October 2022, Issue II
 
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The Best New Foods at the N.C. State Fair
High-flying rides and deep-fried pies? Yes, please! The N.C. State Fair (Oct. 13-23) announced 40 new sweets, treats and over-the-top concoctions for foodies to look forward to this month! SEE LIST
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North Carolina Museum of Art Ready to Unveil Reimagined Galleries and a Special New Exhibit
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After months of behind-the-scenes work, the North Carolina Museum of Art is ready to unveil a new look (and new art!) this weekend. READ STORY
A Complete Guide to the 154th N.C. State Fair
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Everything you need to know about the N.C. State Fair in Raleigh this year—admission, gate hours, parking, fireworks schedule and more! READ MORE
How to Plan a Perfect Fall Bike Ride in Raleigh, N.C.
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Raleigh's Neuse River Greenway Trail is perhaps the prettiest, flattest, easiest-to-navigate autumn bike ride in the Tar Heel State (with an A-plus barbecue pitstop, too!). SEE THE ROUTE
10 of the Best Weekend Getaway Itineraries in the Raleigh Area
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Looking to treat yourself to a weekend getaway in the coming months? Browse these itinerary ideas and book your stay in one of the Raleigh area's most unique hotels! GET IDEAS
A dimly lit exhibit room within a museum, with a model of a shipwreck displayed within a well-lit case
James Cameron: Challenging the Deep, opens Oct. 15

Explore the deepest oceans and discover shipwrecks at this highly anticipated, special exhibition at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. DETAILS
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Backyard Bounty! Shiitake Mushroom Inoculation Workshop, Oct. 29

In this hands-on workshop at Sweet Peas Urban Gardens, attendees will learn to grow and harvest mushrooms in their own backyard. DETAILS
A parade of people in downtown Raleigh wearing both traditional Hispanic attire and Day of the Dead costumes
Day of the Dead 5k, Oct. 29

A day for reflection and honoring the memories of loved ones, the Day of the Dead 5k expects hundreds of attendees to participate in the run, bike rides, altar offerings and live music. DETAILS
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