Good Vibes
Christian Tamburr is building a new music legacy in the Triangle BY KURT DUSTERBERG | PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHRISTIAN TAMBURR Christian Tamburr’s sense
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Features
Scrooge Takes a Final Bow
Scrooge Takes a Final Bow Ira David Wood III prepares to hang up his top hat after 50 remarkable years BY MELISSA
Merry Moments: 81 Ways to Find Holiday Joy Across the Triangle
From Carrboro to Zebulon, the Triangle is gearing up to celebrate the holiday season in grand style. From extravagant light shows and
New Parks Offer Places for Families to Relax
Three spaces offer places for families to relax and reflect BY JANICE LEWINE Downtown Cary Park 319 S. Academy Street, Cary carync.gov
Discovering the Microwedding Movement
BY KRISTEN SCHRUM The 2020s introduced a new trend to the world of weddings—one enchanting couples with the promise of a more
Triangle Trendsetters
PICTURED ABOVE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Aarti Sequeira of the Food Network. Photo by Bruce DeBoer | Jenna Cooper Hudson. Photo by
Departments
Name a @townofcary store where you know you’ll find something you love every.single.time you walk in. We’ll go first: @theperfectpiececary. 😍🎄
@therustybucketapex begins new era in @pittsborocvb!
‘So when the choice came down to moving The Rusty Bucket or settling into retirement, it was an easy call. “What else would I do?” Pam says. “I sit for hours at night looking at products, thinking about how I would use them. You just kind of go with your gut, and over the years you get to know your customers and what they like.”’
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✏️ Kurt Dusterberg
📷 @midgley.jenny
@townofcary welcomes a culinary gem with the opening of @saap_cary!
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📷 Dathan Kazsuk @lust_for_musick @trianglearoundtown
#caryfoodies #downtowncarync #ncfoodies #trianglenc
@downtowncarypark has officially opened! With a bark bar, botanical garden and larger-than-life wooden cardinal play structure, this whimsical refuge in the heart of #downtowncary will most certainly be a beloved destination for many years to come. #itsabeautifulday
📷 Adam Cave and Janice Lewine
🎶 Good Vibes 🎶
Christian Tamburr is building a new music legacy in the Triangle
“The Apex resident and accomplished musician has played in more than 60 countries alongside legendary performers and with his namesake quintet. It makes a great conversation starter until he reveals that he’s a vibraphonist, leaving some people to wonder if he plays in a symphony or, perhaps, with “Weird Al” Yankovic.”
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Our most recent Talk of the Triangle podcast episode features Christian. Find it here, or where you normally listen to podcasts.
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✏️ Kurt Dusterberg
📷 @christiantamburrproductions
#legacyofjazz #jazz #ncmusic
🎙️ Talk of the Triangle podcast episode 19 is out now! 🎶
We are hitting a high note today! 🎷 We chat with local jazz musician @christiantamburrproductions about performing with legendary artists, such as @julioiglesias and @pennandtellerlive, as well as his work with the Legacy of Jazz concert series here in @townofcary and @townoffuquayvarina.
Photo courtesy of Christian Tamburr.
@talkofthetrianglepodcast @applepodcasts @spotify @spotifypodcasts @google @amazonmusic @audible @iheartradio #podcast #jazz #legacyofjazzseries #christiantamburr
Scrooge Takes a Final Bow
“This cherished holiday tradition has endured the evolution of downtown Raleigh’s landscape over the last half century, and soon we will bid farewell to the man who arguably and single-handedly revitalized North Carolina theater over the last five decades.”
✏️ @melwistehuff
📷 @brianmullinsphotography
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@theatreinthepark @mmcraleighnc @dpacnc @idw
Our November/December issue is heading to newsstands this weekend!
INSIDE:
🎭 Ira David Wood III @idw prepares to take a final bow as the 50th season of @theatreinthepark’s “A Christmas Carol” kicks off.
🎄 Discover 67 ways to find holiday joy across the #Triangle.
🎷 Experience the Legacy of Jazz in @townofcary and @townoffuquayvarina.
🎁 Explore our Holiday Gift Guide.
🪄 PLUS: Cary’s historic homes, @therustybucketapex moves to @visitpittsboronc, Hollywood’s @rollinjewett settles in @tohollysprings, and Influential Women of Wake.
