Girls' Galentine Painting Class
2024-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | John Greene Park, 401 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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 the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum

Engaged to Death: A Murder Mystery
2024-02-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-10 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Tucker House, 418 N Person St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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

Let's Make Valentines
2024-02-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
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

Cupid's Cuties
2024-02-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Hill St Park, 2307 Hill Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
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.

Greenway Committee
2024-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Greenways Committee, a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board, will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building every second Monday at 4 p.m.

Love Bugs: A Program for Preschoolers
2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Barwell Rd Park, 5857 Barwell Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
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

Valentine's Day Dinner
2024-02-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
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

Love Potions
2024-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board
2024-02-15 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)

4. Presentation

4.1 Recreation Division – Overview of Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services Program: “What We Do” Series

4.2 Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Neighborhood Park Improvements Schematic Design Approval
This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment.

5. Directors Report

5.1 Director

6. Committee Reports – Standing Committees

6.1 Parks Committee

6.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee

6.3 Greenways Committee

6.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee

7. Committee Reports – Liaison Representatives

7.1 Arts Commission and PADB

7.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission

7.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board

7.4 Dix Leadership Committee

7.5 2024 Raleigh Environmental Awards jury

7.6 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board

7.7 PRCR Parks Bond Community Engagement Liaison Reports
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8. Chair Report/Announcements

8.1 Chair

9. Board Comments or Topics for Discussion

10. Adjournment

10.1 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.

Girl Scouts Cookies & Crafts
2024-02-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
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

Gals & Pals: A Floral Affair
2024-02-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Kiwanis Park, 2525 Noble Road, 27608
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

Feathered Friends Feeder Frenzy
2024-02-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27607
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

Dix Park Project Summit
2024-02-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
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

Dix Park Community Committee Meeting
2024-02-28 17:30 - 18:30 | All Faith’s Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
*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

Public Open House for Smoky Hollow Park
2024-03-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Future Smoky Hollow Park, 1014 N. West Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603
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

Neuse River Park Public Workshop - Design Alternatives
2024-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Campbell Lodge at Durant Nature Preserve, 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, 27615
Drop-In Public Meeting to discuss design alternatives 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
Location: Campbell Lodge, Durant Nature PreserveAges: AllCost: Free

Neuse River Park Public Site Visit
2024-03-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Neuse River Trail, 12030 Old Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, 27587
Join Raleigh Parks for an informational event at the site of the future Neuse River Park!
Staff will be located at three different stations along the greenway trail, sharing information about the proposed plans for the park. This event will have content similar to the Public Workshop on March 4, but presented on-site!
Parking is available at the existing greenway trailhead at 12030 Old Falls of Neuse Road.

Throw it Forward Disc Golf Tournament
2024-03-08 09:00 - 16:30 | Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
It is back and better than ever at Forest Ridge Park! This unsanctioned, flex-start tournament highlights the park’s 18-hole disc golf course. The tournament will include both recreational and advanced player divisions. Player packs for each player and prizes for each division will be awarded to the top three players!
Time: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Cost: $25 per playerRegister on RecLink

End of Winter Family Sock-Hop
2024-03-08 17:00 - 20:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Join us in the gym for a super cool dance party the entire family will enjoy!
Activities will include music, games and more! Chavis is where it is at!
Ages: AllCost: Free

Join us for the Rootle Roadster Tour Block Party!
2024-03-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us at Moore Square for the 2024 Rootle Roadster Tour kick-off on Saturday, March 9, in downtown Raleigh.
PBS North Carolina and partners will host a free block party for families outside Marbles Kids Museum. Families are invited to engage with interactive exhibits and PBS-themed activities in the Marbles courtyard and explore the community booths across the street in Moore Square. All activities in the Marbles courtyard, along Hargett Street, and in Moore Square are free to the public.
Additionally, the IMAX theater at Marbles will present free screenings of the new PBS KIDS series Lyla in the Loop. Food trucks will be available for families to purchase lunch and snacks. Admission inside Marbles Kids Museum is not included.
Ages: All/Family-friendlyCost: FreeDoes not include admission to Marbles Kids Museum.

Caraleigh Park Improvement Info Session
2024-03-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Eliza Pool Park Community Center, 1600 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC
Improvements are coming to Caraleigh Park!
Raleigh Parks staff will be at Eliza Pool Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 10 to share information about this exciting project. Stop by to chat about what you would like to see at the park.
For more information about the project, visit the Caraleigh Park Improvements Project webpage.

Leaping Leprechauns
2024-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Come out and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us!
We will be making crafts, going on a treasure hunt, making some fun snacks, and much more. Please pre-register so we can plan accordingly.
Ages: 2-5Cost: $8 per participantRegister on RecLink

St. Patrick's Day Fun!
2024-03-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
oin us at Tarboro Road Community Center!
We will have a morning of St Patrick’s Day-themed crafts, music, and an epic glow-in-the-dark dance party! It is a perfect place to bond with your little one, and we will provide all the materials! We look forward to seeing you!
Date: Saturday, March 16Time: 10 – 11 a.m.Ages: 2-10Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival
2024-03-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival is a free outdoor family celebration of community, creativity, and storytelling. Discover author and illustrator workshops, interactive performances, collaborative art installations, creative crafts, talented vendors, artisan food, and inspiring entertainment. Join us for a day immersed in stories that will spark your imagination to experience children’s literature and art in a whole new way!
Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival is open to all with books & activities designed for all ages. This year’s theme for Chapter 3 will be announced soon. More information to come as we confirm authors and entertainment for 2024.
This event is free and open to the public. For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Age: All Cost: Free

Sports History Trolley
2024-03-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Explore Raleigh’s past, present, and future of sports on the Historic Raleigh Trolley! From horse racing to hockey, this tour will feature sports both professional and amateur as it visits locations still active and those long forgotten.
For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Times: 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.Ages: AllCost: $12

Meet the Bunny at Abbotts Creek
2024-03-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
Hop Out to Abbotts Creek and Meet the Bunny.
Participants will have the opportunity to participate in games and crafts. After making your way through the crafts and games, stop for a picture with the bunny and pick up a plush egg from the egg patch. Due to the limited number of crafts and prizes pre-registration is required for each participant.
Ages: 0-6Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink
