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WALTER warmly welcomes everyone, whether they are locals or newcomers, with a blend of Southern charm, humor, energy, and elegance. As a vibrant reflection of the lively community we cherish, WALTER embodies the spirit of celebration and the heart of the city. The content in WALTER, ranging from detailed profiles to lively event photos, is designed to both entertain and surprise. It shines a light on the remarkable individuals who contribute to making this one of the best places in the country to live, work, and enjoy life. We celebrate our leaders, creators, athletes, entrepreneurs, and entertainers. WALTER offers a wide range of coverage to cater to our readers, who are educated, affluent, and culturally aware. Their interests are as varied as they are sophisticated, and WALTER communicates in a way that resonates with them.

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June Poem: a red blues for alma

2 days ago | waltermagazine.com | Ayn-Monique Klahre

In this poem, author Alexis Pauline Gumbs imagines what artist Alma Thomas was thinking as she created one of her iconic works. by Alexis Pauline Gumbs | After “Nature’s Red impressions” by Alma Thomas (1968)Alexis Pauline Gumbs is a queer Black feminist writer and scholar based in Durham. Gumbs has been honored with a Windham-Campbell Prize in Poetry among other awards and most recently wrote Survival is a Promise: The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde.
5 Questions with Jennifer Dasal

2 days ago | waltermagazine.com | Ayn-Monique Klahre

The podcaster behind ArtCurious and author of The Club on how she got into the fascinating world of art historyAs told to Ayn-Monique KlahreThis July, WALTER will be hosting art curator, podcaster and writer Jennifer Dasal for “An Evening in Paris,” an immersive Book Club event that feels more soiree than study hall (think: French makeovers and live portrait sessions!). The reason?
The Markey: Grand Opening Celebration

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

The team behind Kidzu Children’s Museum has a new name — and a new home. The organization unveiled its new name, the North Carolina Children’s Museum, at the grand opening celebration of its new maker space at Boxyard RTP on Apr. 11. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, guests unleashed their inner makers and built confidence in STEAM through hands-on activities, including 3D printing, robotics and more. This article originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of WALTER magazine.
The Whirl: Sights & Sounds @ NCMA

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

On Apr. 27, Chamber Music Raleigh presented 8-time Grammy-winning trumpeter and 2-time Oscar-winning composer Terence Blanchard for two sold out concerts at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Mary J.C. Cresimore, Terence Blanchard, Stephen Reynolds, Susan OsborneThis article originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of WALTER magazine.
The Freddie Lee Heath Auditorium Dedication

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

The Wake County School Board of Education voted to name the auditorium at Enloe Magnet High School for Freddie Lee Heath, a longtime public school arts educator. On Apr. 4, a celebration and unveiling was held at Enloe. It was a delightful evening of dance and vocal performances, as well as guest speakers including emcee Amber Rupinta.
The Whirl: Mission Triangle's Shark Tank

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

On Mar. 26 Mission Triangle hosted its annual event highlighting and celebrating what God is doing in the Triangle Christian Community by connecting nonprofits with audiences that can meet those needs. This year’s featured nonprofits were Academy31, CORRAL Riding Academy and Safe Families for Children. That night, the community showed up and raised $110,000 and activated over 187 volunteer opportunities to support their good work.
The Whirl: Black & White Ball

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

The Black & White Ball, hosted by The Reese Ward Foundation on Mar. 31, was a night of purpose, elegance and heartfelt community. Held in honor of the late Reese Ward, the event brought together over 300 guests to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Melanoma Research Foundation. The evening raised an incredible $311,000 to support the fight against cancer. This article originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of WALTER magazine.
The Whirl: First Year Writing Showcase

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

The First-Year Writing Showcase was an inaugural event for North Carolina State University. This event welcomed faculty, students and community supporters to celebrate the research and writing of NC State’s first-year writing students. Students presented on a range research topics from various disciplines at the Innovation Studio at Hill Library, highlighting the interdisciplinary approach of the writing program. This article originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of WALTER magazine.
The Whirl: NC Aquarium Campaign Launch Celebration

1 week ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

On Apr. 11, the board of the North Carolina Aquarium Society hosted a party at the Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center at North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus to launch their fundraising campaign for the renovation of the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Supporters who share a passion for education and conservation gathered for cocktails and conversation as they honored the generosity of early investors and previewed the renovation plans.
The Decoder: Artist and Educator Steven Cozart

2 weeks ago | waltermagazine.com | Addie Ladner

Known for his narrative portraits, Cozart explores the importance of context and symbols in his latest body of work. by Colony Little | photography by Joshua SteadmanThe idea that a small object can hold an abundance of information is woven into artist and educator Steven Cozart’s work. And an unlikely bit of pop-culture lore inspired Codecs/Context, the title of his recent solo show at Anchorlight Gallery.