Livable Raleigh

Ghostly Spooktacular
2025-10-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Looking for somewhere to bring your ghouls and goblins?
Well, look no further! Bring them to Green Road Community Center. We will have a fun-packed evening with activities including a ghostly dance party, spooky crafts, monstrous games and more! Kids will leave with a smile and a treat. Costumes are encouraged.
Location: Green Road Community Center
Date: Friday, Oct. 24
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Haunted Trolley Tour
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Discover history, mystery, and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night tour of downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places. Jump aboard and keep your eyes open for ghostly visitors of years past… they’ve just been dying to have you.
Recommended for ages 6 and up due to frightening elements. The trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park. Advanced registration is recommended. Please call 919-996-4364 for tickets or more information.
Times: 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m.
Ages: 6 and older
Cost: $15
Register on RecLink

National Prescription Take Back Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Falls River Pharmacy, 10930 Raven Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
Join the City of Raleigh Police Department and Substance Use Advisory Commission in addressing the drug overdose epidemic by participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) National Prescription Take Back Day!
Safely dispose of your unneeded or expired prescription and over-the counter medications at the local pharmacies listed below. This is a free service and no questions will be asked.
When? Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where? Falls River Pharmacy, 10930 Raven Ridge Rd, Suite 109, Raleigh NC
Wegmans, 1200 Wake Towne Dr, Raleigh NC
Safeguard your community’s safety and health by responsibly disposing of unneeded medication!

National Prescription Take Back Day
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Wegmans Wake Town, 1200 Wake Towne Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Spellbound at Mordecai
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Magic and mayhem abound at Spellbound at Mordecai, presented in partnership with Paper & Stars Studio!
Encounter mysterious characters and amazing magicians, have your fortune told, and decorate a pumpkin to take home for All Hallow’s Eve. Shop for enchanting handmade items and treats at our mysterious market and enjoy family-friendly stage performances, inflatables, and more.
Kids and pets, wear your best Halloween finery to enter the costume contest and parade! The kids’ contest will begin at 12 p.m. and the pets’ contest at 1 p.m.
For an added layer of spooky fun, join The Ghost Guild for their ninth annual Haunted Mordecai presentation. Following last year’s success, they are returning with the engaging walking tour format, where team members will guide small groups through the park to the very locations where their data was collected. Starting on Oct. 1 reserve your FREE tickets in advance on The Ghost Guild’s Eventbrite or on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the event.
This is a family event full of spooky fun for children – no horror, gore, weapons, or full masks, please.
This event is free and open to the public. Go to the Paper and Stars Studio Eventbrite to register to receive event updates. For questions or more information, please call 919-996-4364.
Location: Mordecai Historic Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Register for Spellbound at Mordecai

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The City of Raleigh is offering Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours. Whether you have a simple question about how to work your device or have long-term digital goals, attend our drop-in hours to get assistance and learn more.
Drop-in hours will be held March – December at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource.

Saturday, Oct. 25
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

Cocoa and Conversation - Bragg Street Park Public Art Project
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Bragg Street Park, 1116 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join artist Georgia Tardy at Bragg Street Park for a cup of cocoa and a shared conversation about the neighborhood.
Georgia Tardy is gathering stories and anecdotes about the South Park community that she will incorporate into artwork along the fence at Bragg Street Park. You can stop by to meet the artist and/or share an anecdote over a cup of hot chocolate.
Learn more about this project.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 25
Time: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Bragg Street Park

Closing Reception | Wandering Between Worlds Pullen Arts Center
2025-10-25 14:30 - 16:30 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Wandering Between Worlds
August 2 – October 26, 2025

Wandering Between Worlds features local artists Alison Coleman, Ari Ferro, Jenn Hales, K. Orr Ambrose, Nancy Goodrich, Marcia Moran and Min Zhong. The exhibition explores landscapes, real and imagined.

Learn more about the Exhibition at Pullen Arts Center.

Location: Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Road, Raleigh, NC
Parking: Visitors must have a parking permit between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Check-in at Pullen Arts Center’s front desk for a license plate-based parking permit. View our parking map
Cost: Free and open to the public

To purchase artwork, contact Pullen Arts Center for details.

