It’s spring, which means home buying season has officially arrived! If you’re on the hunt for a new home, chances are you’ve already thought about the features you’d like to have. However, one important part of searching for homes is making a distinction between your needs and your wants. Needs are amenities or features you […]
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Bynum Bridge Fest! * April 21rst
If you read this blog religiously, like you should, you would have seen an early post about the charming hamlet of Bynum. The now mostly residential former mill town sits along the banks of the Haw River and is a charming reminder of Chatham County’s industrial past. Bynum is now known for its quirky […]
Raleigh Tamale Festival * March 24th *
2018 Raleigh Tamale Festival * March 24th * When: March 24th , 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Road,Raleigh, NC 27603 Join the search for the “best tamale in Raleigh” by coming out to the 10th annual Raleigh Tamale Festival. This event is free and open to the public. It […]
Staging Shortcuts That Sabotage Your Home Sale
Home staging is a major player in a home sale. How your home looks, feels, and even smells can influence buyers’ decisions, so it’s important to present your home in the best light. Cleaning, decluttering, and rearranging furniture are essential to preparing your home for showings, but it can be tempting to take a few […]
March Open Barn and Goat Yoga at Celebrity Dairy * Sat March 10th and Sunday the 11th *
What’s Your Style? 5 Popular Architectural Styles to Consider for Your Dream Home
Dream homes around the country have one thing in common: amazing architecture. From Greek Revival to Modern, we’re breaking down the most popular architectural styles in America to help you discover your own dream home. 1. Greek Revival Homes Popular during the 1820s, ’30s, and ’40s, Greek Revival takes inspiration from the ornate temples of […]
Chatham County Spring Ag Fest * Saturday, March 24, 2018 *
Photo: The New Chatham County Agricultural and Conference Center, by Debbie Roos Chatham County Spring Ag Fest Saturday, March 24, 2018 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US 64 W Business Pittsboro, NC 27312 Come out to this free event that celebrates agriculture, forestry and natural resources in Chatham […]
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour * March 26, 2018 *
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour When: March 26, 2018 7-9:30pm, Doors: 6pm Where: Carolina Theatre 309 W Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701 Cost: $15.50 A re-creation of the world-renowned film festival held in Banff, Alberta, Canada, the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour (BMFFWT) will feature the highlights and best of the over 400 […]
Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Wearin’ ‘O the Green Festival * March 17, 2018 *
Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Wearin’ ‘O the Green Festival March 17, 2018 @ 10 AM Venue: City Plaza Location: Downtown Raleigh Address: 400 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27601 Annual kick off parade followed by an festival featuring food, drink and cultural festivities of the Irish and Celtic cultures. Live music, arts, crafts and […]
Out of Our State Beer Festival in Cary, NC * Sat, March 31, 2018 *
Out of Our State Beer Festival in Cary, NC Sat, March 31, 2018 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT 2000 Regency Parkway Cary, NC 27518 A new festival, this event will bring craft beers from VA, OH, MD, PA, WV, TN, GA, FL, AL, MS and/or LA. as well as your local favorites from around […]