Wake Forest's Renaissance Centre announces its 2025 "Summer at the Centre" series, featuring The Embers, Chairmen of the Board, and Murder Mystery Dinners from June to August. Tickets go on sale May 7.

Pokemon card enthusiasts aged 6-12 are invited to Raleigh's local trading and training events on May 16, June 20, and July 18 for card exchanges and skill-building sessions.

The NCFST Mobile Market and Ripe for Revival have renewed their mobile grocery initiative in Wake Forest, offering fresh, local food and additional community services like health screenings and an ice cream social with police.

The City of Raleigh Museum offers a Lunch Box Lecture series every third Thursday, featuring talks like Madison Phillips' on the city's historical red-light district.

Chatham County Public Libraries announce a "Color Our World" themed Summer Reading program from June 7 to August 2, 2025, offering events, free books, and a grand prize drawing.

Chatham Community Library offers tech literacy classes in May and June, including drop-in tech assistance and sessions on Microsoft Excel and the Libby app.

Wake County reports a 27% increase in homelessness in the latest Point-in-Time count, with improved data accuracy due to better survey tools and increased volunteer participation.

Jennifer Herbert earns the Main Street America Revitalization Professional credential, a top honor for her work in downtown development and revitalization in Wake Forest.

The 2nd Friday Art Walk event in Carrboro and Chapel Hill will feature galleries, studios, live music, and poetry on May 9th, inviting community participation.

Wake County announces the start of a new master planning process for its parks and open spaces, emphasizing community engagement and future growth needs.

Raleigh observes Public Service Recognition Week, honoring its nearly 7,000 public servants, from park maintenance to water lab techs, for their contributions to community life.

Raleigh Parks seeks community input through a survey for the new Forestville Road Park Master Plan, aiming to create a park tailored to local needs and desires.

The article emphasizes the importance of hurricane preparedness for Raleigh residents, reflecting on community spirit and mutual aid during past hurricanes.