The City of Raleigh is preparing to unveil its new community engagement vehicle and is seeking public input on the artistic design. Four local artists, Raman Bhardwaj, Sarahlaine Calva, Max Dowdle, and Sloane Siobhan, have submitted designs for consideration.
A new traffic signal and crosswalk have been installed at the intersection of Millbrook Road and Town and Country Road, aiming to enhance safety for both drivers and pedestrians. This initiative is expected to improve access to nearby destinations by car and on foot.
The Raleigh Planning Academy is inviting residents to participate in its upcoming sessions, designed for those who are passionate about their community. Whether you have been involved in your neighborhood for years or are a new resident, the academy aims to provide a deeper understanding of the role planning plays in building communities and educate participants on how and when they can be involved in planning processes.
City of Raleigh staff from multiple departments are inviting the public to a community information session on plans to relocate Red Hat Amphitheater. The event will take place in the lobby of Memorial Auditorium at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9.
The HRM (Historic Resources and Museums) Advisory Board, in collaboration with the Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board, is organizing walking tours of Raleigh’s City Cemetery. These tours are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26, and will take place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and again from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The tours are open to high school students and older individuals, free of charge.
The Raleigh Parks Active Adult Program, in collaboration with the Japan America Society of North Carolina, is organizing a week-long series of Japanese cultural outreach programs. The events will be held from Monday, September 16 to Wednesday, September 18 at various locations.
Raleigh police reported a total of 1,184 incidents during the week ending Aug. 31, according to the latest data from the Raleigh Police Department Open Data.
On August 17, the City of Raleigh hosted the Affordable Housing Summit, a significant event aimed at addressing housing affordability challenges. The summit saw participation from hundreds of community members, city leaders, and experts who gathered to discuss this critical issue and explore potential solutions.
Welcome the fall season by creating a nature journal and taking a stroll through Fred Fletcher Park. Participants will learn about nature and the beautiful gardens at Fletcher Park while decorating a nature journal to use throughout their visit. Each participant will receive a free nature journal to take home and use again. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic supplies to enjoy lunch in the park after the program.
The city is experiencing significant heat-related issues today, affecting various services and prompting the need for cooling centers. Residents seeking relief from the high temperatures can find designated cooling centers throughout the city.
Join us for an all-skills, no-drop youth trail ride. Please register in advance, but drop-ins are welcome. Helmets and closed-toed shoes are required. Parents are optional. Meet under the sawtooth oak near the turning circle. The ride is canceled if the trails are closed.
The City of Raleigh has been collaborating with community stakeholders to plan the next steps for the Raleigh Convention Center (RCC) and Red Hat Amphitheater.
The "Healing Continuum" monolith is a new educational display at Walnut Creek Wetland Park. It aims to inform residents about the restorative gravel wetland. The exhibit allows viewers to read about the wetland's functions, reflect on the surrounding circle of boulders, and view the wetland through a window in the monolith.
Greystone is offering a range of preschool and youth programs designed to foster development and creativity in young children. The programs include Little Learners, Little Ballerinas, and Ballet & Lyrical Fusion.
Rustling leaves and crisp fall air! Join us for a scenic 10-mile greenway bike ride from Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve to Durant Nature Preserve. All equipment is provided, including a bike, helmet, and shuttle.