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Schedule: For more information
visit www.sparkcon.com.
An Arts Festival like No Other Visual Art Exchange, in conjunction with DesignBox and the Moore Square Art District Alliance, is pleased to announce the 2006 Raleigh Street Painting Festival held Saturday, September 15 - Sunday, September 16 in City Market in the Moore Square Art District. All festival events are FREE and open to the public. Moore Square and City Market will be filled with over 300 artists actually painting the street, using Martin Street in Moore Square as their canvas. Their work will fit this year’s theme: Celebrate Raleigh: Urban Renaissance and the artists will have only 27 hours to complete their work. Raleigh Mayor Charles Meeker, Town of Cary Public Art Coordinator Denise Dickens and Festival Featured Artist Dan Nelson will select awards for the Festival.
3 pm:
Artists start their street paintings on Martin Street and in City
Market. Saturday, Sept. 16 8 am - 6 pm:
Artists Chalking - Martin Street and City Market. When: Friday,
September 15 - Sunday, October 22 Experience the phenomenon of Disney’s "The Lion King." Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar-winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Let your imagination run wild at the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment.” Raleigh’s most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium stage this fall. For more events taking
place at the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, click
here.
Bickett Gallery, an art and multimedia space in Downtown Raleigh, is proud to announce the opening of “Bickett Gallery at the Hudson!” Located on the recently renovated Fayetteville Street Mall, the historic Hudson building is also home to news station ABC 11, jazz café Yancy’s and luxury condominiums. Molly Miller, gallery owner and curator, will host a gala opening reception in the Hudson lobby September 15, 2006 from 7 pm - 10:00 pm. All aspects of the Hudson building combine versatile approach, innovative ideas, and modern style. These characteristics can be likened to the life of founder J.L. Hudson, who is said to have changed the way Americans shop when he created a clothing store sensation in the late 1800s. Elements such as, condos, a bank, a bar, a news station and an art gallery express a continued commitment to this vision. Molly Miller, owner and
curator of Bickett Gallery, also has that vision. Miller strives
to create an environment that changes the way people see art. Bickett
Gallery features modern multimedia artwork from matchless local,
national and international artists. Bickett Gallery at The Hudson will feature a different artist every three months, beginning with new artwork from David McConnell. Next in the rotation, Nicole Welch’s works will be displayed in December 2006. To learn more about the Hudson Building, visit www.hudsonraleigh.com/home. About Bickett Gallery
Schedule: 9 am - 5 pm:
BugFest - The Plaza, Capitol Grounds, and all four floors of the
Museum will be filled with buggy fun! Alive
after 5
For more information,
click here.
Both Rum Runners and Woody's will be open all day with full menu and bar available. All the big games will be displayed on multiple TV’s in both locations. Enjoy the live dueling piano show in Rum Runners® from 8 pm - 2 am and the live band in Woody’s at City Market starting at 9 pm. For more event information,
click here.
Ess
Fest Outdoor live music. Rain or shine. Schedule: For more
information, click here.
When:
Friday, September 29 - Saturday, September 30
For more information
click here. Lincoln Theatre presents the Monsters of Mock Tribute Festival on Saturday, September 30. Doors open at 3 pm. Schedule: Outside Main Stage 3:30 pm - 4:30
pm: Dirty Pool
5:45 pm - 7:00
pm: Night Prowler Outside Side Stage Captain Ron Cook For more information,
click here.
Gandolfo’s unique New York Deli offers a wide range of menu selections featuring 66 mouthwatering breakfast and lunch sandwiches made hot and cold on a variety of breads such as hero, Kaiser roll, marbled deli rye, sourdough and multi-grain. Homemade salads are prepared fresh daily and hot soups are all made to order in a sporty New York atmosphere and decorum at an economical price. Gandolfo’s also provides ready to go box lunches. Three, four, or six foot party subs, and deli trays for every occasion. Store hours are Monday through Friday (7 am - 6 pm) and Saturday (8 am - 6 pm). Gandolfo's is located in the Hudson Building behind ABC NEWS 11 studio on 320 South Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC. For more information please visit www.gandolfosdeli.com.
For more information, click here.
The Morning Times Gallery
features regional artists on a bi-monthly rotation. Stop by during
the First Friday Art Walk and enjoy late night coffee and pastries.
The gallery is also available for private events and meetings. The Morning Times Cafe is the latest Empire Eats establishment, joining Nana’s Chophouse, the Duck & Dumpling, and The Raleigh Times Bar. Empire Eats offers uncommon experiences in Downtown Raleigh. Gallery Contact: Tracy
Spencer: 919-459-2348 The Dirty, located at 401 N. West St., Suite 131, is a martini bar that offers 80 – 140 flat screen projection TVs grouped together to create a wall size image, raised stage behind bar, and a private entrance loft, and nightly drink specials. For more information,
click here. Port City Java has now extended their operating hours to include: Monday through Thursday (7:00am - 6:00pm), Friday (7:00am - 10:00pm), Saturday (8:00am - 10:00pm), and Sunday (8:00am - 3:00pm). For more information, click here.
For more information about Downtown Raleigh, visit www.GoDowntownRaleigh.com.
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There
are still two dates remaining for the biggest FREE party in the
Triangle! This year there’s a new location and a new concept.
The location is 510 Glenwood in the Heart of Glenwood South where
you’re just steps away from many dining establishments. Plus,
there is ample parking available. No coolers please.
When:
Saturday, September 23 from 11 am - 11 pm (Tournaments all day long.)
The
2nd Annual Capital City Bike Fest is a two-day downtown family motorcycle
lifestyle event enjoyed by thousands of motorcycle and non-motorcycle
enthusiasts. Motorcycles of all makes and models are welcome. The
Bike Fest features major recording artist David Lee Murphy, Food
and Beverage, Vendors and Manufacturers, Custom Bike Builders, Bike
Show and Shine, Consumer Interactive Experiences plus several regional
and local music acts. 
The
Morning Times is a perfect place to start your day. Here you can
enjoy excellent locally roasted coffee from Carrboro Coffee Company
and delicious French pastries, plus sandwiches and salads made with
the freshest seasonal ingredients. Grab something quick on your
way to work or spend time in our gallery on the second floor. The
charm of the exposed brick walls, comfortable seating and the complimentary
wireless internet will make you feel right at home.
