Festival season in 2020 may have been a total bust, but festivals are being replaced by drive-in concerts. So what's it like to go to a drive-in concert?
October 23, 2020
Arts
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“Not Just a Pretty Space:” Interior Design Advice from the Pros at High Point Market
We've all been spending more time at home the last seven months. How can we make our homes work for our wellness?
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The NC Knife Forging Community Is Vibrant and Open to Everyone
The Tar Heel State is home to a full spectrum of artisan knifemakers. From specialty manufactured brands like Spartan Blades in Southern Pines to one-of-a-kind artisans like Pembroke's Oliver Schneider, the community is wide and varied.
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7 Quintessentially North Carolina Things
While some of these thigs may seem quirky to outsiders, North Carolinians hold these things near and dear to their hearts, and that's what makes them quintessential North Carolina.
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4 Movies About North Carolina That Actually Get It Right
While many movies have been set in North Carolina, very few have accurately captured the state's culture and eccentricities with any accuracy. Thankfully, a few did.
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Freedom Park Unveiled in Raleigh to Celebrate North Carolina’s Black Heritage
Lead designer Michael Stevenson said in an interview that the park is important for all North Carolinians. "I think it’s important for everybody in our state to understand our history and how we got to where we are, because we’re all in it together and we’re all going somewhere."
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3 Creative Indoor Hobbies for the Artistically Challenged
Have you been looking for an artistic pursuit, a new hobby to keep you occupied when winter comes? Here are three creative hobbies that even the artistically challenged can enjoy.
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Why This Durham Podcaster Is Secretly Incredibly Fascinating
Have you ever stopped to consider why some people spell it "ketchup" and others spell it "catsup?" Or what toy wooden blocks have to do with sexism?
For Durham podcaster Alex Schmidt, these types of questions are more than interesting factoids--they are opportunities to find joy and inspiration in everyday life. They are also the subject of a popular podcast.
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The Key of NC: 10 Songs About North Carolina
With its thriving sounds spanning multiple genres, North Carolina has always served as an influence for a lot of incredible music. After all, our state holds plenty of direct name-checks from musicians.
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Artist-Entrepreneurs Are Multiplying in North Carolina
During COVID-19, many people are short on cash and long on time. Many people are also reevaluating how to live a meaningful life. For some, this combination had led to a creative solution — becoming artist-entrepreneurs.