Green Road Park Site Improvement Presentation

Green Rd Community Center 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC

Please join the 3rd public meeting for the Green Road Park Site Improvement Project. The design consultant team will formally present the final drafted schematic design concept. Ages: AllCost: Free

Diamond Days Exhibit Opening

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

Enjoy hot dogs, popcorn and beverages at the museum while checking out our newest exhibit on the history of baseball in Raleigh! Ages: AllCost: Free

Mordecai Heirloom Plant Sale

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season! Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for great prices. All plants are started from seed by the Mordecai Historic Park gardeners. Plants will include tomatoes, peppers, squash, herbs, and much more. Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide more information about the garden and grounds at Mordecai Historic Park! The sale will take place both on April 26 and 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mordecai Visitor Center. For questions or more information, please call 919-996-4364. Ages: AllCost: Free entryPlants are $3-$5

Mordecai Heirloom Plant Sale

Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

Celebrate Earth Day at Mordecai Historic Park and get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season! Heirloom varieties of plants will be on sale for great prices. All plants are started from seed by the Mordecai Historic Park gardeners. Plants will include tomatoes, peppers, squash, herbs, and much more. Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide more information about the garden and grounds at Mordecai Historic Park! The sale will take place both on April 26 and 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mordecai Visitor Center. For questions or more information, please call 919-996-4364. Ages: AllCost: Free entryPlants are $3-$5

Kyle Drive Park Public Site Visit

Kyle Drive Park 4700 Kyle Drive, Raleigh, NC

Discover the future of Kyle Drive Park! Join Raleigh Parks on an engaging tour to preview the proposed master plan for Kyle Drive Park, located at 4700 Kyle Drive. Get ready to explore the site, which includes a stream, wetland, and diverse landscape. Be sure to wear closed-toed shoes and consider bringing water, bug spray, and sunscreen for a comfortable hike. Parking is available along Kyle Drive near the site. Site visits will begin at the Duke Energy utility easement along Kyle Drive.

Touch-a-Truck at Sanderford Road

Sanderford Road Community Center 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC

Get in the driver's seat with a free hands-on experience with vehicles of all kinds. This is a fun, interactive, family-friendly event that allows children and adults to see, touch, and safely explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery, as well as meet the personnel who protect, serve, and build the Raleigh community. We will feature a 'No Horn Hour' from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. for guests with sensitive hearing. Little ones with sensitivities to loud noises are encouraged to visit during this time to experience everything in a comfortable environment. Ages: 0-12Cost: Free

Adult Recess Festival

Fred Fletcher Park 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC

Join Let’s Get Social Raleigh and Raleigh Parks for the Second Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park! Enjoy games, arts and crafts, food trucks, and shop with local businesses while making new friends. Inflatables, kickball, flag football, limbo, tug-o-war, Double Dutch, musical chairs, and more – we have it all! This event is free and open to the public. Go to the Let’s Get Social Raleigh Eventbrite to register to receive event updates! For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364. Cost: FreeAge: 21+RSVP for the Adult Recess Festival

May the 4th Be With You!

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

In a community center far far away... Celebrate May the 4th with us by wearing your favorite galaxy-approved costume and joining in on crafts, activities, and themed snacks. May the 4th be with you! Date: Saturday, May 4Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Cost: FreeAges: All

May the 4th Glow in the Dark Dodgeball Tournament

Tarboro Road Community Center

Whether you are a member of the dark side, or a rebel scum, let’s join forces to unite in a fun-filled day of glow-in-the-dark dodgeball benefitting Raleigh’s Parks and Recreation’s financial assistance program. Activities include food trucks, music, games, crafts, and costumes! Grab your favorite droids and Wookies and register today! When: Saturday, May 4Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Ages: 18 years and olderCost: $160/team (5-8 players); $25 for individuals.The price includes a Glow-in-the-dark shirt! Register on RecLink or at any Community Center.

Mothers and More

Barwell Road Community Center 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, United States

Calling all preschoolers and caregivers - Celebrating our caregivers. This day is for mothers and caregivers of preschoolers to exercise, read, and make something special for the mother or caregiver in the preschooler's life. Date: Wednesday, May 8Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.Ages: 3-5 years oldCost: $3Register on RecLink

Raleigh’s Appraisal Fair

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

The professional accredited Appraisers from Leland Little Auctions will educate you on your special treasures. Come down to the City of Raleigh Museum and enjoy some coffee while you talk to the pros. Ages: 18 and upCost: $20-$50Get Tickets to Raleigh's Appraisal Fair

Mother’s Day Jewelry Making

Peach Road Cultural Center 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh

Celebrate Motherhood and Mothers from around the world on Saturday, May 11 at Peach Road Park. Share wonderful moments with your family and neighbors as you create your own jewelry, and take your creations home with you! Children, Fathers, Grandparents, and any Caregivers are welcome to attend. Ages: AllCost: FreeRegister on RecLink