The Scout Guide Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill, Volume 14 by THE SCOUT GUIDE

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Thank you for your support of The Scout Guide. Local businesses are the heart and soul of our ever-growing community! Please reach out if you would like to be a part of our story of LOCAL; we would love to have you in our Scout community!

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Hays Johnson Owner • Designer

Two generations with a shared love for real estate, each serving buyers and sellers across North Carolina with a relationship-driven approach and strong local knowledge. Thinking about buying or selling? Give us a call—we’d love to help you make your next move! 200 Mangrove Drive | Emerald Isle, NC 28594 252.515.4831 | carolynb@bluewaternc.com | @carolynblackmonrealtor 919.604.7332 | meredithb@bluewaternc.com | @meredithsellsraleigh

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Monika Murphy, Customer Care Specialist | Jenalyn Mangosing, Design Manager | Graziella Marengi, Owner Ariel Chenworth, Marketing Manager | Amber Adcock, Pre-Production Manager

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KIM CALAWAY, OPERATIONS MANAGER

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OCTOBER 7-9, 2026

Design Matters is a celebration of design, art, and lifestyle that brings together creatives and the community to share inspiration, build connection, and give back through the power of design.

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Visit our website for more information about tickets to exclusive events and sponsorship opportunities!

All events take place at: Carolina Country Club . Raleigh, NC Proceeds benefit: The Fitch Family Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program at UNC Children’s Hospital

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RALEIGH’S GO -TO FOR SMOOTHIES + AÇAÍ BOWLS Feel-good food that actually tastes great. Thoughtfully sourced ingredients, signature Blender Bomb add-ins, and a space that feels as good as it tastes. 2409 Crabtree Boulevard | Suite 117 Raleigh, NC 27604 | @thebombbar_raleigh

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Find Your Durham Masterpiece Art and real estate both require an eye for curation. Roy delivers a tailored, boutique experience. Sellers benefit from Compass Concierge, advancing costs for home improvements, moving, and staging. Buyers gain access to Compass Private Exclusives.

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Heather Slott Owner

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