Lisa Jeffries Nobling – Raleigh, NC

Category: events

  • Brewgrass in Wilmington

    From those local beer guys at Big Boss Brewing… here’s a must-attend in Wilmington for anyone making their way to the beach this weekend (or those of you lucky enough to live there)!

    *WILMINGTON BREWGRASS FESTIVAL*

    When    : Saturday, 2-8 p.m.
    Where: Water & Princess Streets, Wilmington
    Admission: $35.00
    Info: http://www.DBAwilmington.org

    So this is gonna be a great time! We’ll be down in Wilmington this Saturday pouring beers for the Brewgrass Festival.

    The music lineup is as follows:
    – The Drew Emmitt Band (formerly of Leftover Salmon)
    – Chatham County Line
    – Fescue
    – L Shape Lot

    And the other fine breweries we’ll be pouring alongside go as follows:
    -Asheville Brewing Company
    -Carolina Beer & Beverage
    -Front Street Brewery
    -Foothills Brewing Company
    -Gordon Biersch
    -Highland Brewing Company
    -Lonerider Brewing Company
    -RJ Rockers
    -Star Hill

    This promises to be a great time! There are still tickets available, so don’t miss out!


    You can get your tickets and more online from another local favorite, eTix.com!

    {Image: Wilmington Downtown Business Alliance}

  • Zac Brown Band in Raleigh this Weekend!

    If you’ve been around since October 2008, you’ve probably seen one or two of my posts about ZBB – including the original.

    While I’m bummed that it wasn’t my handiwork that brought them to my beloved Raleighwood (not without effort – I tried, but other forces who don’t know any better stood in the way), the Lincoln Theatre has (LOVE them though, so I’m glad it’s them) for a block party this Sunday.

    Johnny Orr & the South Station Band and Coastline Band (both are great NC groups!) will also be parts of this cool event. Tickets are only $20 in advance, $25 day of.

    Here are the full details:

    http://lincolntheatre.com/schedule.htm

    Zac Brown Band w/ Sonia Leigh / Levi Lowery / Nic Cowan

    Inside Stage
    Johnny Orr & the South Station Band
    Playing between the Outside Bands

    Jim Quick & Coastline
    After Party Following Zac Brown Band

    5:00PM Doors
    5:15PM Show

    This show is outside on the Lincoln Theatre Street Stage

    See y’all there!

    {Image: RoughStock.com}

  • A New Venture & BBQ Tonight!

    Brandon and I are no culinary experts, but we know our BBQ… so we’ve started a blog about it!

    Join us TONIGHT at The Pit in Downtown Raleigh for a fan viewing of their Throwdown with Bobby Flay from the Food Network!

    http://www.ncbbqtour.com/2009/05/our-first-event.html

  • Did You Get JMC’s New Album Yesterday?

    I did! And I got five at Best Buy (for everyone in the family who hasn’t hopped on the iPod bandwagon).

    The girl at the store looked at me a little funny and then said “I’ve heard some of his stuff… I like him!”

    That’s what I thought. 😉

    I had the chance to hear the whole album last week on iLike before it officially was in stores – and I liked it then – but listening to it in the car with the windows down, sunroof open, on a beautiful Tuesday afternoon… 100 times better! I’ve been rockin’ ever since.

    And since I’m convinced you all will love it too, I’m giving two of you a chance to do it for free!

    Just comment here or send me an email at NCSULilWolf (at) gmail (dot) com and you’ll be entered to win. I will give you your choice of having it physically in your hands or via iTunes, whatever floats your boat. Contest ends on Tuesday, May 5th (Cinco de Mayo)!

    Your comment will get you one entry and re-posting this (and letting me know where – your blog, MySpace, facebook, whatever) will get you a second entry.

    Check out Jason’s website for the latest updates and be sure to get your tickets online ($5 cheaper!) for Saturday’s Boots, Bands, and Bulls benefit concert, featuring Kevin Lee, Brian Davis, and Jason Michael Carroll here in Raleigh!

    {Image: iLike.com}

  • More Beach Music – With Better Parking

    I always get a little confused when I hear people complain about Raleigh and say “I can’t wait to move away. It’s SO boring here.”

    Ummm… some people just must not know where to look, because my calendar is full!

    Music on Main
    live music. great food. lots of fun!

    Free Admission!

    Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    Place: Main Street, Downtown Garner

    2009 Season Band Schedule
    May 13th: The Fantastic Shakers
    June 11th: The Band of Oz
    July 9th: The Embers
    August 13th: Holiday Band
    September 10th: Craig Woolard Band


    Yay, I love summer!!

    {Image: Music on Main website.}

  • You Hungry?

    I bet you will be after checking out all of the great happenings for Triangle Restaurant Week 2009!

