historic downtown wake forest nc: Keep It Local! Shopping and Dining in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC - 02/21/12 11:09 PM


Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC is quite a draw for many wanting to recapture the feel of the small southern town from days gone by.  Whether you are wanting to while away the afternoon window shopping in the many specialty shops, sip a hand-crafted coffee, sample some fresh made Italian gelato or seek that perfect gift there is definitely a place for you in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC!
 
 
Here are just a few of the great restaurants you can find.
Backfins Crabhouse - 110 S. White Street (AWESOME CRAB LEGS! Ask my son - his favorite … (10 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: "Ladies Night" at the Cotton Company in Downtown Historic Wake Forest TONIGHT! - 02/16/12 11:02 PM
The Cotton Company is ALWAYS a great place to spend some time shopping for unique gifts, home decor items and beautiful handcrafted jewelry and art! 
Tonight is Ladies Night at the Cotton Company from 5 - 8pm.  It's a great opportunity to grab your girlfriends and head to historic downtown Wake Forest for an evening of shopping and fun.
Don't miss the "How to Wrap a Scarf" demonstration at 6:30pm presented by Wraps of Style!  I don't know about you but I always get my scarfs all knotted up - this might be a good one for me!
You can always … (0 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Weekends in Wake Forest NC - March 11 - 13, 2011 - 03/10/11 03:44 AM
While there is always something to do in Wake Forest NC the weekends always seem to offer up some additional fun and excitement.  Don't forget to check out this upcoming weekend's list of events so you can schedule a little fun into your calendar!
Art After Hours Friday, March 11; 5 pm Downtown Wake Forest On the second Friday of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9 p.m. You never … (10 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Holiday Week FILLED with Things To Do in Wake Forest NC - December 13 - 19, 2010 - 12/12/10 02:41 AM
It has been an extremely exciting week in Wake Forest NC with the Wake Forest Christmas Parade AND the Wake Forest Rolesville High School playing in the State Championships!  Whew!  This town has been buzzing with both Holiday Spirit and School spirit and pride!  The upcoming week in Wake Forest is full of Holiday events such as Breakfast with Santa, Holiday performances, a crafter's market and if you haven't been to historic downtown Wake Forest you simply MUST go!  The decorations are magical and the local businesses are in quite the Holiday mode!  What a wonderful time to visit historic downtown … (18 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Christmas in Wake Forest - Historic Home Tour - 11/27/10 06:58 AM
The Holidays are truly a magical time in Wake Forest NC and every year we all look forward to the biennial Holiday Historic Home Tour.  This year is shaping up to be one of the biggest tours ever with live music, refreshments, free horse drawn carriage rides and even the college carillon will be playing holiday music.  There are approximately 15 homes, churches and other buildings gloriously decorated and open for public viewing on the self-guided tour.  This tour is presented by the Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman's Club. 
December 4, 2010 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm … (11 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Holiday Open House at The Cotton Company in Wake Forest NC - 11/01/10 11:18 AM
There is NO better way to kick off the Holiday Season AND get your Holiday shopping started or wrapped up than the Holiday Open House at The Cotton Company. The Cotton Company is an amazing shopping destination in historic, downtown Wake Forest NC that houses over 50 unique specialty shops offering one of a kind gifts for all!  They ranked in the Top 10 Raleigh Best Shopping Malls & Centers and it was well-deserved!  In 2000, the W.W. Holding Cotton Exchange Warehouse was purchased with a vision for transformation.  The building was renovated in phases and the end result is truly … (7 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Sunflower Studio and Gallery in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC - 08/11/10 10:07 AM
On a very unassuming street in historic downtown Wake Forest you will find renovated bungalows that house some of the best treasures that Wake Forest has to offer.......Sunflower Studio and Gallery is just one of them! 
Sunflower Studio and Gallery houses some of the finest original works in acrylics, water colors, oils and pastels.  They also showcase some of the most detail beaded jewelry and local landmark artwork. 
The second Friday of every month they host "Art After Hours" in which they open up their doors and provide live music, light hors d'oeuvres and showcase local talented artists!
 
Sunflower Studio … (4 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Homemade Gelato in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC - a la mode - 08/10/10 02:46 AM

Need another reason to visit historic downtown Wake Forest?  Here it is....... 
a la mode
A fantastic hot spot in the historic downtown Wake Forest streetscape is this fantastic ice cream shop!  Homemade ice cream, homemade gelato, homemade frozen yogurt....are you getting the homemade part?  We visited last night for an after-dinner treat and it was amazing!  My son splurged on the mint chocolate chip in a waffle cone, my husband the coffee ice cream and me?  Homemade Tiramisu Gelato - out of this world!  You will NOT find gelato like this anywhere in the greater Raleigh area - I … (14 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Things to Do in Wake Forest NC - July 5 - 11, 2010 July 4th Celebrations Continue - 07/04/10 02:44 AM
I truly hope that you were able to attend the Wake Forest NC Fireworks Celebration last night - it was simply amazing!  Wake Forest NC once again topped themselves!  Well, the 4th of July celebrations don't stop there!  Check out what is in store this upcoming week to continue the celebration as well as so many other events on the calendar! This week is the always fun Art After Hours, several Artist Receptions, a Golf Tournament and so much more!  Get out and explore all that Wake Forest NC has to offer! Fourth of July Children’s Parade Monday, July 5; Lineup … (6 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Amazing Week of Things To Do in Wake Forest NC! June 7 - 13, 2010 - 06/06/10 01:59 AM
There is an incredible week of things to do in Wake Forest NC this week!  Graduation ceremonies are scheduled throughout the week for not only Wake Forest NC High Schools but all the Wake County NC High Schools.  Its a very exciting time and if you missed the schedule you can certainly check out Wake Forest NC 2010 High School Graduation Schedule for the dates, times and locations of graduation ceremonies. This week is also the wildly popular Art After Hours weekend in historic downtown Wake Forest NC.  There are several Artist Exhibits and Receptions scheduled around town that provide the … (2 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Wine Tasting at the Twisted Vine in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC - 05/27/10 06:30 AM
I blogged a while ago about the fantastic Wine Shop, Twisted Vine, located in downtown Wake Forest NC.  If you missed that post you can catch up on all the particulars at Wake Forest NC - The Twisted Vine Wine Shoppe - Historic Downtown Wake Forest!
Every Saturday you can meet up at the Twisted Vine with your friends (or meet some new one while you are there) for their Wine Tasting.  From 12 noon - 4pm each Saturday you can taste a variety of wines that are sure to fit any budget and palate! It's a great place to stop … (14 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Wake Forest NC - 2010 PetFest May 22, 2010 - Historic Downtown Wake Forest - 05/20/10 12:41 AM
2010 First Annual PetFest Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC May 22, 2010 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

