Lisa Jeffries Nobling – Raleigh, NC

Category: events

  • I Don’t Do “Scary”

    “I don’t do ‘scary’.”

    Those were my exact words to my favorite group of hooligans in our weekly “so what are we doing this weekend” group gmail conversation. However, because I’m almost always a good sport (assuming it’s not 7am), I’m still most likely going to do all of the spooky local things that my friends are SO excited about.

    This – the Horrow Show in Snow Camp, NC – terrifies me with the website alone. (My friends and boyfriend are sure going to enjoy watching me jump and scream every 10 seconds.)

    Aside from that show, G105 is also hosting a list of Halloween events in the Triangle. Anything else that should be included? Let me know… my friends will thank you, I’m sure.

    PS – Be sure to check out one that’s for a GREAT cause!

    Raleigh Jaycees to Hold Annual Haunted House Oct. 17-Nov. 1; Proceeds to be Donated to Area Charities

    Raleigh, NC – Alert! A prison break has occurred at the old Possum Creek Penitentiary and the escaped living-dead prisoners are being corralled and will be put into a new prison, currently being built at 6234 Glenwood Avenue, at Pleasant Valley Promenade. Tours of this new prison begin on Oct. 17.

    Boo! (See you there – I’ll be the running running back to the safety of the car!)

  • I Have a New Favorite…

    including “Toes”.

    And if I have my way, they’ll be playing at Buckhead in January… *crosses fingers*.

    By the way, ReverbNation.com is a realllllly fun website.

    Check these boys out:



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  • Recognize that Little Curly-Haired Girl?

    Readers of the NC State Fair’s blog may have recognized a familiar face yesterday!

    http://2008ncstatefair.blogspot.com/2008/09/fair-fan-lisa-jeffries.html

    (Note: Fall 1987 was just before the first appearance of my younger sister, Mandy.)

    Check out some of our family’s fair pictures from the 22+ years we’ve been going together (18 since my sister was born) in the following slideshow.

    The NC State Fair – definitely one of my favorite family pastimes!

  • Update: Hot Sauce Festival

    Remember my surprise (and enjoyment) at how NC event boasts a Hot Sauce Festival?

    Triangle Brewing Company has a cool video on their blog with pictures from the event… take a look!

    Looks like it was a beautiful day in Oxford for it – would’ve been nice to check it out in person!

  • Ok Triangle Ladies…

    I expect to see you ALL here!

    I hope that all of you Raleigh readers can come join this great event. I can’t wait to meet you there, if you do make it!

    Party with skirt! and Dress for Success

    Update: We’ll be giving away some great prizes at our event! Tickets, jewelry, gift certificates…watch this space for more info!

    The most awesome party ever happens this month, and you are so invited. skirt! has teamed up with the Triangle chapter of Dress for Success to hold our first-ever skirt! After Work event.

    What is it? A skirt drive to benefit Dress for Success.

    What should I bring? Skirts, of course! But we’ll also be accepting jewelry, scarves, belts, and other interview attire.

    Where? The gorgeous, delicious 518 West Italian Café on Glenwood South.

    When? 5:30 til 7:30pm. Tuesday, September 30.

    Why? Because it’s a benefit for an amazing women’s cause, a chance to meet the skirt! team, as well as some of the men and women who have appeared in our issues. Oh, and did we mention we’ll be giving away prizes?

    How much? It’s free to get in, and the signature skirtini will be $5 for those of you with donations. Other drinks will be regular price.

    If you’re wondering what a skirtini is, this is where you come in. We’re currently running a recipe contest for the signature drink of skirt! Is the skirtini sassy, light, and fruity? Dry and witty? Or rich, elegant, and chocolate-y? You decide!

    Come up with a recipe for the ultimate skirtini, and enter it here. The winning beverage will be christened The skirtini, and will be served at our skirt! After Work events every month, starting with Skirts for Success on September 30. See you there! And get mixing!

    Be there or be boring!

  • Capital City Bikefest

    Can’t believe I almost missed this (not that Mom and Dad would’ve let that happened though)!


    (Capital City Bikefest)

    What    : Capital City Bike Fest
    When: Friday – September 26th (10am until 11pm) and Saturday – September 27th (10am until 11pm)
    Where: Downtown!
    Cost: Free Entrance
    More Info: CapitalCityBikefest.com/    Even if you’re not a Harley-enthusiast, this is still a VERY cool event to head out to just to check out some of the amazing custom bikes (a huge draw if you have young boys – this actually is a very family-friendly event). There is lots of live music, entertainment, good food that can be purchased from vendors, merchandise for sale, BEER, and more.

