🌳 March Madness Is Here, Spring Has Sprung, and Rolesville Goes Broadway

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In today’s edition of The WYRe:

Let's get to it.

— Dave & Egle

🏀 March Madness — All Three Triangle Teams Made It To The Dance

The NCAA Tournament kicks off THIS WEEK. Duke (the #1 overall seed!) plays Siena Thursday at 2:50 PM on CBS. UNC (#6 seed) faces VCU Thursday in Greenville. NC State was part of the First Four kickoff of the men’s NCAA basketball tournament and played a CLOSE game against Texas on Tuesday. Every bar with a TV will be packed. Plan accordingly.

🎭 Legally Blonde The Musical — Rolesville Middle School
📍 1099 E Young Street, Rolesville | Thu 7 PM, Fri 7 PM, Sat 1 PM

The kids are putting on a full production of Legally Blonde and we’re here for it. Three showings this week. Support Rolesville’s young performers — these school productions are always better than you expect.

🤼 WWE Friday Night SmackDown
📍 Lenovo Center, Raleigh | Friday, March 20 | Evening

The WWE is rolling through Raleigh this Friday. If you’ve got kids (or you’re a kid at heart), this one’s a blast. Tickets still available as of press time.

🎵 An Evening with A Different Thread
📍 Wake Forest Listening Room | Friday, March 20 | Doors 6:45 PM, Show 7:30 PM | $16.95

If you haven’t been to the Listening Room yet — what are you waiting for? Intimate venue, incredible sound, and A Different Thread brings soulful folk harmonies that’ll give you chills.

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Legally Blonde The Musical | Rolesville Middle School, 1099 E Young St, Rolesville | 7:00 PM

Opening night! The kids are bringing Elle Woods to life. Support your local school theater.

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour | Lenovo Center, Raleigh | Evening

The legends are back for their centennial tour. Great for the whole family.

Painting Studio with Clina Polloni | Wake Forest Community House, 317 E Roosevelt Ave | 1–3 PM

Superhero Academy for Preschoolers | Wake Forest Community House | 10 AM

Preschool-age superhero training. Yes, it’s as cute as it sounds.

Runway to Resilience Fashion Show | Raleigh Founded, Raleigh | 6–9 PM

Fashion show supporting survivors of human trafficking. Shopping, entertainment, community connection.

Open Play Basketball (35+) | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-7:45 AM

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 8-10:15 AM

Toddler Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 9:15 AM

Family Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 10:15 AM

Nature Stories | Prairie Ridge Ecostation | 10:30 AM

Baby Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 11:15 AM

STEM Build (Lego) | Joyner Park CC | 12-4 PM

Homeschool Rec (basketball & volleyball) | Joyner Park CC | 12-2:30 PM

Open Paint Studio | The Makery WF | 1-3 PM

Craft It: Macrame Keychain | Northeast Regional Library | 2:30 PM

Youth open play Basketball (17 and under) | Joyner Park CC | 3-5 PM

K-5th Adventures: Weather Wonderlabs | Wake Forest Community Library | 4:30 PM

K-2nd Adventures | Northeast Regional Library | 4:30 PM

Work From Home Mixer | Unwined on White | 6:30-8:30pm 

Karaoke Thursdays | Gatehouse Tavern | 8-11 PM

Retro Rewind Music Bingo | White Street Brewing Co. Taproom | 7-9 PM 

Music Bingo | Burnt Barrel

Trivia | Norse Brewing | 6:30-8:30 PM

Legally Blonde The Musical | Rolesville Middle School, Rolesville | 7:00 PM

Second performance — if Thursday’s sold out, catch it Friday.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown | Lenovo Center, Raleigh | Evening

An Evening with A Different Thread | Wake Forest Listening Room | Doors 6:45 PM, Show 7:30 PM | $16.95

Stuff Your Stanley | Scoops on Main, Youngsville | Fri 12 PM – Sat 9 PM

Two-day event right on Main Street. Bring your Stanley, stuff it full.

Spring Book Sale | Youngsville Library | 9:00 AM

The Youngsville library’s annual spring book sale. Great prices, great finds.

Drawing Studio with Mary Lou Amy | Wake Forest Community House, 317 E Roosevelt Ave | 10–11 AM

Whisker Junction Book Club | Keith’s Store, 13041 Keith’s Store Rd, Wake Forest | 6–8 PM

PFL NC Dog Adoption Event | Keith’s Store, 13041 Keith’s Store Rd, Wake Forest | 5:30–7:30 PM Looking for a furry friend? Come meet adoptable dogs.

Nuv Yug India Fest | Jim Graham Building, State Fairgrounds, Raleigh | 10:30 AM – 8 PM

FREE 120+ dance and music performances, incredible food, cultural celebrations. Massive annual festival — totally free.

