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Composition Area Recital
Date and Time
October 11, 2026, Sun., 3-4pm
Organizer
Meredith College
Venue
Carswell Concert Hall Wainwright Music Building
Location
West Raleigh
Address
3800 Hillsborough St., Raleigh, NC 27636
(233.8 mi)
Price
Free
Description
The Composition Area Recital features original works composed by students from Meredith College and the Community School of Music. This showcase highlights the creative talents of emerging composers as they share their unique musical visions with the public.
Attendees will experience a diverse program of new music performed in a live setting. The event focuses on showcasing the technical skills and artistic growth of these students through various instrumental and vocal pieces. You will hear firsthand the innovative sounds and structural ideas being explored by these dedicated musicians throughout the current semester.
This recital is open to students, faculty, families, and the general public who appreciate contemporary music. The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive, making it an excellent opportunity to engage with the local creative community and support developing artists. Admission is free for all attendees, and seating is available on a first come first served basis. We invite you to join us for this evening of discovery and talent. Please arrive early to ensure your preferred seat and enjoy this celebration of student composition.
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Celebrating the many arts, stories, and histories of Raleigh—the “City of Oaks”—JLF North Carolina will feature thought-provoking conversations, compelling performances, author sessions, and cultural experiences exploring literature, ideas, history, society, and the world around us. The festival will take place at Meredith College and NC State’s Institute for Emerging Issues.
The program will bring together acclaimed authors, artists, thinkers, journalists, and cultural leaders from North Carolina and around the world. The 2026 lineup includes Belle Boggs, Jeff Tiberii, Karan Mahajan, Bob Crawford, and many more.
The Jaipur Literature Festival takes place annually in Jaipur, India, and is internationally celebrated as the “greatest literary show on Earth.” Its spirit now travels through international editions across the US, UK, Canada, Spain, the Maldives, and Australia, bringing together diverse literary traditions and the unique culture of each host region.
JLF North Carolina offers readers, families, students, educators, writers, and curious minds an opportunity to discover new perspectives, hear remarkable stories, and experience the power of books and ideas right here in Raleigh.
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Lakeside Retreats Family Fest
4521 Mial Plantation Rd
FREE Family Fest in Raleigh — Saturday, September 12!
Looking for a full day of family fun, creativity, connection, and outdoor adventure? Join us for the 3rd Annual Family Fest at Lakeside Retreats! Optional overnight Camping
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
📍 4521 Mial Plantation Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
🎟️ FREE admission
Enjoy a day filled with:
🔥 Fire show
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🥋 Martial arts class
🫧 Bubbles
🧘 Yoga and sound bath
🌲 Forest bathing
🏕️ S’mores and optional overnight camping
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Parents Night Out: Kids Laser Tag Night
at Battle House Laser Tag - Wake Forest, Raleigh
Four hours for them. Four hours for YOU.
Drop the kids off at Battle House Laser Tag for a night packed with laser tag, pizza, a movie, and more laser tag.
Meanwhile, you can go to dinner, catch a movie, run errands, enjoy a quiet house, or simply remember what it feels like to finish a sentence without being interrupted.
Details
Ages: 7 to 13
Time: 5 PM to 9 PM
Price: $49 per child
What's Included
-4 hours total
-Approximately 3 hours of Battle House Laser Tag
-Large slice of pizza and a drink
-Movie time during dinner, then more laser tag time
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Reserve tickets at: https://ecom.roller.app/battlehousefayetteville/parentsnightout/en-us/products
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Safe Homes, Strong Families Resource Day
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Safe Homes, Strong Families Resource Day is a free community event presented by PR Home Care for older adults, family caregivers, and families who want to plan ahead and connect with trusted local resources before a crisis occurs.
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Hillsborough Street Jazz Trio
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