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A darker cousin to ALMOST, MAINE, LOVE/SICK is a collection of nine slightly twisted and completely hilarious short plays full of imperfect lovers and dreamers. This romp explores the pain and the joy that comes with being in love. An unromantic comedy for the romantic in everyone. Audio description is available Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2016. […]
Join the Carolina Hurricanes for the 17th annual Caniac Carnival presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina at PNC Arena on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Caniac Carnival, which will take over the outside and inside of PNC Arena, will feature activities for fans of all […]
The Hurricanes hold their first preseason home game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on September 30.
The Triangle Brass Band, under the direction of Tony Granados, presents “30 Years of Brass” on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 4:00 pm at Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Rd. in Raleigh, NC. Special contributors to the program include Robin Gorham, Guest conductor, Billy Helton, Euphonium Soloist, and Bob Peckham, Flugelhorn Soloist. In 1986, […]
Come Out and Show Them is a two-day music event that will take place on October 7 and 8, 2016 in downtown Raleigh. Proceeds benefit Southerners on New Ground, Democracy NC, Come Out & Show Them, and Common Cause NC. BUY TICKETS Come Out and Show Them Music Schedule FRIDAY, OCT. 7 KINGS 14 W. […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Washington Capitals in their second home game of the preseason on October 7. The Washington Capitals were the 2015-16 season Division Champions with a 56-18-8 record. Find tickets here. Download the full schedule here.
In the evening, supporters are invited to purchase tickets and join the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation and some of the state's top chefs for an unforgettable evening at CAM Raleigh located in downtown Raleigh. Attendees gain the opportunity to sample dishes from 5-7 chefs complimented with a curated selection of cocktails, beer, and wine from […]
Come cheer on your Carolina RailHawks at WakeMed Soccer Park, as they try to defend their home turf and claim victory over the Fort Lauderdale Strikers at 7:30 p.m. Along with what will be an exciting game, fans can now enjoy a new, world-class game-day experience. The “Far Post Beer Garden” features local craft […]
A 1/2 mile of Food Trucks & Restaurants spread out over 11 city blocks on Fayetteville Street. Event Details - Free admission community event - Over 50 Food Trucks from across the State of NC - Silent Commercial Power provided to the Trucks ( Silent and No gas fumes ) - Seating setup for over […]
The Carolina RailHawks only have two home games remaining this season! Be sure to be there when the team takes the pitch against Rayo OKC at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, October 12 at WakeMed Soccer Park. Along with an exciting game, fans can now enjoy a new and improved game-day experience at the “Far Post […]
Scenes of love and battles with windmills have filled our hearts with humor and pathos since 1605 when Cervantes first set forth his tarnished knight, Don Quixote, into the world along with his loyal sidekick Sancho Panza. Robert Weiss finished his quest to tell this centuries old tale in 2008 when the News and Observer dubbed it “one of his very best creations, a huge crowd pleaser.” Don Quixote is imagination come to life. This production commemorates the 400th anniversary of Cervantes' death in 1616.
To assist consumers and business owners in preventing all types of identity theft and fraud, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina is hosting a fall “Secure Your ID” Day event in partnership with Coastal Federal Credit Union, a nonprofit financial cooperative committed to providing its members the services they need affordably, conveniently and professionally. […]
The nOg Run Club, creators of the fairly epic St. Paddy’s 8K, invite you to join us for the fifth running of the Oktoberfest 8K. Don your lederhosen for a day of running and eco-friendly fun in downtown Raleigh. Every registered runner will receive a tech shirt, craft beer (21+), finishers medal, and an after […]
Event: Joel Lane Museum House presents a lecture on "North Carolina Governor Richard Caswell: Founding Father and Revolutionary Hero” by Joe Mobley Time: Sunday, October 16 at 1 pm Location: 160 South Saint Mary’s St., Raleigh, NC (at the corner of Hargett St.), which is two blocks south of Hillsborough St., not far from downtown. […]
Event: Carolina RailHawks vs. Minnesota United FC Where: WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC 27511 When: October 22, 2016 Time: 7:30 p.m. Come enjoy the Carolina RailHawks last game home match of the season at WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday, October 22. This game will be the last chance to enter […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the New York Rangers in the Canes' first home game of the regular season on October 28. The Rangers were 2-1-1 against the Canes in the 2015-16 season. Find tickets here. Download the full schedule here.
The Canes host the Flyers on October 30. Find tickets here. Download the full schedule here.
Event: Joel Lane Museum House presents a lecture on "George Washington's Southern Tour” by Warren Bingham Time: Thursday, November 3 at 7 pm Location: 160 South Saint Mary’s St., Raleigh, NC (at the corner of Hargett St.), which is two blocks south of Hillsborough St., not far from downtown. Admission: For the public: $16; Members […]
Couture for a Cause is an annual fundraiser fashion show benefiting Activate Good, now at the Raleigh Convention Center, and hosted as part of the Junior League of Raleigh’s A Shopping SPREE! Join us for hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, red carpet photo shoot, entertainment and a unique runway show featuring looks created by local […]