Livable Raleigh

Under One Canopy: Supporting Roots & Roofs in Wake County
2026-04-22 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | All Faith’s Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Under One Canopy is a public event aimed at highlighting the importance of Wake County’s urban tree canopy. Leading experts will showcase research-based strategies that anyone, from individual residents to policymakers, can take to be good stewards of green spaces in a rapidly growing region. Topics will range from the latest Wake County tree canopy assessment to healing our environment one back yard at a time. Attendees will leave with an understanding of how policies that improve environmental resiliency can support sustainable and intentionally planned growth.

EVENT DETAILS

When

April 22nd, 5:30 – 8:00

Where

Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel
1030 Richardson Dr., Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh, NC 27603

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Recycling Tours at Sonoco
2026-04-23 09:30 - 11:30 | Wilder’s Grove Solid Waste Services, 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610
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

Braceridge Road Pop-Up Meeting
2026-04-29 17:00 - 18:00 | NC
We’re hosting a pop-up public meeting to share information about the Braceridge Road Drainage Improvements project. Join us to learn more about the proposed improvements and to share feedback.
Pop-Up Meeting Details
When: Wednesday, April 29 from 5-6 p.m.
Where: Open Space Next To 4109 Batiste Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

Project Background
Water from a bioretention area flows through multiple backyards and into the street, resulting in yard and street flooding on Braceridge Road between Batiste Road and Sunridge Road. This project will identify solutions to this flooding. Learn more about the project.

Stream Monitoring Workshop
2026-05-02 12:30 - 15:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Learn How to Take Water Samples!
We are hosting a training workshop for the stream monitoring program! The course will cover basic stream ecology, how to collect water quality samples, and include time for volunteers to practice sampling in the creek. Please come prepared to get a little wet and muddy in the creek. Long pants and boots are strongly encouraged.
Registration for this workshop is required.

Dig into Urban Agriculture: A Guide to Permits and Planning Webinar
2026-05-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Are you interested in starting an urban farm, community garden, or other agriculture-based project in Raleigh? This free webinar is designed for recreational gardeners, community garden organizers, and anyone curious about urban agriculture.
Attendees will walk away knowing:

Which permits are required for different types of urban agriculture projects?

How to plan your project within city guidelines.

Where to find resources and support.

Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway
2026-05-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Wilder’s Grove Solid Waste Services, 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Use your lunch break to pick-up your FREE biodegradable yard waste bags from the City of Raleigh’s Solid Waste Services!
Swing by the Wilders Grove Solid Waste Services Facility to pick up your five (5) FREE biodegradable yard waste bags during International Compost Awareness Week! The Solid Waste Services Communications 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 and celebrate our Earth with the Solid Waste Services team!
The Wilders Grove Solid Waste Services Facility is located at 630 Beacon Lake Drive Raleigh, NC 27610. Please use the main entrance for visitors and employees by turning right at the intersection of Corporation Parkway and Commerce Park Drive.

Environmental Advisory Board Meeting
2026-05-14 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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.

Recycling Tour at Sonoco
2026-05-21 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-25 09:30 - 11:00 | Wilder’s Grove Solid Waste Services, 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610

Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway
2026-06-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615
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 Millbrook Exchange 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.

Informal presentation and Q&A re Wake Stone Triangle Quarry
2026-06-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Rally Point, 837 Bass Pro Lane, Cary
You are invited to an informal presentation and Question/Answer session at Rally Point Sports Pub in Cary regarding the Sunset Clause on the Wake Stone Triangle Quarry next to Umstead State Park. In December a judge ruled in favor of the Sunset Clause which would make Wake Stone’s operations adjacent to Umstead cease in the year 2031. In April-ish of this year a bad judge put a stay on the good judge’s ruling. But facts are facts, and the facts show the Sunset Clause is real. So, if you are interested in seeing the actual documents that prove Wake Stone and their attorneys are not telling the truth, come on out to Rally Point,

Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway
2026-06-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
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 Abbotts Creek 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. Get a jumpstart on your springtime yard clean-up with the Solid Waste Services team!

Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway
2026-06-17 11:00 - 14:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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
2026-06-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, 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.

Biodegradable Yard Waste Bag Giveaway
2026-07-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Lake Lynn, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, 27613
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.
