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Rock & Shop Market Gift Guide – Pt. 1 – For Him
One of the things I hear a lot is that there is a void when it comes to guy stuff at craft shows like the Rock & Shop Market. We try our best to create a shopping environment that both guys and girls will appreciate, but to be fair most of the vendors that apply [...]
No Comments »Rock & Shop Vintage Market, Durham Recap Pt. 1
The first Rock & Shop Vintage Market in Durham was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered their time and offered their services. We could not have done it without you. I’m going to do a few recap posts highlighting the event. Since we decided to have a fashion show at this [...]
IndieNC/The Conquerors and LoPop Shop
Artspace has some exciting events going on this Friday, September 4th, including the opening of The Conquerors. The exhibition was co-curated with local artist Paul Friedrich, and features the work of five nationally known Lowbrow artists that will be exhibiting in Raleigh for the first time: Liz McGrath, Mark Bodnar, Mari Inukai, Bill McRight, and [...]
Call for Vendors // 2 Upcoming Rock & Shop Markets!
I am happy to announce that The Rock & Shop Market is moving to a bigger venue in downtown Raleigh, The All Saints Chapel. There will still be a bar, live bands & designer shopping but the space is bigger, beautiful, and has it’s own parking lot. AND in addition to that we are bringing [...]
Lump Gallery Benefit Dance
Raleigh’s Lump Gallery will be hosting a dance party led by FrequeNC records, this Saturday August 22nd at 7pm, with to benefit the gallery. There will be a video screening by Acid Rain Production and live video mixing by Asheville artist Megan McKissack. A $5 admission is suggested. Lump is located at 505 S. Blount [...]
Giveaway: Merge Records, She & Him Poster
In honor of Merge Records 20th Anniversary celebration, they are giving away 5 of these beautiful She & Him posters designed by their Art Director, Maggie Fost. Just comment below by next Wednesday the 22nd, 12pm EST. The winners will be picked at random. Please include your email address so that we can contact you [...]
Class: Find Your Home Decorating Style, This Thursday
Jamie Meares of Furbish Design will be hosting a class with us this Thursday on finding your home decorating style. You may recognize Jamie from her house tour that we featured here. Check out these before and after pictures of a room she recently renovated with a budget of $500. Sign up for the class [...]
Eno River
For many years, my family was on the road for the 4th of July holiday. I always heard about the Festival for the Eno in Durham, but because it coincided with other obligations, I couldn’t go…until last year. And I have to say, it was worth the wait. The festival features several platforms for great [...]
Preview Party at the Cotton Room
Yesterday I got to attend a preview party at The Cotton Room! But before I tell you about The Cotton Room, a bit of Durham history might be in order… In the 1880s Durham, NC became home to many tobacco companies and textile mills. What’s now called Golden Belt was originally The Golden Belt Manufacturing [...]
A Whole Lotta Happy
I have to admit, I have a not so secret love affair with the N.C. State Fair. Usually I can contain my excitement till about September when it is time to start planning and preparing for the N.C. State Fair baking competitions. But recently I had a reason to get excited early when the N.C. [...]
