Job Fair for New North Carolinians!
2025-01-29 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
Career opportunities and cultural exchange for new North Carolinians!
Are you a newcomer looking for job opportunities in Raleigh? Join us at our job fair for new North Carolinians and connect with local employers who value your talents and experience.
Explore career opportunities, network with employers, access valuable community resources and meet organizations that support refugees.
Thanks to our event partners, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Lutheran Services Carolinas, and Amplio Recruiting! There will be free food, snacks, and parking!
For more information or questions, call or email, coeprogram@raleighnc.gov
English: 919-996-2118
Spanish: 919-996-2120
Location: Method Community Center
Ages: 18 and up
Cost: Free
*No Register Required

Lunar New Year Celebration
2025-02-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613, United States
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: All
Cost: Free

Five Points Art Open House
2025-02-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Our instructors are ready to help you feel confident and excited to learn how to improve your artistic skills!
Come to this fun open house, play with materials, ideas, techniques, and meet our instructors! They will help you know where to start, and can help you sign up for future art classes.
Location: Five Points Center for Active Adults
Ages: 18 and up
Cost: Free
Register at RecLink

My Best Gal/Guy & Me Red Carpet Dance
2025-02-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Laurel Hills Community Center, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, 27612
Get dressed up and celebrate with your favorite role model(s)!
The Laurel Hills Community Center is having a night of dancing, refreshments, games, and great entertainment!
It’s a celebration of family in all its wonderful forms! This event is not limited to specific family dynamics! Whether you’re a parent, guardian, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or cousin, everyone is invited to share in the festivities.
The fee includes hors d’oeuvres and door prizes. Register early because space is limited! The cost is per person.
Location: Laurel Hills Community Center
Ages: 6-15 (with an adult)
Cost: $25 per person
Register on RecLink

Family Fun Day at the City of Raleigh Museum
2025-02-08 11:00 - 14:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at our first Family Fun Day celebration at the museum!
Experience the thrill of a scavenger hunt, unleash your creativity with fun craft, and discover a VERY special surprise that awaits you. Join us for a day filled with excitement and make lasting memories!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Tarboro Road Park Redevelopment Open House
2025-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Tarboro Road Community Center
Raleigh Parks invites you to help shape the future of Tarboro Road Park.
Join us for our second public open house to collaborate with the design team and City staff. This drop-in event offers an engaging opportunity to:

Explore current design plans;
Meet Raleigh Parks staff and the design team;
Share your ideas and feedback; and,
Learn about other neighborhood initiatives.

Location: Tarboro Road Community Center
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 12
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required
Ages: All
Cost: Free

African American Artist Viewing
2025-02-15 10:00 - 15:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Come experience the incredible talent of local Black artists and discover how their work is deeply shaped by Black history and culture.
This is a unique opportunity to engage with powerful art that tells stories of resilience, identity, and heritage. Don’t miss out on this inspiring event—admission is completely free! Bring your friends and family to celebrate creativity and history in a meaningful way.
This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Age: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

“Surviving Extinction: Land Claims & Tuscarora Treaties”
2025-02-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
I wanted to share an event we are hosting at the Mordecai Historic Park on Feb. 15th at 1p.m. Details below:
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/news/digging-deeper-stories-local-archaeology
Come join us as Donnie “Rahnàwakęw” McDowell leads the presentation, “Surviving Extinction: Land Claims & Tuscarora Treaties”, which analyzes the unique relationships the ancestors of the Tuscarora Nation established with the colonial government of the State of North Carolina.
By placing a lens on the original agreements made between the Tuscarora and the new coming colonists, we better comprehend the diplomatic strategies and cultural philosophies of each culture. Discussions include ancient Tuscarora archaeological sites across the State, conflict with Europeans during the colonial era, the establishment of Wake County and the City of Raleigh, and the NC Assembly’s longstanding policy of Tuscarora disenfranchisement.
COST: Free
Billy Rutherford
Historic Sites Program Specialist
City of Raleigh
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department
1101 Wake Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27604

John P. “Top” Greene Community Center Hosts Senior Resource Fair
2025-02-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-07 13:00 - 15:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
The John P. “Top” Greene Community Center is thrilled to announce the upcoming Senior Resource Fair, an event dedicated to empowering older adults with valuable information, resources, and opportunities for engagement.
This event will bring together a variety of local organizations, service providers, and community leaders who specialize in serving the needs of seniors. Attendees can explore resources related to healthcare, wellness, technology, and nutrition—all designed to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Event Highlights Include:

Food Demonstrations and Nutritional Advice: Learn how to prepare healthy, delicious meals and gain tips for balanced nutrition.
Senior Primary Care Advisory: Expert guidance on managing chronic conditions and navigating healthcare options.
Health Benefits Specialist: Assistance in understanding and maximizing health benefits.
Senior Technology Seminar: Learn how to use smartphones, tablets, and other technologies to stay connected and informed.
Community Connections: Opportunities to network with local support groups and senior-focused organizations.

