Bring Nevada County’s haunted charm to your screen.

Three new spooky desktop wallpapers are here — featuring local haunts like you’ve never seen them before.

Download for free below before they disappear.👻✨

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Haunted History Meets Desktop Art — Nevada County Edition

There’s something magnetic about Nevada County after dark — that blend of old brick, whispering pines, and lingering echoes of history. To celebrate spooky season, I’ve created three eerie desktop …

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Join us on Nov 22nd for FAF's Holidazzle Art Auction & Holiday Market! Hosted at @sjartistcollective 's new Artist Studio & Gallery in Woodbury. Enjoy wine and light bites as you see the art up close and chat with the artists! 🎨👩‍🎨

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The Triangle Entertainment Guide Tuesday October 21st Edition

The Triangle is buzzing this Tuesday with something for everyone — from seniors enjoying a free day at the NC State Fair to evening book clubs, art sessions, and open mics across the region. Whether you’re in Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill, today is packed with culture, creativity, and community.

🎠 Senior Citizen Day at the NC State Fair

All Day | FREE for ages 65+ | NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh

Celebrate Senior Citizen Day with free admission for guests aged 65 and older! Enjoy the rides, food, exhibits, and concerts at the North Carolina State Fair, a fall tradition that continues to bring smiles to all ages.

🎓 NC Countdown to College

All Day | FREE

Application fees are waived for many North Carolina colleges and universities this week. It’s the perfect opportunity for students to take a step toward their future — tuition-free applications and campus events included.

🎨 Sculpture in the Garden

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | FREE ($5 Suggested Donation) | NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill

Take a peaceful stroll through the North Carolina Botanical Garden, where local artists showcase outdoor sculptures among lush greenery. A blend of art and nature, this exhibit is free and open to all.

📚 North Hills Kids: Bubbles & Books

9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | FREE | The Commons at North Hills, Raleigh

Bring the little ones for a morning of fun at North Hills Kids — enjoy bubbles, storytime, and sunshine in one of Raleigh’s most family-friendly gatherings.

💀 Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Duke University Chapel

Visit the stunning Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel, a moving tribute honoring ancestors and loved ones through colorful altars and cultural symbolism.

🔥 Campfire Storytime

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | FREE | Blooming Daisy Homestead, Spring Hope

Gather around the campfire for stories and songs at this cozy family event celebrating fall’s charm.

🧪 Science at the Museum

1:30 PM | FREE | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

Incredible Science: Hands-on learning fun for kids and curious minds. Window on Animal Health: Get an inside look at veterinary science and animal care at the Nature Research Center.

📖 Book Club: The Hunting Party

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE | Southern Peak Brewery, Apex

Unwind with a drink and good company at this month’s book club discussion of The Hunting Party — perfect for mystery lovers!

🍻 Evening Socials Around the Triangle

Pints & Pups – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM | Ponysaurus, Durham Adult Coloring Night – 6:00 PM–10:00 PM | Hi-Wire Brewing, Durham Bond Brothers Run Club – 6:00 PM | Cary Artful Evenings: Live Art Tuesdays – 6:00 PM | JB Duke Hotel, Durham Beer & Banjos Raleigh – 6:30 PM–9:00 PM | Bowstring Pizza & Brewyard Crafts & Drafts – 6:30 PM | Crank Arm Brewing, Raleigh Beginner Line Dancing – 6:30 PM–10:00 PM | Mystic Farm & Distillery, Durham

🎭 Nightlife & Music

Mystery Night – 7:00 PM | Ment Beverage Co., Durham Music Bingo – 7:00 PM | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham Beer & Banjos Carrboro – 7:00 PM | Speakeasy, Carrboro Video Game Night – 7:00 PM–11:00 PM | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham BEERthoven: Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle – 7:30 PM | Atomic Clock Brewing Co., Durham Open Mic Night – 7:30 PM | Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough Swing Dancing & Lesson – 7:30 PM | Back Studio Stomp, Durham International Jazz Open Jam – 8:00 PM | Neptune’s Parlour, Raleigh Terror Tuesdays: Halloween Movie Night – 8:00 PM | Ponysaurus, Durham Karaoke Night – 8:00 PM | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham Open Mic with Live Band – 9:00 PM | Slim’s, Raleigh

🌟 Make the Most of Your Tuesday

Whether you’re exploring art in Chapel Hill, enjoying a beer and banjo jam in Raleigh, or relaxing at a Durham brewery, the Triangle is alive with creativity and community. Step out and support your local venues, artists, and neighbors tonight!

Follow DoRaleigh.com for your daily Triangle entertainment guides — where to go, what to do, and how to make the most of every day in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

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Had so much fun at the 780 Blanshard gallery open house this afternoon! So much art, so inspiring!!! #LocalArt #ArtYYJ #VisualArt

These beautiful works of functional art just arrived! I can't wait for them to find their way onto the walls of homes and offices.

Given current events here in Canada, it wasn't hard to come up with a theme for these 2026 calendars 🇨🇦

They will be at a few local markets this holiday season, and are also available for purchase via my online marketplace 👇🏻

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Plantation Walk launches Sunday Morning Artisan Market, showcasing South Florida's local talent with handcrafted goods, live music, and community spirit every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM #LocalArt #WeekendMarket

The Triangle Entertainment Guide Sunday October 5th

Looking for a full day of local adventures? The Triangle is alive this Sunday with festivals, book crawls, open studios, outdoor performances, and free cultural events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond. Whether you’re into books, art, music, or furry friends, there’s something happening in every corner of the Triangle.

📚 Morning Events

Start your day exploring creativity and community Chapboro Book Crawl – All Day, FREE, Various Locations Visit four bookstores in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for a chance to win prizes and discover local authors. Museums on Us: Free Admission at Marbles Kids Museum – All Day, FREE, Raleigh Bank of America customers and employees enjoy free museum admission this weekend. Día de los Muertos Ofrenda – All Day, FREE, Duke University Chapel Honor loved ones and celebrate Latin heritage with a traditional ofrenda inside the historic chapel. Sculpture in the Garden – 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., FREE, NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill Explore outdoor sculptures from regional artists surrounded by fall blooms. Pop-Up ARTernative Market – 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., FREE, Chapel of Bones Coffee, Raleigh Shop handmade goods, local art, and creative vendors while sipping local coffee. St. Paul’s Blessing of the Animals – 9:00 a.m., FREE, Raleigh Bring your pets for a morning blessing celebrating the bond between people and animals.

🛍️ Midday Markets & Festivals

As the day unfolds, you can enjoy a variety of local markets, art shows, and cultural festivals. Start your day at the Calico Makers Fall Market from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Calico Studio in Chapel Hill, which is free to attend. Then, head to the Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival at Durham Armory, also from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and enjoy the free festivities. For those interested in pottery and glass, the Fall Pottery & Glass Festival is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor, with free admission. Participate in a Flower-Making Workshop for Día de Oakwood from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Chapel at Dix Park in Raleigh, which is also free. Finally, unwind with Sunday Brunch Music on the Lawn from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro, where you can enjoy free music.

🏙️ Afternoon Adventures

Spend your afternoon exploring art, music, and community events throughout the Triangle. Start with the Move-A-Bull City Open Streets from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Downtown Durham, which is free to attend. Then, head to Downtown Selma for the Railroad Days from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., also free. In the evening, enjoy the Oktoberfest Celebrations from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works in Raleigh and The Plant in Pittsboro, which are free as well. In Cary, visit the Underground Market featuring bands and vendors from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bond Brothers Beer Company, and take advantage of free ukulele lessons from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company. The Black Farmers’ Market is open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Durham Tech Main Campus. In Downtown Raleigh, explore the Artspace Open Studio from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and participate in a free improv class and jam from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro. For a unique experience, attend the Secret Cinema Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing. Lastly, join the African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward from 2:00 p.m. for $5–10, starting at the Pope House Museum.

🐾 Blessing of the Animals – Across the Triangle

In honor of St. Francis Day, several churches are hosting free blessings for pets and families. St. John’s Episcopal in Wake Forest will offer blessings at 12:00 p.m., while Holy Infant Catholic in Durham will conduct them from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Saint Andrews UMC in Garner will have their blessings at 3:00 p.m. In Raleigh, Highland UMC will offer blessings from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Soapstone UMC at 4:00 p.m., Genesis UMC in Cary at 4:00 p.m., St. Ambrose Episcopal at 4:00 p.m., and White Memorial Presbyterian from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran will also hold blessings at 5:00 p.m., accompanied by a concert featuring the Kudzu Ramblers at the same time. Additionally, Hillyer Memorial at St. Mary’s School in Raleigh will offer blessings at 5:15 p.m.

