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  • Worthdale Walk-a-Thon

    Worthdale Park Community Center 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh

    Join us for our first Active Adult Walk-A-Thon! On Friday, Feb. 13, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Worthdale Community Center, we will have our first active adult Walk-A-Thon. This fun and free event is designed to get you moving while connecting with the community. We’ll kick things off with line dancing to warm up, followed by our walk, and end with a relaxing cool-down session. Enjoy vendors along the way and make it a day of wellness, movement, and fellowship. Registration is not required but encouraged. All active adults are welcome come walk with us! Location: Worthdale Community Center Ages: 50 and older Cost: Free Register on RecLink

  • Pals & Gals Vintage Valentines Party

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    Make vintage-inspired cards, sip drinks, and try chocolates. Be merry! We will provide all of the crafting supplies and the ambiance. This is a wonderful activity for couples, friends, and folks looking to build new community, all for a good cause. 100% of profits from this event go to support free educational programs at the museum. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Friday, Feb. 13 Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Age: 21 and up Cost: $35 Register Today

  • Family Fun Day Valentines!

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    Spend a day at the City of Raleigh Museum making fun vintage Valentine's cards! See some of the cards from our collection and be inspired. All crafting supplies are provided! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration Require

  • A Roadmap to Freedom

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, in partnership with the Capital City Lawyers Association, presents "A Roadmap to Freedom". Local Raleigh attorney Lex-Jordan Ibegbu of Ibegbu Law, PLLC, presents a legal narrative of the realization of African Americans' rights. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Wednesday, Feb. 18 Time: 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

  • Black Superhero Gallery

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    All for one and one for all! Superheroes come in all hues and have incredible abilities! Learn the history of African American comic book superheroes from then and now. Join us for a discussion and a display of historic comic books, as well as discuss Black superheroes in comics and film. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Age: All Ages Cost: Free No Registration Required

  • Teen Museum Market

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    Our Student Council presents Teen Museum Market! Join us for a fun-filled event featuring talented teen vendors, creative arts and crafts, and DIY craft tables. All while enjoying an up-and-coming student band. Of course, we’ll have snacks! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration is Required

  • Black History Trolley Tour

    Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

    Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for this special edition of our popular Black history tour highlighting Oberlin Village. Tours will begin at Mordecai Historic Park and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic Turner House and Oberlin Cemetery and learn about the neighborhood’s history of community and freedom. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Tour Times: 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $15 for adults Get Tickets on RecLink

  • Black History Trolley Tour

    Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC

    Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for this special edition of our popular Black history tour highlighting Oberlin Village. Tours will begin at Mordecai Historic Park and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic Turner House and Oberlin Cemetery and learn about the neighborhood’s history of community and freedom. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Tour Times: 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $15 Get Tickets on RecLink

  • Dix Park Leadership Committee

    Dix Park Chapel 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

    The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, Dix Park Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dix Park Master Plan. The Leadership Committee is supported by City staff and makes recommendations to the Raleigh City Council, which has final approval on the implementation of the Master Plan. View meeting agendas Dix Park Leadership Committee Meetings take place in-person at Dix Park Chapel (1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603) from 9 - 10:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month, with the exception of summer break and winter holidays.

  • A New Nash: Kick-Off Party & Open House

    Whiskey Kitchen 201 W. Martin Street Suite 608, Raleigh, NC

    Historic Nash Square is one of our Capital City’s original public open spaces! Join us as we kick off the Nash Square Public Realm Plan to learn about its past and present, and to help shape its future. Raleigh Parks is excited to create a New Nash that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you!. Learn more about A New Nash: Kick-off Party & Open House

  • Invasive Species Awareness Day

    Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC

    Join us for a celebration of Raleigh's unique natural areas! We'll be shining a light on invasive species management throughout our beautiful city. Dive into the exciting world of conservation with experts in natural resource techniques. Bring your family to explore an urban wetland while enjoying a free hot chocolate bar! This event is appropriate for the naturally curious of all ages. We hope to see you there! Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Park Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration is Required 

  • Tuesdays in the Square

    Nash Square 200 S McDowell St, Raleigh, United States

    Join Raleigh Parks at Nash Square! A pop-up series to explore the Nash Square Public Realm Plan on the first and third Tuesdays of March and April. Staff will be available from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., with 15-minute tours focusing on the week's theme at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to share their experiences. See you at Nash Square! Upcoming Dates: March 3: Tree Canopy and Urban Forestry March 17: History of Nash Square April 7: East Civic Tower – New City Hall April 21: Transportation and Connectivity Details Location: Nash Square Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., tours at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.  Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required