Trunk or Treat at Sanderford Road Park
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Sanderford Road Community Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join us for a free family event full of fun and treats!
Bring your kids and their candy buckets to Sanderford Road Park to explore all the creatively decorated trunks. Candy will be handed out at each car, and there will be plenty of festive fun to go around. Get ready to have a howling good time!
Location: Sanderford Road Park
Age: All
Cost: Free

Amazing Halloween Alphabet
2025-10-27 15:30 - 16:30 | Hill St Park, 2307 Hill Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Learning the alphabet? Why not do it in a fun way!
Join us for a fun Halloween-themed alphabet hour full of crafts, stories, and songs. Preregistration is required.
Ages: 2 – 5
Cost: $8
Register on RecLink

Fall Carnival at the Pines
2025-10-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Join us for an evening full of fun made just for kids!
Little ones can dress up in their favorite costumes and enjoy an exciting lineup of carnival-style games, win cool prizes, enjoy some fall favorite snacks, and take home a special goody bag.
It’s a fun-filled indoor celebration the whole family will love!
Ages: All
Cost: Free

District C Conversation with Councilor Corey Branch
2025-10-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Halifax Community Center, 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, NC, United States
District C Conversation

Oct 27, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Raleigh, 1023 Halifax St, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA

Midtown CAC Hybrid Meeting
2025-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Eastgate Park, 4200 Quail Hollow Dr,, Raleigh, NC, 27609
Agenda

Hybrid Midtown Citizens Advisory Council Meeting

Monday, October 27, 2025, 7:00-9:00 pm

Eastgate Park Community Center

4200 Quail Hollow Drive

1) 7:00 Call to Order and Welcome to Midtown CAC

2) 7:05 Review and Approval of September 2025 Minutes

3) 7:10 Sergeant Garcia, Raleigh Police Department

Activity and Crime Stats Report for Midtown

Question and Answer

4) 7:30 Rezoning of North Hills, Reference – Z-34-25

Kane Realty

5) 8:30 City Council Updates

Mitchell Silver, District A

Christina Jones, District E

6) 8:45 Old / New Business, Announcements, Remarks

7) 9:00 Adjournment

In Person Location:

Eastgate Park Community Center

4200 Quail Hollow Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

Zoom Meeting Link:

Available by Request

Visit our Midtown CAC Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/MidtownCAC

Dix Park Leadership Committee
2025-10-28 09:00 - 10:30 | Dix Park Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, the Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dorothea Dix Park Master Plan. The Leadership Committee is supported by City staff and will make recommendations to the Raleigh City Council, which has final approval on the implementation of the Master Plan.
Dix Park Leadership Committee Meetings take place at the Dix Park Chapel the fourth Tuesday of every month with exception of summer break and winter holidays.
View meeting agendas and minutes

Planning Commission
2025-10-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The City of Raleigh Planning Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, October 28 at 9 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber. Planning Commission meetings can be viewed on the city’s website and RTN 11.
For more information about the meeting, please contact Bynum Walter or visit the Planning Commission webpage.

A.

Call to Order

B.

Public Comment

C.

Consent Agenda

C.1

Approval of Minutes

Requesting approval of draft minutes from October 14, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting

D.

Report of Committees

D.1

Rezoning Z-20-25: Brier Creek Town Center PD, at the intersection of Arco Corporate Drive and Macaw Street (District E)

Roberta Fox, Committee of the Whole Chair
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The following item was included on the October 23, 2025, Committee of the Whole agenda for discussion:
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Z-20-25 Brier Creek Town Center PD
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If the item is voted out of committee, it would be eligible for Planning Commission discussion and action.

D.2

TC-3-24 Historic Preservation and RHDC

Dwight Otwell, Text Change Committee Chair
The following item was discussed during the October 15, 2025 Text Change Committee meeting:
TC-3-25 Historic Preservation and RHDC
Amendments to State Law and a staff review of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) identified issues in the code that warrant further review and correction. To ensure continuous improvement of the city’s land development regulations and align with State Law, the language of the historic preservation related sections of the UDO are proposed to be updated
The committee voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval of the text change.