🎭 Evening Entertainment

Wrap up your Sunday with a variety of local events, including theater, live music, and gatherings. Start at 4:30 p.m. with a free performance of “PlayMakers: King James” at Jewish For Good in Durham. Then, head to Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the Bluegrass Open Jam. Enjoy “Beer, Bacon, & Bluegrass” at Oaklyn Springs Brewery in Fuquay-Varina beginning at 3:00 p.m. Finally, end your evening with the Sunday Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop in Durham from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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From Now to December 2025: Some of What I’m Looking Forward to Around Victoria! – Haska's Haunt

A new blog post! What if I were only allowed one ticket to each company in town?
Find out at the link below 🙂 #YYJ #LocalArt #Theatre

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Only One Ticket 2025-26 – Haska's Haunt

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The Triangle Entertainment Guide Sunday October 5th

Looking for a full day of local adventures? The Triangle is alive this Sunday with festivals, book crawls, open studios, outdoor performances, and free cultural events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond. Whether you’re into books, art, music, or furry friends, there’s something happening in every corner of the Triangle.

📚 Morning Events

Start your day exploring creativity and community Chapboro Book Crawl – All Day, FREE, Various Locations Visit four bookstores in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for a chance to win prizes and discover local authors. Museums on Us: Free Admission at Marbles Kids Museum – All Day, FREE, Raleigh Bank of America customers and employees enjoy free museum admission this weekend. Día de los Muertos Ofrenda – All Day, FREE, Duke University Chapel Honor loved ones and celebrate Latin heritage with a traditional ofrenda inside the historic chapel. Sculpture in the Garden – 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., FREE, NC Botanical Garden, Chapel Hill Explore outdoor sculptures from regional artists surrounded by fall blooms. Pop-Up ARTernative Market – 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., FREE, Chapel of Bones Coffee, Raleigh Shop handmade goods, local art, and creative vendors while sipping local coffee. St. Paul’s Blessing of the Animals – 9:00 a.m., FREE, Raleigh Bring your pets for a morning blessing celebrating the bond between people and animals.

🛍️ Midday Markets & Festivals

As the day unfolds, you can enjoy a variety of local markets, art shows, and cultural festivals. Start your day at the Calico Makers Fall Market from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Calico Studio in Chapel Hill, which is free to attend. Then, head to the Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival at Durham Armory, also from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and enjoy the free festivities. For those interested in pottery and glass, the Fall Pottery & Glass Festival is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor, with free admission. Participate in a Flower-Making Workshop for Día de Oakwood from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Chapel at Dix Park in Raleigh, which is also free. Finally, unwind with Sunday Brunch Music on the Lawn from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro, where you can enjoy free music.

🏙️ Afternoon Adventures

Spend your afternoon exploring art, music, and community events throughout the Triangle. Start with the Move-A-Bull City Open Streets from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Downtown Durham, which is free to attend. Then, head to Downtown Selma for the Railroad Days from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., also free. In the evening, enjoy the Oktoberfest Celebrations from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works in Raleigh and The Plant in Pittsboro, which are free as well. In Cary, visit the Underground Market featuring bands and vendors from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bond Brothers Beer Company, and take advantage of free ukulele lessons from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company. The Black Farmers’ Market is open from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Durham Tech Main Campus. In Downtown Raleigh, explore the Artspace Open Studio from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and participate in a free improv class and jam from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro. For a unique experience, attend the Secret Cinema Sundays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing. Lastly, join the African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward from 2:00 p.m. for $5–10, starting at the Pope House Museum.

🐾 Blessing of the Animals – Across the Triangle

In honor of St. Francis Day, several churches are hosting free blessings for pets and families. St. John’s Episcopal in Wake Forest will offer blessings at 12:00 p.m., while Holy Infant Catholic in Durham will conduct them from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Saint Andrews UMC in Garner will have their blessings at 3:00 p.m. In Raleigh, Highland UMC will offer blessings from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Soapstone UMC at 4:00 p.m., Genesis UMC in Cary at 4:00 p.m., St. Ambrose Episcopal at 4:00 p.m., and White Memorial Presbyterian from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran will also hold blessings at 5:00 p.m., accompanied by a concert featuring the Kudzu Ramblers at the same time. Additionally, Hillyer Memorial at St. Mary’s School in Raleigh will offer blessings at 5:15 p.m.

🎭 Evening Entertainment

Wrap up your Sunday with a variety of local events, including theater, live music, and gatherings. Start at 4:30 p.m. with a free performance of “PlayMakers: King James” at Jewish For Good in Durham. Then, head to Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the Bluegrass Open Jam. Enjoy “Beer, Bacon, & Bluegrass” at Oaklyn Springs Brewery in Fuquay-Varina beginning at 3:00 p.m. Finally, end your evening with the Sunday Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery & Bottle Shop in Durham from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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

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