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged | Historic Wakefield Barn, Raleigh | Evening

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-11:30 AM

Preschool Open Play (1-5yo) | Joyner Park Cc | 8 AM-4 PM

Friends of the Youngsville Library - Book Sale! | Youngsville Branch Library | 9 AM- 4 PM

Backyard Composting | Northeast Regional Library | 10 AM

Blood Drive | Rolesville Community Center | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Story Time at the Museum | Museum of Natural Sciences | 10:30 AM

Game On! at Moore Square | Moore Square | 10 AM - 5 PM

Historian-guided tour of downtown Raleigh | Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar | 3 pm Details

Beer Tasting | Unwined on White | 6-8 PM

Legally Blonde The Musical (Matinee) | Rolesville Middle School, Rolesville | 1:00 PM

Final showing — Saturday matinee.

2026 Wake Forest Comic Book & Toy Expo | Flaherty Park Community Center, Wake Forest | 10 AM – 4 PM

Comics, toys, collectibles, vendors. If you grew up on comic books, this is your Saturday morning.

Cars & Coffee | 11120 Capital Blvd, Wake Forest | 8–11 AM

Bring your ride or just come to look. Free and fun.

Rolesville Spring Party — BOGO FREE Drinks | Soda Box, 6182 Rogers Rd, Rolesville | 10 AM – 7 PM

BOGO Free drinks and spring vibes. All day.

Stuff Your Stanley (Day 2) | Scoops on Main, Youngsville | Through 9 PM

3rd Annual Creative Cardboard Carnival | Village Church, Rolesville | 6:00 PM

Build cardboard creations and compete. This is the kind of weird, wonderful community event we love.

Military Wellness Workshop | 115 W Young St, Rolesville | 9 AM – 5 PM

Full-day workshop for military members and families.

Used Book Consignment Sale | 6440 Rogers Rd, Rolesville | 11 AM – 12 PM

Kids Club: Welcoming Spring | Wake Forest Community House | 10–11 AM

Spring crafts and activities for the little ones.

Beyond Horse Massage Weekend Course | Youngsville | Sat 9 AM – Sun 5 PM

Two-day equine wellness course. If you’re into horses, this is unique.

Wake Forest Petco Kitty Adoption Event | Petco, Wake Forest | 11 AM – 1 PM

Triangle LUNGe 5K Run, Walk & Celebration | Koka Booth Amphitheatre | 8:30 AM

Friends of the Youngsville Library - Book Sale! | Youngsville Branch Library | 9 AM- 4 PM

Nature Play Day | Prairie Ridge Ecostation | 10 AM - 12 PM 

Family Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 10:15 AM

Family Storytime | Wake Forest Community Library | 11:00 AM

Bingo | Northeast Regional Library | 2-3 PM

Health Wisdom Naturals pop-up | Blackbird Brewery | 2-6 PM

ABC Craft & Learn | Wake Forest Community Library | 2:30 PM

Music Bingo | Blackbird Brewery | 7-9 PM

Back 2 the 90’s Party | Whitestreet Brewing | 8 PM - 12 AM

“Get ready to party like it’s the 90s! Join us for a night of throwback vibes with DJ Whut? spinning your favorite hits from the decade. Lawrence and Perry BBQ will take care of dinner while you enjoy our signature brews and specialty drinks to keep the good times rolling. Don’t miss this blast from the past!”

Gypsy Railroad Live at Bud’s Tavern | Bud’s Tavern, Youngsville | 1–4 PM

Sunday afternoon live music. Gypsy Railroad is always a good time. Grab a beer and settle in on Main Street.

Sunday Morning Yoga with Julie | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 11 AM – 12 PM

Zumba Class with Julie | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 1–2 PM

Friends of the Youngsville Library - Book Sale! | Youngsville Branch Library | 12 - 4 PM

Sip & Pour - A Candle Making Workshop | Artisan Beer & Cheese | 3 PM

Seasonal Yoga Series | Unwined | 4:30-5:45 PM Sign up

Open Play Basketball (35+) | Joyner Park CC | 1-4:45 PM

Compass Rose Movie Night — Star Wars | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 6:30–8:30 PM

They’re running Star Wars every Monday this month. Bring the family.

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-10:15 AM

Preschool Open Play (1-5yo) | Joyner Park CC | 8 AM-4 PM

Open Play Basketball (18+) | Joyner Park CC | 12-1:30 PM

Baby Story Time | Wake Forest Community Library | 9:30 AM

Family Storytime | Wake Forest Community Library | 11:00 AM

Teens: Daebak! It’s K-Pop | Northeast Regional Library | 5:30 PM 

Bingo Night | Artisan Beer & Cheese | 6-7 PM

Darts | Bud’s Tavern | 7 PM

Hammered Trivia | Blackbird Brewery | 7-9 PM

Nerds Night Out | Whitestreet Brewing | 7-10 PM

Compass Rose Jeopardy Bar League | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 7–9 PM

Geeks Who Drink presents bar-style Jeopardy. Free to play.

