Jan 19, 2018 | Community, Food, Music, Raleigh Planning, Restaurants
NC Symphony Presents the Music of the Rolling Stones ~ Jan. 19 & 20 An evening celebrating one of the most iconic rock groups in history. A masterful combination of symphonic arrangements with a full rock band delivers the Stones’ greatest hits including...
Jan 16, 2018 | Community, Development, Neighborhoods, Preservation, Raleigh Planning, Vision
~By Clodagh Bastian Architecture tells a story about the time and place and community that creates it. It serves as a living document to our progress, and it gives us a common identity. An assemblage of buildings reflect Raleigh’s voyage from its 1792 founding as the...
Dec 31, 2017 | Community, History, Neighborhoods, Preservation, Raleigh Planning, Vision
Image: Student housing construction on the site of the former Velvet Cloak Inn. ~ By Clodagh Bastian Raleigh’s popularity is spurring growth and increased density across the city. While some areas like Briar Creek or portions of North Raleigh are expanding on...
Dec 18, 2017 | City Council, Community, Development, Preservation
~By Clodagh Bastian The face of SouthWestRaleigh has changed significantly over the last couple of decades. As more and more people come into the area, development increases; and with continued recognition of the city on “best of” lists, that growth continues. Major...
Dec 15, 2017 | Charity, Community, Holidays
In honor of the season, this week’s SWR Happenings highlights SouthWestRaleigh events and organizations dedicated to helping those in need. 8th Annual Raleigh Tour de Toys ~ Dec. 16 Take part in a group bike ride of beautiful downtown Raleigh and bring some Christmas...
Dec 1, 2017 | Arts, Community, Entertainment, Events, Food, Holidays, Music, Shopping
First Friday Raleigh ~ Dec. 1 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...
