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We will have 500 sleds to come out and play at Dix Park. We are waiting for enough snow to stick to the ground. We will send a message on social when we are headed out to the park to play.
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Breaking news! ⚠️ A cargo ship is blocking Shelley Lake with duck traffic backing up in both directions. 🦆 Anyone have an extra excavator? 👀
@RaleighGov
@Raleigh_Water
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We love this photo of Lake Lynn one of our patrons shared with us. It’s a beautiful day for a walk in the park!
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Connect with animated storytelling art in Raleigh!
@RaleighArts
is pleased to welcome Austrian artist collective OMAi for a series of interactive animation projections on notable buildings throughout Raleigh from Oct. 27 – Nov. 13.
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A perfect day for a groundbreaking celebration! ☀️🎉 We’re so excited to begin the improvements at Chavis Park! 🙌💯
#RaleighParks
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The day is here! 🎉🙌 The Panthers Play 60 Challenge Course at Barwell Park is officially open! Learn more:
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It's time for the
#RaleighParks
Friday Moment of Zen and this calm moment by the pond at Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve. 🙏😍 Soak up this peaceful scene by the water and let the calming effects of nature relax you. ❤️
#FridayFeeling
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Did you know that even trains need a bath every now and then? 🚂💦 The Pullen Park train is getting ready for all of the Fourth of July visitors. 🎉🇺🇸 See you soon! 👋
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Did you know? 💡
When the male cardinal is caring for his family, his bright red color will often change to a dull shade of brown as camouflage to protect the young. 🐦
Happy Father's Day! ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FathersDay
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School’s out tomorrow, so come play with us! Due to the
@WCPSS
cancellation, Raleigh Parks is operating Weather Bound programming from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 at four community centers. See more info and how to register here:
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Ring in the holiday season with a drive-in movie! 📽️🎅✨ See holiday classics on the big screen at Raleigh parks!
The Grinch - Dec. 4
Elf - Dec. 5
It's a Wonderful Life - Dec. 11
The Polar Express - Dec. 12
🎟️ Tickets are $5 per car. Register online now:
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Water you doing if you're not supporting the
@NHLCanes
tonight?! Raleigh Parks is ready for a Canes victory in Game 6! Let's Go Canes!
#TakeWarning
#SurgeTogether
#LetsGoCanes
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We have some exciting news to share. A section of the new Crabtree Creek West greenway trail is now open to the public. The new section between Ebenezer Church Road and Duraleigh Road is now open. Get the details here.
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"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Today we honor his legacy and contributions to peace, justice, equality, human dignity, and education.
#MLKDay
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While parks and trails remain open, please remember social distancing rules:
✅ Keep 6ft away from others.
✅ Do not gather in groups to picnic, play pick-up sports, etc.
✅ Let others know as you pass on the trail & step aside for others to pass.
Thank you for staying safe! ❤️
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Happy 100th Anniversary to the Dentzel Carousel at Pullen Park! 🎂🎉💯 We're marking the centennial with a month of fun programs and a virtual birthday celebration here:
#RaleighHistory
#RaleighParks
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Thank you to Broughton HS student, Roshan Patel, who volunteered to improve his neighborhood park and honor its namesake, Edna Metz Wells, a beloved Broughton teacher. With a new kiosk, he created a space that is welcoming for all. Thank you for your awesome work, Roshan!
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We're transporting you to Lake Johnson for this week's Raleigh Parks Friday Moment of Zen. 😍 Soak up this quiet moment by the water and let the calming effects of nature relax you. 🌿 Happy Friday everyone! ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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At halftime at the
@Panthers
game today, we were honored to be presented with a $4,000 donation for programs at Barwell Road Community Center! Special thank you to the Panthers and
@theAUDL
. What a great day of football! 🏈 🎉
#RaleighParks
@RaleighGov
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We are currently in the planning and design phase for a proposed new urban park located on a 14-acre site north of downtown Raleigh, Devereux Meadow Park! Join us for a virtual public open house on May 6 at 7 p.m. 💬 Register for the virtual open house:
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Not sure what to do on the
@WCPSS
early release day Friday, Feb. 15? Knock out those service hours and have fun with your peers by volunteering at Walnut Creek Wetland Park! Enjoy hot chocolate and snacks when finished. Register now!
