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This week, on Centennial Campus:
Every weekday: Free Yoga Sessions with @mylovemys
⏰ 12:15 - 1:05 p.m.
📍Partners Building I, Ste. 2580
Tuesday, May 19:
- The Morning Grind Professional Learning Series with Brandon Kashani: How to Navigate Transitions and Business Pivots
⏰ 8:30 - 10 a.m.
📍 Raleigh Founded Centennial
Wednesday, May 20:
- Summer Skills Series: Networking for Success
⏰ 8:45 - 10 a.m.
📍Raleigh Founded Centennial
Thursday, May 21:
- Wolves on the Run Club
⏰ 5:15 p.m.
📍Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
- LIVE at Lake Raleigh: Palmyra
⏰ Gates open 5 p.m., concert begins at 6 p.m.
📍Lake Raleigh
Saturday, May 23:
- Frog Hollow Outdoors Lake Raleigh Outpost opens
⏰ 9 a.m.
📍 Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
Never miss a moment: check out the full lineup of events at the link in our bio or at calendar.ncsu.edu/centennialcampus.
This could be your camera roll this summer. 📸
Artist Notes at The Corner brings you up close to the stories that built the local music scene.
Spend an evening under the lights—complete with food trucks, live music and fun for the whole family. Admission and parking are FREE. No ticket required.
Dates and headliners: 🗓️🎵
- May 29: River Shook
- June 12: Dave Wilson and John Teer of Chatham County Line
- July 10: Larry & Joe
- July 24: To Be Announced!
- August 7: Joseph Terrell of Mipso
Times: ⏰
Doors + food trucks open: 6:30 p.m.
Music begins: 7 p.m.
Location: 📍
The Corner at NC State Centennial Campus: 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh NC 27606.
Presented by That Station and Lincoln Theatre.
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For FAQs and full event details, visit the link in our bio or go.ncsu.edu/artistnotes26
LIVE at Lake Raleigh Weather Update: May 7, 2026
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Due to inclement weather, LIVE at Lake Raleigh (5/7/26) is CANCELED.
We want to prioritize the safety of our staff, musicians and all of our attendees. Thank you for your continued support of LIVE at Lake Raleigh. We look forward to seeing you back on campus for the final concert of the series on May 21! Stay safe and dry today.
Hot off the Press - the Centennial Summer Program Guide is finally here.
Pedals, paddlesports, panels and more - Head to the link in our bio to discover summer on Centennial and find your next favorite event.
go.ncsu.edu/pgs26
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Lake Raleigh Cleanup last week!
We had an incredible team of around 70 volunteers who helped remove 51.1 lbs of waste and 129 lbs of recycling from the trails and waterfront.
Every day can be Earth Day when you`re outside - you can always feel inspired to leave our special green spaces better than how you found them. Picking up trash, respecting flora and fauna and practicing Leave No Trace principles help keep places like Lake Raleigh safe and beautiful for everyone.
The fun isn`t over yet - join us at Raleigh Founded Centennial to close out Earth Month at NC State during the Sustainability Social Hour (4-6 p.m., April 30th). This event is FREE and open to ALL. Refreshments provided.
A Massive thank you to @ncstatesustain and @ncstaterecycles for making events like this possible!
Actionable Ideas 💡
New Connections 🤝
Shared Stories 📖
Free Coffee ☕️
Find it all at The Morning Grind.
⏰ When: May 19th, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
📍 Where: Raleigh Founded Centennial
Whether you`re a seasoned Triangle entrepreneur or curious about building a better business, we welcome learners at any career stage to build your network at The Morning Grind.
This active learning session`s theme is about navigating business pivots and transitions. You`ll hear from guest speaker Brandon Kashani, local leader and Founder & CEO of TRAKID, during a morning of stories and insights on resilience, pivots and relationship-driven growth.
Learn how he navigated abrupt market changes, shifted business models and built a team and relationship-first approach that fueled his success. Come curious, leave inspired.
Find out more and reserve your spot today at go.ncsu.edu/mg26.kashani.
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FAQ`s:
Q: Where is the event located?
A: Raleigh Founded`s Centennial Campus Location is in Partners Building I: 1017 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh NC.
Q: Where do I park?
A: Free parking validation will be available for the Oval West Deck behind 1017 Main Campus Drive.
Q: Do I need tickets for the event?
A: This is a free event, but you can RSVP via MorningGrindSeries.com.
📷 by Adam Jennings
This week on Centennial:
Monday, April 27:
- Take a Beat: Mindful DJ Set at The Corner
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍The Corner
Tuesday, April 29
- Centennial SoundBites: Live Music at Lunch
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍Venture Courtyard
Thursday, April 30
- A Series of Questions: Free Team Trivia Hosted with The Libraries
⏰ 12:15 - 12:45 p.m.
📍321 Coffee, Main Campus Drive
- Sustainability Social Hour
⏰ 4 - 6 p.m.
📍Raleigh Founded Centennial
Wolves on the Run Club
⏰ 5:15 p.m.
📍Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
Be sure to check the University Event Calendar for more programs coming to campus: calendar.ncsu.edu/centennialcampus
Your week on Centennial at a glance:
Weekdays, Monday through Friday:
Free Yoga Sessions
⏰ 12:15 - 1:05 p.m.
📍Partners Bldg I, Suite 2580
Monday, April 20:
- Research Up Close: Constructed Facilities Lab Tour
⏰ 11 a.m. - noon
📍Constructed Facilities Lab
Tuesday, April 21
- Solving Sustainability Live Podcast: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Sustainability?
⏰ 6 - 7 p.m.
📍Raleigh Founded Centennial
Wednesday, April 22
- Mobile Barber Truck
⏰ 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
📍Venture Center Courtyard
- Centennial SoundBites: Live Music at Lunch
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍Venture Center Courtyard
- Centennial Visioneers: Toastmasters
⏰ Noon - 1 p.m.
📍321 Coffee, Main Campus Drive
Thursday, April 23
- Crafting Recess: Pony Bead Keychains
⏰ 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
📍Hunt Library
- Wolves on the Run Club
⏰ 5:15 p.m.
📍Lake Raleigh Fishing Pier
- LIVE at Lake Raleigh: Kiara Ba
⏰ Gates at 5 p.m.
📍Lake Raleigh
Friday, April 24
- Earth Month Clean-Up at Lake Raleigh
⏰ 10 a.m. - noon
📍Lake Raleigh; Park Alumni Center
Catch more events on the University event calendar: calendar.ncsu.edu/centennialcampus
Constructed Facility Lab Photography by Adam Jennings, NC State College of Engineering
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