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Get ready to level up your Friday night at Adult Nights: Game On! at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. From board games to video games, this 21+ event is serving up nostalgia and competition with a side of science. Roam interactive science stations, take on NPC side quests, and sip on themed cocktails while you actually earn XP IRL.
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Raleigh Overtime:
🍴 FOODIE FIND: Stanbury Restaurant’s Clam Chowder is a creamy soup made with tender clams, potatoes, onions, celery, and herbs, often served with a side of crackers or bread.
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🛍️ GARAGE SALE: Head over to Annali Way on May 17 at 7AM for a treasure trove of collectibles, home décor, toys, clothes, glassware, and unique finds like a complete Avon Nativity set and Swarovski figurines. More details here →
📝 LOCAL CLASS: Free Basic Maintenance Class at Oak City Cycling on May 14 at 7PM.
Learn basic bike anatomy, how to change a flat tire, and how to clean and lubricate your chain in this hands-on beginner maintenance class. Sign up here →
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Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: Open Mic with a Live Band
Join the stage with a live house band for a high-energy night of music, creativity, and community—no experience required, just bring your talent and sign up. | Slim’s Dive Bar | May 13, 9PM
🎤 Plan Ahead: Kesha & Scissor Sisters | Pop
Kesha and the reunited Scissor Sisters are set to dazzle this summer with their co-headlining "Tits Out Tour," a glitter-soaked celebration of love, liberation, and unapologetic self-expression | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | August 3, 7PM | Get tickets here →
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Let’s Get Laughing:
🎤 This Week: Will Burkart at Goodnights Comedy Club | May 14, 8PM | Will Burkart delivers clean, quick-paced stand-up full of self-deprecating humor, sharp observations, and charmingly awkward stories about modern life. Get tickets here →
😂 Plan Ahead: Mario Adrion at Goodnights Comedy Club | July 10, 7:30PM | Mario Adrion is a German-American stand-up comedian and former male model known for his self-deprecating humor and observational comedy, often drawing from his experiences in the fashion industry and life as a European in the U.S. Get tickets here →
Find Friends in Raleigh:
Curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:
👋 Lake Crabtree Cookout, Boating & More @ Lake Crabtree County Park | May 17 | 10 AM
A fun, outdoor gathering at Lake Crabtree County Park with grilling, games, free boat rentals, and activities, perfect for meeting new friends and enjoying a day of community and nature. Get details here →
🤝 The String Cheese Incident ~ Landfill Diversion Event @ Red Hat Amphitheater | May 16 | 8PM
Help divert recyclables from the landfill at Red Hat Amphitheater while enjoying a concert and connecting with fellow volunteers. Get details here →
If you're strolling down Fayetteville Street, don't miss the City of Raleigh Museum—it's like a time capsule tucked inside the historic 1874 Briggs Hardware Building. The exhibits are always changing, but they consistently offer a deep dive into Raleigh's rich history, from the Civil Rights Movement to World War II stories. It's free to enter, and the intimate setting makes it feel like you're uncovering the city's secrets firsthand.
—Eva, a longtime reader
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