Mar 1, 2012 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
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 a place to play. On a typical day,...
Feb 15, 2012 | Events, Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Even though the Historic Yates Mill County Park has only been open for less than six years, Yates Mill dates back to the early 1800’s and is the only gristmill still standing in Wake County. Throughout the mill’s history it changed ownership about a dozen...
Feb 8, 2012 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
With so many parks and programs in the Creative District, and Raleigh in general, it’s no wonder additional part-time help is needed in the busy summer months. Whether you want to work at a pool, community center, or at a summer camp there are several...
Feb 1, 2012 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
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 of South...
Jan 25, 2012 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Sweaty, hot, outdoor, fun! That’s how I remember summer camp. Whether you’re looking for summer activities for your 3 year-old or your teenager, for your budding scientist or your future Warhol, the City of Raleigh Summer Camp program has something for...
Jan 21, 2012 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
With the recent rain we’ve had in the Raleigh area, the spillway at Lake Johnson has been converted into a roaring waterfall. From the large rocks at the base of the spillway, the rushing water creates a waterfall that you don’t have to go to the mountains...
