Children's Day and Youth Music Day
2025-04-26 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Celebrate childhood at our annual Children’s Day event, in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in Raleigh and La Ley 101.1 FM.
Día del Niño is a Mexican celebration on April 30 that honors children with fun activities.
This year’s event features Youth Music Day with performances by the Triangle Music Education Consortium, interactive activities, and resource tables.
Details
Location: Moore Square Park
Date: Satruday, April 26
Time: 1 – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Program Schedule
1 – 1:30 p.m. Community Music School Oak Town Pop & Rock Bands
1:30 – 2 p.m. Raleigh Children’s Orchestra
2 – 2:30 p.m. Wake Forest Community Orchestra
2:30 – 3 p.m. The Raleigh Music Collective
3 – 3:30 p.m. Collaborative performance mariachi band Viva México and Youth Music Day Students, featuring student performances on “Cielito Lindo” and “Las Chiapanecas”
3:30 – 4 p.m. North Carolina Chamber Music Institute
4 – 4:30 p.m. United Strings of Color
4:30 – 5 p.m. Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble

Rocky Branch and Walnut Creek Watershed Public Meeting
2025-05-14 16:00 - 18:30 | Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC, 27610
We are hosting a public meeting to share updates on the watershed study and our stormwater programs and services. Stop by during the meeting to talk with stormwater staff! Learn more about the Rocky Branch and Walnut Creek Watershed Study.
What is a Watershed?
A watershed is an area of land where rainwater collects and flows or rains to a larger body of water. That can be a lake, stream, river, or ocean. We all live in a watershed and are responsible for protecting and maintaining our local streams.

Mine Creek Greenway Improvements Public Open House
2025-06-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Learn about the improvements planned for the Mine Creek Greenway at a public open house on Tuesday, June 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Sertoma Arts Center, Raleigh Room, located at 1400 W. Millbrook Road.
An additional opportunity to learn about the improvements will also be held on Saturday, June 7, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Shelley Lake parking lot located at 1140 W. Millbrook Road.
The section of Mine Creek Trail included as part of this project extends from Shelley Lake south to Crabtree Creek Greenway, near North Hills Drive. The proposed improvements include trail resurfacing, improved community access, safety enhancements, and pedestrian bridge replacement.
We welcome your feedback and look forward to providing an improved greenway experience!
Learn more about the Mine Creek Greenway Project
Details

Sertoma Arts Center
Tuesday, June 3, 4 – 7 p.m.
Shelly Lake parking lot
Saturday, June 7, 8 – 11 a.m.

Ages: All
Cost: Free

Big Branch Greenway Connector Trail Phase 2 Project Open House
2025-06-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Please join us for the Big Branch Greenway Connector Phase 2 Project Open House.
During this event, three proposed alignment options will be shared for the segment of the project running between Six Forks Road and Wake Towne Drive. Attendees will be able to learn about, and ask questions about, one streamside alignment option that runs along the west side of Big Branch as well as two roadside options, one running along Plantation Road and Belvin Drive and the other running along Plantation Road and Hines Drive.

Mine Creek Greenway Improvements Public Open House
2025-06-07 08:00 - 11:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Learn about the improvements planned for the Mine Creek Greenway at a public open house on Tuesday, June 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Sertoma Arts Center, Raleigh Room, located at 1400 W. Millbrook Road.
Learn about the improvements planned for the Mine Creek Greenway on Saturday, June 7, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Shelley Lake parking lot located at 1140 W. Millbrook Road.
The section of Mine Creek Trail included as part of this project extends from Shelley Lake south to Crabtree Creek Greenway, near North Hills Drive. The proposed improvements include trail resurfacing, improved community access, safety enhancements, and pedestrian bridge replacement.
We welcome your feedback and look forward to providing an improved greenway experience!
Learn more about the Mine Creek Greenway Project
Details
Shelly Lake parking lot
Saturday, June 7, 8 – 11 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan: Drop-In Open House
2025-06-16 17:30 - 19:30 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us to learn more about the latest concept designs and share your feedback. Your input will help shape the street’s future look, feel, and function. The designs aim to increase flexibility for events and businesses, improve walkability, and support local businesses.

Drop-In Open House
Monday, June 16 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
City of Raleigh Museum
220 Fayetteville Street

Barwell Rd Improvement Project - Pre-Construction Meeting
2025-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Barwell Road Community Center, 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
The City is holding a pre-construction meeting for the Barwell Road Improvement Project.
The City’s construction contractor will begin work on this exciting project this summer. This meeting offers residents the opportunity to:

Meet the construction team;
Learn more about the construction activity planned for this project; and,
Ask questions related to the project.

For more information on this project visit the Barwell Road Improvement Project page.

