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Enjoy games, crafts, and the famous Lion Dance. Featuring performances and demonstrations by Wah Lum Kung Fu of Raleigh and special partners. This event is brought to you by the Cultural Outreach and Enrichment (COE) Program, Wah Lum Kung Fu of Raleigh, and Lake Lynn Community Center. Ages: AllCost: Free

Who needs Valentine's Day when you're awesome enough as you are? Join us for an elegant and exciting event exclusively for teen and tween girls! Get ready to celebrate friendship and girl power at our Girls' Galentine gathering. This event is all about having a blast with your besties and making new friends. We have planned an amazing evening filled with painting, girl chat, drinks and desserts, music, activities, and surprises that you won't want to miss! At Girls' Galentine, you'll have the chance to connect with other awesome girls who share your interests and passions. Whether you're into fashion, music, art, or just having a good time, there will be something for everyone. Expect lots of laughter, dancing, and creating unforgettable memories together. Our event will take place in person, so you can enjoy the company of your friends and meet new people face to face. So, grab your besties, wear your favorite dress, and get ready for a lovely evening at Girls Galentine! We can't wait to see you there! Cost: $10Ages: 10-17Get Tickets for the Girls' Galentine Painting ClassPaint, canvases, brushes, and aprons are provided, along with step-by-step instructions. Whatever you paint is yours to keep!Sponsored by […]

Step into the glitz and glamor of the 1920s at Raleigh’s historic Tucker House where jealousy, secrets, and betrayal weave a web of mystery around a groom with more enemies than friends. Unravel the threads of deception at this immersive engagement party, where everyone’s a suspect and the truth is your greatest challenge!  Engaged to Death features a hilarious cast of Triangle actors and improvisers, in this whodunnit by local playwright Doug Simpson and directed by Noelle Azarelo. Co-produced by the City of Raleigh, the event includes food and mocktails, and patrons are invited to dress in 1920’s attire. Throughout the 90-minute show, patrons will explore the beautiful Tucker House as this zany original story unfolds. The party includes music, light h’orderves, and themed mocktails. The audience may (but are not required to) interact with the characters as they mill throughout the house. Ages: 13+Cost: $70Register on RecLink

Step into the glitz and glamor of the 1920s at Raleigh’s historic Tucker House where jealousy, secrets, and betrayal weave a web of mystery around a groom with more enemies than friends. Unravel the threads of deception at this immersive engagement party, where everyone’s a suspect and the truth is your greatest challenge!  Engaged to Death features a hilarious cast of Triangle actors and improvisers, in this whodunnit by local playwright Doug Simpson and directed by Noelle Azarelo. Co-produced by the City of Raleigh, the event includes food and mocktails, and patrons are invited to dress in 1920’s attire. Throughout the 90-minute show, patrons will explore the beautiful Tucker House as this zany original story unfolds. The party includes music, light h’orderves, and themed mocktails. The audience may (but are not required to) interact with the characters as they mill throughout the house. Ages: 13+Cost: $70Register on RecLink

Step into the glitz and glamor of the 1920s at Raleigh’s historic Tucker House where jealousy, secrets, and betrayal weave a web of mystery around a groom with more enemies than friends. Unravel the threads of deception at this immersive engagement party, where everyone’s a suspect and the truth is your greatest challenge!  Engaged to Death features a hilarious cast of Triangle actors and improvisers, in this whodunnit by local playwright Doug Simpson and directed by Noelle Azarelo. Co-produced by the City of Raleigh, the event includes food and mocktails, and patrons are invited to dress in 1920’s attire. Throughout the 90-minute show, patrons will explore the beautiful Tucker House as this zany original story unfolds. The party includes music, light h’orderves, and themed mocktails. The audience may (but are not required to) interact with the characters as they mill throughout the house. Ages: 13+Cost: $70Register on RecLink

Step into the glitz and glamor of the 1920s at Raleigh’s historic Tucker House where jealousy, secrets, and betrayal weave a web of mystery around a groom with more enemies than friends. Unravel the threads of deception at this immersive engagement party, where everyone’s a suspect and the truth is your greatest challenge!  Engaged to Death features a hilarious cast of Triangle actors and improvisers, in this whodunnit by local playwright Doug Simpson and directed by Noelle Azarelo. Co-produced by the City of Raleigh, the event includes food and mocktails, and patrons are invited to dress in 1920’s attire. Throughout the 90-minute show, patrons will explore the beautiful Tucker House as this zany original story unfolds. The party includes music, light h’orderves, and themed mocktails. The audience may (but are not required to) interact with the characters as they mill throughout the house. Ages: 13+Cost: $70Register on RecLink

