DDNA (District D Neighborhood Alliance)

Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh

Please take note of two items that are about the monthly reservation for Councilor Harrison's District D Neighborhood Association (DDNA) meetings: I am re-confirming that DDNA will NOT be meeting at Thomas Crowder Woodlands Center on Saturday, June 21st as previously scheduled. Also, based on Councilor Harrison's message below we are also canceling the recurring reservation at Crowder Center for July 19th. Our next DDNA meeting at Thomas Crowder Center should be on August 16th at 9:30am.

Mud Day

Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh

Join us in 2025 for our 7th Annual Mud Day Festival as we celebrate our wetlands and all things muddy and wonderful! Learn about local environmental groups in our area while participating in the fun activities they offer, visit local food trucks, and of course, slide in a giant mud pit! Additional details coming soon! Date: Saturday, August 16 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

Back to School Giveaway

Sanderford Road Community Center 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh

Kick off the new school year with some fun in the park! We’ll have backpacks and school supplies on hand, one per child, while supplies last. Note in My Pocket will be on site with free clothes in sizes newborn to adult. Free basic haircuts are available inside from 9 - 11 a.m., but spots are limited. Don’t forget to check out our Community Partners and activities in the park! Event Partners:  Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Omicron Zeta Chapter, Hiram Tyree #727 Masonic Lodge, Recidivism Reduction Educational Program Services, North Carolina Empowerment Organization, and Having Aunties in Reach. Location: Sanderford Road Park Ages: 5 - 18 Cost: Free while supplies last - *Child must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies

Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park

John Chavis Community Center 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh

Bounce into fun at John Chavis Memorial Park! Enjoy giant inflatables, food trucks, crafts, games, and more! Students can grab a free lunch box and water bottle while supplies last! Date: Saturday, Aug. 16 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free