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  • Solid Waste Services 2026 Shred + Dead Event

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

    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, NC

    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, NC

    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.

  • Coffee and Conversations – Community Resilience

    A Place At the Table 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh

    Join the Community Engagement Department and A Place at the Table for our monthly "Coffee and Conversations." This event is meant to be friendly and welcoming, with open conversations about important topics. There won’t be a set agenda—just a chance to listen, share, and learn from each other. We hope to see you there! Friday, Dec. 11 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. A Place at the Table 300 W Hargett St Unit 50, Raleigh, NC

  • Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours

    Sanderford Road Community Center 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC

    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.

  • Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours

    Green Rd Community Center 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC

    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.

  • Historic Preservation Plan – Community Engagement Event

    Laurel Hills Park 3808 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, nc

    We’re hosting two in-person events for November 17 and 19, 2026. Come learn more about the preservation plan in Raleigh. We want to hear about the stories, places, and resources that are important to you. Tell us how you see preservation impacting Raleigh’s future! Both events will feature the same information. Choose the one that works best for you! Each event will start with a short presentation. You are welcome to come and go at any time during the event. Would access to childcare help you attend this meeting? If so, email historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov by November 11 with the number and ages of children attending with you. Please note, if an advance request is not made, staff cannot guarantee that childcare will be available. Are there language or accessibility accommodations that would help you attend? If so, email historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov by November 11 with the type of accommodations you may need assistance with. We will do our best to meet any and all accommodations for attendees so that anyone may comfortably participate.

  • 2026 GIS Day

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    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.

  • Historic Preservation Plan – Community Engagement Event

    Barwell Road Community Center 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, United States

    We’re hosting two in-person events for November 17 and 19, 2026. Come learn more about the preservation plan in Raleigh. We want to hear about the stories, places, and resources that are important to you. Tell us how you see preservation impacting Raleigh’s future! Both events will feature the same information. Choose the one that works best for you! Each event will start with a short presentation. You are welcome to come and go at any time during the event. Would access to childcare help you attend this meeting? If so, email historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov by November 11 with the number and ages of children attending with you. Please note, if an advance request is not made, staff cannot guarantee that childcare will be available. Are there language or accessibility accommodations that would help you attend? If so, email historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov by November 11 with the type of accommodations you may need assistance with. We will do our best to meet any and all accommodations for attendees so that anyone may comfortably participate.

  • Community Cares Collaborative Meeting

    All Faith's Chapel at Dix Park 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

    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 

  • Digital Impact Day of Fun!

    Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh

    Elementary school students and their families are invited to a fun-filled community celebration!  Enjoy games, win school supplies and other exciting prizes, and explore the world of technology through hands-on learning. Hosted by the Digital Impact Unit in partnership with NC State University’s Office of Student Leadership and Engagement, this event brings creativity, learning, and play together for a day the whole family can enjoy! Join Us! Saturday Nov. 21 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Rd.

  • Digital Impact Day of Fun!

    Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh

    Elementary school students and their families are invited to a fun-filled community celebration!  Enjoy games, win school supplies and other exciting prizes, and explore the world of technology through hands-on learning. Hosted by the Digital Impact Unit in partnership with NC State University’s Office of Student Leadership and Engagement, this event brings creativity, learning, and play together for a day the whole family can enjoy! Join Us! Saturday Nov. 21 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Rd.