Homehttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/en-US2010-03-11T00:29:41ZSquarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)Now, One More Way to ‘Buy Local’ in Downtown Raleighhttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/3/8/now-one-more-way-to-buy-local-in-downtown-raleigh.htmlJim Belt2010-03-08T21:06:15ZGlenwood South Shopping / Retail ServicesSt. Saviour’s Center, a community outreach ministry in Glenwood South, asked me (as a volunteer) to help them strengthen their connections with the surrounding community, I immediately thought of Britt Farms and their fresh produce delivery service. What better way to bring people together than through food, which nourishes bodies and relationships? ]]>Faces of Downtown Raleigh: Meet Kalesia Kuenzelhttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/3/3/faces-of-downtown-raleigh-meet-kalesia-kuenzel.htmlJim Belt2010-03-03T16:29:12ZArt/Music/Entertainment Warehouse DistrictWhat’s situated between the Joel Lane House and Bloomsbury Estates, nearly a hundred years old, yet new this month?  It’s ARTHOUSE, the first of many creative projects housed in architects, Chris and Nasim Kuenzel’s newly renovated 1920’s  home, they call  “Post Suburbia Project”.  Curious?  So were my wife and I as Kalesia Kuenzel, the daughter of Chris and Nasim and director of ARTHOUSE, greeted us this week.

 

]]>Faces of Raleigh: Hector Ibarra, Owner of Jibarra Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Lounge in Raleigh’s Warehouse Districthttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/2/24/faces-of-raleigh-hector-ibarra-owner-of-jibarra-mexican-rest.htmlJulie Johnson Babb2010-02-24T16:57:45ZFood & Drink Warehouse District.  Watch for our Faces of Raleigh blog posts to share a glimpse of whom we’re meeting.  We appreciate the following interview provided by our DLA members, Ryan Craig and Julie Johnson Babb.  Ryan and Julie recently interviewed Hector Ibarra of Jibarra Modern Mexican and Tequila Lounge.]]>FACES OF DOWNTOWN RALEIGH - Megg Rader of the Mahler and Collectors Gallerieshttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/2/19/faces-of-downtown-raleigh-megg-rader-of-the-mahler-and-colle.htmlJim Belt2010-02-19T11:53:38ZArt/Music/Entertainment Fayetteville StreetUPS store behind the Hudson, to her pleasure in the well-attended reception the Mahler Gallery had hosted for the local lawyer, Wade Smith, whose artwork is currently displayed in the windows of the N.C. State Bar Building (228 Fayetteville St.).  Through her eyes, we were quickly able to see the networking, support and vision that have made Megg and her business partner, Rory Parnell long time Downtown enthusiasts. ]]>What do you get when you mix national and international talent with wine??? Mosaic’s Spring Music Festhttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/2/15/what-do-you-get-when-you-mix-national-and-international-tale.htmlJim Belt2010-02-15T13:23:20ZArt/Music/Entertainment Food & Drink Glenwood SouthMosaic Wine Lounge offers a sexy, sophisticated and romantic atmosphere with their Moroccan inspired décor with numerous couches, hanging lamps and candles.  The owner reports the clientele to be 75% professional women, with the crowd generally over 25 years of age.

Established in 2006 in Raleigh’s Glenwood South entertainment district (517 W. Jones Street), Mosaic attracts an array of national and international DJ talent, with live Salsa and Samba Bands after 10:00pm.  You will not find any Televisions or Hip Hop music in this joint.

]]>Downsizing: For Many, an Obstacle to Living Downtownhttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/2/2/downsizing-for-many-an-obstacle-to-living-downtown.htmlJim Belt2010-02-02T17:30:06ZCul de Sacs vs Street Corners: What Is Your Neighborhood’s “Walk Score”?http://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/1/26/cul-de-sacs-vs-street-corners-what-is-your-neighborhoods-wal.htmlJim Belt2010-01-26T11:54:57ZCity Government Transportation / ParkingDo you know there is a “walk score” that has been developed to find out if you live in a walkable neighborhood?  It calculates the pedestrian friendliness of your address by locating nearby stores, restaurants and parks.  A recent article in the New York Times cites that “walkability” is becoming an increasingly important factor in selecting a home.  The ability to walk places without having to get into a car is listed as one of the most important reasons people choose to live Downtown.]]>Downtown Raleigh: Friendly for Kids AND Your Wallet!http://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/1/18/downtown-raleigh-friendly-for-kids-and-your-wallet.htmlTracy Barnes2010-01-18T20:31:32ZArt/Music/Entertainment Fayetteville Street Moore’s SquareThe Bus Stops Here! R-Line Answers Downtown Raleigh’s Transportation Needshttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/1/5/the-bus-stops-here-r-line-answers-downtown-raleighs-transpor.htmlJim Belt2010-01-05T12:04:03ZCity Government Transportation / ParkingThe free Eco-friendly (hybrid electric) R-Line bus service started in February 2009, as a way to help to connect employees, residents and visitors to retail, restaurants and entertainment venues in different parts of the Downtown loop.  ]]>The DLA - A Look Back At Our First Yearhttp://www.raleighdla.com/home/2010/1/1/the-dla-a-look-back-at-our-first-year.htmlJim Belt2010-01-01T12:33:15ZCity Government