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?? 4th Friday Connections is back—this time at The Loading Dock - Beryl! Join us for a morning of networking and coffee with local entrepreneurs and Loading Dock members. ? Don’t miss this chance to expand your connections in a creative coworking space! ?? Bonus: Everyone who attends will receive a FREE coworking pass for the remainder of the day—so you can stick around, get inspired, and get things done! ?? ?? Friday, March 28th ?? 9:30-10:30 AM ?? The Loading Dock, 3915 Beryl Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 ?? Open to all local business professionals. Free to attend! Join us every 4th Friday of the month for a free networking event at different locations throughout Wake County! ?Tag a fellow business owner who should be there! ?? https://lnkd.in/eZfhCzwy

Spring has sprung, and it’s the perfect time to bring some green into your life! ?? Whether you’re planting a vibrant garden, adding stylish houseplants to your space, or getting involved in eco-friendly initiatives, our local plant-loving members have you covered. ?? ? Get your hands dirty or simply admire the blooms—either way, shop small and support local at: ?? Logan’s Garden Shop – for flowers, trees, and expert gardening advice ?? Homewood Nursery – for a stunning selection of plants and gorgeous blooms ?? Copperline Plant Co. – for trendy houseplants and plant care workshops ?? Urban Pothos Houseplant Shop – for rare and stylish indoor plants ?? Well Contained Garden – for creative container gardens and custom plant arrangements ?? We Plant it Forward – for tree giveaways and sustainable planting programs ?? Sweet Peas Urban Gardens – for locally grown microgreens and urban farming education Want more ways to enjoy spring? ??Check out our latest blog post for the full list of local garden shops and scenic spots around Raleigh where you can admire beautiful blooms—even if you don’t have a green thumb! ?? https://lnkd.in/ewENzYfh

We are SO close to the Brewgaloo Breakthrough, that magical window in North Carolina when Actual Spring finally shows up.?? It’s the seasonal shift where patios fill up, pint glasses overflow, and everyone heads downtown to sip North Carolina craft beers under the sunny skies.?? All we have to do is make it through The Pollening.?? ?? April 25th - Friday Night Kickoff Party ?? UNLIMITED sample pours ?? 6 pm - 10 pm? ? ?? April 26th - Saturday Street Festival ?? 100+ North Carolina breweries, food trucks, local vendors, live music, and more! ?? 12 pm - 8 pm? ?? 400 Fayetteville St.? ?? Tickets and info. https://lnkd.in/dfEy4iyz

Let the madness begin! From the NC Courage Home Opener and March Madness at Lenovo Center, to the Raleigh Comedy Festival and pop-up markets, there are tons of local things to do around Raleigh!?? Check out our blog for the full list. https://lnkd.in/eUnWJx8A ?? Raleigh Comedy Festival 3/20-22 50 comics, 18 shows, 3 nights. A weekend full of the best comedy in town! ?? She Means Business Market 3/20 Sip, snack, and shop local women-owned businesses at Designed For Joy Studio. 6pm-8pm ?? Josh Blue at Goodnights Comedy Club 3/20-3/22 Comedian Josh Blue performs at Goodnights! ?? Cary Night Market at Downtown Cary Park 3/21 The Cary Night Market is BACK! 60+ local vendors, food trucks, live music, and fun for the whole family from The Night Market Co. 5pm-9pm ?? Better Days at Hartwell 3/21 Enjoy live music from Lonnie Rott and Darrien Rutherford, food and drinks 5pm-9pm ? NC Courage Home Opener 3/22 The NC Courage home opener against Seattle is the PLACE TO BE! Watch history as the legendary Jessica McDonald gets inducted into the Ring of Honor! 7pm ??? Brews & Brushes at KōMANA 3/22 Paint, sip, and unwind at KōMANA Brewing. $40/person, includes 2 drinks. 6:30pm ??? Three Seasons Vendor Market 3/22 Shop, snack, and support 30+ small businesses! 10am-3pm ?? Mountains and Magick Spring Market 3/23 Shop 60+ local vendors, live music, face painting, and BABY GOATS. Enjoy coffee, drinks, sweet treats, food trucks, and more at this market from Hummingbird Market. 11am-4pm ?? Luis J. Gomez at Goodnights Comedy Club 3/23 Comedian Luis J. Gomez performs at Goodnights! ?? Grand Opening Party at The Bend 3/23 Celebrate the grand opening of The Bend with live music, drinks, and food from Locals Seafood, Lawrence BBQ, and State of Beer! 12pm-4pm ?? Alice In Wonderland at Martin Marietta 3/22-23 Go down the rabbit hole as Carolina Ballet presents "Alice In Wonderland" ?? Yappy Hour at Boxcar 3/22 Sip, snack, and adopt with Unleashed City Market at Boxcar Arcade 3pm-5pm ?? Being Chaka at Burning Coal Theatre 3/13-30 Don't miss BEING CHAKA. The production runs through March 30th at Burning Coal Theatre Live Music 3/20 Abbey Road - A Tribute to the Beatles at Martin Marietta Center 3/20 Wasted Major at Lincoln Theatre 3/20 K+LAB w/ Miilk Blvckhndz at The Pour House 3/21 Willie Watson at Martin Marietta Center 3/21 Classic Rock Tribute Night: The Rolling Stones and Tom Petty at The Pour House 3/21 Cosmic Charlie at Lincoln Theatre 3/21-22 Mozart & Mahler - NC Symphony at Martin Marietta Center 3/22 Dance Romance: A Lady Gaga Dance Night at The Pour House 3/23 Kanin Wren's Taylor Swift Experience at Lincoln Theatre

