Monthly Archives: May 2011

Consensus marks CAC changes

The Raleigh City Council last month approved a plan to revise the boundaries of the city’s Citizen Advisory Councils (CACs) for the first time since their creation 38 years ago. The vote was remarkably quiet, lacking even the slightest contentiousness. … Continue reading

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The Saturday Market At Rebus Works – Saturday May 28

Rebus Works gallery, located in historical Boylan Heights, downtown Raleigh, has started The Saturday Market at Rebus Works.  The idea is to combine farmers, crafters, and food and beverage trucks in one location.  Although the idea is not new, it … Continue reading

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Raleigh Family Attractions: Historic Yates Mill Park

We’ve posted about Historic Yates Mill before and their weekend tours. This is a short video by local real estate agent that shows a good look at the mill and the area around Steep Hill Creek. Yates Mill is a … Continue reading

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Raleigh’s Pedestrian Plan – Get Involved!

Pedestrian Plan Public Involvement Opportunities Three ways to get involved…

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2nd Annual Triangle Breakfast Club Capital Cornhole Classic

June is right around the corner and you know what that means…the tournament you’ve been training for all Spring is back! We’re shutting down Fayetteville Street once again to bring you the 2nd Annual Triangle Breakfast Club Capital Cornhole Classic … Continue reading

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Will Lake Johnson Return to its’ Normal Water Levels?

It’s a great time of year to enjoy time at Lake Johnson. Whether you like a to walk or run on the Greenway, fish from the bridge, or explore the lake on a paddle boat, there are countless ways to … Continue reading

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This Weekend: Drive-In Movie Night and Community Garden Day

Everyone is invited to a movie night on May 21st and a community garden planning session on May 22nd at the Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church in the Avent West neighborhood. See the details below from the Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church … Continue reading

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What’s New at the Got to Be NC Festival?

By now, you’ve marked your calendars for May 20-22 and made plans to be at the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh for the fourth annual Got to be NC Festival. To help you plan your trip, here’s a sneak peak at what’s … Continue reading

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Dialing 9-1-1 vs The Non-Emergency Number

I was at a neighborhood meeting recently where the topic of calling 9-1-1 came up. If you’re like me, you’ve been trained to only dial 9-1-1 if it’s an emergency. Is that the case today? The short answer is no. … Continue reading

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Hillsborough Street Rolls Out The Red Carpet for “Raleiwood’s” Outdoor Summer Movie Series

Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets and get ready for  “Raleiwood on Hillsborough Street – Outdoor Summer Movie Series”.  The Series will kick off on May 19th and will continue the first and third Thursday of every month … Continue reading

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