• Fair Housing Conference: Fair Housing is Still Law 2.0

    Join us for a dynamic day of learning, discussion, and collaboration at the FairHousing Advisory Board Fair Housing Conference: Fair Housing is Still Law 2.0 on Friday, May 15! Whether you're a housing provider, advocate, policymaker, or community member, this event offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of fairhousing laws and regulations—and how they continue to shape equitable communities. Seats are limited and registration is required for this free event.

  • Community Cares Collaborative Meeting

    White Memorial Presbyterian Church 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh

    The Community Cares Collaborative meets: Every other month on Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. White Memorial Presbyterian Church (lunch provided) Guest speakers, roundtable discussions, capacity-building activities Free to participate Members are encouraged to share updates, engage in group learning, and explore ways to collaborate. Regular communication helps keep all partners informed and connected. Register here 

  • Top Greene’s “Adornment of Grace” Hat Show Contest

    John P. (Top) Greene 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh

    Come out and show off your best hat at Top Greene. This special Hat Show honors and celebrates Black culture and the rich tradition of hat-wearing through style, creativity, and self-expression. Please join us for The Hat Show Contest, a celebratory event honoring creativity, style, and cultural expression on Sunday, May 17, from 3 – 6 p.m. We will feature a special guest, Dr. Donna Corbett, and The Mary Corbett Hat Collection will showcase a timeless collection of her mother’s vintage hats, highlighting the enduring elegance and cultural influence of classic millinery. From refined silhouettes to bold statements, this presentation honors the legacy of style passed from one generation to the next, and Erica Kendrick, a ceramic artist, sculptor, and educator Best Hat Contest Everyone who attends will be entered into the contest and have the opportunity to showcase their hat for a chance to win a FREE 3-hour rental at Top Greene. Bring your confidence, your culture, and your crown — because the hat makes the statement. Come out, show love, and help us make this a night to remember! Details Location: John P. Top Greene African American Cultural Center Ages: All Cost: $15 (All attendees are automatically entered […]

  • 2nd Annual Legal Lift

    McKimmon Center NCSU McKimmon Center 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Are you a small business owner navigating taxes, changing laws, or insurance? Are you looking to start a business in or move a business to Raleigh? Join the City for the 2nd Annual Legal Lift, a free, day-long event for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn about best practices for legal, accounting, banking, and insurance to run your small business in Raleigh. You'll connect with coaching services and experts from law firms, banks, insurance firms, and entrepreneurial support organizations, for free! When? Monday, May 18, from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Where? McKimmon Conference and Training Center at NC State 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh NC 27606   You'll meet representatives from Smith Anderson, EisnerAmper, Jones Advisors, Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF), Institute Capital (ICAP), North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC), and North State Bank. Registration opens in April—stay tuned for more info. Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level!

  • City Council Work Session

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Watch Council Meeting Live Stream Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting. Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

  • City Council Afternoon Session

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Presentation of Proposed Operating Budget and Proposed Capital Improvement Program Watch Council Meeting Live Stream Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting. Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

  • Arts Commission

    Raleigh Arts Conference Room 27 W HARGETT ST STE 302, Raleigh, NC

    Meeting Details View agenda and past meeting minutes on RaleighNC.gov. Links to the agendas and minutes for upcoming meetings will appear next to the meeting information listed on the page at the appropriate time. For meetings prior to October 2025, view agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs. Leave a Public Comment Using Voicemail Public comment voicemails are accepted between 5 p.m. Thursday and 5 p.m. Monday before an Arts Commission 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 Arts Commission meeting, please follow these steps: Call 855-925-2801 and enter code 6491 Record your comment. The time limit for public comments is three minutes. Learn more about the Arts Commission

  • Reflecting Raleigh Technical Team – Land Use

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    Technical Teams are topic-based teams of subject-matter experts who meet to provide guidance and develop policy recommendations for the City’s Next Comprehensive Plan. Five teams will be organized by key topics included in the next plan: Land Use Transportation Housing and Neighborhoods Natural Resources Infrastructure and Services Each Technical Team will include: City staff Representatives from City boards and commissions Technical experts from the Raleigh community

  • Planning Commission Text Change Committee

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The Text Change Committee is a subcommittee where changes to the zoning code, known as the Unified Development Ordinance, are discussed. This subcommittee reviews the language of any potential code change. The committee typically meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building in Room 305. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Text Change Committee can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.

  • Recycling Tour at Sonoco

    Wilder's Grove Solid Waste Services 630 Beacon Lake Dr, Raleigh, NC

    Raleigh residents can take a behind-the-scenes tour of the City's recycling partner Sonoco Recycling located at 111 South Rogers Lane in Raleigh. Join the Solid Waste Services Communications team to see first-hand how recyclables get sorted, processed, and prepared. It's an excellent opportunity to learn about the process of recycling right here in our community! 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM Arrival at Solid Waste Services Wilders Grove Facility Bus will depart at 9:45 a.m. for Sonoco Recycling. 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Solid Waste Services Recycling in Raleigh Presentation Members of the Solid Waste Services communications team will give an overview of how recycling works in the city of Raleigh. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Sonoco Facility Tour 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Bus return to Solid Waste Service Wilders Grove

  • Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Meeting

    Raleigh Pathways Center 900 S. Wilmington Street

    The Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities addresses the needs of people with disabilities and their families in the City of Raleigh. View the meeting agenda and minutes on BoardDocs. Date: Thursday, May 21 Time: Noon-1:30 p.m. Location: Raleigh Pathways Center 900 S. Wilmington Street Raleigh, NC 27601 For more information, visit Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities

  • Design Review Commission

    Raleigh Municipal Building 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, United States

    The Commission typically meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Design Review Commission can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page. Design Review Commission public meetings will be broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.