Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 201 Bragg Street

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

Dec. 19 5:30 p.m. John P "Top" Greene Community Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601 201 Bragg St Pre-Submittal R-10 TO NX-3 (Additional Information) C Catherine Brown Tate

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board

All Faith's Chapel at Dix Park 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6 p.m. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public. This meeting will be streamed for public viewing - watch meeting.

Cuts & Christmas

Sanderford Road Community Center 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC

Come on out to Sanderford Road Community Center for free haircuts, games, food, and fun! Our partners at All-Embracing Barber and Beauty Shop will be offering free haircuts and handing out gifts for all children! Ages: 1 - 18Cost: FreeRegister on RecLink

Native Wildlife

Forest Ridge Park 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC

Join us for a wild adventure as we explore the amazing creatures that call Falls Lake home. Through exciting games, hands-on activities, and fascinating stories, you'll discover how these animals survive, hunt, and stay safe in the great outdoors. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature!Location: Forest Ridge ParkAge: 6-11Cost: $3

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission

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.

‘Bottom Rail on Top’: Black Civil War Reenactors

Pope House Museum 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the powerful stories of Black soldiers who shaped American history. Join us for an unforgettable event where the United States Colored Troops and their allies bring to life the courageous men who fought for freedom, both on the front lines and in the camps. Hear their incredible stories of bravery, sacrifice, and resilience, and gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in shaping our nation's past. Best of all, this inspiring event is completely free! Don’t miss this opportunity to witness history come alive—bring your friends and family and be a part of this meaningful experience. This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org Location: Pope House Museum Age: All Cost: Free No Registration Required

Emancipation Day Trolley: Oberlin Village Tour

Pope House Museum 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC

Located on the outskirts of Raleigh, Oberlin Village was a vibrant African American community established after the Civil War. Celebrate Emancipation Day by joining local historian Carmen Wimberly Cauthen and Historic Turner House Foundation director Cheryl Williams for a guided tour of Oberlin Village. This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org Location: Pope House Museum Age: All Cost: $4 for Children / $10 for Adults

Music of Freedom

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

Don't miss the grand finale of our Emancipation Day celebration: Music of Freedom! Join us for an inspiring evening of classical music performed by the talented Strings of Color, as they honor the abolitionists whose contributions to music played a vital role in the fight for freedom. This is a unique opportunity to experience powerful music while learning about the courageous individuals who helped shape our nation's history. Best of all, this unforgettable event is completely free! Bring your friends and family for an evening of history, music, and inspiration you won't want to miss. 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

City Budget Listening Session – District D

Pullen Park Community Center 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC

  The City of Raleigh wants to hear from you! The Budget and Management Services Department is hosting eight listening sessions to hear how residents want their tax dollars spent. Your input is critical to creating an equitable City budget. Join us at the Pullen Community Center for a City budget listening session on Monday, Jan. 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register online. If you speak a different language and need interpretation, let us know in the sign up form, and we'll provide an interpreter free of charge. Learn more about our budget listening sessions. More Events in this Series

City Budget Listening Session – District A

Millbrook Exchange Park 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC

The City of Raleigh wants to hear from you! The Budget and Management Services Department is hosting eight listening sessions to hear how residents want their tax dollars spent. Your input is critical to creating an equitable City budget. Join us at the Millbrook Exchange Park Community Center for a City budget listening session on Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register online. If you speak a different language and need interpretation, let us know in the sign up form, and we'll provide an interpreter free of charge. Learn more about our budget listening sessions.