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19 Triangle events to check out this week

Art in Bloom opens at the NCMA this week. We also found Harry Potter trivia, a Bond Brothers beer dinner and more.

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Jessica Patrick
, WRAL.com editor
RALEIGH, N.C. — Art in Bloom opens at the NCMA this week. We also found Harry Potter trivia, a Bond Brothers beer dinner and more.

Monday

Bingo at Raleigh Brewing - Games start at 6 p.m. every Monday.
Flash Chorus - Sing The Clash and Ra Ra Riot at Motorco Music Hall tonight.
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Matt Kearney: Crazy Talk Tour - The #1 iTunes artist is well-known for this third album, Young Love. See him at The Ritz in Raleigh at 8 p.m.

Tuesday

Transparent Water - Transparent Water is an exquisitely beautiful new collaboration between seven-time Grammy-nominated pianist, composer and bandleader Omar Sosa from Cuba, and award-winning Senegalese kora master and singer Seckou Keita. See the pair at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro at 8 p.m.
Whole Foods at 5055 Arco St. in Cary will house La Farm Bakery
Baking Class: Croissants - Learn how to make croissants at La Farm Bakery in Cary. The course fee is $85.
Harry Potter Movie Trivia - Pizza La Stella will host a Harry Potter Trivia Night from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. There will be five rounds. Register for your team online.
Bond Brothers Beer Dinner - This taco and beer dinner at Totopos in Cary features four amazing courses. Registration is recommended.

Wednesday

Spring Fashion Show - At 7 p.m., join two downtown Raleigh businesses -- Voda Boutique and House of Landor -- for a spring fashion show highlighting modern and vintage pieces. There will also be craft cocktails from Social House Vodka.
Emily Wallace poses in this photo by Glenn Dion
Trivia Night - Sir Walter Coffee hosts a trivia night at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner and Painting Night - Enjoy a meal from Backyard Bistro (near PNC Arena) while you paint your own North Carolina-shaped wooden sign. Fee is $40.
Have some extra wine bottles and cheese or other snacks sitting around? Open a few, invite adult neighbors over to your house and taste different wines while talking about the flavors in each.
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting - Explore the varieties of Pinot Noir in the Fireplace Lounge. Tickets are $40.

Thursday

Art in Bloom - The North Carolina Museum of Art turns its galleries into a greenhouse March 22–25 during this annual fundraiser that's packed with floral workshops, lectures, trunk shows, food and a floral tattoo party.
Trashion Competition - Winners from a competition that tasked participants with creating an outfit using at least 75 percent of recycled, reused materials will model their wardrobes tonight at 214 Martin Street in downtown Raleigh.
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Modern Succulent Terrarium Workshop - As part of Art in Bloom, Megan George of the Zen Succulent will show attendees how to create a terrarium. She covers plant selection, building techniques, choosing a container, and tips for maintenance and display. All materials are included in the $65 course fee.
Chef's Feast at Fearrington Village - The beautiful Fearrington Village in Pittsboro will host a cocktail hour beginning at 5 p.m. Then, four renowned chefs will prepare and serve favorite recipes through four courses in an intimate environment

Friday

Henna Night - Kababish Cafe, an Indian restaurant in downtown Cary, will be giving out free Henna tattoos to interested dinner guests starting at 5:30 p.m.
This floral design captures the drama of its inspiration art
Flower Meditation - Take a walk through nature while sitting still amid the flowers in this mindful guided meditation. This event is part of Art in Bloom.
A Night to Remember - This cocktail party and silent auction at Marbles Kids Museum serves as a fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association of Eastern North Carolina. Tax-deductible ticket prices include an open bar, tasting tables with food provided by local restaurants, live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction.
Anthony Jeseknik - The stand-up comedian from Pittsburgh will perform at the Carolina Theatre of Durham at 8 p.m.
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