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Category Archives: South West Raleigh
Parks in the Creative District: 2013 Seasonal Pools Opening
With the holiday weekend ahead, it’s a great time to get outside (or inside) and cool off in one of the Creative District’s pools. Load up the kiddos, pack a picnic lunch, and head to one of the three nearby … Continue reading
Artsplosure 2013
Artsplosure, the Raleigh Arts Festival, is happening in Downtown Raleigh this weekend and you won’t want to miss it. Whether you’re looking to browse shops at the art market, listen to live music, expose the kids to art, start your … Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Entertainment, Events, South West Raleigh
Tagged Arts, Artspace, Artsplosure, carnival, City Plaza, Downtown Raleigh, fun for kids, kid friendly, Kidsplosure, Marbles Kids Museum, Moore Square, music, shopping, Zoppe
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Thousands Flock to Downtown Food Truck Rodeo
If you’ve been in Raleigh for at least a year, then you know that food trucks have made a lot of progress over the past few months. Sunday, May 12 proved that people in Downtown Raleigh and from around the … Continue reading
Parks in the Creative District: System Plan Visioning Sessions
The City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department is in the middle of developing a new System Plan to help shape the city’s parks, greenways and programs over the next 20 years. The next step in the process is to … Continue reading
Parks in the Creative District: Mother’s Day Ideas
Looking for a unique way to tell that special mom in your life how much she means to you? Why not explore a local eatery and outdoor spot this year! Whether you’re celebrating your wife, your mom, a special “mom-like” … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Parks & Rec, Restaurants, South West Raleigh
Tagged carousel, Chavis Park, Farmers Market, Food Truck Rodeo, Historic Yates Mill County Park, JC Raulston Arboretum, Kentwood Park, Lake Johnson, Lake Raleigh, Marbles Kid Museum, mom, Mother's Day, NC Museum of Art, Neomonde, Powell Drive Park, Raleigh Brewing Company, Raleigh Little Theatre, Reedy Creek Trail, Rose Garden, State Farmers Market Restaurant, Whole Foods
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Parks in the Creative District: Blue Trail Opening at Museum Park
Looking for the perfect weekend combination of beautiful weather, outdoor art, and fitness? Bring your family and friends to celebrate the opening of the new one-mile Blue Loop trail at the NC Museum of Art’s Museum Park on Saturday, April 13 … Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Events, South West Raleigh
Tagged Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Blue Loop, free events, Museum Park, NC Museum of Art, paved, walking trail
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Parks in the Creative District: Easter Egg Hunts
Ready, set, egg hunt! The Raleigh Parks & Recreation Department is hosting Easter Egg Hunts at various community centers throughout Raleigh on Saturday, March 23. All egg hunts begin at 11:00 am, but check with your community center to learn … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged Easter, egg hunt, free events, Jaycee Community Center, Peach Road Park, Pullen Park
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Creative Spotlight: Robby Johnston & Craig Kerins | The Raleigh Architecture Co.
Due to a robust design and architecture program at NC State as well as the rapid growth of our city, Raleigh is quickly becoming a hot spot for young architects and designers. As the city population expands, so do the … Continue reading
Trophy Brewing Opens Doors, Taps on West Morgan
The Creative District has a new craft brewery. Trophy Brewing Company, located at 827 W. Morgan Street between NC State and Downtown Raleigh, is Raleigh’s newest and most exciting craft brewery. That brings Raleigh’s total to eight breweries and a … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Economic Development, South West Raleigh
Tagged Brewery, Busy Bee, Creative District, Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh Economic Development, Trophy, West Morgan
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Parks in the Creative District: Valentine’s Day Ideas
Why not take a different approach to celebrating Valentine’s Day and explore a park in the Creative District with a loved one? Whether it’s a spouse, friend, or special little one these ideas are sure to entertain and provide fun … Continue reading