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E.

Old Business

F.

New Business

F.1

TC-1-25 Omnibus 2023 2024 Readoption

Justin Bucher, Planning and Development
This amendment updates the Part 10 Unified Development Ordinance to correct errors, clarify procedures, and advance policy goals. It also seeks to reintegrate parts of two previously adopted text changes (TC-2-24 and TC-5-23) that remain valid after recent changes in state law (Session Law 2024-57), which had nullified those prior updates.

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F.2

Rezoning Z-31-25 516 North Blount Street, North of Polk Street Intersection (Council District C)

Hiram Marziano, Planning and Development
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The proposed request would allow for use of the property – with some restrictions – as indoor and outdoor recreation.
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The deadline for Planning Commission action is December 27, 2025.

F.3

TCZ-32-25 Jeffreys Grove School Road Assemblage, west of the intersection of Jeffreys Grove School Road & Creedmoor Road (District A)

Arthur Cashwell IV, Planning and Development
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The rezoning request would increase allowed building height to three stories and 45 feet.
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The deadline for Planning Commission action is December 27, 2025.

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Recommended Action: N/A

G.

Other Business

G.1

Report of the Chair

G.2

Report of the Members

G.3

Report of the Assistant Director

G.3.a

Report of the Assistant Planning Director

Receive as information.

H.

Adjournment

The Commission typically meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal on the Thursday before the meeting date. Planning Commission public meetings are broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. The Planning Commission subcommittee meetings are not broadcast live. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

Safe, Vibrant, & Healthy Community Committee
2025-10-28 11:30 - 12:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR
ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Hours of Operation – Commercial Trash Pickup Page 2
The committee will continue discussion of potential changes to permitted hours of operation on commercial trash pickup. At previous meetings, the committee has received benchmarking information from other communities and presented a survey from commercial haulers on the potential impact. The committee will review additional survey information from business organizations and hospitals, and continue to consider and evaluate potential adjustments.

C. PENDING ITEMS D. ADJOURNMENT

Economic Development and Innovation Committee Meeting
2025-10-28 13:30 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY THE CHAIR
ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED

B.1 Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan
Ken Bowers, Planning and Development
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At the September 23rd Economic Development and Innovation Committee meeting, staff delivered a presentation outlining a multi-phased implementation strategy for the Fayetteville Street Streetscape Plan and discussed preliminary cost implications. Per Committee direction, staff have obtained additional detailed cost estimates and prepared phasing options, along with recommendations for additional placemaking and public art along Fayetteville Street, City Plaza, and Market Plaza.
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Recommended Action: Receive as information and provide feedback on preferred implementation strategy.

C. PENDING ITEMS D. ADJOURNMENT

BPAC Policy Committee -- cancelled
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Policy Committee focuses on pedestrian-related issues such as sidewalk construction and maintenance, crosswalk enforcement, and pedestrian safety.

Meeting Schedule: The forth Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m. unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Joe Caruso (Chair), Kari Barsness, Elizabeth Alley, Alex Rotenberry

If you are interested in viewing the meeting or making a public comment, please contact Barbara.Godwin@raleighnc.gov.

Ghoul Time with Grandkids
2025-10-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Kiwanis Park, 2525 Noble Road, 27608
Come and celebrate intergenerational relationships with fun fall-themed activities!
This special event is a perfect opportunity for grandparents and grandkids to celebrate the holiday. Come and join us at Kiwanis Park for a goodie hunt, tasty treat, and themed crafts! Enjoy the Fall at all of the stations to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon!
Location: Kiwanis Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free for Grandparents, $3 per Child (12 and under)
Register on RecLink

Public Art and Design Board Meeting
2025-10-28 17:00 - 18:30 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Please join us for the Public Art and Design Board meeting from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Public Art and Design Board will meet in person at John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center, or join the meeting virtually.

BPAC Planning Committee -- cancelled
2025-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Planning Committee focuses on bicycle-related issues such as bikeway design, wayfinding, and bicyclist safety.

