Raleigh's Rush Hour Karting Best Family Fun, Summer Camps, Team Building and more

Love working with Rush Hour Karting Raleigh's best family fun, summer camps, team building and more! It is that time of year, Summer Camps, Corporate event and Birthday parties! and Team Building. Rush Hour Karting has the option for you, your family or team!

Here's a look at all of the family fun we experienced. Teens love Rush Hour Karting! 

Safety first at Rush Hour! They have all sizes of helmets to get you suited up and protected for your fun experience. 

Ready, set, #TerrellTribe Win it! 

The family that races together gets super competitive together! LOL Here we go!  This is the layout of Rush Hour. Plenty of space to officially get in the race. They have a lot of staff on hand to flag you onto and off of the track.

We love karting together. We get pretty competitive so everyone is powering up for a great race! 

Let's go! Can you see the big smiles on their faces! :) 

Our twin sons love racing! They lasted a lot longer than their parents! :)

While the boys enjoyed extra races we loved just chilling. There is a great area to 

relax and watch the races right off of the restaurant. 

It was all thumbs up after their face! 

Then, we had worked up an appetite and Rush Hour Karting has you in mind with a great kitchen of homemade items! Oh my goodness, we love their food. Here are the incredible Nachos! Boulder Mt. Man and I LOVE these. They pretty much have everything.

Check out the Corporate Lunch buffet! Any company would be happy with this fun activity, 

team building and then this spread of delicious foods. Starting with Buffalo Wings / Nuggets.

All the chicken wings. 

A little southern fried pickles and jalapenos!

Balanced with a great vegetable tray. Great vegetable options! 

We're ready for lunch in the Cafe off of the race track. 

They introduced us to their Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers! Life changed for us! 

These were delicious and all that gluten free, keto, paleo, too! :) 

Grilled chicken salads for our table! 

This was a shell free Taco Salad! I try to be 'good!' LOL I really didn't miss the 

taco shell since the chicken and the salad was amazing along! Pico de gallo and sour cream were dynamite! 

All American AMAZING (said our teen!) Cheeseburgers and great handcut fries.

Bacon Burger was delicious as well - another teen approved and loved burger option! 

Here's one happy family on the way home from an American great adventure 

at Rush Hour Karting! Have you been! Check it out! 

Rush Hour Karting hosts Summer Camps, Corporate event and Birthday parties! Connect with the Owner, Adam here. Remember to stay for a delicious meal, too!

We hope to see you on the track soon!  Thank you Rush Hour!

Warmly, Carolina Mama

FTC Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Rush Hour Karting! All opinions are our own! We love it there! *One more happy face! :) 

Haley and the Hound, Tie Neck Women's Dresses

Happy 4th of July!  

from Haley and the Hound 

and Carolina Mama.   

To get you in the 4th of July mood, I'm sharing some awesome Summertime wear! You are going to love these Haley and the Hound Dresses.  Introducing the Coral Lattice Dress and the Floral Multi Color Tie Neck Dress in wonderful moisture wicking fabric that is wrinkle free! 

Just in time for all of your July 4th shopping needs, Haley and the Hound is offering a FREE T-shirt, look how cute! with any $50 purchase. And shipping is always free over $50 so get your shopping on!

Here is how I styled my Floral Multi Color Tie Neck Dress for a day of running errands after picking up my boys from swimming. It was a perfect compliment to my fedora. 

The rains came and I was not worried because the polyester and spandex blend is so comfortable, cool and it dries rapidly.  That is what makes the Haley and the Hound dresses ideal for all of you outdoor activities. 

If you LOVE Maxi Dresses like I do, Haley and the Hound has just what your are looking for in the same fashionable fabrics for Maxi Dresses. Again, the wrinkle free look is ideal for a Maxi, too so the fabric flows.

All the best and remember that Haley and the Hound is for Living the Good Life!

Warmly, Carolina Mama

FTC Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Haley and the Hound. All opinions are my own. 

Jarrett Bay Clothing, a Beaufort North Carolina Treasure

Jarrett Bay Clothing Company is a Beaufort, North Carolina treasure. Jarrett Bay is nautical, whimsical and sport wear for all your activities! Here our boys are enjoying their Jarrett Bay Long-Sleeve Tee Shirts while fishing toward the end of this Summer.

They love how soft and comfortable the tee shirts are. Their construction is such high quality and style. Soon, you can purchase Jarrett Bay Clothing at North Hills Shopping Mall, this outdoor shopping area is located in midtown Raleigh, NC. 