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Dreamville Festival is coming to Dorothea Dix Park! Be aware that there will be disruptions in access at Dix Park. Here's what you need to know:
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Today we celebrate those who love, nurture, and support us! ❤️ Whether aunt, cousin, best friend, or mom, cheers to those who care for us like no one else can. Happy Mother's Day from Raleigh Parks!
#MothersDay
#RaleighParks
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The City of Raleigh
@RaleighGov
will be removing a tree from Nash Square over the next few weeks. The Willow Oak is 90 feet tall and has graced the park for more than a century. Sadly, old age and disease have taken their toll, and we have to say goodbye.
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We're celebrating
#ParksandRecMonth
by highlighting
#RaleighParks
staff! 🎉 Grady Bussey, Senior Recreation Program Analyst, makes community connections to encourage inclusiveness for the African American Cultural Festival, for which he serves on the board. 💪💯
#WeAreParksAndRec
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To improve social distancing, try a new park or take the trail less traveled! Use our Park Locator to explore the over 200 parks and over 100 miles of greenway Raleigh offers. 🌳☀️🙌 Remember to always stay 6 ft away from others. ❤️
#RaleighParks
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We are celebrating
#ParksandRecMonth
by highlighting
#RaleighParks
staff! 🙌 Randolph Johnson, Special Events & Refuse Crew Supervisor, led the team to help set up wellness check stations for almost 30 campsites. He always goes above and beyond! 💪 🥇
#WeAreParksAndRec
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Check out the progress of the John Chavis Memorial Park improvements project! 🙌🎉 The structural steel is nearly complete and the park name wall is done. 💪💯 Visit for more project updates and information!
#RaleighParks
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Make like a tree 🌳 and leaf 🍃 at least 6 feet between yourself and others when in the park! We're all in this together (while apart) to stay healthy and safe. ❤️
#RaleighParks
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Join Raleigh Parks on March 14 to celebrate Pi Day! π 🥧 We're challenging people to walk, run or bike 3.14 miles 👟🚲🥇Complete the challenge and receive a special Pi Day medal! 💪🎉
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The
@CityofOaksFound
has donated Joslin Garden to the City of Raleigh! This 4.3-acre property is located at 2431 W. Lake Drive and features woods, streams, trails, and a diverse collection of native and exotic plants. Learn more here:
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It's a special
#PollinatorWeek
Friday Moment of Zen 🐝❤️ Unwind and enjoy the calming effects of nature while being thankful for all that pollinators do for our environments! 🌿🦋
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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Every day our amazing Service Specialist staff go above and beyond to clean and maintain our facilities for all to enjoy! 💪⭐ Thank you for keeping
#RaleighParks
beautiful and safe! ❤️
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Lake Johnson is Now Offering Bring Your Own Hammock Sites!
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A beautiful morning for the new and improved Moore Square Park Dedication ceremony! ☀️ We can’t wait to show you this amazing new space for all! Join us for the ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. today! 🎉
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Raleigh Parks provides Child Care for Teacher Workday May 16. Registration is tomorrow!
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Raleigh Parks backs the Canes! Let's Go Canes!
@NHLCanes
#TakeWarning
#SurgeTogether
#LetsGoCanes
#StanleyCup
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We're loving the new look at
#DixPark
! Raleigh Parks,
@RaleighArts
, and
@DixPark
are happy to announce a collaboration on a new public art project - painting the daffodils red! See more details here:
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Did you know you need to audibly call “on your left” to alert others when passing on the greenways? 💬
#ShareTheGreenways
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Did you know we have a NEW Bike Repair Station at Walnut Creek Wetland Center?
