District E Book Club Meeting
Councilor Jones will hold her book club meeting on May 9 at 9:30am at New World Cafe.
Councilor Jones will hold her book club meeting on May 9 at 9:30am at New World Cafe.
Celebrating Historic Preservation and America’s 250th Birthday This May, we’re celebrating Preservation Month, Bike Month, and America’s 250th Birthday! Grab your bike for a 5-mile route that will feature stops at five Raleigh Historic Landmarks that span Raleigh’s 250 years of building history! Volunteers will share a brief history at each stop. The stops include: Joel Lane House - 160 S. St. Mary's St. – Raleigh's oldest surviving dwelling State Capitol & Union Square - 1 E. Edenton St. – The heart of North Carolina government Early Store Building (Heilig-Levine) - 137 S. Wilmington St. – 150+ years of downtown commerce Chavis Park Carousel - 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. – A historic park and carousel (Former) BB&T Building - 227 Fayetteville St. – A downtown Raleigh icon Come Prepared The ride will begin and end at Exchange Plaza, located between Wilmington and Fayetteville Streets in downtown. Riders are encouraged to bring their own bikes and helmets. A few free e-bike and scooter rentals will also be available. Water and restrooms are available at the City of Raleigh Museum before/after the ride, but are not provided along the route - please plan accordingly. Register and see more ride details.
Music played a central role in American family life during the 19th and early 20th centuries, long before the advent of television and cellphones. African American households embraced music as a powerful means of self-expression. Through gospel, jazz, blues, and classical music, African Americans found a way to share their stories, joys, and sorrows. 'Black Joy in the Springtime' beautifully highlights this rich musical heritage at one of Raleigh's historic African American homes. Enjoy a delightful musical performance by Shenette Swann. Details Location: Pope House Museum Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 2 - 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free
Raleigh's Summer Youth Employment Program (RSYEP) is proud to host the second edition of Shark Tank - Volume 2. This exciting showcase highlights our talented youth entrepreneurs as they pitch their business concepts to a panel of community leaders for a chance to win cash prizes and trademark support. Join us for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration as we uplift the next generation of leaders and changemakers. Don’t miss the energy—these young minds are building the future in real time! Saturday May 9, 2026 5pm - 7pm City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St.