Raleigh is the state capital of North Carolina and is also known as the “City of Oaks” for its many oak trees that line its streets.

Today, Raleigh is one of the fastest growing cities in the US. According to a September 2016 Forbes article, Raleigh is the second best urban-living city at a price people can afford; it is the second easiest city in which to find a job; it is number two in America’s hottest spots for Tech jobs with plenty of opportunities for programmers and engineers away from Silicon Valley, California; it is number three in America’s 20 best cities for young professionals; last year U-Haul reported that North Carolina is the number one state for growth; Raleigh is one of the seventh hottest start-up regions; it is number five on the list of America’s next boom towns; and, North Carolina is number five among the top US moving destinations.

And, fortunately for Mike and Miss Poppy, Raleigh is one of the top 10 cities for beer lovers with some 21 craft breweries. Here they are trying a couple of them today!

Mike and Miss Poppy at Clouds Brewing, Raleigh, NC. The staff were so sweet to Miss P. bringing her a bowl of water and offering her treats.

 

Mike and Miss Poppy at the Big Boss Brewing Company, Raleigh, NC. No problem with Miss Poppy coming inside on a hot afternoon! She made lots of new friends and thinks she would like to work as a greeter!