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We miss seeing you in our programs and facilities. While you continue to enjoy our parks and greenways, we are working hard to prepare our indoor spaces. We will be ready when it’s time to welcome you back! ❤️
#RaleighParks
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Great news! We are excited to announce that Lake Johnson Greenway and Waterfront Center are now open. You can access the park once again by the north parking lot off Avent Ferry Road.
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We're happy to report that the lake at Durant Nature Preserve is refilled and repairs to the lower lake dam are complete. 🎉😍🙌 The loop trail is open and ready for you to explore!
#RaleighParks
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Raleigh-based neon artist Nate Sheaffer will debut his interactive public art installation at Dorothea Dix Park titled Light the Woods with Sound in May.
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Last week, our staff with volunteers from the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board, and the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Commission held a clean-up event on the Little Rock Creek Trail. 🌍💪 They removed 1,800 pounds of litter! Thank you for your amazing work! 🏆🎉
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We're bringing you sunshine and calm for this week's Raleigh Parks Friday Moment of Zen. ☀️😍☀️ Let this peaceful moment watching the grasses sway in the wind bring you the healing that nature provides. 🌬️🌿
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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Need something for your child to do on the
@WCPSS
teacher workday on May 1? Raleigh Parks is offering child care programs to provide a safe alternative for school-age children while parents work. Register now!
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For the
#RaleighParks
Friday Moment of Zen, transport yourself to this peaceful moment on the trail. 😍🍃 Let this quiet moment watching the sun stream through the leaves bring you the calm that nature provides. ☀️ Happy Friday! ❤️
#FridayFeeling
#RaleighGreenways
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Dix Park sunflowers are back this year! Starting in July, 5 acres of sunflowers will bloom at
@DixPark
! As we wait for them to appear, here are our tips for everything you need to know for visiting this special sight:
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It's
#WorldPhotoDay
📸 🎉 We're celebrating by sharing our favorite
#RaleighParks
photos and we want to see yours! Tag us in your favorite photos from your Raleigh parks or greenway adventures. ☀️ 🌳 🙌 What's your favorite park or greenway to snap a photo? 📷 💯
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We're taking you to Anderson Point Park for the Raleigh Parks Friday Moment of Zen. 😍 Let this peaceful moment watching the tall grasses sway in the wind bring you peace and calm. 🌬️🌿 Happy Friday! ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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Did you know? 💡 Raleigh Parks is currently in the planning and design phase for a proposed new urban park located on a 14-acre site north of downtown Raleigh. View the Devereux Meadow Park Public Open House and take the project survey!
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May your Friday be as easy and breezy as this moment in Anderson Point Park. 😍🙏☀️🌳 Let this Friday Moment of Zen bring you all the healing powers that being in nature provides. ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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Calling all nature photogs! 📷 Don't forget to submit your photos of critters you find in
#RaleighParks
🐾 🦊 🐿️ and vote on your favorite! We can't wait to share the winner next week! 🏆 🙌
Submit your image to the photo contest here:
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Happy Thanksgiving from Raleigh Parks! 🦃🥧 This year especially, we're thankful for beautiful nature to explore and the amazing Raleigh community we serve. ❤️
#RaleighParks
#Thanksgiving
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Do you need childcare while school is closed tomorrow? We can help!
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🌸 Spring is here! 🌸 We're so excited for warmer days and blooming flowers! 😍 Where will you enjoy this beautiful first day of spring? Find your park at 🌳 🔍
#RaleighParks
#FirstDayofSpring
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Check out the new series of self-guided walks around downtown! 😎 In collaboration with
@DowntownRaleigh
, explore and get outside with Downtown Raleigh Routes – 1 and 3-mile run/walk routes beginning and ending in Moore Square! 🙌 Learn more here:
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The City of Raleigh will hold two information sessions about summer job opportunities with the City for college and high school students
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Today we appreciate those who love, nurture, and support us! ❤️ Whether aunt, cousin, best friend, or mom, cheers to all those who care for us like no one else can. Happy Mother's Day from Raleigh Parks!
