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STARS & GUITARS

On Oct. 27, the North Carolina Museum of History celebrated its new exhibition, The Power of Women in Country Music, with a Stars & Guitars preview party at the museum for donors and sponsors. Dozens of country musicians attended, dressed in their country finest, and performances included an appearance by a local Dolly Parton impersonator.

Reception With Dean Paul Reis

On Oct. 6, Joyce Fitzpatrick, Natalie Best and David Woronoff hosted a reception to celebrate Dr. Paul Reis, the new dean of the Hussman School of Journalism and Media at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Many local media figures attended to welcome him.

A Night Fore Champions

On Oct. 19, First Tee of the Triangle recognized outstanding members of the community and their contributions to the area by inducting them into the Champions Circle. This year, First Tee inducted Robert “Bob” Hatley to the Champions Circle and had Roy Williams as the keynote speaker. CHARLES

On Oct. 6, Charles & Colvard celebrated its Grand Opening for its flagship store in the Raleigh-Durham area. The RTP-based jeweler is known for its premium quality lab created diamonds.

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10 Year Anniversary Bash

On Oct. 20, CreativeMornings RDU hosted a party to celebrate its 10 year anniversary at The Factory in downtown Raleigh. The event featured live art battles from the team at Munjo Munjo, beverages from Ponysaurus Brewing and Trophy Brewing, and snacks from Benchwarmers and Pineapple Sol.

Artsplosure Annual Party

On Sept. 21, Artsplosure held its annual party for friends and sponsors at Caffé Luna. During the event, they offered thanks to outgoing executive director Michael Lowder and welcomed the new executive director, Jaci Field, as well as other new board members.

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Nc Artists Exhibition

Raleigh Fine Arts Society celebrated its 42nd North Carolina Artists Exhibition on Oct. 19 at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh. This year’s juror was Dorothy Moss, curator of painting and sculpture at the National Portrait Gallery and coordinating curator of the Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative.