A simple way to improve American downtowns: Make one-way arterials bidirectional.

Doing so will improve safety, boost retail sales, and attract pedestrians.

Me, in Bloomberg

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-09-04/to-tame-traffic-and-boost-safety-cities-rethink-one-way-streets

#cities #streets #durham #urbanplanning

The Triangle Entertainment Guide Thursday September 4th Edition

Looking for things to do around the Triangle? From Cary to Raleigh, Durham to Wake Forest, and everywhere in between, this Thursday is packed with free concerts, open mics, art experiences, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re in the mood for live music, trivia, or community events, the Triangle has something for you.

Featured Events in the Triangle – Thursday, Sept. 4

Art & Community

Art Swarm in Cary All Day | FREE | Various Locations, Cary Explore a variety of art activations throughout Cary as local artists showcase their creativity across multiple venues. Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery 9:00 am – 11:00 am | FREE | Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh Artists gather for open-air sketching and painting at one of Raleigh’s most historic and scenic spots. Bilingual Storytime 10:30 am – 11:00 am | FREE | Nasher Museum of Art, Durham Perfect for families, this interactive storytime blends Spanish and English storytelling in a cultural setting.

Food & Family Fun

Free Food Giveaway with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC 9:00 am – 11:00 am | FREE | Hopkins Chapel Baptist Church, Zebulon Community food distribution to support families in need. Incredible Science 1:30 pm | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh Bring the kids to discover fun experiments and science demonstrations.

Live Music & Entertainment

Live at Lunch: Kyle Mullins 11:30 am – 1:30 pm | FREE | Downtown Cary Park Live Music on the Rooftop 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | FREE | Westin Raleigh-Durham Grant Paxton 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest Tony Jonez 6:00 pm | FREE | Bearded Bee Brewing Co., Wendell Open Mic: Music & Poetry 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | FREE | The Common Market, Durham Vinyl Night 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham Game Night 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner Beer and Banjos Durham 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | FREE | Old Mill Farm, Durham Raleigh Uke Jam 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Church of the Nativity, Raleigh Music Bingo 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Cary 7:00 pm | FREE | Steel String Brewery, Carrboro Triangle Trivia Tournament 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh Level Up and Sip 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Durham Board Game Night 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop, Durham Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones 7:00 pm | FREE | Ruckus Pizza – Park West, Morrisville Karaoke with JV Jams 7:00 pm | FREE | Red Moose Brewing Co., Pittsboro Free Comedy Show 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE | Clouds Brewing Taproom, Raleigh Jazz Jam Open Mic 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Why Explore the Triangle This Thursday?

With so many free events across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and surrounding towns, there’s something for every age and interest. Whether you’re looking to enjoy live jazz, test your trivia skills, or discover local art, Thursday, September 4, is a great day to explore the Triangle’s vibrant culture.

👉 Plan your night out, invite friends, and follow DoRaleigh.com for everything happening across the Triangle.

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The Triangle Live Entertainment Guide: September 2–7th Edition

From stand-up comedy to rock legends, symphony shows to local open mics, the Triangle is packed with unforgettable live entertainment this week. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Selma, Goldsboro, or Liberty, there’s a show waiting for you. Here’s your guide to the best live performances happening across the region from Tuesday, September 2 through Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Tuesday, September 2

Stand-up 200 Graduation Showcase 7:30 PM | Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Wednesday, September 3

Chevelle, Asking Alexandria & Dead Poet Society – 7:00 PM | Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh, NC

Blink-182 & Alkaline Trio – 7:00 PM | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek – Raleigh, NC

Thousand Below – 7:00 PM | Motorco Music Hall – Durham, NC

Karen Morgan – 7:00 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Open Mic at Goodnights – 7:30 PM | Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Brian Jonestown Massacre – 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC

Thursday, September 4

Railroad Earth, Yonder Mountain String Band & Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country – 5:30 PM | Koka Booth Amphitheatre – Cary, NC

James Taylor – 7:30 PM | Coastal Credit Union Music Park – Raleigh, NC

Jessie Murph – 7:30 PM | Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh, NC

Rod Man – 7:30 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Friday, September 5

The Broken Hearts – Tribute to Tom Petty – 7:00 PM | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard – Raleigh, NC

Ronnie McDowell – 7:00 PM | Rudy Theatre – Selma, NC

Rod Man – 7:00 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Nine Inch Nails – 7:30 PM | Lenovo Center – Raleigh, NC

