I tried to keep it to five. I really did. But January had other plans. This week’s Friday Five is actually a Friday Seven—with even more to commit to if you’re planning ahead!
From kid-friendly skating and hands-on science workshops to a tropical brewery party, a royal tea, live arts, and a behind-the-scenes motorcycle workshop, this lineup proves that “nothing happens in January” is officially a myth. Plus, I’m serving up two can’t-miss plan-ahead dining events worth snagging reservations for now—including a chef-driven tasting dinner and a multi-night culinary competition for a great cause.
Buckle up, Raleigh—your January calendar is filling up fast.
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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