Cover and inside photos of the Wood family by @brianmullinsphotography.
#achristmascarol #scrooge #raleighnc #christmasinraleigh #ncchristmas #oakcitycares @dpacnc @mmcraleighnc #candlightconcerts #influentialwomen #holidaygiftguide #biltmore #biltmoreestate @hallmarkmovie #hallmarkmovies #biltmorechristmas #jazz
🧛♀️💀 It’s time for a 𝕤𝕡𝕠𝕠𝕜𝕥𝕒𝕔𝕦𝕝𝕒𝕣 Halloween in the Triangle! 👻🎃
Check out our Fall Fun Roundup for last minute plans.
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#pumpkinpatch #cornmaze #hauntedforest #carync #fuquayvarina #apexnc #hollyspringsnc #morrisvillenc
NC Wine Festival
Presented by Food Lion
Saturday, October 28 at @booth_amp
VIP Session Gates: 11am - 5pm
GA Session Gates: 12pm-5pm
For over 20 years the North Carolina Wine Festival has been bringing you local North Carolina wineries, artisans, music, food and fun!
Featured Bands:
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band @thedmtb
Chairmen of the Board @chairmenoftheboard
#ncwinefestival @ncwine
From ⛸️ ice skating + 🎄 tree lighting to 🎅🏻 Santa sightings + 🍰 dessert tastings, we’ve rounded up all the merry moments that can’t be missed this holiday season in the Triangle and beyond.
❄️ Find our 𝘞𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘑𝘰𝘺 𝘈𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 list through the link in our bio. 🤶
📷 1) Chinese Lantern Festival @ncchineselanternfestival at @booth_amp 2) Gingerbread House Competition in @downtowncary_nc 3) @historicoakwood #candlelighttour 4) @downtownapexnc #christmasparade
#christmasinraleigh #ncchristmas #ncfamilyfun #iceskating #dessertery @townofapex @townofcary @townofmorrisvillenc @townoffuquayvarina @tohollysprings @downtownraleigh @mmcraleighnc @fentonnc @redhatamphitheater @booth_amp @waverlycary @shoplocalraleigh @lafayettevillage @visitnorthhills @dpacnc @durhamnc @townofclaytonnc @christmascarousel @raleighparks @raleighparksandrec @jl_raleigh @infinityballetnc @wfdowntown @hillridgefarms @hillsboroughnc @caryballetcompany @townofgarner @downtowngarner @triangletrain @rolesvillenc @theatreinthepark @chapelhillarts @chapelhillgov @townofzebulon @marblesraleigh @raleighyouthchoir @historicoakwood @ncmasterchorale @transsiberianorchestra @carolinaballet @raleighringers @wreathsacross @carolinatheatredurham @firstnightraleigh #kwanza @biltmoreestate @charlottemotorspeedway @ncarboretumevents @greensborosciencecenter @tanglewoodparknc @tweetsierr @airliegardens @nc_holiday_flotilla @visit_blackmountain @maritimefriendsbeaufort @visitraleigh @thecrystalcoast @tryonpalace
“A ton of gumption more than two decades ago by a young Triangle couple—plus a catchy name—has resulted in one of North Carolina’s most recognizable brands.”
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✏️ Dave Droschak
📷 @cackalacky
#cackalacky #bbqsauce #ncbusiness #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #cheerwine @drinkcheerwine
So sweet! 🍦
Enter to win a $25 gift card from @honeysucklegelato at @fentonnc in @townofcary!
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📷 @honeysucklegelato
#gelato #caryfoodies #fenton #carync
🥖 Great news, @townoffuquayvarina!
🥐 La Farm Bakery reopens in Fuquay-Varina October 26th!
🥧 This location at 1900 Broad Street marks the fifth La Farm Bakery location in the Triangle area, and will be open daily from 7:30am to 7pm. Ooh la la!
📷 @lafarmbakery
#bakery #fuquayvarina #lafarm #pastries @fvdowntown @jennoblekelly
Meet the Doctors 2023
September 6, 2023
The Triangle offers some of the highest quality health care in the country. Here’s your chance to meet local providers and learn
