Livable Raleigh

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 2233 & 2321 Capital Blvd (Z-50-25)
2026-07-15 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Kiwanis Neighborhood Center, 2525 Noble Road, Raleigh
July 15, 2026
5:30 p.m.
Kiwanis Neighborhood Center, XL Room, 2525 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC 27608
2233 & 2321 Capital Blvd
Z-50-25
Post-Submittal
IX-3-PL TO CX-20-CU
(Additional Information)
C
Jason Barron
Marziano II

Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Meeting
2026-07-16 12:00 - 13:30 | 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, July 16
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.

Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board
2026-07-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 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.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Viewing the Revolutionary Age through an LGBTQ+ Lens
2026-07-16 19:00 - 20:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Queering Our 250th

Megan L. Cherry is an associate professor at North Carolina State University who specializes in seventeenth- and eighteenth-century North American history. This lecture will take a look at several lesser-known Americans from the Revolutionary era to show that sexuality and gender were being contested at the same time as our war for independence.
Details
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Thursday, July 16
Time: 7 – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Live After 5
2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
We’re excited to welcome select Live After 5 performances to Moore Square as part of Downtown Raleigh’s summer concert series, presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.
Join us for free live music, food trucks, and an unforgettable evening downtown. Shows begin at 7 p.m.
Live After 5 Moore Square Dates and Lineup

July 16: River Shook*
*This event is rescheduled from Thursday, June 4, to accommodate a Canes watch party in Moore Square!
July 30: Fancy Gap
August 13: Harvey Street

Learn more about Live After 5
Details
Location: Moore Square Park
Dates and Time: Select Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Ages: Family-friendly
Cost: Free

Community Cares Collaborative Meeting
2026-07-17 11:30 - 13:30 | White Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
Join our next meeting!
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

Biltmore Hills Park Master Plan: Public Meeting
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Come join Raleigh Parks and let us know what you think about the new proposed plan for Biltmore Hills Park.
Tell us how you would make the park and the new park land off Cross Link Road better for everyone to enjoy. We’ll be outside between the pool and playground, with popcorn, snow cones, and games (while supplies last!). A cooled indoor area will also be open for more information and conversations with staff.
Accommodations and interpretation services are available upon request. Please contact BiltmoreHillsUpdate@publicinput.com.

Common or Complicated… One Thread Dance Workshop
2026-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join us for a powerful community arts experience celebrating the stories, journeys, traditions, and lived experiences that shape our connections to America.
Through storytelling, movement, and collaborative artmaking, participants will explore personal histories, family journeys, and their own experiences in America through creative expression while contributing meaningful textile items such as fabric, scarves, T-shirts, and blankets. These collected materials may be incorporated as movement props or assembled into a temporary collaborative art installation featured during the final informal sharing. Together, participants will help weave a living reflection of memory, identity, resilience, and connection. Registration is required.
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, July 18
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: 15 and older
Cost: $31
Register on RecLink

second organizing meeting for restarting Raleigh’s Central CAC (Citizen Advisory Council)
2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
Our second organizing meeting for restarting Raleigh’s Central CAC (Citizen Advisory Council) is on Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 PM in the John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center (401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.).
We hope to create a new Central CAC board that reflects the diversity of our community. So please get involved and consider being nominated to a board position. It’s a great way to meet your neighbors! We want to have a list of nominations that we can vote on at our meeting in July.
Please respond to Mike Motsinger (michael.motsinger@gmail.com) and Brian Rineer (brineer@bellsouth.net) and let them know about your interest in restarting the Central CAC. Also let them know if you would like to serve on the new Central CAC board and be nominated to a particular position (Chair, 1st and 2nd Vice Chair, Secretary, and Multimedia Coordinator).

Moore Square Soccer Watch Party
2026-07-19 15:00 - 18:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
The World Cup excitement continues at Moore Square!
Experience every goal, save, and celebration alongside fellow fans at the World Cup Final Watch Party. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, including beer and wine.
Details
Location: Moore Square
Date: Sunday, July 19
Time: 3 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Summer Concert Series
2026-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2026 Summer Concert Series
July 19 – Thelonius
Fred Fletcher Park – 805 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC
Time: 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Know Before You Go

Please bring your own blanket or chair
Performers may change without notice
Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged
At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe
At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages
Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m.
It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468

East CAC
2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, 27604
Hey Eastsiders!

The East CAC will meet Monday, 20 July at 7 PM at Lions Park Community Center. On the agenda is the vote for new CAC chair. We will also get community updates.

Hope to see you Monday!

Regards,

Mark Turner

>acting chair, East CAC

Arts Commission
2026-07-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Arts Conference Room, 27 W HARGETT ST STE 302, Raleigh, NC, 27601
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

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 5750 Louisburg Rd. (Z-04-26)
2026-07-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N. New Hope Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
July 21, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Marsh Creek Community Center, 3050 N New Hope Church Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
5750 Louisburg Rd
Z-04-26
Post-Submittal
NX-3-PK TO RX-3-CU
(Additional Information)
B
Ashley Honeycutt Terrazas
Hunt

Dix Park Stewardship Committee Meeting
2026-07-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Dix Park Chapel, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
The Stewardship Committee will advise the Dix Park Commission on the implementation of the Dix Park Master Plan and related projects, and steward community engagement efforts.

Design Review Commission
2026-07-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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.