    See you there!

    (As always, this event has been added to my “Raleigh & More” google calendar!)

    PS – Sorry, can’t find my pics from last year’s event, but bonus points are up for grabs if you can spot my Uncle Bruce (should be an easy one for any bona fide Jeffries) in this video here! Hint: He’s within the first 30 seconds.

  • Reminder: Southern Proper “Tailgate and Ties” Trunk Show

    (original blog post)

    Check out the facebook update from Southern Proper or the facebook event to RSVP for this great event!


    Host: Southern Proper®
    Date: Friday, September 19, 2008
    Time: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
    Location: Varsity Men’s Wear – Crabtree Valley Mall, Raleigh, NC

    Contact Info
    Phone: 9197822570
    Email: reagan@southernproper.com

    Be sure to track down NCSU’s Southern Proper “Belle” (and my little Pi Phi sister!) – Mary Lauren – and tell her how awesome of an event it is… because I know it will be!

  • Exciting News for Wolfpackers & V Foundation Supporters

    Thanks for the email scoop to my favorite V Foundation volunteer, Aunt Deb!

    Jimmy V Golf Classic returning to Triangle
    from WRAL.com

    “The Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic is returning to the Triangle in 2009, with the golf tournament being held at the new N.C. State course and other events designed to highlight the fundraiser.

    The classic started in Cary in 1993 and has raised millions for cancer research, organizers said. It moved to Pinehurst in 2007 and 2008.

    The event will be Aug. 12-16, 2009 and commemorates former N.C. State basketball coach Jim Valvano. Valvano’s final season at State was in 1990 and he died of cancer in 1993.

    The V Foundation for Cancer Research will introduce several new events to coincide with the annual golf tournament and black tie gala, including a V Wine & Spirits Celebration, a concert, and a cancer symposium at the new Raleigh Convention Center, organizers announced.

    ‘We felt it was important to return the Classic to the Triangle where it started,’ said Nick Valvano, CEO of The V Foundation and brother of the late coach.”

    Be sure to click through to read the full story with lots of great info.

    While you’re at it, visit the V Foundation’s official website and sign-up to volunteer your time and talents with any of their great event throughout the year!

  • DBTT ’08

    LOVE that this never interferes with college football… genius I tell ya. Thanks Ashton!

    From DowntownRaleigh.com:

    Down By the Tracks SPCA Benefit sponsored by DowntownRaleigh.com
    Sunday, September 21

    On September 21, 2008, from 4-8pm…The Shops at Seaboard Station, a Gregory & Parker, Inc. Development, will host Down by the Tracks, VII, a fundraiser to benefit the SPCA of Wake County.

    This popular event has become a significant tool for raising money and awareness for the many homeless animals at the SPCA. Last year over 1000 people and 350 dogs attended DBTT VI and helped us raise over $15,000 for the SPCA.

    The outdoor block party is held at Seaboard Station in downtown Raleigh.

    This year’s event will feature live music by Peace Street Band!

    There will be a silent auction, free beer, food vendors, dance lessons, best dressed dog contest, caricaturist and much more. Kids and dogs (leashed) are welcome.

    In order to raise more money for the SPCA, there will be a general admission charge of $5.00, children 12 and under free.

    For more info about this event, visit www.spcawake.org/dbtt or to find out more about sponsorships, please contact Adeliade at Seaboard Imports

    Seaboard Imports
    121 Seaboard Avenue
    Raleigh, NC
    (919) 838-8244
    seaimpor@bellsouth.net

    Info about last year’s even was one of my first posts as a blogger, and just so you know: Katie, Nick, Delta, Tank and I had a BLAST and will be making another appearance this year (sans Katie… heartbreaking!).

    As always, I can’t say enough good things about the SPCA.

    Here are a few pics of my gang enjoying the event last year… enjoy! (Click here if it does not auto load for ya.)

  • Triangle Uncorked

    Looks like a very promising event for wine lovers in the Triangle – thanks for the heads up Denise and Adrianne!

    We’ll have to see what time the Wolfpack plays at home against South Florida before I make my ticket purchase.

    Triangle Uncorked

    Date    : Saturday – Sep. 27th
    Time: 2pm until 4pm
    Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, Cary
    Cost: $25 in advance, $35 day of event. $75 for VIP.    Benefitting the Frankie Lemmon Foundation (a Sigma Chi – NC State chapter – Derby Days favorite!) and The Rotary Club of North Raleigh!

    Update: “Ask and you shall receive…”. NCSU vs. South Florida game time is set for 7:30pm. How’s a wine fest for an alternative tailgate?