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Solid Waste Services 2026 Shred + Dead Event

Wilder's Grove Solid Waste Services 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh

Unload your dearly departed electronic waste and let your old confidential documents shred in peace this spooky season!   Join Solid Waste Services for the City of Raleigh’s 2026 Shred + Dead event! From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 24 at the Wilders Grove Solid Waste Services Facility, staff will be on hand to help residents dispose of specialty waste items.  Please use the main entrance for visitors and employees by turning right at the intersection of Corporation Parkway and Commerce Park Drive and follow the signage. A drive-thru system will be implemented to help ensure a smooth drop-off experience for residents. Participants are urged to drive slowly through the stations as there will be foot traffic and staff directing attendees. Please note the following items will NOT be accepted: Washers Dryers Ovens Refrigerators Pianos E-Waste disposal Keep your dead and unused small household appliances out of the landfill by dropping them off. Examples include air fryers, hair dryers, lamps, TVs, vacuums, DVD players, radios, toasters, and blenders. Think anything with a cord! Paper shredding A limit of four banker box-sized boxes or four large bags (13-gallon) of paper per household or business is in effect. Only one visit to the event per household please. Staples, paper […]

Chocolates and Trains

Raleigh Union Station 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh

Saturday, October 24 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Raleigh Union Station Commute Smart Raleigh's favorite fall event is back! Join us for the 5th annual Chocolates and Trains for a behind-the-scenes tour of Raleigh Union Station, complete with complimentary coffee or hot chocolate. Learn about the history of Raleigh's Warehouse District and the impact Raleigh Union Station has had on the community. Registration is required, and space is limited, so sign up soon! Sign Up

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours

Green Rd Community Center 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh

The City of Raleigh is offering Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours. Whether you have a simple question about how to work your device or have long-term digital goals, attend our drop-in hours to get assistance and learn more. Drop-in hours will be held October - December at two Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource. Saturday, Oct. 24 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd. Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.