Make a Day of It Sunday: Books, Brews & a Clothing Swap

If you’re looking for something fun to do before Super Bowl plans kick in, consider this your Sunday afternoon–into–early evening game plan. Two free, feel-good events—both within easy reach—make it simple to turn Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, into a casual pub crawl with some budget-friendly shopping mixed in.

Start the afternoon at Raleigh Brewing Company for their Book Fair, then keep the good vibes going with a stop at Wolfe & Porter for a community Clothing Swap. Browse, sip, swap, repeat.

Stop 1: Book Fair at Raleigh Brewing Company
Spend the afternoon browsing books, meeting indie authors, and shopping bookish gifts you didn’t know you needed—all while enjoying a beer if the mood strikes.

📍 Raleigh Brewing Company – 3709 Neil St, Raleigh
📅 Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 | 1–4 p.m.
💸 Free to attend
🔗 More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/800046069740257

Stop 2: Clothing Swap at Wolfe & Porter
Afterward, head over to Wolfe & Porter to clean out your closet and score some new-to-you pieces. Just bring a piece of clothing to swap—plus sizes are encouraged, and the vibe is welcoming and inclusive.

📍 Wolfe & Porter – 905 W. Morgan St, Raleigh
📅 Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 | 5–8 p.m.
💸 Free (bring a clothing item to swap)
🔗 Event details: https://www.wolfeandporter.com/events

Whether you’re dodging Super Bowl prep or just looking to make the most of a winter Sunday, this books-to-bar-to-boutique combo is an easy win—no tickets, no pressure, just good company and good finds.

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Lisa Jeffries Nobling

Founder + Principal at Raleighwood Media Group + Raleighwood Event Group

Lisa Jeffries, a 2007 graduate of N.C. State University’s Wilson College of Textiles and Poole College of Management, has been working in marketing since 2005. Her professional work experience ranges from independent, family-owned businesses to high-growth tech startups. Lisa’s specific areas of expertise include new media and experiential marketing for service-based businesses. Passionate about her clients, cheering on the Wolfpack, live music, and rescuing animals, she is also the founder of Raleigh Food & Wine and Raleighwood Wifi. Lisa completed the NC State + SKEMA Business School MSc dual master’s degree program in Global Luxury Management in 2016, publishing a thesis, Location-Based Opportunities for Brand Marketing With Emphasis on Application Within Luxury Industries.

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