The low down: Taking a tour for my son, who is now officially part of the pack, I was pleasantly…read moresurprised at how much I really love NC State and what it has to offer. This is a hard admit for a Carolina Girl. Fun Fact: In 1983, when Coach Jim Valvano led the men's basketball team to a very unlikely win in the NCAA Championship, the "Wolfpack" became registered and it's logos became federally licensed trademarks. Also, alumni can get a gym membership for a fee each month. Having had a few college tours under my belt thanks to my son and his journey to find his perfect fit for higher education, we went on the Admitted Student Tour at NC State! It was well organized, informative and walking around that campus, my son just seemed at home. The one thing I can say about NC State is there are a lot of bricks! The gym is outrageously big and has a rock climbing wall.

Walking around local college and universities is a cheap and fun activity I try and take advantage…read moreof each time I travel. NC State University was recently on my list. It just so happened I visited on a game day VS Duke football. The energy on campus was electric. The fall weather made for a lovely walk. Enjoyed the book store and student union as well.

I came here to watch a dance recital around Halloween. Parking was easy and the theater was close…read moreto the main entrance. Seating was comfortable and the stage was very visible. The high school dancers were very talented and the performance was outstanding. Purchase tickets on line.

My daughter has been to several birthday parties and camps here and she loves it. Tamara is an…read moreamazing art teacher that is very warm and kind to the kids. She makes everyone feel welcome and makes sure the kids have tons of fun! Camp here is always a sure bet!

From the owner: TC ARTWORKS is a happening art studio in Raleigh. We offer unique art classes to kid's and adults…read moreno matter what their talent level. Tamara Clary Clark is the owner and head Art Honcho, bringing 3 decades of experience to the art easel. * Kid's Track Out classes - Ages K - 15. Tuesday - Friday 8 am drop off & 4 pm pick up. Each class is a different theme focusing on a famous artist & period in art. * Vino & Vintage classes - Adults and Girls Night Out. A two hour class learning how to create a home accessory project and DIY at home. * Small Furniture Workshop: A 3 hour workshop. Bring in a small piece of furniture to refinish in class. * Advanced Furniture Refinishing Workshop: A day workshop learning several techniques of furniture finishes. * Beginning & Advanced Drawing Classes. 5 class session lasting 2 hours each class. *Beginning & Advanced Painting Classes. 5 class sessions lasting 2 hours each session. * Private Parties for Kids -Host your child's Birthday Party with us! Reserve TC ARTWORK'S Studio for 2 1/2 hours. The Host/Hostess will choose what Art activity from our themes. *Corporate Team Building: Class participants take home a finished project as well as the knowledge and confidence to 'DIY' at home. *Vino & Vintage Private Parties: 2 hour class. Choose your project and date. Bring your favorite beverage, wine and snacks. We provide aprons, cups, napkins, plates and all supplies.

I went there for medical billing and coding and it was an Awesome school.They took my credits from…read moreanother school that I went to

This school is an absolute waste of time and money. I attended while it was "The School of…read moreCommunication Arts" and it was absurd how poorly managed this place was. Our instructor would leave our classroom after just a couple of minutes with no real direction or instruction. He was busy hanging out with a fellow instructor in one of the other domes. Meanwhile we were doing a drawing class in a poorly lit room where the only light was up by where the instructor would typically teach. He did this for weeks. When our ENTIRE class went to talk to Deborah, and let her know of these problems and a lack of instructor, she told us ALL that we were lying and that the instructor wouldn't do that because he was one of their most esteemed instructors. She wouldn't even walk to the classroom to see if we were telling the truth. How would an entire class be able to leave their class without the instructor wondering what was up and going to look for them. Deborah denied any refunds or rescheduling of classes. I still wish I could get some sort of refund for this place. During admissions, I was told I would be placed in advanced classes because my work already proved I would be wasting my time in beginner classes. Of course when it came time to start, I was placed in beginner classes and they said they wouldn't change them. So I spent money without any ability to get a refund on classes for things I already knew. Half the time I spent teaching my fellow classmates better techniques than the instructors did. I've heard this place is getting shut down. Not the first rodeo the owner has been through like this though. Roger K is an educational crook and so is Deborah.

A great eclectic collection of local artists. Friendly front desk receptionist. Fun to see some…read moreartists currently working in their studios. Inspiring experience.

I drove in from Charlotte area to attend a 'First Friday' event hosted by my daughter-in-law. Her…read moreand my Son live in New Hampshire so she came into town to for the entire month of July to paint and get prepared for the 8/1/25 event. Molly is a talented and experienced artist, primarily in oil and acrylic. They had invited about a dozen or so people from around CLT Region who came into town to see her and James since they live in NH. It was an interesting evening because it started raining hard just about 7p as the event was getting in gear. I'm sure it deterred quite a few from attending. There are two floors with other 'artist in residence' so it was a lively and diverse Friday crowd. I did make it 'upstairs' to meet Caitlin Cary, a local artist who has a studio there. Some may know here as vocalist/violin player with Ryan Adams formerly of the band Whiskeytown.

I was looking for the NC dating website. Should have gone to "North Carolina Date" or "North…read moreCarolina Mate" instead. I have an ex-girlfriend who works here and a sort of current girlfriend who goes here, so I'm intrinsically connected to this University. I last hung out on campus just a few weeks ago and it is as friendly and warm as always. Carolina girls always are, and the boys are pretty cool too. One of the coolest things about it is that it's close - walkably so - to Raleigh, but also close to Cary and Morrisville and Chapel Hill and Durham, all of which have some real food gems in them. So as long as you have a car you can eat really well at this college. And not too expensively either. Did I mention how much I like the girls here.

Cannot get a hold of Sullivan Hall despite going through five different phone operators. Bad…read moreservice. Decent engineers. But bad service.

Finally! A full service arts facility offering stained glass classes, beginners jewelry, felt…read moremaking, soap & candle making classes, kids classes, paint & pour parties and birthday parties! So cool! You no longer have to go to Raleigh for such intense and fun art classes! Great instructor. Highly recommend!

Lucky Tree is one of the best places in Raleigh to grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a pastry, and truly…read morerelax. With bar-top seating, couches, tables, and chairs, it offers a welcoming environment to work, study, or find a bit of end-of-day calm. This place also holds personal nostalgia for me. I recently released my book Purple Rose: The Stars Carry Her Name -- Letters from Me to Her, a collection written for a woman I love living in Raleigh, and I was able to write some of those love letters and poems right here in this lovely café. Lucky Tree regularly hosts open mic nights for musicians and poetry-focused events, and the owners are deeply involved in the local arts scene. Through these events, I've met artists, authors, and incredible people--and I've even shared my own work from my above mentioned book here. Overall, this is a truly unique and beautiful shop. The food is always fresh, the staff is vibrant, polite, and genuinely helpful, and the atmosphere shifts naturally from lively to quiet and relaxing depending on the events taking place. Top-tier shop and easily one of my favorite coffee spots in Raleigh. And yes--the coffee is really good.

I decided to try this out for a quick coffee stop while in town for a conference. The service was…read morefriendly and quick! I tried the breakfast bagel bites, which were soft and warm. I loved the cheese on top! I was not a huge fan of the flavor the almond flour gave them but it was not overpowering. I would probably get them again! They had a lot of options as far as specialty lattes but I am glad I went with the Vanilla Maple. I was worried that the maple flavor would be too much but it complimented the vanilla well. The inside was VERY well decorated, and I would've loved to stay and do a little computer work! I could see myself coming by and sitting down for a quick brunch, meeting up with friends, or staying for a work session.