This Pet Focused, family-friendly festival will be an absolute treat (no pun intended) for ALL! Starting in Historic Downtown Wake Forest on S. Main Street a Pet Parade will lead the attendees to the main event at Festival Park!  Once there you'll find a huge assortment of activities, booths, vendors and so much more!  Just a few to mention but by no means all inclusive are: Waggity Tail Bakery (Amazing Bakery for Pets) EcoPaws (Earth Friendly pet supplies) SNAP-NC (Neuter Assistance Program of … (20 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: So Many Things To Do in Wake Forest NC This Week! Check Out the Calendar! - 04/24/10 10:59 AM
The upcoming week in Wake Forest NC has some tremendous offering for events and things to do!  Spring has definitely settled in nicely in Wake Forest and everyone is out and about packing the local parks, historic downtown Wake Forest shops and enjoying the little extra daylight that allows for great family and friends get-togethers. There are some "can't miss" events coming up this weekend and one that you certainly don't want to miss is the highly anticipated Meet in the Street!  This all day events provides a great opportunity to enjoy arts and crafts from over 80 vendors from all … (8 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Wake Forest NC Herbfest 2010 - Spring is HERE! - 03/30/10 06:51 AM
HerbFest is back and better than ever in downtown, historic Wake Forest NC at Festival Park! The 11th Annual HerbFest is scheduled to start this year on April 16th and is will offer amazing selections through April 25th from 9am - 4pm at Festival Park. If you have never been to HerbFest then first of all, where ya been?  And, secondly, you are in for an exceptional treat! HerbFest offers the best quality and selection of herb plants for your garden in the entire Southeast!  Yes, the event is THAT big and well-known!  There is everything from your pedestrian Basil to exotic … (8 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC - One Great Reason to Move to Wake Forest NC! - 03/25/10 11:25 AM
Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC is quite a draw for many wanting to recapture the feel of the small southern town from days gone by.  Whether you are wanting to while away the afternoon window shopping in the many specialty shops, sip a hand-crafted coffee, sample some fresh made Italian gelato or seek that perfect gift there is definitely a place for you in Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC!
 
 
 
Here are just a few of the great restaurants you can find. Backfins Crabhouse - 110 S. White Street (AWESOME CRAB LEGS! Ask my son - his favorite food … (9 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Wake Forest NC Community Tag Sale - March 27 8am - Noon - 03/23/10 12:35 AM
Need a place to get rid of all that "extra" stuff you found while Spring Cleaning?  No worries!  Check out the Community Tag Sale in Wake Forest NC this coming weekend!  For ONLY $15 you can rent a spot at the event to sell your "stuff" and you can even sell baked goods, crafts and other services.  The Wake Forest NC Community Tag Sale will be held Saturday, March 27 from 8:00am until noon at Southern Classic Cars located at 417 S. Brooks Street. The really cool thing?  YOU keep all the profit! For more information and to reserve your spot … (0 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: Sunflower Studio & Gallery in Wake Forest NC - Bring Out The Artist in YOU! - 01/12/10 05:03 AM
The Sunflower Studio & Gallery is a vital part of historic downtown Wake Forest NC.  You may have read some of the other posts that I have written about Sunflower Studio & Gallery or you may have seen them on the Calendar of Events for Wake Forest NC. 
The Sunflower Studio & Gallery is always coming up with ways to engage our artistic side and their latest offering is amazing!
PAINT PARTY!
An Adult Painting Class is offered the 3rd Thursday of every month.  Ages 18+ are invited to bring out their artistic side  - seriously, no talent is required!  Everything … (8 comments)

historic downtown wake forest nc: First Light Wake Forest NC - New Year's Eve 7pm - 12/26/09 12:17 AM
Wake Forest NC is hosting it's Second Annual First Light Wake Forest on December 31, 2009 starting at 7pm. 

This family friendly, alcohol-free celebration is produced by Wake Forest's very own Brian Pate with Brian Pate Entertainment and I promise you....you won't want to miss this!
I will be posting the schedule of events a little later in the week but for a sneak peek:
Children's Fireworks Extravaganza (early) Facepainting Horseback Riding Inflatable Rides Climbing Wall Adult Firewords Extravaganza (late) LIVE MUSIC by Sleeping Booty DJ Brian Pate Admission is FREE and the event will take place along South White Street … (5 comments)

 
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