Come out and make some valentines! We will have all the supplies set out for you to make your own creative valentines. This is a floating event, so feel free to come and go anytime during the 2 hours. Each participant will be able to make 4-5 valentines. Please register each person who will be participating. Cost: $4 per personAges: AllRegister on RecLink

It's Valentine's Day and what better way to celebrate than being with the little ones you love! Kids and parents, come join us for fun story time and crafts to celebrate this happy holiday. Ages: 2-5Cost: $8Register on RecLink A parent/guardian is required to stay with the child during the program.

R-E-D spells Red!R is for read.E is for exercise.D is for decorate a card for someone special! Get your preschooler moving at Barwell Road Community Center on Valentine's Day with this Love Bugs program. We'll celebrate the day with Valentine's stories, games, and activities. Ages: 3-5 (accompanied by an adult)Cost: $3Register on RecLink

Come celebrate the beauty of love, laughter, and friendship while enjoying good food and music. Reserve your seat now for an unforgettable afternoon. Sponsored by Oak Street Health and the City of Raleigh Active Adults Unit. Ages: 50+Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Bring along your sweetheart and soak in the romance! Enjoy a selection of themed cocktails as you hear tales of Raleigh's most famous historic love stories, as told by Ernest Dollar, Director of Raleigh Museums. Age: 21+Cost: $50 for non-members and $42 for membersGet Tickets

Join us for a fun afternoon of Girl Scout cookies and crafts! You will get to sample the different kinds of Girl Scout cookies, while making cool crafts. This is a family-friendly program and is also a floating program, so feel free to drop in any time from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. This program is free, but we ask that you pre-register each person who plans to attend, so we can plan accordingly. Cost: FreeAges: AllRegister on RecLink

Celebrate "Palentine's" Day with your friends or make new ones as we craft a beautiful bouquet of flowers and sip on mocktails. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking to unwind and socialize, join us and watch your inner florist flourish! Ages: 18 and upCost: $10Register on RecLink

Join us for some feathered friends fun! Discover more about the feathered friends who call North Carolina home by navigating through our digital hunt.*Phone with QR scanner needed.   Make a free bird feeder to take home and learn more about how you can help our feathered friends.Tip: We will also share how you can make DIY feeders at home too! Ages: AllCost: Free

Come learn about what’s happening at and around Dix Park!  There are a number of projects and ongoing studies supporting the transformation of the park. Drop in to the Chapel to learn more about individual projects and chat with staff and consultants. Projects to be Showcased Include Rocky Branch Enhancement Cultural Interpretation Plan Accessibility Improvements Gipson Play Plaza Stone Houses Renovation Lake Wheeler Rd Improvements Western Blvd Bus Rapid Transit Learn more about the Dix Park Project Summit

*This meeting will take place during the Dix Park Project Summit.  The Dix Park Community Committee is an advisory committee designed to represent the diversity of the community and bring a broad range of experiences and expertise to the Dorothea Dix Park project. This committee provides guidance and recommendations to the Dix Park Leadership Committee on matters related to park development, programming, and engagement. The Dix Park Community Committee meeting will be held in-person at the Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel at Dix Park, located at 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh NC 27603. View Meeting Agendas and Minutes using the City's paperless system

Raleigh Parks is hosting a public open house for the future Smoky Hollow Park. View the current plans and speak to City staff and the project team. Following this open house, Raleigh Parks will present these plans at the March 21 Parks, Recreation, and Greenways Advisory Board meeting. The open house will be at the site of the future park, 1014 N. West Street.  Please enter the site at the N. West Street entry. In case of severe weather, the open house will be held at Halifax Park Community Center, 1023 Halifax Street. As approved by the City Council in the Smoky Hollow Park Concept Plan, Smoky Hollow Park has been designed as a passive park with a restored Pigeon House Branch restoration, wetlands, pathways, gathering areas, and extensive landscape and naturalized areas. For more information on the project and engagement opportunities, please visit the Smoky Hollow Park Project page. Ages: AllCost: Free