Our Town: Sept/Oct 2016

Our Town Sept/Oct 2016

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Good Neighbor Day celebrates all those things we have in common with one another.

Come out and meet your

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he Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) will sponsor the 11th Annual Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 18.

This free, family-friendly event will be held from 1-4 p.m. at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. Offering food, fun and family entertainment, Good Neighbor Day celebrates diversity and promotes

goodwill among all of Wake Forest’s citizens.

The “Good Neighbor of the Year Award” will be presented at the event.

The award is Wake Forest’s way of recognizing residents who are committed to preserving, maintaining and improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods and our community.

In the event of rain, Good Neighbor Day will be rescheduled for Sunday, Sept. 25.

Register for basketball in September » Registration for the youth basketball league will be held Sept. 1-30.

Team practices begin in November and games are played from December through February.

Registration is offered online at wakeforestnc. recdesk.com. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. For more information contact Meghan Hawkins at mhawkins@ wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9457. n n n

Rent a town facility for your next special event » The Town of Wake Forest is now accepting 2017 rental reservations for selected town facilities.

Facilities available for rent include the Flaherty Park Community Center, the Alston-Massenburg Center, the Wake Forest Community House and the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts.

Space may also be rented at E. Carroll Joyner Park, Flaherty Park and Holding Park.

To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov and search “facility rentals.” For additional information call 919-435-9560.

■ wakeforestnc.gov, search “Good Neighbor Day”

Labor Day Schedule » Town hall and all administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will not be collected.

Instead, the week’s collection schedule will operate one day later than normal and extend into Saturday. The Wake Forest Loop and the Wake Forest-Raleigh Express will not operate on Labor Day.

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts is available for weddings and special events.

Volunteers are needed for day of service.

Help beautify Wake Forest’s trails In support of National Public Lands Day, the Town of Wake Forest will host a day of service Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Residents of all ages are invited to help plant wax myrtles and participate in an educational hike along the Richland Creek Greenway at Olde Mill Stream, 901 Barnford Mill Road. The activities are led by the Wake Forest Greenways Advisory Board (GAB) and the Wake Forest Urban Forestry Board.

Volunteers are asked to sign up online at wakeforestnc.gov/national-publiclands-day.aspx.

GAB members and town staff will also be at the Smith Creek Soccer Center, 690 Heritage Lake Road, on the day of service from 9-11 a.m. to answer questions about current and future greenway projects and to distribute Bike Walk Run maps.

For details, contact Deanna Welker, Greenways Advisory Board Chair, at packgirl68@gmail.com or 919-426-5026. n n n

Learn about ways to save at the Energy Expo The Town of Wake Forest invites all residents to learn about energy and electric safety at the annual Energy Expo during Public Power Week.

The expo will be held on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m. at Wake Forest Town Hall.

Learn from hands-on demonstrations, try out the “Human Power Plant” and see how energy is created. Wake Forest Power will also display a bucket truck and other equipment.

■ wakeforestnc.gov, search “Public Power Week”

Concerts in the Park returns on Sept. 4 to coincide with Wake Forest Unplugged.

Dual events at Joyner Park help residents get

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n Sunday, Sept. 4, Wake Forest residents will have not one but two events to enjoy at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. Centered around music and good old fashioned recreation, both events offer residents a chance to unplug from devices and take in the outdoors.

Wake Forest Unplugged Sunday, Sept. 4  4-6 p.m.

Join other Wake Foresters for free games and activities at the park. The activities are organized and sponsored by the Recreation Advisory Board as a way of encouraging residents to disconnect from digital devices.

Stay awhile and enjoy the live music which begins at 5 p.m.

Three things you should know about the orangestriped oakworm Many residents have expressed concern about the large numbers of black and yellow caterpillars on trees.

Concert in the Park Sunday, Sept. 4  5-7 p.m.

Dark Water Rising will perform during this outdoor concert presented by PineCone and Wake Forest ARTS. The band’s Native American roots provide the framework for their sound, which can be described as “rocky soul.”

In the event of rain, the concert may be relocated to the Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St. ■ wakeforestnc.gov, search “Concerts in the Park”

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» The orangestriped oakworm tends to be more of a nuisance than anything else. These ravenous feeders prefer willow oak and pin oak, but occasionally they’ll feed on other hardwoods as well.

