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By Skirt.com, Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 0 comments
Fashion Unchained

This year, the Coalition to Unchain Dogs will be kicking off its inaugural Fashion Unchained event in high style.

This stylish soiree will be held at the Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh, on Saturday, May 8th beginning at 7pm.

Marbles is a perfect location for the ultimate downtown Raleigh evening experience.  Events main highlight will be a fashion runway show featuring clothing from local boutiques and a silent auction.

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By Angelia, Friday, October 30, 2009, 0 comments

The ACC will open first round play for the Men’s Soccer Championships on Tuesday, November 10th at 1:00pm.  The Quarterfinal rounds will be played on November 11th, followed by the Semifinal rounds on Friday, November 13th.  The Championship Game will be played at 1:00pm on Sunday, November 15th. 

Tournament ticket packages may be purchased in advance and will include entry to all Men’s Soccer ACC Tournament games.  Ticket packages range from $20 for youth (3-18) and college students with a valid ID to $30 for adults.  Tickets may also be reserved for single session games for $15 for adults and $10 for youth (3-18) and college students with valid ID.  All students 8th grade and younger get in free on Sunday for the Championship game, when they sign up for the ACC Kids Club on-site or on-line.

For more information about the tournament as well as ticket reservations please visit www.theacc.com or call 919-341-4552.

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By Angelia, Friday, October 30, 2009, 0 comments

The ACC will open first round play for the Women’s Soccer Championships on Wednesday, November 4th at 12:00pm.  The Semifinal rounds will be played on November 6th while finishing out play in the Championship Game on Sunday, November 8th at 2:00pm. 

Tournament ticket packages may be purchased in advance and will include entry to all Women’s Soccer ACC Tournament games.  Ticket packages range from $20 for youth (3-18) and college students with a valid ID to $30 for adults.  Tickets may also be reserved for single session games for $15 for adults and $10 for youth (3-18) and college students with valid ID. All students 8th grade and younger get in free on Sunday for the Championship game, when they sign up for the ACC Kids Club on-site or on-line.

For more information about the tournament as well as ticket reservations please visit www.theacc.com or call 919-341-4552.

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By Skirt.com, Monday, August 17, 2009, 2 comments

The Wolfpack Club is pleased to announce that NC State Head Football Coach Tom O’Brien and his wife, Jenny, along with Director of Athletics Lee Fowler and his wife, Carol, will be hosting a weeklong tour of majestic Ireland. This seven day, seven night excursion through Killarney and Dublin Ireland, is scheduled for May 15-22, 2010 and is open to all Wolfpack Alumni, donors and fans. Travelers will be treated to a seven day/seven night semi-guided tour of Ireland, spending three nights in Killarney and four nights in Dublin. All transportation, many meals and sightseeing tours are included in the cost. A local host will travel with the group to provide detailed information on all sights.  Make reservations or call 1-800-924-9993 for specific pricing and details.

Date: May15-22, 2010
Location: Killarney and Dublin, Ireland

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

Attend Raleigh Ringers’ annual Spring Concert at Meymandi Concert Hall. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students and groups, available at the Progress Energy Center box office and Ticketmaster outlets. rr.org

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

The Walk for Women takes off at 10 am from the Marbles Museum Courtyard, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh. This event is inspired by Madeleine Albright, who said, “There’s a place in hell for women who don’t help other women.” wcwc.org/events.htm

 

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

Band Together NC will host is ninth annual concert, benefiting The Lucy Daniels Center for Early Childhood. The concert features Rusted Root, The Rosebuds, Chatham County Line and Hobex. Advance tickets $20; $25 at door. bandtogethernc.org

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

First Friday Gallery Walk gives a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh’s exciting art, music and dining scene. Enjoy a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, studios, museums, shops, restaurants. Look for the First Friday Flags to locate participating venues. 6-9pm. godowntownraleigh.com/FirstFridaywww.godowntownraleigh.com/FirstFriday

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

Thad Cockrell plays outdoors at Duke Gardens. General admission is $10, Duke employees $5, Duke students and children 12 and under free. Performances take place rain or shine on the lawn behind the Doris Duke Visitors’ Center at Duke Gardens. 919.684.4444 or dukeperformances.org

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By Megs, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 0 comments

ArtSource Five Points presents Collegiate Spirit, an exhibition featuring college and university-themed artwork by gallery artists. Artists include Larry Dean, Mike Hoyt, Mike Rooney. Call 919.833.0013 or visit artsource-raleigh.com for more info.
 

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Start off the season in style at the NC Symphony’s Summerfest, starting tonight at Koka Booth Amphitheatre with pieces by Tchaikovsky and Dvorak. 7:30pm. $20 in advance; $22 day of show. boothamphitheatre.com

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

The Carrboreaders Non-Fiction Book Club meets at 7pm to discuss the New York Times Bestseller, The Geography of Bliss: One Grump's Search for the Happiest Places in the World by Eric Weiner. Carrboro Cybrary, 100 N. Greensboro St.  918.7387 or co.orange.nc.us/library/cybrary.

