Tails at Twilight 
        Animal Protection Society of Durham's Well-Groomed Event 
        Saturday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m. 
        Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, Durham
      apsofdurham.org/tails-at-twilight
This evening of spirited fun and generous giving includes a hosted bar reception, three-course dinner complimented by wine and beer, silent and live auctions, and dancing to a live band. The golden raffle ticket provides a chance to win your choice of extravagant travel experiences from California to the Caribbean.
Jingle Bell Run
        Arthritis Foundation
        Sat., Dec. 1, at 9 a.m.
        St. Mary's School, Raleigh
  arthritis.org/north-carolina
'Tis the season to live it up and be jolly! Don your favorite holiday costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Frolic while racing to raise money and awareness to cure America's No. 1 cause of disability. All registration fees and fundraising efforts go to this great cause.
First Night Raleigh
        Presented by Artsplosure
        Monday, Dec. 31, from 2 p.m.-midnight
        Downtown Raleigh
  firstnightraleigh.com
More than a countdown to midnight and the famous acorn drop, First Night Raleigh is a celebration of art, music, comedy, theater and crafts. During this joyful, family-oriented New Year's Eve festival, performances go on all day and night at indoor and outdoor venues on 20 blocks. Carolina Woman is particularly excited to sponsor Shana Tucker's ChamberSoul.