Dirty Dogs Pet Extravaganza offers a fun day out with your furry sidekick The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Dirty Dogs Spa to host the Fourth Annual Dirty Dogs Pet Extravaganza at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. The event takes place Sept 24-25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ultimate Air Dogs, the premier dock jumping organization, will be on site to present an amazing show.

Attendees will also be invited to enter fun contests ranging from ‘Best Trick’ to ‘Pet-Owner Look-A-Like’ and attend microseminars covering a variety of popular pet topics.

This annual event raises money, awareness, and food donations for local animal rescues and provides pet owners a fun day out with their furry sidekicks.

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» While the damage they inflict on tree leaves looks horrific, it will not kill the tree. Orangestriped oakworms are considered late summer defoliators. As such, they cause less damage since trees are done growing by this time of year.

Friday Night on White series concludes Sept. 9

Last year’s Pet Extravaganza raised over 10,000 lbs. of dog and cat food and over 20 dogs and cats were adopted.

Admission is free. For more information, call 919-435-9560 ■

wakeforestnc.gov, search “Dirty Dogs”

Music at Midday returns in September Area residents are invited to enjoy great music, dine outside, and experience the fall season at the Town of Wake Forest’s Music at Midday weekly concert series.

Sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department and Wake Forest ARTS, the free music series begins Thursday, Sept. 1, and continues on consecutive Thursdays through Sept. 29. Scheduled from noon to 1 p.m., the concerts will feature a variety of local performers and take place in Centennial Plaza, the gateway to the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The concert lineup includes Eugene Taylor

DOWNTOWN

DRUM PROPHET Eugene Taylor provides music therapy to patients in hospitals and rehab centers.

on Sept. 1; Freddy Green on Sept. 8; Mister Felix on Sept. 15; Hope Marasco and Blake Anderson on Sept. 22; and Lee Holt on Sept. 29.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lunch – either from home or a local restaurant – relax, and enjoy the entertainment.

Assorted dessert trucks will be on site during each concert selling desserts and sweet treats. Visit the website to see the schedule of vendors.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “Music at Midday”

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» The infestation is especially bad this year because of the mild winter we had. Freezing soil temperatures play a role in how many larvae survive the winter and emerge from the ground as adult moths in the spring.

The Town of Wake Forest’s outdoor music series will end the season on Sept. 9 with a performance by the band Crush.

Presented by White Street Brewing Co., “Friday Night on White” takes place along South White Street from 6-9 p.m.

Admission is free.

No outside coolers are permitted during Friday Night on White, but beer and wine are available for purchase. All transactions for beer and wine sales are with White Street Brewing Co. tokens. Due to ABC regulations, wine must be purchased and consumed inside the White Street Brewing Co. taproom.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “Friday Night”

2017 Friday Night on White Plans are underway for the 2017 Friday Night on White concert series.

Sponsors are once again needed. If you would like information on how to promote your business through this popular community event, please contact Marketing & Business Relations Specialist Anna Bolton at abolton@wakeforestnc. gov or 919-435-9422. n n n

Historic Home Tour returns this year On even-numbered years, the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman’s Club present the Christmas Historic Home Tour. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3, from 1-7 p.m., rain or shine. The tour will feature approximately 12 historic homes and buildings in the historic area.

Tickets are $18 in advance and $24 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Tickets may be purchased online beginning Oct. 1. Tickets may also be purchased at Wake Forest Town Hall and at several downtown businesses.

For more information, visit wakeforestnc.gov (search for “historic home tour”) or contact Michelle Michael at mmichael@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9516.

■ wakeforestnc.gov, search “Historic Home Tour”

RENAISSANCE CENTRE FOR THE ARTS

Arsenic and Old Lace Sept 16-18, 23-25

Presented by Forest Moon Theater. This is the classic comedy about a pair of elderly ladies who fill the basement of their boarding house with the remains of socially and religiously “acceptable” residents. Advance tickets $15 adult, $13 student/senior; Day of tickets $18 adult, $16 student/senior, plus tax. n n n

Storytelling Pajama Night Oct 14  6:30 p.m.

A fun night of cozying up, drinking hot chocolate and listening to great bedtime stories. Multiple award winner Donna Washington will entertain the young audience with her stories. In Donna’s own words, “Every story is true, except for the parts I make up.” Free.

