Commute Smart Raleigh is hitting the greenways this October! Stop by one of our pop-up events to meet the Commute Smart Raleigh team and pick up complimentary safety items and swag while celebrating Raleigh's greenway system. Whether you're walking, running or enjoying the greenway another way, stop by and say hello!
The Western Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will connect downtown Raleigh to downtown Cary with more frequent and reliable transit service. The project has completed the 30% design milestone and is advancing through final design and environmental review. We're inviting the community to learn more about the project at one of three upcoming drop-in style open houses.
The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be hosting popups to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags this fall. Swing by Glen Eden Pilot Park to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable paper yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the city's new service for residents, Enhanced Weekly Yard Waste Pickup. Stormwater staff will also be available to share information about Glen Eden Pilot Park's Green Stormwater Infrastructure and answer questions about water quality programs.
Commute Smart Raleigh is hitting the greenways this October! Stop by one of our pop-up events to meet the Commute Smart Raleigh team and pick up complimentary safety items and swag while celebrating Raleigh's greenway system. Whether you're walking, running or enjoying the greenway another way, stop by and say hello!
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 […]
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
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.
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, Nov. 7 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sanderford Community Center; 2623 Sanderford Rd. Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.
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, Nov. 14 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd. Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.
Free event to learn more about GIS technology. 2026 GIS Day Celebration Join the City of Raleigh Information Technology Department for GIS Day on Wednesday, November 18, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the City of Raleigh Museum. GIS, or Geographic Information Systems, is a technology that uses maps and location-based information to help people understand communities, solve problems, and make informed decisions. This free, interactive event will feature hands-on activities and demonstrations showing how state and local governments use GIS and other emerging technologies to improve services and address everyday challenges. Whether you are familiar with GIS or simply curious about how this technology supports our community, everyone is welcome to attend. Interested in hosting a table at the November 18 event? Fill out this form to sign up! The closest public parking deck is Moore Square Parking deck. There is also limited street parking available. Questions? Please reach out at gisday@raleighnc.gov.
Join our next meeting! The Community Cares Collaborative meets: Every other month on Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603 Lunch provided Guest speakers, roundtable discussions, capacity-building activities Free to participate Members are encouraged to share updates, engage in group learning, and explore ways to collaborate. Regular communication helps keep all partners informed and connected. Register here