Police Advisory Board Meeting - CANCELLED
2026-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Police Advisory Board serves as a liaison between the Raleigh community and City Council. The board will help build trust and relationships between the Raleigh Police Department and the community.
Location
Raleigh Pathways Center, Conference Room 200
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Streaming link here.

Celebrate a New Space for Play at Carolina Pines
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
Help us celebrate the newly renovated playground at Carolina Pines with our campers!
Enjoy music, light refreshments, bubbles, and a special photo opportunity.
Event Details
Wednesday, June 23, from 10 – 11 a.m.
110 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
RSVP preferred but not required by Wednesday, June 16
Email: RSVP@raleighnc.gov

RHDC Certificate of Appropriateness Committee
2026-07-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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 Participation
Visit the Certificate of Appropriateness webpage for additional information on how to participate. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC COA can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.
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.

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2026-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Sanderford Road Community Center, 2623 Sanderford Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27610
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 June – August at two Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource.

Saturday, July 25
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Sanderford Community Center; 2623 Sanderford Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

Extreme Heat and Your Electricity Bills
2026-07-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
You must register to get free food:
https://secure.ngpvan.com/cBFCym62Q0qR5rf5KR624Q2

Closing Reception | Artifacts: Storytelling Through Material Forms Exhibition at Pullen Arts Center
2026-07-25 14:30 - 16:00 | Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
Artifacts: Storytelling Through Material Forms
May 3 – July 26, 2026
Join us for a closing reception for Artifacts: Storytelling Through Material Forms on Saturday, July 25 from 2:30 – 4 p.m. Check out the artwork, meet the artists, and enjoy an evening of community at Pullen Arts Center
Artifacts: Storytelling Through Material Forms is a mixed media exhibition showcasing works by Shakeeka Brooks, Chris-Annia Dobson, and Michelle Wilkie which explore identity, heritage and culture through various mediums.
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.

World Drowning Prevention Day Clinic
2026-07-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 HWY, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
Save a Life, it might be your own!
Join us for a free 2-hour hands-on session to learn and practice drowning prevention and resuscitation techniques. The American Canoe Association and Rescue Instructor Alliance will lead this session on World Drowning Prevention Day, setting you up to recognize water hazards, drowning prevention techniques, and how to respond to a distressed swimmer. No prior experience is needed.
The session will take place outdoors at Forest Ridge Park’s waterfront and have attendees actively participate, including getting into the water at Falls Lake and practicing scenarios along the shoreline. All equipment is provided. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please contact Forest Ridge Park for more information.
Details
Location: Forest Ridge Park
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Ages: 12 and older
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Summer Concert Series
2026-07-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2026 Summer Concert Series
July 26 – Capital
Fred Fletcher Park – 805 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC
Time: 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Know Before You Go

Please bring your own blanket or chair
Performers may change without notice
Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged
At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe
At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages
Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m.
It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468

Public Art and Design Board Meeting
2026-07-28 17:00 - 18:30 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Please join us for a meeting of the Public Art and Design Board from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Public Art and Design Board meets in person at the John Chavis Memorial Park Community Center, or you may join the meeting virtually.

Trail Safety - Heat, Pets, Bikes, and Nature: Summer Safety Series Session 7
2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Millbrook Exchange Park, 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615
This session will cover topics such as hot pavement paw safety, snakes, bike repair, hydration, trail rules, and river hazards. The session is for hikers, cyclists, dog owners, families, seniors, and trail runners. Learn to stay safe and confident while enjoying the best greenways and trails in the country.

Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Date: July 28
Location: Millbrook Exchange Park
Registration is encouraged.

Learn more about the Summer Safety Series.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 7600 Falls of Neuse (Z-15-26)
2026-07-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Mount Vernon Church, 7600 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, 27615
July 29, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Mount Vernon Church, 7600 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
7600 Falls of Neuse
Z-15-26
Post-Submittal
R-4 TO OX-3-PL-CU
(Additional Information)
A
Preston Mitchell

Fair Housing 101 Training
2026-07-30 13:30 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Presented by Legal Aid
Join us for the Fair Housing 101 training designed for all City of Raleigh Housing staff and public.
This session will cover foundational fair housing principles and help strengthen our collective understanding of federal, state, and local protections.
Reach out to complianceandplanningunit@raleighnc.gov with any questions.

Live After 5
2026-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Moore Square, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
We’re excited to welcome select Live After 5 performances to Moore Square as part of Downtown Raleigh’s summer concert series, presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance.
Join us for free live music, food trucks, and an unforgettable evening downtown. Shows begin at 7 p.m.
Live After 5 Moore Square Dates and Lineup

July 30: Fancy Gap
August 13: Harvey Street

Learn more about Live After 5
Details
Location: Moore Square Park
Dates and Time: Select Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Ages: Family-friendly
Cost: Free

Summer Concert Series - CANCELLED
2026-08-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
2026 Summer Concert Series
Aug. 2 – The Holly Springs Community Band
Fred Fletcher Park – 805 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC
Time: 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Know Before You Go

Please bring your own blanket or chair
Performers may change without notice
Concerts are free, but tips are encouraged
At Pullen Park, food will be available for purchase at the cafe
At Fletcher Park, please bring your own food and beverages
Pullen Park Amusements are open until 8 p.m.
It may be canceled for inclement weather. For updates, contact 919-996-6468