National Night Out typically takes place on the first Tuesday in August. This year, however, the police department is offering the event in the fall to take advantage of cooler temperatures.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Police event now held in October

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he Wake Forest Police Department will once again host National Night Out to promote crime and drug prevention awareness. This year’s event will be held on Monday, Oct. 3, from 5-7:30 p.m. in the Renaissance Centre parking lot, 405 S. Brooks St. During the free event, the police department will offer child identification fingerprint kits, special prizes, a K-9 demonstration, a D.A.R.E. presentation and information on upcoming Neighborhood Watch initiatives. Fire, police and EMS vehicles will also be on display.

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Neck of the Woods Oct 21  7:30 p.m.

Variety performance series features emerging local artists. Each show is different and may include actors, dancers, musicians and comedians. Enjoy a truly unique and entertaining event and support your local artists! Wine, beer and other refreshments will be available for purchase. Presented and sponsored by Wake Forest ARTS. Tickets $5.

For tickets and complete event information visit wakeforestrencen.org or call the Renaissance Centre box office at 919-435-9458.

A DJ will be on site, along with representatives from Target, the national sponsor of National Night Out. American Legion Wake Forest Post 187 will offer a variety of concessions, including hamburgers and hot dogs, in exchange for a donation to its troop support programs.

Community crime prevention officers will also be on hand to distribute information on topics such as vehicle security, home security, and personal safety.

For more information, contact Officer S. Graham at 919-761-3132.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “National Night Out”

Rockin’ the Forest returns Oct. 28 Here’s your “team” do. Taking their cues chance to stay from the likes of Rockpile, close to home and Faces, NRBQ, and all those discover talented bands that deserve to be on musicians, both every jukebox coast-to-coast, established and Anderson and his Olympian emerging, in northband have mastered the art of ern Wake County’s making great music.

The Rockin’ the Forest concert newest performing Terry Anderson and the OAK Team series continues on Nov. 19 arts venue. with a performance by Johnny The Wake Forest Folsom 4. Sarah Shook and the Disarmers Renaissance Centre for the Arts is pleased to will play on Feb. 24. offer a performance by Terry Anderson and Tickets for each concert are $10 for the OAK Team on Friday, Oct. 28, at 8 p.m. adults and $5 for children 12 and under.

Terry Anderson has one of the noblest Admission is first-come, first-served and agendas in music. He just wants to rock seating is limited. Beer, wine and other and roll, folks. And that’s what he and his refreshments will be available for purchase.

ADMINISTRATION

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Make a difference in our community by serving on an advisory board. Seats are immediately available on these boards: Cemetery, Recreation, Senior Center, Technology and Urban Forestry. To apply for one of these current vacancies, please submit an application by Friday, Sept. 16.

All town advisory boards will have available seats in 2017. The boards include: Cemetery, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Public Art, Recreation, Senior Center, Technology, Urban Forestry Board and the Board of Adjustment. Only citizens that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extraterritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment openings.

To be considered for the upcoming year, please submit an application by Friday, Oct. 14.

Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov (search “advisory boards”) and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For more information contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919435-9410 or dharris@wakeforestnc.gov.

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DMV’s Mobile Driver’s License Unit offered on first & third Mondays The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles offers a mobile driver’s license unit at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre Arts Annex, 407 S. Brooks St., on the first and third Mondays of each month.

Featuring two driver license examiner stations, the new mobile office offers all the driver license services provided in brick-and-mortar offices, including driving tests.

Since the first Monday in September is a national holiday, the mobile unit will only operate on the third Monday this month, Sept.

19. Next month, the mobile unit will be open Oct. 3 and Oct. 17.

The mobile unit’s hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

OPERATION BRIDGE EXCHANGE

Rogers Road bridge on schedule to open in November The N.C. Department of Transportation’s bridge replacement project on Rogers Road is expected to be complete in November. Please continue to support the many businesses who are in the construction area.

NCDOT is replacing the existing two-lane bridge with a five-lane bridge and widening the portion of Rogers Road from Hope Lutheran Church to Forestville Road.

Once completed, the project is expected to improve capacity and safety and relieve the bottlenecks that occur in the area during school rush hours.

Up-to-date information about the Rogers Road bridge replacement project can be found on the town’s website.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “Operation Bridge”

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Dementia awareness education series continues in September The Renaissance Centre will host the third workshop in the Wake Forest Dementia Awareness Education Series on Tuesday, Sept. 20.

“Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors” will be offered from 9:30-11 a.m. at 405 S. Brooks St. Behavior is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. Some behaviors can present challenges for caregivers to manage.

Learn how to decode behaviors, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene.

The moderator for the session will be Peggy Best, Alzheimer’s Association of Eastern North Carolina Chapter Associate Director for Programs and Advocacy.

The session is free and open to the public, but online pre-registration is required at wakeforestnc.gov (search “dementia”).

For more information, contact Renaissance Centre Specialist Debra Horton at 919-435-9566 or dhorton@wakeforestnc.gov.

PUBLIC WORKS

Residents urged to follow bulk waste guidelines To help prevent unsightly piles of garbage along residential streets, the Public Works Department urges residents to adhere to the following bulk waste guidelines. n Bulk waste pick-up is strictly for individual large items in excess of 75 lbs. such as mowers, furniture, swings and bikes. A pile of excess trash is not eligible for bulk waste pick-up. n The town does not pick up certain items such as tires, wooden pallets and electronics. Please check the website for a complete list of items that the town is able to collect. n Bulk waste pick-up is by request only. Please email bpearce@ wakeforestnc.gov or call 919-435-9570 to request a pick-up. n Bulk waste is picked up on Tuesdays. However, depending on the number of requests we receive that week, your items may not be picked up until Wednesday. n Bulk items should be placed away from trees or power lines so the arms of the truck can safely pick up the items without hitting the trees or lines.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “bulk waste”

Electronics (TVs, computers, printers) cannot be collected by the town.

Anything With a Plug Recycling, a Raleigh-based business, provides electronic waste removal service.

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ABSOLUTE EMERGENCY LIQ. SALE!

YOUR GOVERNMENT Loose leaf collection resumes in October The town’s loose leaf collection service begins Monday, Oct. 17, and continues through midMarch. During this period, vacuum trucks pick up loose leaf piles weekly at every Wake Forest residence.

When preparing leaves for collection, residents are urged to place leaves behind the curb, not in the street or gutter, so they do not interfere with traffic or drainage. Do not mix sticks, rocks, pine cones, limbs or other debris with loose leaves.

■ wakeforestnc.gov, search “leaf collection”

Pick up your free wall calendar The Town of Wake Forest’s new 2017 wall calendar will be distributed free to residents during Good Neighbor Day on Sept. 18. After the event, visit town hall to get your free copy.

Fall foliage tours offered in October Residents are invited to enjoy the vibrant colors of autumn while also learning about native trees during two fall foliage tours Wednesday, Oct. 26, at E. Carroll Joyner Park.

Urban Forestry Coordinator Jennifer Rall will offer the free, onehour tour at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. In the event of rain, the tours will be rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 28.

Parents and children of all ages are welcome and no registration is required. Anyone interested in participating is encouraged to meet at the information kiosk located near the Joyner Park parking lot. For more information, call 919-435-9560.

Board of Commissioners Meetings Third Tuesday | 7 p.m.

Town Hall Board Room

Board of Commissioners Work Session First Tuesday | 5:30 p.m .

Town Hall Board Room

Planning Board Meetings First Tuesday | 7:30 p.m.

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Watch meetings live on WFTV 10. n Watch meetings live or on-demand in streaming video: wakeforestnc.gov/ government-boardof commissioners.aspx. n Watch re-broadcasts of meetings on WFTV 10 at 9 a.m., 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. daily for up to two weeks after the meeting.

WFTV WFTV 10 can be found at digital channel 97.5. Watch it live online at wakeforestnc.gov/ wftv-10.aspx.

STAYING INFORMED E-NOTIFIER

Halloween Spooktacular

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TRICKS & TREATS Thursday, Oct. 27  4:30-8:30 p.m.

Flaherty Park Community Center

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he Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Ghostly games and goodies will be offered.

Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Costumes are optional, but best costumes will Community Center, 1226 N. White St. be featured on the town’s website.

Admission to the event is free.

This year’s festivities will Trick-or-treating is always on Oct. 31 include a costume contest, face painting, a haunted In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs maze and cupcake walk, on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week along with a variety of Halloween falls on – this year it’s on a Monday. other ghostly games and The Wake Forest Police Department encourages activities. Free pumpkins trick-or-treating between 6-8 p.m. and reminds will be given away while parents to make sure their little ghosts and gobsupplies last. lins observe all safety precautions.

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wakeforestnc.gov, search “halloween safety”

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