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  • Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway

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

    The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be popping up at community centers to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags. Swing by John Chavis Memorial Park to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the upcoming transition to weekly Enhanced Yard Waste Pickup for residents. Get a jumpstart on your springtime yard clean-up with the Solid Waste Services team!

  • Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway

    Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

    The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be popping up at community centers to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags. Swing by Carolina Pines Park to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the upcoming transition to weekly Enhanced Yard Waste Pickup for residents.

  • Recycling Tour at Sonoco

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

    Raleigh residents can take a behind-the-scenes tour of the City's recycling partner Sonoco Recycling located at 111 South Rogers Lane in Raleigh. Join the Solid Waste Services Communications team to see first-hand how recyclables get sorted, processed, and prepared. It's an excellent opportunity to learn about the process of recycling right here in our community! 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM Arrival at Solid Waste Services Wilders Grove Facility Bus will depart at 9:45 a.m. for Sonoco Recycling. 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Solid Waste Services Recycling in Raleigh Presentation Members of the Solid Waste Services communications team will give an overview of how recycling works in the city of Raleigh. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Sonoco Facility Tour 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Bus return to Solid Waste Service Wilders Grove

  • Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway

    Lake Lynn 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh

    The City of Raleigh's Solid Waste Services team will be popping up at community centers to hand out FREE biodegradable yard waste bags. Swing by Lake Lynn Community Center to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable yard waste bags! Solid Waste Services staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about the upcoming transition to weekly Enhanced Yard Waste Pickup for residents.

  • Partnership Raleigh 2026 Closing Celebration

    Campbell Lodge at Durant Nature Preserve 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh

    Join us in celebrating the successful completion of the 2026 Partnership Raleigh cohort on Friday, Aug. 7. Partnership Raleigh connects Raleigh young adults with meaningful career exploration and employment opportunities through collaboration with local public and private employers. Friday, Aug. 7 9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Durant Nature Preserve- Campbell Lodge 3237 Spottswood St, Raleigh

  • Environmental Advisory Board Meeting

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The Environmental Advisory Board gives the City Council advice on matters related to environmental quality and promotes environmental protection standards and policies to the public.

  • Reducing Forever Chemicals in Your Daily Life: Virtual Event

    Virtual Meeting

    You've probably encountered PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," without realizing it. They're in everyday items like food packaging, cookware and clothing. The good news: you can reduce your exposure through simple, everyday choices. The City of Raleigh Environmental Advisory Board is partnering with the Office of Sustainability and Raleigh Water to host a virtual community education event. You'll learn what forever chemicals are and how to lower your risk of exposure at home. You’ll leave the event knowing: What forever chemicals are and where exposure comes from How local and national groups are working to reduce PFAS use and exposure Simple steps you can take today to reduce your exposure and support a more resilient Raleigh

  • Fletcher Park Water Garden Restoration Meeting

    Fred Fletcher Park 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC

    Join to learn more about the Fred Fletcher Water Garden Restoration! We are hosting an open-house public meeting to: Update the community on project progress Seek input on project details and design Develop next steps based on feedback and discussion Background We will repair and restore the wetland (water garden) at Fred Fletcher Park. Repairs are necessary to restore stormwater control measure function and improve aesthetics at the park. Learn more about the project.

  • Environmental Advisory Board Meeting

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The Environmental Advisory Board gives the City Council advice on matters related to environmental quality and promotes environmental protection standards and policies to the public.

  • Stream Monitoring Workshop

    Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC

    Learn How to Take Water Samples! Interested in learning more about Raleigh stream ecosystems? We're hosting a volunteer stream monitoring workshop! We'll spend the first part of the workshop in the classroom and the second half in the creek practicing sample collection. This workshop is required for new stream monitoring volunteers but is open to anyone interested in learning more about our streams. When: Saturday, September 19 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Where: Walnut Creek Wetland Park (Neuse River Room, 950 Peterson Street) Details: Individual registration is required. This event is capped at 15 participants. Please come dressed in long pants, close-toed shoes, and ready to hop in the creek.

  • Environmental Advisory Board Meeting

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The Environmental Advisory Board gives the City Council advice on matters related to environmental quality and promotes environmental protection standards and policies to the public.

  • 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 […]