Jon Reep – 7:30 PM | Paramount Theatre – Goldsboro, NC

Colum Tyrrell – 7:30 PM | Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh, NC

Christone Kingfish Ingram – 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle – Carrboro, NC

Vola – 8:00 PM | Motorco Music Hall – Durham, NC

Bobby Lee – 9:15 PM | Raleigh Improv – Cary, NC

Rod Man – 9:15 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Colum Tyrrell – 9:45 PM | Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh, NC

Infekt – 10:00 PM | The Underground Raleigh – Raleigh, NC

Saturday, September 6

Classic Country Jubilee – 12:45 PM & 6:45 PM | Rudy Theatre – Selma, NC

Bobby Lee – 6:30 PM & 9:00 PM | Raleigh Improv – Cary, NC

John Conlee – 7:00 PM | Liberty Showcase Theater – Liberty, NC

Rod Man – 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

Rachel Barton Pine & Gilles Vonsattel – 7:30 PM | Baldwin Auditorium, Duke University – Durham, NC

Colum Tyrrell – 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM | Room 861 at Goodnights – Raleigh, NC

Daye’ly Melodies Band – 7:30 PM | Cary Arts Center – Cary, NC

Motherfolk – 8:00 PM | Cat’s Cradle Back Room – Carrboro, NC

Oso Oso – 8:00 PM | Wolfe & Porter – Raleigh, NC

Spencer Brown – 9:00 PM | The Fruit – Durham, NC

Sunday, September 7

Brian Kelley – 6:00 PM | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard – Raleigh, NC

Lou Hazel – 7:00 PM | The Pinhook – Durham, NC

Tim Shropshire – 7:00 PM | Goodnights Comedy Club – Raleigh, NC

With a mix of comedy, rock, country, classical, and local talent, this week’s live entertainment calendar proves that the Triangle is one of the Southeast’s hottest music and arts destinations.

Your week, your city, your fun — stay connected with everything happening in the Raleigh at DoRaleigh.com

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One of my favorite musicians, Phil Cook, is on a new episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast. If you know Phil, you know he's a pretty tuned in kind of guy. Here he talks with Mel about tapping into your creativity and living in the present. His enthusiasm is infectious, check it out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpreATdUSZA

Also, Phil's new album “Appalachia Borealis" if full of fantastic piano meditations, often interspersed with bird songs. Recommended. https://album.link/us/i/1784320115

#PhilCook #durham #Americana

The Triangle Entertainment Guide Tuesday September 2nd Edition

Looking for fun things to do this Tuesday in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and across the Triangle? From senior savings to yoga in the park, live music, comedy, trivia, and art events — the Triangle is buzzing with energy on September 2, 2025.

Daytime Highlights

Walgreens Senior Day – All Day | 20% off for rewards members age 55+ | Walgreens (multiple locations)

Art Uncovered: Scavenger Hunt – 8:30 am – 10:30 am | FREE | Hub RTP

Free Yoga at Frontier RTP – 12:00 pm | FREE | The Frontier, RTP

Family & Science Adventures

Incredible Science – 1:30 pm | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

Window on Animal Health – 1:30 pm | FREE | Nature Research Center (NCMNS), Raleigh

Arts, Creativity & Wellness

Tartar Sauce: Working Artist Drop-In – 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner

Adult Coloring Night – 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | FREE | Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

Artful Evenings: Live Art on Tuesdays – 6:00 pm | FREE | JB Duke Hotel, Durham

Free Yoga in Durham Central Park – 6:00 pm | FREE | Durham Central Park

Music, Games & Nightlife

Bond Brothers Run Club – 6:00 pm | FREE | Bond Brothers Beer Company

Beer & Banjos Raleigh – 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard, Raleigh

Crafts & Drafts – 6:30 pm | FREE | Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh

Music Bingo – 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Jeopardy Bar League Trivia – 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | FREE | Edit Beer Co., Raleigh

Beer & Banjos Carrboro – 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro

Video Game Night – 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham

Ruckus Open Mic with Brian Jones – 7:00 pm | FREE | Ruckus Pizza, Mission Valley Raleigh

Open Mic at Yonder – 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm | FREE | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Backyard Bar Comedy Night – 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm | FREE | The Backyard Bar, Apex

Open Mic with a Live Band – 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm | FREE | Slim’s, Raleigh

✨ Whether you’re into art, fitness, science, or nightlife, there’s something for everyone in the Triangle today. Stay connected with DoRaleigh.com for your daily guide to local events.

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