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board
2025-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
1. Call to Order

2. General Public Requests and Comments – (Please limit comments to 3 minutes)

2.1 We invite each person wishing to speak before the Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board to stand at the podium, state your name and address, and make your statement. Your information will be received and either placed on the next agenda, forwarded to a subcommittee, forwarded to the Raleigh City Council, referred to the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Director, or received as information.

3. Committee Report – Liaison Representative

3.1 Raleigh Youth Council (RYC) – No Report

4. Presentation

4.1 Update on RPD Greenway Unit

5. Action Item

5.1 FY26 PRGAB Work Plan Approval

6. Directors Report

6.1 Director

7. Committee Reports – Standing Committees

7.1 Parks Committee

7.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee

7.3 Greenways Committee

7.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee

8. Committee Reports – Liaison Representatives

8.1 Arts Commission and PADB

8.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission

8.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board

8.4 Dix Leadership Committee

8.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board

8.6 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaison Reports
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

9. Chair Report/Announcements

9.1 Chair

10. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion

11. Adjournment

11.1 Adjourn Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Lake Wheeler Road Improvement Project - Pre-Construction Meeting
2025-06-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
The City is holding a pre-construction meeting for the Lake Wheeler Road Improvement Project.
The City’s construction contractor will begin work on this exciting project this summer. This meeting offers residents the opportunity to:

Meet the construction team
Learn more about the construction activity planned for this project
Ask questions related to the project

For more information on this project, visit the Lake Wheeler Road Improvement Project page.

Carolina Pines Avenue Improvement Project - Pre-Construction Meeting
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
The City is making improvements to Carolina Pines Avenue this summer. This meeting gives residents the opportunity to:

Meet with the construction team
Discuss construction plans
Ask questions related to the project

For more information on this project, visit the Carolina Pines Avenue Improvement Project page.

Alamance Drive Drainage Improvements Public Meeting
2025-07-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh
We are improving the drainage on Alamance Drive and would like your feedback on design concerns for this upcoming project. Stop by at your convenience to learn more and provide comments to stormwater staff.
Project Background
Residents on Alamance Drive and Alleghany Road noticed severe yard and structural flooding, which came from undersized pipes in the area. To reduce flooding, we will reroute the water flow on Alamance Drive and replace and upsize a stormwater pipe under Alleghany Road.
We looked at current stormwater system in the project area to determine the design improvements, which are currently being developed. Learn more about the project.

Camp Pond Dam Public Meeting -- Postponed
2025-07-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, 27612
We are repairing Camp Pond Dam to keep the lake, improve safety, and reduce the risk of road flooding in a large storm event. We would like your feedback on the design for this upcoming project. Stop by at your convenience to learn more and provide comments to stormwater staff.
Project Background

We are assessing Camp Pond Dam, located on Richland Drive, and will propose safety improvements to make sure the dam complies with all North Carolina Dam Safety (NCDS) regulations. The City is working with the consultant, CDM Smith, to create project design plans for the dam improvements. Learn more about the project.

Wake BRT: New Bern Avenue Pre-Construction Meeting
2025-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The City is holding a pre-construction meeting for the Wake BRT: New Bern Avenue Project.
The City’s construction contractor will begin work on the project this fall. This meeting offers residents the opportunity to:

Meet with the construction team
Learn more about what to expect during construction
Ask questions related to the BRT project.

For more information on this project, visit the Wake BRT: New Bern Avenue Construction page.

Preview the Design of the Future Forestville Road Park
2025-09-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Raleigh Parks is hosting our third public meeting for the Forestville Road Park Master Plan. Join us to preview the final concept plan for the park and provide your thoughts!
Raleigh Parks is excited to create a Master Plan that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you!
This event is family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations and translation services are available upon request. Please contact ForestvilleRoadPark@PublicInput.com for requests and assistance.
Learn more and participate in the planning process!
Location: Marsh Creek Park
Date: Monday, Sept. 22
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board
2025-10-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Parks Committee
2025-11-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns.
The Parks Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 305 at 6 pm.

Whispering Branch Drainage Project Public Meeting
2025-11-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613, United States
Raleigh Stormwater is hosting a public meeting to share information about the Whispering Branch Road and Woodowl Drive Drainage Project. Drop-by at your convenience to share input and hear project details from stormwater staff.
Project Background
The stream along Whispering Branch Road and Woodowl Drive is causing flooding to residential properties. We will improve the stream and stormwater pipes to reduce flooding.

Neuse River Park Open House - Schematic Design
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
Public Meeting to discuss the Schematic Design for Neuse River Park.
This meeting will be family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations & Translation Services are available upon request. Please contact NeuseRiverPark@publicinput.com
The public workshop will be a drop-in style open house meeting. Staff and consultants will be there to help explain and to answer questions about the Schematic Design.
Location: Abbotts Creek Community Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free
