Elections, Libraries staff partner on one of largest initiatives to date

West Regional Library 4000 Louis Stephens Dr

Elections, Libraries staff partner on one of largest initiatives to date The Wake County Board of Elections and Wake County Public Libraries are partnering to offer voter services at eight local libraries on Saturdays this summer. Events will take place from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. June 22 through Aug. 17, with the exception of July 6. Board of Elections staff will visit eight libraries over eight weekends to offer voter registration updates and upcoming election information. Visitors will also be able to get a photo voter ID, which is now required to be shown by registered voters who do not already have an acceptable ID. A full list of accepted voter IDs can be found at  ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id. “We always strive to empower more people to vote in Wake County by making information and resources as accessible as possible,” said Olivia McCall, Board of Elections director. “This collaboration with the libraries is an excellent opportunity for us to provide accurate information and help residents better prepare for the upcoming elections.” The two organizations have worked together to offer voter registration at local libraries for years, but this is one of the largest initiatives ever planned. The events provide a convenient opportunity for residents […]

Community Engagement Pop-Up at Ashton Square Shopping Center — Cancelled

Ashton Square Shopping Center 4008 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC

Stop by and say hello to our Community Engagement team at Ashton Square Shopping Center. Get informed on City projects happening around you and give us your feedback. Staff can also help with services including but not limited to: Education on City resources; Information on local organizations; Voter education and registration; Participation surveys; Making citizen service requests; Help with City of Raleigh utility requests and payments; Registering for a City of Raleigh class; and, Applying for SNAP, Medicaid, and WIC. This event is being held in partnership with El Pueblo

Artist Reception: May, June, and July Gallery Exhibitions at Pullen Arts Center

Pullen Arts Center 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, United States

Join us at Pullen Arts Center on Saturday, July 27, 2:30-4:30 p.m. for a closing reception. The exhibition features work from Betty McKim, Emily Rubin Malpass, Hannah Schneider, Jane Cheek, Janine LeBlanc, Joanna Moody, Lillian Jones, and Patrizia Ferreira. Learn more about the exhibit. 

Summer Concert Series

Fred Fletcher Park 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC

Our Summer Concert Series is back! We look forward to seeing you all at the parks and enjoy some music from our local bands. Concerts are Free! Bring your own chair or blanket. Pullen Park520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC Sept. 15 - The British Invaders Band Fred Fletcher Park820 Clay Street, Raleigh NC July 28 - Tune SwingersAugust 18 - TheloniousAugust 25 - TBDSept. 8 - SWAGSept. 22 - Raleigh Concert Band Sunday EveningsJune and July, 6 - 8 p.m.Aug. and Sept., 5 - 7 p.m. Ages: AllCost: FreeConcerts may be canceled for inclement. Performers may change without notice. Food is not available at Fred Fletcher Park.

Neighborhood Rezoning meeting — 4409 Creedmoor Road

Laurel Hills Community Center 3808 Edwards Mill Road

July 29, 20247 p.m. Laurel Hills Community Center, CC Meeting Room, 3808 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612 4409 Creedmoor Rd. Pre-Submittal OX-4 TO CX-7-CU (Additional Information) E Molly Stuart Burns

Raleigh Transit Authority Route Committee Meeting

Raleigh Union Station 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC

This committee studies questions dealing with routes, services, passenger amenities. Members: Latonia Williams (Chair)Sara PradoJennifer Truman - Ex-Officio For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Southeast Raleigh Bond Projects Drop-In Open House

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

Please join us to learn and share your thoughts on the programming and activity plans for the park bond projects in Southeast Raleigh: John Chavis Aquatic Center and Heritage Plaza John P. "Top" Greene Community Center South Park Heritage Walk Each designer will share their preliminary concepts for each project and we want to hear from you! Youth activities will be provided. Learn more and get involved! Ages: AllCost: Free

Public Art and Design Board

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

Meeting Details The Public Art and Design Board will meet in person at: John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Raleigh, NC 27601 Contact Raleigh Arts to request an item for the agenda. View agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs Watch this Meeting Virtually The public can view the Public Art and Design Board meeting virtually. Watch the Public Art and Design Board virtually Leave a Public Comment Using Voicemail Public comment voicemails are accepted between 5 p.m. Thursday and 5 p.m. Monday before a Public Art and Design Board meeting. Public comment voicemails will be transcribed and become part of the public record. Comments will be posted to BoardDocs 30 minutes prior to the meeting. One comment per person per meeting is allowed. To leave a public comment for the Public Art and Design Board meeting, please follow these steps: Call 855-925-2801 and enter code 2594 Record your comment. The time limit for public comments is three minutes. Learn more about the Public Art and Design Board

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting — Wake 3 Campus

Wake Tech Perry Health Sciences Building A 2901 Holston Lane

July 31, 20246 p.m. Wake Tech Perry Health Sciences, Building A, 2901 Holston Lane, Raleigh, NC 27610 Wake 3 Campus Post-Submittal OX-7-PL, OX-3-PL, OX-5-CU , OX-5-PL TO CMP (Additional Information) C Toby Coleman Redus

Partner Event: Hillsborough Street $5 Food Walk Wednesdays

Hosted by Live It Up Hillsborough Street. During the summer, restaurants and bars will have $5 small plate or drink offerings to introduce locals to the diverse and delicious food and beverages available from our Hillsborough Street District merchants during their normal business hours.

Art, Education, and Collections Committee

Virtual Meeting

Meeting Details Meetings are held virtually on the first Thursday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. unless listed otherwise on the calendar. For more information about how to join the meeting, please contact Raleigh Arts at 919-996-3610. Learn more about the Art, Education, and Collections Committee

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission — Cancelled

Raleigh Transportation Field Services Building 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh

The registration link and agenda will be available a week before the meeting date. If you subscribe to this meeting series, you will receive the registration link and updates such as news and workshops. This commission meets the first Thursday of every month. Members discuss various stormwater needs and issues. Then, provides recommendations to staff and reports to Raleigh City Council. If you would like to speak at this meeting during public comment, please email us.