Rooftop Wine Tasting at 10th & Terrace (Yes, It’s as Nice as It Sounds)
Free wine, skyline views, and a sommelier who makes it all make sense.

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Head up to 10th & Terrace on Thursday, April 16 (5–7pm) for a complimentary wine tasting led by sommelier Lily Schild. You’ll sample a lineup from J Vineyards while learning the stories behind each pour—so you can casually drop “winemaker insights” later like a pro. Want in? You’ll definitely want to peek at this reservation link before spots disappear.
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Raleigh Overtime:
🍴 FOODIE FIND: O-Ku Raleigh’s Strawberry Cream Cake is a dreamy dessert featuring soft sponge, strawberry mousse, shiso berry sauce, masago coconut crumble, and a topping of coconut gelato.
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📝 LOCAL CLASS: Fused Glass Pet Portraits at Fusion Gallery on April 12 at 10AM.
In this class, students create a 5×7 glass portrait of their pet using chunky frit, learning cutting, grinding, and sawing techniques while working from a provided photo or drawing template. Sign up here →
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🌳 Golden Years Gatherings
Handpicked social, cultural, and community events especially for Raleigh’s older adults.
👋 Event of the day: Stretch and Refresh @ DCP Academy Pavilion | April 13 | 10AM
An hour-long senior-friendly Stretch and Refresh class at Downtown Cary Park with Dr. Carlie Huberman focuses on improving mobility and flexibility in a fun, safe, chair-based group setting. Get details here →
💲 Senior Discount of the Day: Harris Teeter | 5% Off Thursdays
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Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: Bush | Rock
Bush is a British rock band known for their post-grunge sound and 1990s hits like “Glycerine” and “Comedown.” | Red Hat Amphitheater | April 14, 7PM | Get tickets here →
🎤 Plan Ahead: Meghan Trainor | Pop
Meghan Trainor is an American pop singer-songwriter known for her retro-inspired sound, body-positive anthems, and chart-topping hits that blend modern pop with doo-wop and R&B influences. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | June 27, 6:30PM | Get tickets here →

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Let’s Get Laughing:
🎤 This Week: Trae Crowder at Goodnights Comedy Club | April 16-19 | Trae Crowder is an American stand-up comedian and writer known for his Southern-style humor and viral “Liberal Redneck” videos. Get tickets here →
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Curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:
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🤝 Dinner with Creatives | April 30 | 7PM
A social dining experience that brings strangers together for a spontaneous night out, fostering new connections and community through shared meals and conversation. Get details here →

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