We are modeling all of the Jarrett Bay Clothing options. My husband has on the soft and vibrant Men's Polo in green. I love the soft everyday tee shirt for Ladies. Again, the boys are wearing  their long sleeve cotton teens to go fishing.

Here is a close up of my handsomeness and his Jarrett Bay Polo. LOVE their logo. This looks so dressy and sharp and yet it is comfortable enough for lunch out or fishing. We both love the beautiful kelly green. 

This is a closer look at the fun logos of Jarrett Bay Clothing Co. which was established in 1986.  The Swordfish are so beautiful. 

A little more about Jarrett Bay Clothing Company: "Heritage, passion and craftsmanship earned us the distinction as the most revered custom sport fishing boat builder in the world. We're bringing the same mastery to our clothing. No cutting corners. No compromises. That's the Jarrett Bay way. We launched our first t-shirt designs in 1986, the same year we launched our first boat. Even then, we had the vision of stylish performance that would transform into what is today Jarrett Bay Clothing Co."

Jarrett Bay Clothing Company makes North Carolina proud.  This company is from the quaint town of Beaufort, North Carolina. 

Jarrett Bay Clothing Company is perfect for all of your nautical and water sport needs. Frankly, it is wonderful for every day. We love these sporty and comfortable tee shirts any time.

Warmly,  Carolina Mama

FTC Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Jarrett Bay. All opinions are our own. 

The Graylyn Estate and International Conference Center Open for Community Events and Personal Stays

The Graylyn Estate and International Conference Center is in beautiful Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Graylyn is an expansive 55-acre private estate. The natural beauty and privacy are breathtaking. The Estate facility is sophisticated and modern. The history of the Graylyn is rich in culture, community and care. The Graylyn Welcomes the Public to visit, take a tour or host your own Wedding or special event at the Graylyn.  Now, the Graylyn offers a private estate for personal use.  Now, this non-profit, formerly private-home is open for public events and visits. Before scheduling yours, check out our family stay at the Graylyn here.

The Graylyn Estate and International Conference Center, Winston-Salem, NC 

 "The Graylyn is a unique blend of old world charm, innovative technology, and a personal touch, Graylyn promises to create a memorable experience."

This historic residence with 46,000 square feet and 60 unique rooms makes it one of the largest private homes in North Carolina. You feel like you are touring a Castle in Europe and yet you are minutes from downtown Winston-Salem, NC and the beautiful Wake Forest University Campus.  In 1972, The Graylyn Estate was donated to Wake Forest University. It was then a Wake Forest University Conference Center and Private Club for Alumni and Family. Today, it is owned and operated as a non-profit by Wake Forest with the mission of supporting the University by providing Student Scholarships.

CarolinaMama and Family at The Graylyn Estate 

Once a private club for Wake Forest University Alumni and Families, the Graylyn is now open for families, business conferences, Weddings. The Graylyn would be a fabulous Destination Wedding!
All your needs can be met here. There are 15 conference rooms making the Graylyn Estate International Conference Center one of the finest conference centers in America. I agree! I was blessed to attend the Krispy Kreme Blogger Summit at the Graylyn in 2013. It is truly a remarkable conference center and just as remarkable for Families to get away and enjoy all of the peace, quiet and amenities.

Everything about the Graylyn is immaculate. The Butlers are always available to help you and welcome and greet you. 

Our son is enjoying the Graylyn royal treatment. 

The Graylyn is truly known for customer satisfaction and exceeding expectations. The Estate itself is enchanting. The service impeccable. The staff and butlers make you feel welcome and completely comfortable and at home. Our boys LOVED the Graylyn and felt like it was "luxurious and had the commodities of every day life."
Graylyn Dining is an exquisite experience. Chef Gregory is devoted to using North Carolina's local products. You may even see him at your local farmers market or grocery store. He has his own Chef’s garden on the Graylyn’s Estate, which is part of their sustainability program. 

"Pairing the perfect venue with impeccable service all within budget. Be sure to view details of our seasonal promotional offers."

As soon as you drive onto the property, you feel the peace and quiet of this serene place. 

Oak trees always make for a placid experience. 

Chess is always a great decision in our family! Our boys immediately started a chess game up on your arrival! 

The Graylyn Dining was exquisite. We love the Southern charm and hospitality. 

