July 4, 2016 
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Fashion, Food & Fun
Pledge Allegiance to the Best Independence Day Yet
Like any proud US citizen, we plan to celebrate our extended weekend with an ice-cold brew in one hand and kick-ass favorite grilling Sportula in the other. But to really show our patriotic love? Head out for tonights fireworks. Subtle, we're not. We're Americans after all. Happy 4th!  Raleigh - The Works, downtown Raleigh's Independence Day celebration, runs from noon until 11pm along Fayetteville Street. There will be 15 bands on two street stages, hot dog eating and watermelon seed spitting contests, GOUGE Wrestling and the King BMX stunt show,  plus 9:30pm fireworks displays at Red Hat Amphitheatre and on Fayetteville Street. simultaneous. This is new in 2016 and it's free admission to Red Hat, which boasts a view of the larger of the two displays. Info: Click HereAlso, the State Capitol will hold its traditional family event from noon to 6pm on the south grounds of the historic building. Activities will include musical performances, carriage rides and the traditional reading of The Declaration of Independence. Cary - The Olde Time Celebration is 7:30am to 3pm at Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Road. Expect a fishing tournament, parade, eating contests and more. Info: Click Here . Later, activities in Cary continue from 3 to 7:30pm at Koka Booth Amphitheater, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary. The event will feature a Ferris wheel, contests, magicians, scavenger hunts and eating contests. The Cary Town Band will perform at 5:45pm. The North Carolina Symphony will perform at 7:30 followed directly by fireworks. Info: Click HereChapel Hill - Fireworks start at 9:30pm at UNC's Kenan Stadium. (Gates open at 7pm). Show  up early to beat the crowds and to catch DSI Comedy's watermelon eating contest, which starts at 7pm. Soul Psychedelique Orchestra performs hits from the 1940s to present. Also balloon animals, face painting and inflatables for the kids. Info: Click HereDurham - Celebration takes place after a Durham Bulls game with a fireworks display best viewed from inside the stadium. The game begins at 6:05pm with fireworks starting at 9:15. Tickets are required ($19.99-$34.99). At the end of the 7th inning, the ballpark gates will open for general admission based on availability. Also, Durham Central Park holds its Children's Independence Day Parade at 10:30am, with free fruit pops after. And another parade, the Watts Hospital-Hillandale Parade, runs from the corner of Oakland Avenue and Club Boulevard down to Oval Park and starts at 10am. Info for all three events: Click Here.
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To Bee or Not to Bee
Having a Heat Stroke - Pops to Cool You Off
Dear Summer,
Though you last for only three months, test us with torrential downpours, and taunt us with your humidity, we love your cruel ways and will throw a soiree in your honor.
 Eat to Beat the Heat! Tinto De Verano Red Wine Popsicles for Adults made with deep richness of red wine (use whatever type you like best). The tartness of the lime and sugar sweet of the syrup make these popsicles so much tastier. If you are looking for a fun frozen summer treat, it doesn't get much better than this. We think Bernard Black would approve. Click Here for Recipe. Blueberry Mojito Popsicles - Fresh blueberries and mint make for a tasty  mojito.....even better when frozen into a chilly treat like these Blueberry Mojito Popsicles. Even better...these popsicles are actually good for you! (Well, if you skip the rum...but who would do such a thing?) Click Here for recipe.  Limoncello Pops - Just imagine serving your guests refreshing Limoncello Pops after dinner on a sultry summer evening. This is a treat they'll be talking about for weeks to come!With a generous pour of vibrant Limoncello liqueur, an intense southern Italian aperitif (or digestivo), these lemon pops turn from pretty good to favoloso! Click Here for recipe.
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The Bargain Buzz
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Local caterers, florists, photographers, musicians, and other wedding-related vendors will set up in the museum's main event space to introduce the creatives behind successful event businesses. Meet people, sample food, and enjoy a summer evening in downtown Raleigh! $5 per person; proceeds benefit the museum. Contact Emily Thomas for information: emily@EmilyKatherineEvents.com. NC Museum of History website.
Bailey's Announces the 2016 Hero Awards! Nominate your hero First Responders including  Fire, Law Enforcement and Emergency Personnel who go above and beyond the call of duty. Nominations start Tuesday, June 21st. Bailey's Fine Jewelry we show their appreciation through our 2nd annual Hero Awards! The awards will recognize nine heroes, one from each of the three main types of first responders - fire, law enforcement and emergency personnel - in Raleigh, Rocky Mount, Greenville and the surrounding areas.
Winners will be selected through a combination of the public voting process and the selection panel at Bailey's. The winners will receive a medal and a $200 gift card in a presentation with the store manager!
Nominations start June 21st and last until July 31st.
Voting begins August 1st and goes through the 19th.
The winner is announced September 1st!
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