• Raleigh Wide Open Panels First Friday

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    The Gospel program at Raleigh Wide Open brings the sounds, stories, and spirit of gospel music to life through dynamic talks at the City of Raleigh Museum. Appaloosa Redd joins Greensboro musician and storyteller Colin Cutler for a conversation on the Gospel of the Blues, followed by Kendall Kent’s exploration of the gospel quartet tradition and the resonant artistry of the bass voice. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Friday, Oct. 3 Time: 5-9 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

  • Fire Prevention Week at Lowe’s Home Improvement

    Lowes Home Improvement 4831 Grove Barton Road, Raleigh, NC

    The Raleigh Fire Department and Lowe's Home Improvement are partnering to present this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme during Lowe’s Community Outreach Event. Families and community members are invited to stop by and learn about important fire safety practices, including this year’s focus on “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” Date: Saturday, Oct. 4 Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Lowe's Home Improvement, 4831 Grove Barton Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

  • Mugs and Markers! Storm Drain Marking Pop Up

    The Optimist Raleigh 4509 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC

    Join us at The Optimist Raleigh to mark some storm drains! The first few folks to pick up their storm drain markers at The Optimist Raleigh, mark a drain, take a selfie, and return to the table will receive a City of Raleigh coffee mug! What is Storm Drain Marking? Storm Drain Marking is a stormwater volunteer program that raises awareness between the connections of stormwater drainage systems, local waterways, andthe impacts of pollutants. Help us make sure everyone knows that only rain should go down the storm drain! Note: This is a drop in event. Registration is not required.

  • Art On The Greenway Ride Series – Ride 2

    NC Museum of Art 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC

    Ride Information Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. 16 miles - North Carolina Museum of Art to Shelley Lake and back. View route information Our second ride will be a little longer starting at the North Carolina Museum of Art. From there, we will ride together north toward Shelley Lake, making a couple of stops along the way to imagine where and how public art could be added to this section of the greenway. The pace will be fun and social. Expect to maintain an average of 10 mph.

  • Grab Your Fans, We’re Dancing Again!

    Biltmore Hills Park 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC

    Please join us for Biltmore Hills second annual Dance for the Cure, in celebration of all Cancer survivors and warriors who are still in the fight. This family-friendly event will offer fun and exciting line dances, vendors, food, and more. Whether you want to join in the dancing or support from the sidelines, this is an event you won't want to miss here at Biltmore Hills! Location: Biltmore Hills Park Age: All Cost: $5 Register on RecLink

  • Falling for Local

    Dorothea Dix Park 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC

    With live music from local talent and loads of FREE fall fun – including hay rides, inflatables, lawn games, kids activities, seasonal photo ops, and a pumpkin patch – you don't want to miss this family-friendly event! Dine from 50+ local food trucks Shop with 100+ makers and independent businesses Sample NC craft beer and ciders Raleigh Fire will be in attendance, celebrating Fire Prevention Week For the live music lineup and list of vendors, follow the link below. More event details Date: Saturday, Oct. 4 Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: The Big Field at Dorthea Dix Park

  • The Gospel Program at Raleigh Wide Open Festival

    City of Raleigh Museum 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC

    The Gospel program at Raleigh Wide Open brings the sounds, stories, and spirit of gospel music to life through dynamic talks at the City of Raleigh Museum. Cultural producer Cardo Grant curates the Gospel Radio Lab, a three-part series tracing gospel radio from its Piedmont roots, through its role in the Civil Rights era, and into its digital-age future. Together, these sessions honor gospel’s enduring power to shape culture, strengthen community, and inspire across generations. Presented by the North Carolina Folklife Institute in partnership with PineCone, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the North Carolina Arts Council. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Saturday, Oct. 4 Time: 12 - 3 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free

  • Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours

    Green Rd Community Center 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC

    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 March - December at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource. Saturday, Sept. 6 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd. Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

  • Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours

    Raleigh Pathways Center 900 S. Wilmington Street

    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 March - December at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource. Saturday, Oct. 4 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Raleigh Pathways Center; 900 S. Wilmington St. Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

  • Stream Monitoring Workshop

    Walnut Creek Wetland Center 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC

    Join Stormwater staff for a training workshop for the stream monitoring program! About the Workshop The course will cover basic stream ecology, how to collect water quality samples, and include time for volunteers to practice sampling in the creek. Please come prepared to get a little wet and muddy in the creek. Long pants and boots are strongly encouraged. Registration for this workshop is required.

  • Dominican Heritage Festival

    Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Music, Food and Culture! Join us at the Dominican Heritage Festival! Stop by our Community Engagement van to pick up free resources and learn about city services. Sunday, October 5 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Carolina Pines Community Center 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh   ¡Acompáñanos en el Festival de la Herencia Dominicana! Visita nuestra Camioneta de Participación Comunitaria para recoger recursos gratuitos y conocer más sobre los servicios de la ciudad. Domingo, 5 de octubre 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Centro Comunitario Carolina Pines 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh

  • Fire Prevention Week at Home Depot

    Home Depot 4901 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC

    The Raleigh Fire Department will be hosting a Fire Prevention Week display at Home Depot on Capital Boulevard. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” Visitors will have the opportunity to learn how to keep their homes safe from lithium-ion battery fires by: Choosing the right equipment Charging devices properly Safely recycling lithium-ion batteries Stop by our display to pick up fire safety resources, ask questions, and discover practical steps you can take to protect your family and home. Date: Sunday, Oct. 5 Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Home Depot, 4901 Capital Boulevard Share