    It is no secret that I love going out for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s not that I’m not a bad cook – I’m actually pretty good when I have time, but there are so many great restaurants around here, plus… I just love the whole experience since it’s usually a group affair.

    one appetizer. one entree. one dessert. one week.

    May 11th – 17th, 2009. Mark your calendars! See you there 🙂

  • Growing Up is Getting Old

    Want to know what’s kept me so busy lately? Among other things, helping one of my favorite non-profits put together a FANTASTIC event happening here in Raleigh on May 2nd.

    Here’s the scoop:
    Bring the family out to City Limits Saloon on May 2nd as Brittany’s Battle presents “Boots, Bands & Bulls“, a benefit concert with Kevin Lee, Brian Davis and Arista recording artist Jason Michael Carroll, whose new cd, Growing up is Getting Old, comes out on April 28th!

    Gates will open at 1pm, and the show kicks off at 2pm with activities for the whole family and the best country music you’ll find anywhere, so be sure and visit BootsBandsandBulls.com and get your tickets today!

    PS – Holy crap. I almost forgot to thank Tyler for shooting, editing, and producing that video for us! You need video? You need my good friend Tyler who has started his own local company – Red Wire Video!

  • Koka Booth Summer Movies Are Back!

    $3 is quite a deal and could be a great idea for a fun night out with friends or a date night!

    Cary To Show Movies By Moonlight At Koka Booth (from The Raleigh Telegram… hah)

    The town says that patrons can bring a blanket or chair as Booth Amphitheater’s spacious lawn is turned in to an outdoor movie theater.

    Tickets
    Adults – $3, Kids under 12 – free. (Good cause, too – $0.75 from each ticket sold is donated to the Just For Kids Kampaign at WakeMed.)

    Venue Gates/Box Office Open at 7pm and the movies start at dusk. Cash only.

    Schedule
    6/4- Quantum of Solace – PG13
    6/11 – Kung Fu Panda – PG
    6/18 – Moonstruck – PG
    6/25 – Made of Honor – PG 13

    7/2 – Wait Until Dark – Not Rated
    7/9 – He’s Just Not That Into You – PG 13
    7/16 – Twilight – PG 13
    7/30 – Blades of Glory – PG-13

    8/6 – Mama Mia – PG 13
    8/13 – Tale of Despereaux – G

    For more information visit: http://www.townofcary.org and Koka Booth’s website.

    Image Source: Koka Booth

  • {Double Post} Dress for Success Auction & Show

    As I’ve mentioned many times before, my area has just gotten its own Dress for Success local affiliate and I am a proud volunteer!

    We have an online auction going on right now with some great items up for grabs… check it out!

    Success Suits Her Gift Bags and Free Tickets to the Southern Women’s Show are up for grabs!

    Our auction is being held in conjunction with this year’s Southern Women’s Show April 24-26 at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Make a donation of at least $25 prior to the show and you will receive admission to the show, as well as a “Success Suits Her” gift bag in appreciation of your support. Visit our booth (613/615) to receive your bag filled with great products (including over $50 of Burt’s Bees personal care products) and discount coupons for valuable savings.
    Speaking of which, the Dress for Success fashion show at the Southern Women’s Show:April 25th at 4:00pm
    Dress for Success – NC Triangle Affiliate will have a fashion show at the Southern Women’s Show featuring clients wearing Dress for Success clothing. Sue Stock (N&O) and Sonya Williams (Tarheel Talk) will share wardrobe stretching tips, reveal the hottest bags from Beijo and most importantly, celebrate each woman’s success. Please be there and support these great women on this special day.    Thanks for reading – please feel free to share/repost/etc.!

  • Beach Music at North Hills

    The parking situation at North Hills will likely be a disaster, but will definitely be worth the effort for some of these shows.

    Midtown Music Beach Music Series

    Thursdays from 6-9pm in the Commons

    April 16-The Embers
    April 23-The Castaways
    April 30-The Tams

    May 7-Liquid Pleasure
    May 14-Black and Blue
    May 21-The Embers
    May 28-The Attractions

    June 4-The Maxx
    June 11-The Craig Woolard Band
    June 18-The Voltage Brothers
    June 25-The Catalinas

    July 2-North Tower
    July 9-The Kays
    July 16-Liquid Pleasure
    July 23-The Part Time Party Time Band
    July 30-Johnny White and the Elite Band

    August 6-The Entertainers
    August 13-The Craig Woolard Band
    August 20-The Coconut Groove Band
    August 27-The Embers

    The Midtown Music Beach Music Series is sponsored by Johnson Lexus, WRAL.COM, Bud Light Lime, Widmer, and Park and Market.

    *Rain dates will be scheduled for Thursdays in September*

    The band at Amra’s last night played a little beach music and boy were Raleigh people ready for that! The dance floor filled up immediately. Good times had by all!