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Don’t miss the Women’s Health Fair at the center court of The Streets at Southpoint Mall. Free screenings for blood pressure, body fat and cholesterol and health information on heart disease, cancer, diabetes and more. Part of National Women’s Health Week and sponsored by UNC Health Care. No registration. 919.843.1759 or nchealthywoman.org.

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Clothes, makeup, wine: These are a few of our favorite things! Find all three at the Fashionistas Shopping Spree, sponsored by Adams Vineyards and My Back Porch. 7-9pm. Free admission. Adams Vineyards and Winery, Willow Spring.

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Get your hands on goodies made by independent designers at the Handmade Market.  11am-5pm. Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh.

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Hit the road at the 7th Annual New Balance Girls on the Run 5k & Fun Run.  9am. UNC Wellness Center. Meadowmont, Chapel Hill. gotrtriangle.org

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Honor your mother with photos for a good cause. Val Godwin Photography is offering a special Mother’s Day Package in honor of Lea Wharton, a friend currently battling breast cancer. Each $60 session fee will be donated to the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.    

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By Angelia, Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 0 comments

Be bad and get away with it! Funds raised during Dessert First, a women’s fundraiser benefiting The V Foundation for Cancer Research, will support a cancer research grant honoring former N.C. State women’s basketball coach Kay Yow.  Raleigh Marriott City. 6pm.  eatdessertfirst.info 

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By faith.dwight, Monday, February 2, 2009, 0 comments
Dance the night away at the Tune Swingers Orchestra’s My Funny Valentine Dance.  The 19-piece big band will play romantic 1940s and ‘50s hits while you do your best Fred and Ginger impressions.  $10.  8-10:30pm.  Raleigh Elk Lodge.  5538 Lead Mine Rd.  919.787.5990.     
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By faith.dwight, Monday, February 2, 2009, 0 comments
The Durham Art Guild’s annual Sweet Arts fundraiser is extra sweet this year – it’s the sixteenth year running.  The event celebrates Durham’s arts community by featuring live and silent auctions of work by regionally and nationally recognized artists and craftspeople.  Bring your purse and your generous spirit.  8-11pm.  $20 in advance; $25 at the door.  Durham Arts Council building, 120 Morris Street.
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By faith.dwight, Monday, February 2, 2009, 0 comments
Escape the sound of silence with Art Garfunkel, live tonight at the Progress Energy Center. 8pm. Tickets start at $26. progressenergycenter.com
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By faith.dwight, Monday, February 2, 2009, 0 comments
Explore the complexities of the mother/daughter relationship with PlayMakers Repertory Company’s rotating performances of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie and Lisa Kron’s Well. Tickets from $10 to $40.  All performances at PlayMakers, 150 Country Club Rd., Chapel Hill.  playmakersrep.org
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By faith.dwight, Monday, January 19, 2009, 0 comments
Don’t miss the opening of the Boys & Girls Club Organizational Art Show.  4-6pm.  The old Talbot’s Men’s Store in Cameron Village Shopping Center.
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By faith.dwight, Friday, January 9, 2009, 1 comments
Confess your guilty pleasures at skirt! After Work.  5:30-7:30pm.  518 West Italian Café.  $5 Truth Serum drink specials.  Bring lotions, shampoos, and other pampering products for the women of Interact of Wake County.
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By faith.dwight, Friday, January 2, 2009, 0 comments
Take a walk for unity: join the 28th Annual Martin Luther King Memorial March.  Assembly starts at the State Capitol building in downtown Raleigh at 10am; march starts at 11am.  king-raleigh.org
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By faith.dwight, Friday, January 2, 2009, 0 comments
Get a southern twist on life and love in the US of A at the Southern Fried Chicks Comedy Tour, tonight at The Clayton Center. 8pm. $25.  theclaytoncenter.com   
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By faith.dwight, Friday, January 2, 2009, 0 comments
Celebrate the inauguration of our state’s first female Governor, Bev Perdue, tonight at the Inaugural Ball. Put on by the Junior League of Raleigh, the event starts at 9pm and continues until midnight. Raleigh Convention Center. $125 per person,  ncgovernorslball.org
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By faith.dwight, Friday, January 2, 2009, 0 comments
Start your new year of healthier living off right with the Resolution Run.  NCSU Centennial Campus.  9am.  $20.  ncroadrunners.org. 
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By faith.dwight, Monday, December 1, 2008, 0 comments
Former First Lady and environmentalist Lady Bird Johnson was born on this day in 1912.
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By faith.dwight, Monday, December 1, 2008, 0 comments
Celebrate the holidays in style with Harry Connick, Jr. and His Big Band.  The pianist, singer, and bandleader will stop at the shiny new Durham Performing Arts Center on his “Holiday Celebration” tour.  7:30pm.  $50-$85.  For tickets, call the box office at 919.680.ARTS.   
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