Poetry like you've never heard it before... In collaboration with CAM Raleigh: Culture At the Mic is a monthly showcase of talented local artists hosted by the Contemporary Art Museum of Downtown Raleigh. Our goal is to create an intimate and powerful environment where the focus is on the artists and creating an open dialogue […]
Enjoy a craft making workshop in a beautiful farm setting... In collaboration with Windridge Farms: Paint a fun scene with Barbara Jean! This workshop will feature instructor Barbara Jean Murray, a local painter with many paint parties under her belt and a slew of fun painting experiences to offer. She has offered painting experiences for […]
Centuries of heritage live within the unique spirit of mezcal... In collaboration with Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria: The first Mezcal Bar in the southeast, Gallo Pelón offers an intimate mezcal tasting experience. Their bar is beautiful, exciting, and intimate with a style representing the Colombian heritage of its owner, Angela Salamanca. We welcome you into our […]
Press the dough, roll the apples, empty the window sill and fill the crust; Crimp, decorate, bake, and cut... In Collaboration with Slice Pie Company: Learn the treasured, from-scratch family process of making artisan apple pies with Raleigh's resident Pie Lady. In this workshop you'll learn how to bake a beautiful apple pie from scratch. […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting what's right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Hand-Picked Nursery: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist. In this workshop you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes her time […]
"The Defiant spirit runs through our souls. That craving for adventure and breaking away from convention..." In collaboration with Blue Ridge Distilling Company: "Defiant Whisky", the flagship product of Blue Ridge Distilling Co, is named for the power of finding truth in authenticity. Their aim is to pioneer a new path in brewing unbound by […]
It is truly magical what a little heat and carbon can create... In Collaboration with Dreaming Stone Arts and Ecology Center: This workshop is all about the little known but highly valuable process of making Biochar, even in your backyard! Maybe you want a healthier garden, are sick of throwing away landscape waste, would love […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Evan, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the city […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
Fill your life with storied objects and reminders that local goods do local good... In collaboration with Sawdust and Clay Collaborative: Come out to this delightful haven for creatives in Apex, NC to celebrate springtime fun and paint your own ceramic planter. Each planter is hand-thrown and carved by their very own potter, Amy Bishop, […]
Bouquets are beautiful but planters are permanent... In Collaboration with Old North State Food Hall: With Mother’s Day just around the corner, this workshop is an opportunity to give the gift of flowers that will keep blooming all through the season. Give this to someone special in your life or use this as the perfect […]
Remember that mothers love beer too! Treat the mother in your life to an afternoon of beer and cider in the Whitaker Mill Road/Old Wake Forest Road neighborhood. The tour will include 2-3 tastings at three beer and cider venues in the neighborhood. As we go along, you’ll learn about North Carolina’s craft beer industry, […]
You will meet our treasure hunt guide at Cotton House Craft Brewers (307 S. Academy St., Cary, NC 27511). After an initial briefing, your team will depart with your treasure map on a 60 minute scavenger hunt where you will use your mind and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find […]
Sharing tea is one of our oldest ceremonies for connection and reflection... In collaboration with Jasper & Gold: Meet Matthias Payton, a true artist of tastes and smells and founder of Jasper & Gold, the gift he wants to share with the world. He has spent years researching how to properly steep tea while extracting […]
Centuries of heritage live within the unique spirit of mezcal... In collaboration with Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria: The first Mezcal Bar in the southeast, Gallo Pelón offers an intimate mezcal tasting experience. Their bar is beautiful, exciting, and intimate with a style representing the Colombian heritage of its owner, Angela Salamanca. We welcome you into our […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline... In collaboration with Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewery: Dominique Weatherspoon, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting what's right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Hand-Picked Nursery: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist. In this workshop you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes her time […]
Sunlight and green pastures are chicken soup for the soul... In collaboration with New Beginnings Historic Farm Enjoy the peacefulness that nature brings while hiking around the pastures and forest and where our highland cows reside. We will meet at front of the NB farm house before starting at the very top of our field. As […]
EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHERBees keep the world sweet and flourishing... This experience is all about learning where the things you love come from hosted by Steve and Shannon Baxter, local beekeepers and owner's of Baxter's Bees; not to mention just all-around great people! Come to the Stone Ridge Farm Market in Zebulon, NC for a […]
Island hopping through the story of food... In Collaboration with The Nest Raleigh: Join us this evening for a 6 course dinner exploring delicious Caribbean themed fare with private Chef Lemar Farrington. Each dish will be inspired by the cooking tradition of a different island culture, allowing you to explore the nuances of […]
Bring your creativity into the frame with some fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an old tradition! You will spend your evening with Abby Redus, a passionate local weaver and detail-oriented textile designer with the goal of breaking down […]
Celebrate spring with Taps & Corks Tours, as we enjoy a late afternoon happy hour on May 23 with stops at two Whitaker Mill watering holes – Lynnwood Brewing Concern and East Bower Cider Co. We’ll meet at 4 pm for beer tasting and light appetizers at Lynnwood Brewing Concern, then walk about a block […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
Take a little piece of the farm everywhere you go... In collaboration with Cherry Mountain Farm and General Store: This hands-on workshop will take you through the process of selecting natural farm momentos and preserving them in a resin craft of your own to take home with you. You'll learn all about what resin is, […]
Deep tradition makes for deeper flavor... In collaboration with Broadslab Distillery: Not many families can say that they helped pioneer a state-wide industry, but Jeremy and Shelly Norris have family roots that run all the way to the sunrise of NC moonshine distilling. Generations later, they're still at it! In this experience you'll get to […]
