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December 3, 2012 · 6:43 pm

What’s happening this week? December 3-9, 2012

There are some exciting events going on this week. With the holidays quickly approaching several of theses events are not only fun, but involve helping those in need. Below is a quick summary of events I think are worth highlighting for the week of December 3rd through the 9th. If you have event suggestions send me an email at TriangleExplorer@gmail.com and I will try to include it in my next weekly event roundup.

Sip a Wine Store Customer Appreciation Night – Wednesday December 5th 7-9pm
Join the folks at Sip…a wine store and five other local retailers as they thank their customers for their support. The Huble Pig food truck will be there selling food, Kyle Cobie will be providing music on guitar, and their will be sampling of wine and beer. Glass and bottle specials will be offered all night.

Raleigh Jingle Ball – Thursday December 6th 6:30-10:30pm
The 19th Annual Jingle Ball will take place at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh this Thursday. Attendees are in for a night of food, drinks and fun while helping to brighten the holidays for Wake County children in need.  Guests are asked to bring an unwrapped toy for a child (newborn to age 12) valued at $20 or a $30 donation by cash or check . All toys will be donated to the Salvation Army’s Christmas Cheer Program. An invitation is NOT required to attend the Jingle Ball; anyone 21 years or older is welcome. Dress for this event is cocktail attire. Ladies, wear your cute holiday dress you have been dying to wear. Men, dress with slacks, sweaters or even your most festive holiday tie. No jeans, please!

First Friday Art Walk – Friday December 7th 6-9pm
First Friday is a free self-guided tour of downtown’s cutting edge cultural hot spots. Local art galleries, art studios, alternative art venues, and museums stay open late the first Friday of every month to welcome thousands of art-seeking enthusiasts downtown. The event runs from 6 pm-9 pm, but some venue hours may vary.  For detailed venue information, click here.

Sola “Help for the Holidays” Live Music Food Bank Benefit – Saturday December 8th 3-9pm
Come celebrate the holidays, be entertained, and help a great cause at the same time!  Sola Coffee Cafe has teamed up with Jamie Purnell and the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC to bring this day of merriment to assist those in need.  Sola will be collecting canned goods and donations throughout the day.  There will be music, fun, and surprises for folks of all ages.  The musical talents of: The Jo Gore Duo, James Olin Oden, and many more will be featured!

Guglhupf Winter Market – Saturday December 8th 10am-4pm
The patio at Guglhupf comes alive on December 8th for our 4th annual Weihnachtsmarkt (Winter Market). The event, now in its fourth year, will include artists (courtesty of Outsiders Arts & Collectibles), food and live music. In addition, Lakewood Avenue Children’s School will host a book drive for Book Harvest, happymess Studio will host a craft table for children and Cassandra from Character Paints will be doing face painting! Live music provided by The Lester Fricks Band, The Bull Town Strutters and more.

On December 8th the folks at Lonerider will be having a dock release for “The Beer with No Name” & debuting their brand new tasting area! Being strong is not a choice, it’s a requirement, and giving up your name is one of the strongest things you can do. The Beer With No Name is still their holiday ale, a Belgian style Dubbel brewed with a rare Belgian yeast strain, caramelized beet sugar and festive holiday spices. Expect hints of dark fruit, sweet cinnamon-apple and a warming finish. So, why do they call this “The Beer With No Name”? And yes it used to be “Belle Starr“. More information on that coming soon….

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November 26, 2012 · 2:13 pm

What’s happening this week? Nov. 26th – Dec. 2nd

There certainly are a lot of fun things going on in the Triangle these days. Here is a quick list of interesting activites going on in the next seven days. If you have an event you would like to share, please send me an email. My goal is to highlight events each week related to local arts, music, entertainment, and food.

10th Annual Gingerbread Benefit – Cary
Thursday November 29th, Triangle Family Services will host its 10th Annual Gingerbread Benefit at the Umstead Hotel & Spa in Cary. Chefs from all over the Triangle will create and donate elaborately built gingerbread homes, which will be auctioned off at the end of the night. The evening will also include holiday music, drinks, desserts and savory delicacies prepared by the Umstead’s top chefs.

MS Benefit at Motorco Music Hall Featuring  Mandolin Orange – Durham
Friday November 30th,  Live music at Motorco Music Hall to help raise funds to battle Multiple Sclerosis.  Featured bands: Mandolin Orange, Magnolia Collective, and the Dogwoods. Cost is $10 advance / $12 at door. All proceeds go to the Eastern NC Multiple Sclerosis Society. Show starts at 9:00pm but starting at 5:30pm there will be festivities in the Motorco Garage and the patio area including a bicycle and gear giveaway, free basic bike tuneups, bicycle fun races, food trucks, and acoustic music.