#MothersDay
#RaleighPark
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We spy a little summer sunshine! 🌻🌻👀👀 Nothing brightens up a stroll in the park like lively sunflowers! 😍🤩 Find these sunflowers in John Chavis Memorial Park by the picnic shelters on the other side of the bridge.
#RaleighParks
#JohnChavisMemorialPark
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We officially cut the ribbon on the John Chavis Memorial Park: Past to Present exhibit! 📜 🎉
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"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Today we honor his legacy and contributions to peace, justice, equality, human dignity, and education.
#MLKDay
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What an amazing morning at the ribbon cutting ceremony for John Chavis Memorial Park! 🎉💯 The celebration continues all day - see the full schedule of events:
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It's
#ParksandRecMonth
🎉 Let's celebrate
#RaleighParks
staff! Shout out to the Dix Park maintenance crew, Jonathan Allen, Charles Hill, & Tavis Mitchell! They work hard to provide beautiful spaces for the community to enjoy during a stressful time for all. 🙌❤️
#WeAreParksAndRec
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We are so excited! Will post info on the work day as soon as we have a date scheduled. Thanks & Congrats
@IndyParksandRec
on their prize!
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We are excited to share a sneak peek into the new John Chavis Memorial Park community center! 👀 Take a virtual 360 tour here:
Hope you will be able to join us for the dedication on Saturday, June 12! 🎉 Learn more:
#RaleighParks
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Black History Month is here! 🎉 We'll be sharing important Black
#RaleighHistory
to celebrate all month! 📜 Check out our guide to
#Raleigh
programs, exhibits, and historic landmarks honoring the contributions of African Americans here:
#RaleighParks
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Take in nature, Raleigh. Do it safely. ❤️
In tough times, parks and trails provide necessary respite. Breathe in the fresh air and soak in the sun, but always stay at least 6 feet away from others.
#SocialDistancing
is vital to keeping us all safe.
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Did you know? 💡 Raleigh Parks is currently in the planning and design phase for a proposed new urban park located on a 14-acre site north of downtown Raleigh. View the Devereux Meadow Park Public Open House and take the project survey!
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Did you know? 💡 Red foxes embody fatherly tough love in the animal kingdom. 🦊 When baby foxes reach 3 months, fathers will bury their food close to the den as a way to teach the young how to forage for food. Happy Father's Day! ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FathersDay
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Raleigh is one of 10 communities nationwide receiving funds as part of the 10-Minute Walk campaign! The campaign aims to address the fact that one in three Americans don’t have a park within a 10-minute walk (or half-mile) of home. See more here:
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Black History Month is here! 🎉 We'll be sharing important Black
#RaleighHistory
to celebrate all month! 📜 Check out our guide to
#Raleigh
programs, exhibits, and historic landmarks honoring the contributions of African Americans here:
#RaleighParks
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Animated interactive storytelling is here with OMAi Mapping Stories! Until Nov. 13, notable buildings throughout Raleigh will feature the projection art performances. See all info on locations and times here:
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Have you seen these gorgeous sunflowers around Neuse River Trail?! Share your photos by tagging
#neusesunflowerwatch
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We are currently in the planning and design phase for a proposed new urban park located on a 14-acre site north of downtown Raleigh, Devereux Meadow Park! Join us for a virtual public open house on May 6 at 7 p.m. 💬 Register for the virtual open house:
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🌸 Hello Spring! 🌸 Looking forward to warmer days and blooming flowers! 😍 We hope you enjoy nature for the
#FirstDayofSpring
but please remember social distancing guidelines and stay 6+ft away from others! ❤️
#RaleighParks
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The Black Flea Market is back at Moore Square! 🛍️ Experience the vibe and support local Black-owned businesses on Saturday, July 31, and Saturday, August 7 from 1 to 5 p.m. 🎉 We'll see you there! Learn more:
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Happy
#WorldParksWeek
☀️🌸🌳 Being outside allows for an increase in mindfulness and creativity. 🧠🌎🎨 Share the space with others and always keep at least 6 ft apart! Thanks to
@elliejellybelly07
for this beautiful shot at Pullen Park! 📸❤️
#StaySafe
#NatureNeverCloses
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Enjoy the
#RaleighGreenways
safely and don't forget to:
✔️ Always keep at least 6 ft away from others.
