“A League of Their Own” Under the Stars
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Batter up, Raleigh! Celebrate Women’s History Month and classic cinema with a free screening of A League of Their Own at Fred Fletcher Park on Sunday, March 30. The pitch? Show up at 7 p.m. with your blanket, lawn chair, and snack stash—movie starts at 7:30 sharp. Bring the whole crew (yes, even that one friend who quotes every line).
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just think free movies + good weather = a home run. ⚾🎬 (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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The 919 Deal Drop:
Don’t miss these feel-good Friday sips at The Mecca Restaurant 🔥
Get 1/2 off mimosas (flights not included) and $3 beers every Friday—no code needed, just show up and enjoy the vibe.
📍Where: The Mecca Restaurant
📅 When: Every Friday
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This elegant Inside The Beltline home offers a first-floor primary suite, a designer kitchen, a sunroom, and a screened porch—all in a prime cul-de-sac location with direct access to Raleigh’s Greenway and Jaycee Park.* Take a look here →
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📱 Text or call: 919-249-8536
📧 Email: [email protected]
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Raleigh Overtime:
🍴 FOODIE FIND: Hummingbird’s Root Vegetable Salad is a vibrant mix of roasted turnips and beets, pickled jicama, baby kale, blood oranges, fried goat cheese, local bibb lettuce, and charred red onion vinaigrette.
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Chelsea is a charming and intelligent feline who loves cozying up with a good book and is ready to embark on a heartwarming new chapter with her forever family. Check her out here →
🛍️ GARAGE SALE: Head over to 310 Westonridge Rd on March 29 at 8AM for baby gear galore—including top brands like Melissa & Doug, LovEvery, and Hanna Andersson—plus furniture, toys, nursing supplies, collectibles, Squishmallows, and so much more for the whole family! More details here →
📝 LOCAL CLASS: Learn Terrarium Building and Air Plant Care at 1101 East Whitaker Mill Road on March 29 at 6PM.
A hands-on Air Plant Terrarium Workshop at Urban Pothos, where you'll create your own stunning terrarium, learn easy air plant care, and take home a unique, personalized piece of greenery—no experience needed! Sign up here →
Unscramble, Win a Prize:
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Local Vocals:
🎸 This Week: Chanel Beads with More Ease | Pop
Experience an electrifying night of genre-blending music as Chanel Beads and More Ease take the stage in Raleigh for a dynamic live performance. | The Kings | March 27, 7PM | $16-$20 | Get tickets here →
🎤 Plan Ahead: Gillian Welch & David Rawlings | Country
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings are a Grammy-winning folk duo known for their haunting harmonies, masterful guitar work, and timeless storytelling that blends Americana, bluegrass, and roots music. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | May 3, 7:30PM | Get tickets here →
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✔️ Wealth Advisor: Capitol Financial has 25+ Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating for expert financial planning. Your future self will thank you.
Let’s Get Laughing:
🎤 This Week: Tiffany Haddish at the Carolina Theatre | March 29, 7PM | Tiffany Haddish is a high-energy comedian known for her bold, unfiltered storytelling and sharp social commentary. Drawing from personal experiences, she blends humor with authenticity, making her a standout in stand-up and film. Get tickets here →
😂 Plan Ahead: The McElroys at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | April 4, 7PM | The McElroys are a family of podcasters and comedians known for their witty, wholesome, and often absurd humor. Their style blends improvisational comedy, heartfelt storytelling, and geek culture references, creating an engaging mix of laughter and warmth. Get tickets here →
Raleigh Reads:
🚗 North Carolina Day Trips includes 170 must-visit destinations, organized by theme.*
🔍 Raleigh's Great Scavenger Hunt Adventure uncovers 50 must-see spots and hidden gems.*
🥾 Best Hikes Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill features 40 family-friendly hikes within an hour of the Triangle, including hidden trails.*
Looking for guides to Raleigh neighborhoods? Check these out: Boylan Heights, Downtown, Glenwood South, Historic Oakwood, Mordecai, North Hills, and North Raleigh.
Looking for guides to towns around Raleigh? Check these out: Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill, Clayton, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Wendell, and Zebulon.
Find New Friends in Raleigh:
By popular demand, here are curated social events without an emphasis on alcohol or romance:
👋 Triangle GBT Men’s Social @ LGBT Center of Raleigh Social Events | April 8 | 8PM
A welcoming social group for male, male-adjacent, and male-ish members of the LGBTQ+ community to play games, have discussions, and connect in a safe, inclusive space. Open to ages 18+, with games like Codenames, Pictionary, and Uno, as well as open-ended discussions.
🤝 Stress Free FUNshop @ 3050 N New Hope Rd | April 19 | 10AM
The Stress-Free FUNshop is an interactive event that helps participants manage stress through fun activities, movement, and adaptive coping practices to improve well-being and quality of life.
Raleigh Household Deals:
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🛒 Harris Teeter savings: 8 oz Whole or Sliced Mushrooms, buy one get one free
🦁 Food Lion savings: Dole Fruit Bowls, 2 for $5
Oak City Job Openings:
💻 WORK-FROM-HOME JOB HIRING IN RALEIGH: Concentrix.com is seeking Sales Support.
Sales Support Specialist providing administrative assistance to the sales team, preparing quotes and contracts, maintaining sales tools, assisting customers, troubleshooting issues, and delivering presentations while ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication. More details here →
🖥️ WORK-FROM-HOME JOB HIRING IN RALEIGH: Verblio.com is seeking a Freelance Content Writer.
Creates engaging, well-researched content for various platforms, including articles, blogs, and social media, tailored to client needs. More details here →
💰 WORK-FROM-HOME SIDE GIG IN RALEIGH: SurveyJunkie is looking for people to take surveys! Get paid to share your opinions on products, services, and trends—all from the comfort of your home.* More details here →
🤝 GREENVILLE JOB: ECU Health Medical Center is seeking a Rehab Discharge Coordinator.
Coordinates post-discharge services, facilitates safe and effective patient transitions, and supports rehab admissions within the inpatient rehabilitation service line. More details here →
💼 DURHAM JOB: Zachary Piper LLC is seeking a Quality Test Engineer (Playwright).
A Quality Test Engineer (Playwright) designs, develops, and executes automated tests using Playwright to ensure the functionality, performance, and reliability of web applications. More details here →
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