Trivia and Music Bingo | Artisan Beer & Cheese, Rolesville | 7–9 PM

Canes Watch Party | Carolina Ale House, 11685 Northpark Dr, Wake Forest | 7 PM

Canes are in Montreal — come watch with fellow fans.

Open Play Basketball (35+) | Joyner Park CC | 6:15-7:45 AM

Open Play Pickleball | Joyner Park CC | 8-11:30 AM

Toddler Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 9:15 AM

Family Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 10:15 AM

STEM Build (Lego) | Joyner Park CC | 12-4 PM

Homeschool Rec (basketball & volleyball) | Joyner Park CC | 12-2:30 PM

Youth open play Basketball (17 and under) | Joyner Park CC | 3-5 PM

K-5th Adventures: No Sew Stuffie workshop | Wake Forest Community Library | 3:30 PM

3rd-5th Adventures | Northeast Regional Library | 4:30 PM

Trivia & Music Bingo | Artisan Beer & Cheese | 7-9 PM

Music Bingo | Blackbird Brewery | 7-9 PM

Trivia Night | Gatehouse Tavern | 7:30 PM

Trivia Tuesday | Unwined on White | 7:30-9 PM

Compass Rose Line Dancing | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 3:30–4:30 PM | FREE

Pick up a new hobby or show off your skills!

Compass Rose Cornhole Tournament | Compass Rose Brewery, Wake Forest | 7–10 PM

Preschool Open Play (1-5yo) | Joyner Park CC | 8 AM-4 PM

Toddler Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 9:15 AM

Open Play Basketball (18+) | Joyner Park CC | 12-1:30 PM

Toddler Storytime | Wake Forest Community Library | 9:30 AM

Family Storytime | Northeast Regional Library | 10:15 AM

Family Storytime | Wake Forest Community Library | 11 AM

Baby Story Time | Northeast Regional Library | 11:15 AM

Bot Tales | Northeast Regional Library | 4:30 PM 

THC tasting w/ Advintage Distributing | Blackbird Brewery | 6-8 PM

WF Writer’s Group (17+) | Wake Forest Community Library | 6:30 PM

Music Bingo | Gatehouse Tavern | 7 PM

The Art of Wine: A Tasting Experience | ZincHouse | 7 PM Register

Karaoke Night | Carolina Ale House | 8 PM - 12 AM

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Forecast captured on the Wednesday before this newsletter edition. The weather around here changes fast, so double‑check closer to the day before finalizing plans.

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🏀 March Madness - First Round 🏀 (1) Duke vs (14) Siena | 2:50 PM ET | Greenville, SC

Duke is the #1 overall seed. Cameron Boozer is the ACC Player of the Year. They’ve won 11 straight. This should be comfortable, but it’s March — anything can happen.

🏀 (6) UNC vs (11) VCU | 6:50 PM ET | Greenville, SC

The Tar Heels are in the South Region. VCU always plays tough. Don’t overlook this one.

🏒 Canes @ Toronto Maple Leafs | 7:00 PM

🏒 Canes @ Pittsburgh Penguins | 3:00 PM

🏒 Canes @ Pittsburgh Penguins | 7:00 PM

Live Music | ZincHouse | 6:30-9:30 PM

Center Stage Thursday | Broadsides & Brews | 7-11 PM

Steve & Chris | Blackbird Brewery | 6-9 PM

Ron Ross | The Cardinal | 9 PM - 12 AM

Live and Loaded | Lonerider WF | all day

Live Music | Carolina Ale House | 6-9 PM

Vinyl Set w/ King Akira | Blackbird Brewery | 6-9 PM

Live Music | ZincHouse | 7-10 PM

Live Music | Gatehouse Tavern | 7-10 PM

Live Music | Wakefield Tavern | 7-10 PM

JT Parrothead | Tonic Bar & Social Club | 7:30-10:30 PM

Karaoke with DJ Ava | Broadsides & Brews | 8-11 PM

MD Moncada | Burnt Barrel

The Amazing Lounge Lizards | The Real McCoy’s | 9 PM - 12 AM 

Jam Biscuit |The Cardinal | 9 PM - 12 AM

Just Us | Fortnight Brewing - WF | 6-9 PM

Live Music | ZincHouse | 7-10 PM

Live Music | Wakefield Tavern | 7-10 PM

An Evening with a Different Thread | WF Listening Room | 7:30 PM

Cole Spade | Tonic Bar & Social Club | 7:30-10:30 PM

Elora Dash | Broadsides & Brews | 8-11 PM

454 Rock Band | The Real McCoy’s | 9 PM - 12 AM 

The Band Next Door | The Cardinal | 9 PM - 12 AM 

Live Music | ZincHouse | 2-5 PM

Busker Night | Tonic Bar & Social Club | 6-9 PM

Eric Forbis of the Dueling Piano Lounge | Burnt Barrel

Live Music | ZincHouse | 6:30-9:30 PM

Michael Blakey | Tonic Bar & Social Club | 7:30-9:30 PM

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