✔️ Visit early or later in the day.
✔️ Stay single file on the trail.
✔️ Warn other users when passing.
Thanks, Raleigh. ❤️
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Check out the new series of self-guided walks around downtown! 😎 In collaboration with
@DowntownRaleigh
, explore and get outside with Downtown Raleigh Routes – 1 and 3-mile run/walk routes beginning and ending in Moore Square! 🙌 Learn more here:
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Behind every fun-filled day on a Raleigh Parks playground is a playground inspector! 💪🎉 Our inspectors minimize the likelihood of serious injury and ensure safety. 🙌 Explore one of our many Raleigh playgrounds today!
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The City of Raleigh and Dorothea Dix Park Conservancy invites you to attend the second public meeting on the master planning of Dorothea Dix Park.
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When visiting streams, don’t trash it! ♻️ Keep the water clean. 💦 It's someone's home! ❤️
There’s a lot of wildlife that call streams their home. Protect critters and don't pollute! 🐢 🐢 🐢
💡 📸 Learn more and enter our photo contest here:
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Get outside and celebrate summer at Dix Park! Sunfest is THIS Saturday!
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We are celebrating
#ParksandRecMonth
by highlighting
#RaleighParks
staff! 🎉 Shout out to Kia Martin who provides around-the-clock support for the software Raleigh Parks uses to deliver our programs and services! 💪 Thank you for your exceptional service! 💯
#WeAreParksAndRec
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It all comes down to Game 7 tonight! Raleigh Parks supports the
@NHLCanes
! Let's Go Canes!
#TakeWarning
#SurgeTogether
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Update! The Pullen Park Train will reopen to the public TOMORROW Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m. The train was closed for annual routine maintenance to the train and track.
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We are headed to the park around 2. The best address is 691 Palmer Drive near Lake Wheeler Road and Umstead Drive. We want everyone to enjoy the snow day, but remember safety 1st. Park roads aren't clear. Please don’t drive. Walk, snowshoe or ski and we will see you out there.
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Let this Friday Moment of Zen transport you to this peaceful moment in Anderson Point Park! 😍🙏☀️🌳 May your weekend be as easy and breezy as this beautiful afternoon in nature. ❤️
#RaleighParks
#FridayFeeling
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Have you ever wanted to shoot some hoops, but you couldn’t find an open basketball goal? We are excited to test a new technology that uses outdoor sensors to detect activity so that you can see the availability of your favorite park amenities.
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Happy Thanksgiving from Raleigh Parks! 🍂 We are reflecting on everything we are grateful for:
🏆 Over 2,600 skilled staff
💪 Over 6,220 volunteers
🌳 200 parks & 118 miles of greenway
🎾 110 tennis courts & 59 ball fields
🏊 8 aquatics centers & pools
and much more!
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🎉 River Bend Park is open! 🎉 This new, nearly 25-acre park in Northeast Raleigh features a playground, a kayak/canoe launch on the Neuse River, access to the Neuse River Greenway trail, and more! 🙌 Learn more here:
#RaleighParks
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In honor of
#HispanicHeritageMonth
, Oscar Carmona, Director of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department, reflects on highlights of his role and what being the first Latinx director of
#RaleighParks
means to him. Check out the interview here:
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Need a good laugh? 😄🤣 Call the
#RaleighParks
Laugh Line! ☎️
Dial 919-996-2759 to hear the joke of the day 📞 👍
We will be updating the joke every day so remember to call back and get your daily laugh! 🙌
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Today is
#NationalTakeAHikeDay
🎉🙌 Get outside and enjoy all the benefits that nature provides! 🌳 ☀️ Need help on where to start and how to hike safely? Learn more here:
#RaleighParks
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