SPECIAL EVENT: MUSIC & MUSINGS WITH BILL LESLIE

The Raleigh City Museum is pleased to announce a very special event with WRAL’s Bill Leslie titled, Music and Musings with Bill Leslie.  Join us Thursday, March 11, from 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. for an evening of storytelling, music, and local BBQ.  Bill Leslie shares stories from his career and from his book Blue Ridge Reunion, which features tales from his childhood and his father’s watercolors.  Using guitar, Celtic whistle, and his affinity for the spoken word, Leslie provides nostalgic and lighthearted insights into the state we call home.  Before the presentation, enjoy a tasty southern dinner of BBQ and other local cuisine.  Tickets are $20 for members and $25 for non-members.  Seating is limited; please call (919)832-3775 to RSVP by March 5, 2010!

Bill Leslie is an Emmy Award winning journalist and internationally acclaimed musician, composer, and storyteller. He is a trusted news source at WRAL-TV and recently authored a book titled Blue Ridge Reunion.  Blue Ridge Reunion and the accompanying CD are featured in our museum store and Bill will hold an autograph signing after his presentation.

For further information regarding the event, contact Jenny Litzelman at 919.832.3775.