and more!