Help us give a BIG Shop Local Raleigh welcome to our newest members!?? From handmade pottery to pop-up markets, and luxury hair care to local history, these amazing businesses bring something special to our community!?? Show them some love by visiting, shopping, and sharing!??? ?? Reverie Moon Pottery - Hand painted pottery that tells a story. Hand-thrown in Raleigh! ?? Three Seasons Vendor Market - A new, family-owned pop up market that gives back to local charities and causes. Visit them every other Saturday! ?? Claudia Ramirez Virtual Services - Easy, affordable website creation and services for small business owners! Check out her Facebook or website for more information. ??? City of Raleigh Museum - History buff? Check out the free City of Raleigh Museum to learn about our city’s rich history. They also have amazing monthly events! ??? Ella Collective - A lifestyle boutique where everyone is welcome and empowered to be their best selves! Shop for clothes, jewelry, baby, decor, and more. ?? Tots to Teens Furniture and Rainbow Play of NC - This family-owned business offers everything from baby and youth furniture to playsets, trampolines, and more! Host unforgettable parties in the Rainbow Room, a vibrant and safe play space located within the showroom! ?? Rosa Ashdown Photography - Rosa Ashdown is a photographer with over a decade of experience working with newborn, maternity, graduating seniors, families, headshots and more! ?? regener8 - Get back to your roots with regener8 luxury hair oil! Packed with nourishing ingredients, this hair and scalp oil revitalizes your roots, soothes dryness, and promotes fuller, stronger hair! Ready to explore these local favorites? Tag a friend and plan your next visit!??♀? Let’s keep Raleigh thriving, one local business at a time.?? Check out our full list of new members on our blog! https://lnkd.in/ecr67EFH

The Cary Night Market is BACK!?? Head to Downtown Cary Park this Friday for an unforgettable evening.?? To kick off the season and celebrate Women's History Month, The Night Market Co. is featuring tons of incredible women-owned vendors and artisans!? ??? Shop unique finds from local vendors and artisans ?? Grab tasty bites from food and dessert trucks ?? Enjoy live music while you explore Plus, many of our Shop Local Raleigh members will be there, so come show your support!?? ?? Downtown Cary Park - 327 S. Academy St. ??? Friday, March 21 ? 5pm-9pm ?? Friendly dogs are welcome on leash

??GIVEAWAY ALERT!?? We’re giving away TWO sets of passes (2 VIP and 2 GA) to the Raleigh Comedy Festival!?? This brand new festival is produced by local comedians and creatives right here in Raleigh!?? They've put together a stacked lineup of more than 50 local and nationally known comedians.?? The festival kicks off on Thursday, March 20th at venues like Goodnights, Neptunes, Transfer Co. Ballroom, and more! Head to our Instagram and enter for a chance to laugh it up at the Raleigh Comedy Festival!??

The North Carolina Courage Home Opener is the Place to BE on Saturday, March 22nd!?? This isn’t just a game—it’s a celebration of our hometown team, the fans, and a club legend! Get ready for an incredible night featuring: ?? Ring of Honor Induction: Jessica McDonald takes her rightful place in history! ?? Autograph opportunity with Jessica McDonald before the match ??? Fresh 2025 Merchandise: Get your hands on the latest Courage gear! ?? BIG Roary Reveal: Be the first to see our fearless mascot’s new look! ??FIRST 100 FANS SCORE 25% OFF individual tickets using this link https://lnkd.in/eqamVgPJ ?? Limited availability. Selection sections only – act NOW to secure your seats! Bringing a group of 10 or more or interested in Season Tickets? Call 919.439.4776 for special pricing and benefits. Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy! The Home Opener is the Place to BE – DON’T MISS OUT!???? ?? NC Courage vs. Seattle Reign FC ? Match - 7:00 PM | FanFest - 5:30 PM ??? Saturday, March 22 ?? First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park

New Market Alert!?? Get ready—Raleigh Nights is making its debut at Smoky Hollow this Saturday, March 15!?? Think amazing local vendors, craft drinks, a fire performer, and a DJ bringing the vibes, all brought to you by The MAKRS Society.??You don’t want to miss this! ?? 30+ local vendors ?? Beer and wine from Brewery Bhavana ?? Non-alcoholic drinks from Umbrella Dry Bar ?? DJ Rhymic ???? Fire Performer Dakota Fox Entertainment ?? Be sure to check out these SLR members while you’re there! ?? Pistol Penny's Popcorn ??? Noir Candle Collection ?? Lunae ? Fox Den Pottery ?? Baked by Bowerman ?? Designed For Joy ?? Blakeley Lane Jewelry ?? Umbrella Dry Bar ?? Needle & Thread Co. ?? Pet Wants East Raleigh ??? Saturday, March 15 ? 5:30pm-9:30pm ?? Smoky Hollow 421 N Harrington St.? ?? More info: https://lnkd.in/erDTjE6F

We don't know if this is the Spring of Deception or Actual Spring.?? But we do know that there are a TON of local things going on around Raleigh this weekend.?? Find the full list on our blog https://lnkd.in/epr3P8RS