North Carolina's LIEAP opens applications for heating bill assistance to older adults and disabled individuals starting Dec. 2, 2024, with payments made directly to heating vendors.

The annual Lighting of Wake Forest event is scheduled for December 6, featuring seasonal activities, local performances, food trucks, a tree lighting, and Santa's arrival.

Moore Square hosts a holiday event with live performances, games, treats, and a Santa visit on Nov 23, benefiting the Fostering Bright Futures Program.

Raleigh's Kiwanis Park hosts "Deck the Gingerbread Halls," featuring activities like crafts, treats, and gingerbread house building to celebrate the holiday spirit.

Downtown Raleigh prepares for their 80th annual Christmas Parade, with new safety measures and road closures, bringing back vehicles and floats for the event.

The Raleigh Youth Council hosts a holiday event with crafts, music, and a toy drive at Abbotts Creek Center on December 7, for children to enjoy and give back.

The Five Points Center for Active Adults offers a Kimekomi tree crafting workshop on Dec. 4, teaching participants to create fabric-covered, ornamented trees.

Raleigh Parks introduces the Poké Pals program for Pokémon card trading and learning the game, open to children and adults, offering a casual, educational experience.

Raleigh's arts scene features festive events throughout December, offering performances and activities to celebrate the holiday season with the community.

The video spotlights Brett Embler's team's efforts to maintain Walnut Creek Athletic Complex, highlighting the dedication required to keep the Raleigh Parks facility top-notch.

The Sertoma Arts Center in Raleigh offers new art classes for various levels, with details and registration available on the city's RecLink portal.

Chatham Community Library will host a screening of "Acts of Reparation" on November 23, featuring a virtual discussion with the film's creator Macky Alston.

The NCDHHS Office of Rural Health is set to observe National Rural Health Day, celebrating rural health care contributions and addressing the challenges faced in these communities.