The Lounge at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

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. Meet local professionals and learn about fall prevention, aging in place and home safety, dementia and caregiver support, planning, medication safety, home organization, and other resources that can support safer, more independent living. Aging in Place North Carolina will provide a featured presentation, “How to Safely and Comfortably Age in the Home You Love.” The event will also include community resources, giveaways, and complimentary light refreshments while supplies last. Free and open to the public. Walk-ins are welcome.

North Carolina Symphony - Mendelssohn & Mozart live at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM.

All tickets include a Deluxe Hardcover Edition of The Sweetest Fiend. Join us in celebrating the release of The Sweetest Fiend, book 1 in the Played by the Piper Duology. Raven will be joined in conversation by Jaimee @thtgrlreads Raven Kennedy is an international bestseller, whose love for books pushed her into creating her own worlds. The Plated Prisoner Series, a dark fantasy romance, has sold in over twenty countries. It became a New York Times, USA Today, Sunday Times, and Spiegel bestseller, hit #1 in the Amazon store, and has sold over six million copies worldwide. Hosts are flexible to change. Author conversation begins at 7:00PM. After the conversation between Raven and Jaimee, there will be a brief Q&A. Signing and photo line to follow. Raven will sign and personalize 1 copy of The Sweetest Fiend per attendee. Additionally, she will sign up to 2 backlist copies per attendee. Attendees may have a staff member take a photo during the signing. Raven will remain seated during the signing and photos. The Sweetest Fiend will not be pre-signed. Presigned backlist stock will be available for purchase before/after the event. There will be no exceptions to the signing limits at this event.

R&B Rewind Millennial Edition live at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

The Stained Glass Custom Pet Experience is a hands on workshop where you create a personalized stained glass portrait of your pet. This event allows you to transform a photograph of your animal into a durable piece of art through professional guidance and custom design work. Our studio prepares every project in advance by hand selecting glass colors and cutting each piece specifically for your portrait. During the workshop you will learn to foil, assemble, and solder your custom pattern under the instruction of our staff. This experience is designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike who want to learn stained glass techniques without the time consuming preparation. We handle the heavy lifting such as glass cutting and grinding so you can focus on the rewarding assembly process. This workshop is perfect for pet lovers looking for a creative outlet and a unique keepsake. No prior art experience is necessary to participate in this approachable and structured session. Space is limited to ensure personal attention for every attendee. Reserve your spot today to begin your custom design journey and build a beautiful piece of art.

The Stained Glass Custom Pet Experience is a hands on workshop where you create a personalized stained glass portrait of your pet. This event allows you to transform a photograph of your animal into a durable piece of art through professional guidance and custom design work. Our studio prepares every project in advance by hand selecting glass colors and cutting each piece specifically for your portrait. During the workshop you will learn to foil, assemble, and solder your custom pattern under the instruction of our staff. This experience is designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike who want to learn stained glass techniques without the time consuming preparation. We handle the heavy lifting such as glass cutting and grinding so you can focus on the rewarding assembly process. This workshop is perfect for pet lovers looking for a creative outlet and a unique keepsake. No prior art experience is necessary to participate in this approachable and structured session. Space is limited to ensure personal attention for every attendee. Reserve your spot today to begin your custom design journey and build a beautiful piece of art.

This two session workshop teaches woodworking fundamentals through the creation of a custom cutting board. Students will apply essential milling and cutting techniques to build a unique, functional piece for their kitchen while gaining hands-on experience in a professional shop environment. During the first session, you will mill raw lumber, cut your pieces to size, and complete the initial glue-up. In the second session, you will use shaping and profiling tools to refine, sand, and finish your project. This structured process ensures you understand the progression from raw material to a high-quality finished product. This course is ideal for those looking to expand their woodworking skills after completing a formal introductory class. It serves as an excellent foundation for future projects like box making. Please note that participants must have prior experience with a jointer, planer, and table saw, or must have completed the Woodshop Introduction course before attending. If you are ready to apply your technical skills to a practical project, register today to secure your spot and start building your own custom kitchen essential.