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Body and Soul: The Intimate Experience of Civil War Soldiers

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

Join us at the City of Raleigh Museum to explore the personal experiences of Civil War soldiers through three unique perspectives. Dr. James Broomall, The Good Death Undone: The Fate of North Carolinians at Gettysburg Dr. Douglas Porter, “The Unholy Cause”: Religion and Dissent in Civil War Era North Carolina. Wade Sokolsky, Raleigh's Confederate Hospitals, 1861-1865 Ages: AllCost: Free

Elections, Libraries staff partner on one of largest initiatives to date

Southeast Regional Library 908 7th Avenue, Garner

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 Black Farmer’s Market

Southeast Raleigh YMCA 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC

Stop by and say hello to our Community Engagement team at the Black Farmers' Market. 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 in partnership with Emancipate NC

Raleigh Historic Development Commission Meeting

One Exchange Plaza 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY

Public Meeting - July 16, 2024 The Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, July 16 at 7:45 a.m. in Suite 100, One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NC 27601. Pubic participation is now available in person and remotely via voicemail. To leave a public comment for the Raleigh Historic Development Commission, call 855-925-2801 and enter code 1887. Visit the RHDC page for more details. For questions about the meeting, please contact [email protected] 1. Call to Order A. Roll Call 2. Consent Items A. Approval of Minutes from June 18, 2024 3. Public Comment A. Public Comment - Limit to 3 minutes B. Voice Mail Public Comment 4. New Business A. Recombination/Recorded Plat: RCMP-0125-2024 (521 Elm St) This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. B. Recombination/Recorded Plat: RCMP-0141-2024 (1028 W South St) This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. C. Annual Retreat 5. Committee Reports A. Research B. Community Awareness C. Certificate of Appropriateness 6. Other Business A. Report of Commissioners B. Report of Historic Preservation Unit This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 7. Adjournment A. Adjourn Meeting The Commission typically meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:45 a.m. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal. […]

Tarboro Road Park Redevelopment Drop-In Design Workshop

Tarboro Road Community Center

Please help to design the new and improved Tarboro Road Park. Join Raleigh Parks and the project design team for a drop-in design workshop. For more information, please visit Tarboro Road Park Improvements. Ages: AllCost: Free

Arts Commission

Pullen Arts Center 105 Pullen Rd., Raleigh, NC, United States

Meeting Details The Arts Commission will meet in person at: Pullen Arts Center105 Pullen RoadRaleigh, NC 27607Contact Raleigh Arts to request an item for the agenda. View agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs Watch this Meeting Virtually The public can view the Arts Commission meeting virtually. Watch the Arts Commission virtually 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: 1321, 1405 Athens Drive

Pullen Park Community Center 408 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC

July 16, 20247:30 p.m. Pullen Community Center, 408 Ashe Ave Raleigh, NC 27606 1321, 1405 Athens Dr. Pre-Submittal R-4 TO R-10 OR RX-3 (Additional Information) D

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.

Design Review Commission – CANCELLED

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. Meeting agendas are added to the BoardDocs agenda management portal. 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.

Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board

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

1. Call to Order 2. General Public Requests and Comments – (Please limit comments to 3 minutes) 2.1 We invite each person wishing to speak before the Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board to stand at the podium, state your name and address, and make your statement. Your information will be received and either placed on the next agenda, forwarded to a subcommittee, forwarded to the Raleigh City Council, referred to the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Director, or received as information. 3. Presentation 3.1 Raleigh Parks Plan Update 3.2 Kyle Drive Property - Proposed Renaming This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 3.3 Greenway Master Plan Update and Implementation This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 4. Action Item 4.1 Kyle Drive Property Master Plan Adoption This Agenda Item Contains an Attachment. 5. Directors Report 5.1 Director 6. Committee Reports - Standing Committees 6.1 Parks Committee 6.2 Fred Fletcher Volunteer Committee 6.3 Greenways Committee 6.4 Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee 7. Committee Reports - Liaison Representatives 7.1 Arts Commission and PADB 7.2 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission 7.3 City of Raleigh Historic Cemeteries Advisory Board 7.4 Dix Leadership Committee 7.5 Historic Resources and Museum Advisory Board 7.6 Nomination Ad hoc Committee […]

Battling Across the Color Line

City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

African American Baseball Symposium Gather at the City of Raleigh Museum for an enlightening exploration of the pivotal role African Americans have played in shaping the history of baseball. This event promises to unite scholars, enthusiasts, and former players in a deep dive into the rich tapestry of African American contributions to America's favorite pastime. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the profound impact of African American athletes on the sport and society as a whole. Cost: FreeAges: All ages

Elections, Libraries staff partner on one of largest initiatives to date

Oberlin Regional Library 1930 Clark Avenue

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 […]