Meeting Schedule: The fourth Tuesday of every month at 5:15 p.m unless otherwise specified
Meeting Location: Raleigh Municipal Building, Conference Room 419
Members: Pierre Tong (Chair), Mary Jo Gellenbeck, Celise Bravo-Taylor, Tammy Stern

If you are interested in viewing the meeting or making a public comment, please contact Barbara Godwin.

Hillsborough-Wade CAC meeting (virtual)
2025-10-28 19:00 - 21:00 | NC
Hi CAC neighbors,
Our next Hillsborough-Wade CAC meeting is two weeks from today on Tuesday, October 28 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be on Zoom and the link is at the bottom of this email. Please put the meeting on your calendars.
AGENDA
• Phase III of Hillsborough Street improvements, presentation by Jeff Murison of the Hillsborough Street Community Service Corporation.• Libby Stephens will talk with us about the HOST program (Housing Options for Students Today). HOST matches college students who need short-term housing with hosts who provide a safe, private, affirming space in their home.
• YMCA program for Community Service for Teens, Mikayla Escamilla will explain how this program works.
• Report on the new developing relationship between CACs and the City of Raleigh.
All agenda items will have Q&A time following each presentation.
See you on Zoom in two weeks,
Mike

Michael Lindsay
Chair of the Hillsborough-Wade CAC
Mobile: 919-429-0177
inform@nc.rr.com

Hillsborough-Wade CAC meeting on October 28
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Fall Job Fair
2025-10-29 11:00 - 14:00 | Wilder’s Grove Solid Waste Services, 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Attend the City of Raleigh’s Fall Career Fair! Explore exciting opportunities in our newly redefined roles. Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to take things to the next level, this is your chance to “fall” into a meaningful career that helps shape one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 29
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610

What Job Seekers Can Expect:

Connect with departments from across the City of Raleigh.

Explore a variety of career opportunities.

Gain valuable insights into competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pre-Register today
For questions about City of Raleigh careers, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiter@raleighnc.gov or 919-996-2285.

District A Meeting with Councilor Silver
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults, 1901 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27615

Trunk-or-Treat at Lions Park
2025-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, 27604
Get ready for a spooky good time!
Join us for Trunk or Treat, a family-friendly fall celebration filled with music, arts and crafts, costumes, decorated trunks, and of course—treats!
Community partners, local businesses, and City staff will be there to help make the evening extra special. Don’t miss out on this festive fall fun — everyone is welcome!
Location: Lions Park
Ages: 12 and under
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1523 Crest road
2025-10-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
October 30
6 p.m.
Method Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
1523 Crest Rd
Pre-Submittal
RX-3-SRPOD TO RX-7-UL-CU
(Additional Information)
D
Timberly Southerland
Burns

Lake Lynn First Tee Trunk-Or-Treat
2025-10-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613, United States
Join the City of Raleigh and First Tee for a spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat event at Lake Lynn Community Center! Registration is encouraged, but not required.
If interested in hosting a decorated car and handing out candy, it must be packaged and store-bought. Please reach out to julia.egler@raleighnc.gov and amanda.holton@raleighnc.gov.
Location: Lake Lynn Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free

The Haunted at the Pines
2025-10-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Come out, if you dare, for a haunted night at the Pines.
Each ghoul-themed room will have frightful music for the perfect Halloween thrill! Enter at your own risk!
All event proceeds will go to Raleigh Parks’ Play it Forward Financial Assistance Fund.
Ages: 10 and older
Cost: $5 per person
Register on RecLink
Attendees will travel through the haunted house in groups of four.

Halloween at Top Greene
2025-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
Join Us for a Spooktacular Halloween at Top Greene!
You’re invited to the first Truck ‘n Treat, hosted by North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ and community leader Viki Newkirk!
Bring your little ghosts and goblins for an afternoon full of arts & crafts, Halloween treats, and family fun! Costumes encouraged! Let’s make this a safe and fun Halloween celebration for the whole community.
Location: John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required
