Raleigh is calling for nominations for the 2025 Tree of the Year, with voting to start after the nomination period from April 2-16. The winner, announced on April 25, will receive a certificate and a yard sign.

Wake Forest ends loose leaf collection; from March 17, only compostable bags or containers under 50 pounds are allowed for yard waste, to reduce plastic in landfills.

Carrboro announces a series of spring festivals celebrating community, culture, and the environment, highlighted by the Earth Day Celebration & Open Streets, Freight Train Blues music series, and Carrboro Day. Details are on the town website.

The Raleigh Fire Department is offering a free emergency response training for volunteers through the CERT program, covering skills like fire safety and disaster medical operations.

Wake Forest TAB hosts STEM Saturday on April 12 at Joyner Park for K-12 students to explore science and tech through interactive exhibits and activities.

The City of Raleigh Museum offers free historical lectures during lunchtime every third Thursday, including topics on women-owned green businesses and historic landmarks.

Carrboro invites residents to celebrate Orange County Creek Week with activities like a BioThon and a scavenger hunt to appreciate and explore local waterways.

Raleigh invites Biltmore Hills residents to discuss the local bikeway project on March 8 at the community centre.

The Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum in Raleigh offers a free African American Third Ward Walking Tour, highlighting the area's historic black neighborhood and its ties to Shaw University.

Barwell Road Community Center introduces personal development classes for adults and teens, with twice-weekly sessions to aid in self-improvement and goal setting.

Wake Forest authorities remind residents to adjust their clocks for daylight saving time on March 9 and to also replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

Wake Forest's Easter Eggstravaganza is returning on April 5, 2025, at Joyner Park with an egg hunt, live entertainment, and a special zone for children with disabilities. The event is community-supported and does not require registration.

Raleigh Parks' new 'Sights & Sounds' video series showcases the auditory experiences of the city's green spaces, highlighting the natural sounds found in parks to foster appreciation for nature's narrative.