The Senior Resource Fair ensures that older adults in our community have access to the tools and knowledge they need to thrive! We invite all seniors, their families, and caregivers to join us for this enriching and supportive event. This free event is open to the public, and no prior registration is required.
Location: John P. “Top” Greene Community Center
Ages: 55 and older
Cost: Free
No Registration is Required

Lunchbox Lecture with Wanda Cox-Bailey
2025-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
The Lunchbox Lecture scheduled for tomorrow – Thursday, Feb. 20 – has been postponed due to inclement weather. That talk by Wanda Cox-Bailey will take place next Thursday, Feb. 27, barring any other unforeseen issues!!! Please see this link for details:
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/events/lunchbox-lecture-wanda-cox-bailey
Feed your belly and your brain. Bring your lunch and listen to a lecture!
Every month will be a new topic. Lectures will run 30-40 minutes and begin shortly after noon to give people time to get settled. We can’t wait for you to join us!
Wanda Cox-Bailey, a retired librarian and president of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society Triangle Chapter, is dedicated to preserving the memories and oral histories of the Southeast community. With over 30 years in Black children’s literature, she emphasizes the need for Black children to see themselves in the books they read. Wanda is committed to preserving the culture and history of Raleigh’s disappearing African American neighborhoods, believing that sharing this history through quality children’s books benefits everyone.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Public Art & Invasive Plant Removal Event
2025-02-27 12:00 - 16:00 | River Cane Wetland Park, 4700 Kyle Dr., Raleigh, NC, 27616
Public Art & Invasive Plant Removal Event
📅 Thursday, February 27, 2025
⏰ 12:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 River Cane Wetland Park site
🔗 Sign Up Here
This unique two-part event combines hands-on invasive plant removal with a public art experience! Join public artist Austen Camille to explore the theme of “home” in nature through poetry, with the chance to have your words included in a future artwork at the park.

Black History Month Superhero Gallery
2025-02-28 18:00 - 19:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
All for one and One for all!
Superheroes come in all hues and have incredible abilities! Join Grady Bussey, an African American historian and the Vice Chair of the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, for a discussion on the history of African American superheroes in comics and films.
Learn the history of African American comic book superheroes from then and now. Participants are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite superhero!
Location: John P. “Top” Green Community Center
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

Annual Animal Adoption Day
2025-03-01 11:00 - 15:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Don’t miss the City of Raleigh Museum’s annual Animal Adoption Day!
This is your chance to meet adorable pets seeking forever homes and engage with dedicated local adoption agencies. Come experience the love and connection that awaits—you might just find your perfect companion! Meet pets from Safe Haven for Cats, Neshama Animal Rescue, and Perfectly Imperfect Pups!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Black History Trolley Tour
2025-03-02 13:00 - 16:30 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
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.
Tours will be Sunday, March 2, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Each tour will be an hour and a half long. Registration is $15 and can be purchased online using RecLink. For more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364.
Ages: All
Cost: $15
Get Tickets on RecLink

Find your Dream Job This Summer with a Chance to Win Dreamville Tickets!
2025-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Raleigh Parks encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to nature and historic resources.
Our department has open, part-time positions relevant to all fields of study, career goals, and interests.
Chat with leaders from across the department, and submit employment interest forms on-site that go directly to our department’s top hiring managers, and enjoy free food and fun throughout!
Those who submit an employment interest form at the job fair will also be entered to win two tickets to Dix Park’s acclaimed Dreamville Festival! See you there!
Know what job you want? Apply Right Now
Location: John Chavis Community Center
Age: 15 and up
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Family Fun Day at the City of Raleigh Museum
2025-03-08 11:00 - 14:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for “Buildings Day”!
Collage your dream home, create a city, and follow a map through our exhibit to learn about cool Raleigh buildings! Join us for a day filled with excitement and make lasting memories. Ages 1-10 welcome!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: 1 -10
Cost: Free

Community Engagement Outreach at North Regional Library
2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:00 | North Regional Library, 7009 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

Trees and the Comprehensive Plan
2025-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Durant Nature Preserve, 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, 27615
Trees were selected as one of six special topics for focus as Raleigh begins the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan. This document is extremely important in guiding Raleigh’s growth as all zoning and development regulations are required by North Carolina law to be consistent with the plan. As part of the plan update, the City is inviting the public to learn about and share their ideas about trees at two community events:

Keynote Presentation: Tuesday, March 11 from 6 to 8 pm at Durant Nature Preserve

State of Trees in Raleigh and a Community Conservation: Tuesday, March 18 from 6 to 8 pm at Dix Park Chapel

If you are interested in attending one or both events, please register here: https://raleighnc.gov/planning/events/reflecting-raleigh-events

Celebrate Public Art on Atlantic Ave & Green Road Park
2025-03-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Brentwood Park, 3315 Vinson Court, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join the City of Raleigh Public Art team in celebrating the public art coming to Atlantic Ave and Green Road Park! All ages welcome!
Learn more about Public Art at Atlantic Avenue.

Learn more about Public Art at Green Road Park.

Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Brentwood Park Picnic Shelter
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Away with the Fairies
2025-03-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Join us for a whimsical world of fun at Away with the Fairies!
Shop for treasures at enchanting vendors and explore a garden where fairies frequent. You can make magical crafts and even meet some playful fairies. Watch performers bring stories to life with interactive shows. Bring the children in your life to celebrate a day filled with imagination, creativity, great food, and fun. Come dressed as your favorite wizard, pixie, or elf. All magical creatures are welcome at this free family-friendly festival!
For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364. Presented in collaboration with Paper & Stars Studio.
Location: Mordecai Historic Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free

State of Trees in Raleigh and a Community Conservation
2025-03-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Dix Park Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603

Outreach at Refugee Hope Partners
2025-03-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Refugee Hope Partners Welcome Center, 6625-015 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615

Community Engagement Outreach at Green Road Community Library
2025-03-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604

Lunch Box Lecture with Erica Winston
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Feed your belly and your brain. Bring your lunch and listen to a lecture!
Feed your belly and your brain! Bring your lunch to the City of Raleigh Museum and listen to a captivating lecture every third Thursday of the month.
This month, we welcome Raleigh Garden Club member Erica Winston. Her talk will be on Women-owned green businesses of the early 20th century. This lecture delves into how the emergence of garden clubs during this era fostered a “shadow economy,” enabling many families to navigate the challenges of the Great Depression. Discover how these clubs not only provided financial support but also offered women a platform to showcase their talents and gain recognition.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

World Water Day 2025
2025-03-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
Join us at Lake Johnson Park to Celebrate World Water Day 2025!
Raleigh Parks is partnering with NC State University to bring you Trailside Science: Celebrating World Water Day. Together, we will explore water quality, algae blooms and ecosystem health.
What is World Water Day?
World Water Day is an annual United Nations Observance, focusing on the importance of freshwater and inspiring action to tackle the global water challenges.
About the Event
Jump into an exciting water-filled adventure! Discover how water quality, algae, and algae blooms affect pets, wildlife, and humans! Learn through fun, hands-on citizen science activities with experts and partner organizations. This trailside event is perfect for curious minds of all ages who want to learn how water connects and sustains life! No advanced registration is required.

Event Details
Location: Lake Johnson Park Waterfront Program Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Stormwater Wildlife Paper Mosaic Workshop at Lions Park
2025-03-22 10:00 - 12:30 | Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, 27604
Join the City of Raleigh Stormwater team to learn more about how art and nature connect in our community at Lions Park. Create your own colorful paper mosaic inspired by native animal and plant species. This family-friendly, hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and guided by a local artist, Jeannette Brossart, who will share tips and techniques to help you craft a take-home masterpiece featuring the Neuse River Waterdog, Box Turtle, or Leopard Frog. Use vibrant paper shapes to bring your design to life. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Learn more about Public Art at Lions Park Community Center.

Learn more about Lions Park Green Stormwater Infrastructure Installation Project.

Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Lions Park Community Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Outreach at Oberlin Regional Library
2025-03-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Oberlin Regional Library, 1930 Clark Avenue

Sertoma Arts Center Expansion Project Open House
2025-03-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612, United States
Join us at our Sertoma Arts Center Expansion Project Update Open House on Thursday, March 27 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Location: Sertoma Arts Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free

The Hoppiest Egg Hunt Ever
2025-03-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Hop on out to our preschool egg hunt!
We will have games, crafts, and special characters to help us celebrate! Sunny the Fun Fairy will be there to fly, dance, and take photos with everyone. She will also be having a special story time at 10:45 a.m.
The egg hunt will be at 11 a.m. for the 0-2-year-olds and 11:15 a.m. for the 3-5-year-olds. Please pre-register each child who plans to participate and bring a basket or bag for the hunt. Who else is egg-cited?!
Location: Pullen Community Center
Ages: 0-5
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink
