The Cooper Charitable Foundation fundraiser is hosting its first-ever fundraiser bash at Melrose Knitting Mill on Wednesday, June 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The newly launched housing stability grant nonprofit invites you to join us for a night of eating, drinking, and giving to support housing for all. Your donation will go directly to help those in need of attaining housing or preventing eviction through their housing stability grant program. Grab your tickets today!
Cheers to 20 Years of Me Fine! 🥳
It’s time to party with Me Fine as they turn the big 2-0! Come join the fun at Me Fine’s 20th Birthday Bash on Thursday, June 13, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. hosted at Haven Farm for an unforgettable soirée. Not only do we love Me Fine and Haven Farm, but we’re also big fans of BJ Barham, the beloved frontman of American Aquarium, who will be leading the night! Featuring live music, yummy food, refreshing cocktails, and picturesque surroundings, this promises to be a night to remember. Secure your VIP access now for early entry and an exclusive reception with birthday cocktails, delectable bites, a dessert bar, and the chance to meet BJ himself. General admission tickets start at $75, so don’t wait—click here to snag yours before they’re all gone!
Bonus: It’s Finally Here… The 124th U.S. Open ⛳
Gear up for a tee-rific week in Pinehurst! The 124th U.S. Open is swinging back to Pinehurst from Monday, June 10, to Sunday, June 16, promising a tournament that’ll knock your socks off from the best in the nation. Whether you’re a golf lover or simply tuning into the golf channel for some relaxing entertainment (no judgment here!), brace yourself for a week that’s gonna be a hole-in-one!
Friday Five: Good Times and Tan Lines 😎
Summer is officially in the air, and by that I mean it’s already superrrr humid and its barely June yet. Ah, North Carolina at its finest! Nevertheless, the season marks the beginning of pool days, patio hangs, beach weekends, and parties—any excuse to get together and enjoy the warm weather! This weekend is a prime example, what with several fun-filled summery happenings on the calendar. Without further ado, here’s your Friday Five!
But First… Don’t Forget to Enter Our Tee-rific Giveaway! ⛳️
Fore! Get ready to par-tee during the 124th U.S. Open in Pinehurst June 10–16. In honor of the highly anticipated sporting event, we’re giving away a “Taste of the U.S. Open” gift bag chock-full of local goodies that will be showcased in Pinehurst this year.
Ridgewells Catering, the primary food provider for the U.S. Open, collaborated with local partners to showcase the state’s culinary offerings, with many members of the North Carolina Specialty Foods Association selected for the event. We want to express our gratitude to the association for supplying these delightful gift bags and treats!
Inside the goodie bag you’ll find a variety of top-notch local delights to savor while you catch all of the golf action at home, including:
- Durham Toffee Brittled Nut Clusters
- Piedmont Pennies Cheese Snacks
- Cackalacky Sauces
- Mrs. Ruth’s Jams
- Big Spoon Roasters Treats
- JP’s Pastry $50 gift card
- Sarge’s Seafood Seasoning
- Sweet Vine Muscadine Vinaigrette
- Flavor Seed Dessert Spice
- Rising Smoke Sauceworks Synergy Hot Sauce
- Sippin Snax Peppa Snax
- NCSFA and Got To Be NC swag
In Bloom: Gardens on Parade 🪻🌻🌷
Gather your flower power—and your walking shoes!—for this three-day event showcasing some of Raleigh’s finest gardens presented by the Raleigh Garden Club. Gardens on Parade features three events from Friday, May 31, to Sunday, June 2:
May 31: Enjoy an evening of wine, cheese, charcuterie, and desserts; relaxing chamber music; and a fashion show at Sunset & Moonlight in the Garden at a private garden in North Raleigh.
May 31 & June 1: Home-garden tour of eight sites throughout Raleigh featuring a mix of native plants, trails, creative landscaping, and hardscape—plus garden-themed art for sale by local artisans at each location
June 2: Don your best hat for a garden party and silent auction at JC Raulston Arboretum featuring refreshments and live music, with artwork donated by Garden Tour artisans.
Go Greek or Go Home 🇬🇷
Opa! The Raleigh Greek Festival returns Friday, May 31, through Sunday, June 2, at the NC State Fairgrounds with authentic Greek food using recipes handed down for generations (think moussaka, spanakopita, chicken souvlaki, traditional gyros, and more)—plus live music and dancing. Bonus: A portion of proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon.
Dive Into Summer at Tap Yard 🌞🌊
Skip the drive, parking fees, and copious amounts of sand in your car that comes with going to the actual beach for Tap Yard’s Beach Music & Brews Bash on Saturday, June 1, part of its Never Ending Summerfest! There will be prizes, yard games, cocktails, a food truck, and tunes from Miss Mini & The Sandman Band. Ride the wave!