Here is another beautiful view of Graylyn Dining at breakfast. There are so many beautiful views and choices indoors and outdoors.

Here is the lobby where breakfast was served and there was a private Piano Concert the 

Sunday we arrived. 

We truly felt like we were visiting a European Castle with the history and elegance 

and my Knight in Shining Armor! :) 

More chess with the house Lemonade. And afternoon Cookies. The atmosphere is comfortable and engaging all the time. 

We had a wonderful time at the Swimming Pool complete with Life Guards and Snacks. 

A great Diving Board was our favorite. 

And it was a short van shuttle over or Golf Cart Ride over which our boys loved. 

The Mews is a very special part of the Graylyn. It resembles a Normandy Quadrangle. Again, the beautiful stone matches the Graylyn Castle. These French Cottage inspired views are gorgeous! And serene. We felt like it was our own village. 

Here is another beautiful view of the courtyard at the Mews. 

The suite was wonderful. We had a suite of two adjoining rooms. Perfection for families with teenagers. 

The Bathrooms were luxurious with tile showers, antique tubs with all of the 

best toiletries and marble counters. 

Our boys loved their spacious room with queen beds and separate full bath. 

The flat screen televisions and the ample business desks were very comfortable. 

Again, the bathrooms were so comfortable and designer ready. 

Here we are ready for a fabulous Graylyn Dining Family Dinner. 

No cooking for me. :) And the choices were amazing here. 

 Our evening of Graylyn Dining started like this and continued just as elegantly. 

We loved the opportunity for a lovely evening out with our children. My New Orleans heritage truly appreciated this. 

Beautiful Capres Salad at Graylyn Dining. 

My husband was so thrilled to order the Roasted Duck. It was tender and had a unique sauce

that had a sweet, savory flavor.  The Asparagus and Mashed Potatoes were perfect accompaniment. 

The Decadant Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Drizzle was a family favorite! 

After dinner we were all jolly! Our boys having fun in the Library after dinner. :) 

Breakfast al fresco was wonderful. 

From the breakfast table to the Volleyball court! My guys had so much fun! 

Boulder Mt. Man and I had a little round of Croquet!  Brings back the old times for me. 

Our parents had Croquet in our backyard for us. :) 

Our son enjoyed the Grand Piano in the Library of the Graylyn. It sounded wonderful. 

Here you see the lovely property. It was so beautiful thoughout the grounds. 

Every walkway and area has a special look and feel. 

The pool was a favorite with Life Guards and Snacks. 

The boys and Dad loved the Diving Board. So fun! 

Here we are before dinner as we left The Mews. We truly were on Holiday.

We captured the moment, one more time, from the Grand Entrance to the Graylyn. Whether you are planing a Family Wedding, a destination Wedding, Conference or Family Getaway, Graylyn has something for you.

CarolinaMama and Family Graylyn Estate Winston-Salem, NC 

Here Is What You Need To Know To Plan Your Getaway for Personal or Business: 

Historic Garden Getaway Package

Downton Abbey Inspired Weekend Package

Enhancements like Carolina Pig Pickin', White Water Rafting and Cookouts are available here. 

FTC Disclosure: This post is sponsored by The Graylyn Estate. All opinions are my own. 

For all of you Downton Abbey Fans, there are multiple packages for fun, rest and recreation as well:  

Experience Winston-Salem’s historic treasures in this package featuring accommodations at the historic Graylyn Estate and visits to Old Salem Museums & Gardens, Reynolda Gardens, and Reynolda House Museum of American Art. At Reynolda, enjoy the gardens in person and in paintings as you explore the Museum's blockbuster exhibition The Artist's Garden: American Impressionism and the Garden Movement, 1887-1920. This package is available October 3, 2015 - January 3, 2016

Downton Abbey, the Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning drama that has become an international hit, will return to MASTERPIECE on PBS for a sixth season. Graylyn, in partnership with UNC-TV, is excited to offer Downton fans a very special Downton Abbey inspired weekend package. This package is available November 6-8, 2015. Space is extremely limited.

Check out the Business packages to grown our team and company!

Meeting Packages can be found here.

Team Building Packages are well known at the Graylyn plan yours here. 

Visit the Graylyn and check out the Best the Triad has to offer and you will be overcome with a sense of wonder and respite from the daily hustle of life outside the Graylyn.

Warmly, Carolina Mama

FTC Disclosure: This post is sponsored by The Graylyn Estate and International Conference Center. All opinions are my own.