Hello Friday. April 19 2024 
This is a contributor-submitted Voices piece, written by Cara McLeod of the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. Want to join the conversation? We invite you to write for us. Learn how to share your voice here.
When I am not working, you may find me running on a greenway or at a local playground with my son. I love being outside + sharing the benefits of outdoor playtime with my little one. The City of Raleigh is extremely fortunate to have 138 miles of greenway and over 10,000 acres of parkland. I love living in a community that prioritizes these amazing assets. 
Cara and her son at Peach Road Park | Photo via Cara McLeod Since 1985, America has celebrated July as Park and Recreation Month. A program of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the goal is to raise awareness of the essential services that parks + recreation professionals provide to communities across the US.
This month, cities across the country will celebrate with the theme Our Parks and Recreation Story. We will highlight stories that show how our community is stronger, more vibrant, and more resilient because of parks and recreation. You will hear from Nico who learned to play tennis at Millbrook Exchange Park, Beth who teaches ESL classes, Bill and Peggy who met at Fletcher Park as children, and Adrien who participated in our athletics program. Watch the videos here.
These stories show the difference parks make every day + the important role they play in our growth and development. We hope you will celebrate this month by visiting one of Raleigh’s parks. If you have a story to share, find us online.
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The next time you want to get out and explore the state, skip a car ride and head for the train station. NC By Train is a family-friendly travel option that connects Raleigh and Charlotte (a ~3-hour trip) by offering 8 daily trips between the two cities — with many stops along the way. 
Experience a different form of travel, and check out new cities and attractions | Photo via N.C. Department of Transportation A train ride is an ideal way to travel with children as the seats are comfortable, there’s more legroom than on a plane + they can get up, stretch and move around more freely. #ProTip: Ask for a conductor activity book with fun games and activities to play during the ride. To get your next adventure started, NC By Train is offering a special $5 summer kids fare now through August 31. Customers can use discount code V256 when booking to take advantage of the one-way $5 fare for one child (ages 2-12) with the purchase of a regularly priced adult ticket (limit one child per adult). Ⓟ NEWS NOTES
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The Raleigh Night Market is back on Thurs., July 13 in Moore Square located at 226 E. Martin St. Enjoy a night filled with live music and entertainment + shop locally-made goods. The event will take place from 5-9 p.m. and is free to attend. ProTip: Pups are welcome to tag along for a pawsome time. #DYK that your photos and quotes could be featured in our newsletter? Just use #RALtoday on social media. THE WRAP
#RALcurrent: What we’re currently doing — Carly is jamming out to oldies in preparation for tonight’s Music Bingo + Laura is patiently waiting for the sunflower fields at Dix Park and the NCMA to start blooming.
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