If this has not yet taken over your Instagram feed, you need to know that Miracle® is back at The Haymaker for a holiday cocktail party like none other! If you want to go on a Friday or Saturday evening at peak time, yes, you’ll need to plan to wait in line to get in… or, go early or check out a weeknight offering to raise a festive Santa mug or other fun glassware filled with the pop-up event’s featured annual menu selections.
Shop Local for the Holidays: Raleigh Skyline Bags at Vivian’s Denim + Bar
Hey, y’all! Lisa jumping in here to close out this week’s issue and share a new feature… each week this month we’ll highlight a way to shop local this holiday season, starting with my very own retail pursuit: Vivian’s Denim + Bar. I’ve been marinating on this idea for a while and convinced my other half that we had the time to try a retail concept this year… 😉 In addition to being your local source for denim + barware (think: hers + his), I found this fantastic woman-owned business to make these Raleigh skyline bags for us right here in the USA! (Trust me, that’s a real rarity.) I hope you, and your lucky gift recipients, love showing off their Raleigh pride as much as I do with these fun finds. 🛍
Friday Five… On a Tuesday?
Nope, you didn’t miss it! I did. But without further ado, I bring you five events happening this month that you can make your best Tuesday effort to plan to attend. (Plus, one savory giveaway that always hits the spot for our fans!) Keep reading and thanks for being here, y’all!
But First… It’s the Return of Our Ham Jam Giveaway
A sure sign of the holiday season is the backed-up traffic ritual, lovingly referred to as the “Ham Jam”, near your local HoneyBaked® Ham store. To reward your patience in waiting, waiting, and waiting a bit more, two of our fave local real estate agents, Ryan Boone and Annie Meadows of Hudson Residential, return once more to treat one lucky Raleigh Weekend winner to a $50 The Honey Baked Ham Company® gift card. You know the drill… fill in your details at the link for a chance to win!
William Peace University Lights up the Lawn on Wednesday, Nov. 16
Everyone is invited to kick off the holiday season on the lawn at WPU on Wednesday, Nov. 16, beginning at 6:45 p.m. Hosted by University President Brian Ralph, the event features a tree lighting, treats, and commemorative photos printed on-site, free of charge.
Coastal Credit Union Music Park’s Magic of Lights Returns Beginning Nov. 18
Get ready to cruise through one of the area’s largest holiday light exhibitions at Coastal Credit Union Music Park and when you attend early, you can save some money for stocking stuffers. Purchase tickets online and visit by December 8 to save $5.
Now Through Nov. 19, Moonlight in the Garden Lights up J. C. Raulston Arboretum
This is no average lighted event in the capital city… this, my friends, is JC Raulston Arboretum’s annual “Moonlight in the Garden” celebration. The images alone are awe-inspiring, can’t you just imagine what it’s like to take this experience in for yourself in person? Be sure to view the full lineup which details food trucks, live music performances, and more in store for ticket holders!
Bike, Run, or Walk Your Way Through WRAL’s Nights of Lights During These Special Dates
If traffic jams aren’t your, well, jam, then do yourself a favor and plan to make the most of WRAL’s Nights of Lights during Nights of Lights 5K Fun Run/Walk, hosted by Runologie, on Saturday, Nov. 19, or by gearing up for one of the two exclusive bike nights: Wednesday, Nov. 30, or Wednesday, Dec. 7.