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Raleigh parks professionals share their favorite places ahead of Park and Recreation Day

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Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin, City of Raleigh | City of Raleigh - Government

Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin, City of Raleigh | City of Raleigh - Government

Park and Recreation Professionals Day is Friday, July 19

Jul 18, 2024

“Where You Belong”

This year we asked our Raleigh Parks Professionals to show and tell where they belong!

"I belong with books at every corner of the earth. You can find me surrounded by books at Barwell Road, and making sure the books are fully stacked in the shelves and the children are reading. I love to read with them." - Vickie

"I belong in planning the future of Raleigh Parks!" - Lauryn

"I belong in the Outdoors, working with staff to create the best programs, services, and facilities for the community to enjoy." - Seth Y

"I belong on a boat (kayak)!" - Kayaking Kaylah

"I belong coaching my son's basketball team!" - Jimmie

"I belong on a playground with my kiddo." - Cara

"I belong in my Tai Chi class at the Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults." - Brian

"I belong swimming at the City of Raleigh pools!" - Richard

"I belong on the Raleigh Parks greenways running, chatting with my friends and listening to great music." - Giavonia

"I belong with people who are creative like me!" - Allie

"I belong in places where people and nature thrive!" - Neal

"Shelley Lake. Hanging out on the dock, biking along the Greenway." - Adam

"I belong in the Raleigh pools teaching kids to swim!" - Lada

"Barwell Rd where it is my pleasure to serve my community." - Recreation Leader

"I belong underwater in Raleigh pools!" - Raleigh Dive Team

"I belong at Barwell Road Community Center serving residents, guests, and coworkers in a great facility, providing recreation programs, a community garden, and summer camp options." – Colleen

“I belong in a great fitness class with friends!” – Brian

“I belong in a City tree. I enjoy the challenge of climbing. Caring for the City forest is satisfying.” – William

“I belong in the water teaching kiddos to swim!” – Liz

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