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Parks in the Creative District: Pullen Park – A Year Later

Posted on November 26, 2012 by raleighparks

It’s a year later at Pullen Park and the magic is still there! Just over a year has passed since the amusement areas of Pullen Park reopened following its multi-year/multi-million dollar renovations.  The CP Huntington miniature train ride is still … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Carolina Pines Community Center

Posted on July 3, 2012 by raleighparks

Almost forty years ago the Carolina Pines Community Center opened and this week the community celebrated its grand re-opening after several months of renovations.  The dedication ceremony highlighted the history of the community center, the hard work and dedication throughout … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Method Road Playground Opening

Posted on March 21, 2012 by raleighparks

If you’ve been waiting for the Method Road playground to be finished, now is the time to check it out!  The playground underwent renovations during the Fall and the work was finally completed last week. Method Road Park is located … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Isabella Cannon Park Update

Posted on March 1, 2012 by raleighparks

Since opening last July, Isabella Cannon Park has continued to blossom. The trees and shrubs are providing a nice backdrop to the landscape and the fresh patch of green grass in the middle is giving frisbee enthusiasts and dog lovers … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Caraleigh Park

Posted on February 1, 2012 by raleighparks

If only every neighborhood had pocket parks like Caraleigh Park. Despite needing some TLC, it offers a quick recreational outlet to folks in the nearby neighborhood. Caraleigh Park is located at 110 Maywood Ave, just south of Downtown Raleigh and East … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Pullen Park Preview

Posted on November 18, 2011 by raleighparks

Excitement was in the crisp Fall air during the Pullen Park preview event on Thursday afternoon and it’s not going to die down any time soon.  Children played on swings, adults rode the newly renovated carousel, and the train sounded … Continue reading →

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Funding Your Neighborhood Projects

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Kristen Rosselli

As a reader of this community-focused blog, you no doubt recognize how meaningful your neighborhood is to your day-to-day life. The City of Raleigh also realizes that our neighborhoods play an important role in making Raleigh a desirable place to … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Eliza Pool Park

Posted on November 9, 2011 by raleighparks

With the Fall season in full effect, it’s a great time to explore a park and see the leaves changing color.  Eliza Pool Park near downtown Raleigh is no exception with its vibrant orange, yellow, and red leaves and its … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Method Road Park

Posted on October 26, 2011 by raleighparks

Method Road Park is a busy park with several recreational and community activities going on, despite the small footprint you see from the road. Method Road Park is located at 514 Method Rd, just inside the beltline, near the intersection … Continue reading →

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Parks in the Creative District: Chamberlain St Playground

Posted on October 12, 2011 by raleighparks

Chamberlain St Playground is most notably known for being a popular place to play basketball.  Usually a time doesn’t go by when I pass this park and a group of teens or college kids aren’t outside playing a pick-up game.  … Continue reading →

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