The week ahead: Paint & Sip, Macklemore

RALEIGH, N.C. — Take a look at some events to get you to the weekend.

Monday: Amos Lee brings his folk/soul music to the Durham Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $39. 

Create a masterpiece at the Sip & Paint Fundraiser at Artistic Abandon. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Prevent Child Abuse NC.

Tuesday: Popular duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis perform at PNC Arena. Tickets start at $35.

Wednesday: Gravy and The Raleigh Wine Shop are teaming up for an Italian Wine Dinner. The six-course meal includes regionally-inspired dishes from the chef's recent trip to Italy. Tickets are $55 per person.

Also, the Final Fire dining competition begins this evening. Tickets are sold out, but Out & About are the official bloggers for the event, so check back for exclusive coverage.

Thursday: The Holiday Open House at Cameron Village is this evening and features outdoor entertainment, carriage rides, a visit from Santa and of course, shopping.

A different Paint & Sip Wine and Art Party is today at Kidz Celebrate in North Raleigh. Tickets are $30.

Check back on Thursday for our picks for the weekend, and see more of our suggestions for fun each day on our Best Bets calendar.