Neomonde Cafe & Market One Year Anniversary Celebration – North Raleigh
Saturday December 1st, join the folks at Neomonde Cafe, one of my favorite restaurants in Raleigh, celebrate their first anniversary at their North Raleigh (Strickland Road) location.

Schedule:
10am-2pm Live Bakery Demonstration by Chef Benjamin
11am-2pm Fairy hair, Henna, & Facepaint by Sparkle Body Arts
11am-2pm Live Christmas Music Outside by the Noted Artists Band
11am-2pm Honey Sampling by the Terrible Creek Beekeepers
2pm-3pm Lebanese Cooking Demonstration by Yvonne Majlaton
3pm-4pm Food Sampling with Mounir
6pm-9pm Live Middle Eastern Music and Dancing
6pm-9pm Wine Sampling by Ararat Import Export Company

Outsiders Art Gallery Holiday Open House – Durham
Saturday December 1st, kick off your holiday by checking out the Outsiders Art Gallery Holiday Open House featuring art,  food, dancing, shopping, and an amazing raffle!

Mark your calendars for a fun-filled afternoon of:
– free sampler dance classes
– hot cider and cake pops at Hummingbird Bakery
– 10% off artwork Outsiders Annex Gallery
– discounts on selected items at STeP shoe boutique
– an incredible raffle giveaway!

Boylan Heights Artwalk – Downtown Raleigh
Sunday December 2nd, The 20th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk returns to the historic Boylan Heights neighborhood in downtown Raleigh.  Over a hundred artists and craftspeople will sell a wide range of glasswork, metalwork, woodwork, textiles and clothing, ceramics, drawings, photography, and painting from the neighborhood’s porches, yards, and sidewalks. Admission is free. Food will be available throughout the day, including burritos (vegetarian and meat), pulled pork, wraps, and more.

As part of  The Art Walk  Rebus Works will be hosting food trucks American Meltdown, Captain Poncho’s Tacos and Sarge’s Chef on Wheels this Sunday from noon to 5pm.

 

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November 16, 2012 · 11:31 am

Christmas Parades, Tree Lightings, & Holiday Concerts in the Triangle ~ 2012

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Christmas Tree in Raleigh’s City Plaza

I know it is still November, but Christmas events like the Raleigh Christmas Parade and the North Hills Tree lighting are set to kick off this Saturday (Nov. 17th). With that in mind I thought now would be a good time to share a comprehensive list of events scheduled in the Triangle this holiday season. If I missed anything please leave me a comment and I will add it to the list. Thanks!

Parades
Raleigh Christmas Parade – November 17th 9:40am

Apex Christmas Parade – December 1st

Garner Christmas Parade – December 1st

Hillsborough Holiday Parade – December 1st

Fuquay-Varina Christmas Parade – December 2nd 3:00pm

Cary Christmas Parade – December 8th 2:00pm

Chapel Hill / Carrboro Holiday Parade – December 8th 10am-12pm

Wake Forest Christmas Parade – December 8th 1:00pm

Holly Springs Christmas Parade – December 8th 11:00am

Clayton Christmas Parade – December 8th 2:00pm

Tree Lightings
North Hills Tree Lighting – November 17th 4:00 – 9:00pm

Chapel Hill Community Tree Lighting – Novermber 25th 7:00pm

Seaboard Station Tree Lighting – November 29th

Clayton’s Live Village and Tree Lighting – November 29th 6-8:30pm

Hillsborough Lighting of the Town Tree Ceremony – November 30th 6:30pm

WRAL Tower Lighting – November 30th

Garner’s “Light up on Main” – November 30th 6-8:00pm

Lafayette Village Tree Lighting – December 1st 5-8:00pm

Fuquay Varina Tree Lighting and Sleigh Rides – December 6th 6-8:00pm

Lighting of Wake Forest – December 7th 6-8:00pm

Raleigh City-Plaza Tree Lighting – December 1st

Cary Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony – December 1st 6:00pm

Governor’s Christmas Tree Lighting at the NC State Capitol Building – December 6th 5-7:30pm

American Tobacco Campus Lucky Strike Tower Lighting – December 7th

Holiday Concerts / Performances
Raleigh Boy Choir – Raleigh Winterfest in City Plaza – December 1st 

