Neighborhood Ecology Corps Open House

Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh

Join us at Walnut Creek Wetland Park for an open house where you can: See our program in action through hands-on activities Meet current NEC students and hear their experiences Get to know our instructors Learn more about our curriculum Details Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Park Date: Saturday, May 17 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Ages: Middle and High School Students Cost: Free

Rootle Roadster Tour at Moore Square

Moore Square 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh

The Rootle Roadster Tour is back and rolling into Moore Square on Saturday, May 17, for a free, fun-filled morning designed especially for young children and their families! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Square will transform into a vibrant hub of hands-on learning, creativity, and play. This unique, on-the-go event supports early childhood education through joyful activities that foster curiosity and discovery. Families can look forward to: Interactive crafts and sensory play stations Music and movement activities that get everyone grooving Literacy and learning games to spark little imaginations Community resources from local partners and educators Meet-and-greets with favorite Rootle characters (while supplies last!) Designed with children ages 2–8 in mind, the Rootle Roadster Tour brings the trusted, educational programming of PBS Kids off the screen and into your community. Join us at Moore Square for a joyful celebration of learning, family, and fun—right in the heart of Downtown Raleigh! Presented by PBS North Carolina in partnership with Raleigh Parks and Marbles Kids Museum. Details Date: Saturday, May 17 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ages: All/Family-friendly Cost: Free Does not include admission to the Marbles Kids Museum.