LGBTQIA+ Historic Context Study Phase II Kickoff

Halifax Community Center 1023 Halifax Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

Phase II of the LGBTQIA+ Historic Context Study Help us unlock the history and discover past and present locations that are important to the LGBTQIA+ community in Raleigh. The Phase II kickoff community meeting will be held in person on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Halifax Community Center (1023 Halifax St). Join the City's Historic Preservation staff to meet the new project consultant, receive project updates, and share stories of where LGBTQIA+ people gathered, met, celebrated, loved, and lived. Can't make the meeting? We'll post a meeting summary on the project webpage.

Wetland Conversion of Upper Durant Lake

Campbell Lodge at Durant Nature Preserve 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh

Raleigh Stormwater and Raleigh Parks are hosting the second public open house for the Wetland Conversion of Upper Durant Lake project. Join us to learn about the project progress and next steps, the preferred wetland alternative, and how you can get involved! Details When: Wednesday, July 24, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Where: Campbell Lodge at Durant Nature Preserve, 3237 Spottswood Street, Raleigh, NC 27615 Note: The meeting location is accessible through the south entrance of Durant Nature Preserve. Please type and use the full address of the lodge to populate accurate directions. Learn more about the Upper Durant Lake project.

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.

West Raleigh CAC Summer Social

Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church 4900 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh

  West Raleigh CAC Summer Social Wednesday July 24th from 6pm - 8pm We are inviting you to join the West Raleigh CAC for our annual Summer Social on Wednesday July 24th starting at 6pm. This in person gathering is taking place at: Western Blvd Presbyterian Church 4900 Kaplan Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606 Cookies and drinks will be provided and you are welcome to bring some light snacks to share with our members. We will discuss the Library Bond question that will be on the November ballot and hope to have some Members of Raleigh Police and Fire as well as City staff and Council members attend. Look forward to seeing you in July! follow us on facebook  

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 4020 Sumner Blvd.

Millbrook Exchange Park 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC

July 24, 2024 7:00 p.m. Millbrook Exchange Park Community Center, 1905 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh NC, 27615 4020 Sumner Blvd. Pre-Submittal CX-4-CU TO CX-5-CU (Additional Information) B Sam Morris Redus

Virtual NC HUB and NC DBE Certification Quarterly Session

Virtual Meeting

Are you a minority or woman-owned business owner? Are you looking to expand your opportunities for exposure? Do you want more opportunities to increase your cash flow? If you answered “YES” to these questions, this information session is for you! If your business is not certified, please join the City of Raleigh's MWBE Program, NC DOA/HUB Office, and the NC DOT/DBE Office to learn the requirements and process to apply for certification. Benefits of Certification as HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) & DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise): Increased exposure to business and procurement opportunities Addition of your business to the online directory Receive bid notices from all government organizations Provides opportunities for business development And, more… Who should apply? The business must be 51% or more owned and controlled by the following minority groups: Black Americans Hispanic Americans Pacific Asian Americans American Indians Females Disabled - A person with disability as defined in G.S. 168-1 or G.S. 168A-3 Disadvantaged - A person who is socially and economically disadvantaged as defined in 15 U.S.C. § 637

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee

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

A. Call to Order – Chair 1. Roll Call 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes: June 27, 2024 4. Minor Work Report This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. B. Evidentiary Hearings - New Applications 1. COA-0055-2024: 1102 GLENWOOD AVENUE This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 2. COA-0057-2024: 506 TILDEN STREET This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 3. COA-0066-2024: 515 POLK STREET This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. C. Deferred - Not Being Heard 1. COA-0006-2024: 803 GLENWOOD AVENUE 2. COA-0053-2024: 601 ELM STREET D. Other Business 1. Committee Discussion E. Adjourment 1. Adjourn Meeting RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee public meetings are held in the Raleigh Municipal Building, City Council Chamber. A broadcast is available via the following methods: the city’s website; the city’s YouTube Channel or Channel RTN-11. Agenda and ParticipationVisit the Certificate of Appropriateness webpage for additional information and how to participate. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal. PLEASE NOTE: Applications should be submitted using the city’s online Permit and Development Portal. If you have any questions about the application process or about the meeting date, time, etc., please contact staff at historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov.

Grand Slam Trivia

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

Get ready to knock it out of the park with an exciting evening of baseball trivia and refreshments at the City of Raleigh Museum, surrounded by the fascinating Diamond Days Exhibit! Join us for a grand slam of fun and knowledge, where you can enjoy a great game, learn something new, and mingle with fellow enthusiasts. It's an event that combines the thrill of trivia with the excitement of exploring baseball history – an experience you won't want to miss! Ages: 12 and olderCost: Free

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.