The Trans Siberian Orchestra “Lost Christmas Eve” – PNC Arena – Dec. 1st

Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus Christmas Concert – Nov.30th, Dec. 2nd & 9th

Raleigh Ringers Christmas Concert – Progress Energy Center – Dec. 8-9th

“A Christmas Carol” – Progress Energy Center – Dec. 6th -12th

“A Christmas Carol”  Durham Performing Arts Center – Dec. 15-16th

Nutcracker Ballet – Progress Energy Center – December 23-25th

Raleigh Boy Choir Christmas Concert – Hayes Barton Baptist Chruch -Dec. 15th 7:30m

Holiday Historic Home Tours
Wake Forest Historic Home Holiday Tour – December 1st 2-8:00pm

The Hillsborough Candlelight Home Tour – December 2nd 12-6pm

Duke Homestead Christmas by Candlelight – December 7th 7-9pm

Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour – December 8-9th 1-7:00pm

Historic Wendell Candlelight Tour – December 15th 3-8:00pm

Governor’s Mansion Holiday Open House – December 6th -9th

Mordecai Holiday Lantern Tour in Mordecai Historic Park – December 8th 5pm

Other Holiday Events
Sleigh Rides & Cider : A Winter Night at Oak View Park – December 1st 5-7:30pm

AT&T Raleigh Winterfest Ice Skating Rink in Raleigh City Plaza (Daily) – December 1st through January 26th

Santa Train at Museum of Life & Science – (various dates see website)

Holiday Fun Fest at Durham Central Park – December 1st 1-5 pm

Triangle Christmas Tree Challenge – December 7th – January 3rd

 

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November 8, 2012 · 2:39 pm

Hurricane Sandy Benefit Bake Sale at Fullsteam Brewery Sunday Nov. 11th

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I grew up at the Jersey Shore and most of my family still lives there. I am touched to learn that local Triangle businesses and residents are working together to help raise funds to help those at the Jersey shore impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

This Sunday, November 11th be sure to visit Fullsteam Brewery in Durham from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. for Sweet Relief: A Benefit Bake Sale for Hurricane Sandy disaster relief. This benefit is being organized Rose’s Meats & Sweet and hosted by the great folks at Fullsteam. Over a dozen local bakers, chefs, and vendors will be donating their goodies to raise relief funds.

In addition to the local vendors listed in the flyer above many well known local foodies and culinary talents will be contributing treats for sale as well up treats as well. There will be an entire assortment of sweet and savory items and of course plenty of beer. 100% of the proceeds from the sale will go to the Foodbank in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, New Jersey, which were some of the regions hardest hit by the storm.

For more information and to help spread the word, check out the benefits facebook event page and share it with your friends. Hope to see you there!

Sweet Relief: Bake Sale to benefit Hurricane Sandy Victims
When: Sunday, November 11th (12:30-4:30pm)
Where: Fullsteam Brewery – Durham, NC
Info: http://www.facebook.com/events/478474022175823/

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November 8, 2012 · 11:50 am

Luchadoras Wrestling Returns to Durham Saturday November 10th!

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On Saturday November 10th, the Durham Luchadoras, an all-female, non-profit, masked wrestling group, collide for their fourth knock-down, drag-em-out event. From noon until 3:00 pm at the Durham Armory, 10 local women will slug their way through five matches, a battle for a championship belt, and countless plot twists.

All proceeds from ¡LUCHADORAS 4! benefit the NC DREAM team and Poder Juvenil Campensino, two organizations created to empower immigrant youth. Luchadoras fight for social justice with as much ferocity as they bring to the ring, and they are proud to announce that for the first time ever, 100% of the proceeds from this event will go to the featured charities.

Spectators will be treated to some of the nastiest bouts yet, as the battle between good and evil wages in the ring. Sinister rudas will test the nobility of the heroic tecnicas. Kid Vega takes on La Vengadora de Plata, while Juicy Buns faces The Scrambler in the first-ever Luchadoras title match.

Tickets will be available at the door, and pre-sale tickets can be purchased at luchadoras.eventbrite.com. Adult tickets are $5, and children and 12 under are free. All presale ticket holders will also receive a Luchadoras sticker on the day of the event.

Designed to promote an image of strong, capable women with personalities to match, the Durham Luchadoras follow in the footsteps of the legendary Lucha Libre wrestlers of Mexico. As in Mexico, Durham’s Lucha Libre wrestlers care deeply about their community, and have invited area non-profits to set up tables at the event to do outreach and gain community exposure.

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