Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins: n Lock your car doors.
The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense. n Remove all valuables from your car or
lock them in your trunk. If your valuables
are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the window) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in
cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock
the
vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report
the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recovering the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
TRICKS & TREATS Halloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a familyoriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pumpkin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ halloween-safety.aspx.
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open MondayFriday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open MondayFriday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-4359563 or mlileton@wakeforestnc.gov. View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/ recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
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. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, including when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more information about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516. n n n
Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wakeforestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at lisa@wakeforestdowntown.com or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
WFTV Watch it live online Anyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at wakeforestnc. gov/wftv-10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel. The channel can be viewed on Digital Channel 97.5.
Glad You Asked
TOW N O F WA K E FO R E S T Q & A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communications Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/businessnewbusinesses.aspx.
YOUR GOVERNMENT Board of Commissioners Meetings Third Tuesday | 7 pm Town Hall Board Room
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Our Town September/October 2014
Town of Wake Forest 301 S. Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-435-9400
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www.wakeforestnc.gov
TOWN of WAKE FOREST POSTAL CUSTOMER
First Tuesday | 5:30 pm Town Hall Board Room
Planning Board Meetings First Tuesday | 7:30 pm Town Hall Board Room Have agendas delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up at: wakeforestnc.gov/ enotifier.aspx. n
9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. 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 the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or vjones@wakeforestnc.gov.
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our community by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extraterritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisoryboards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-4359410 or dharris@wakeforestnc.gov.
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 am, 3 pm and 9 pm. daily for up to two weeks after the meeting.
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Our Town is published bi-monthly by the Town of Wake Forest Communications Department Communications & Public Affairs Director Bill Crabtree 919-435-9421 bcrabtree@wakeforestnc.gov
News highlights
If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
T
he Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the applicant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determining factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday mornings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or kwester@wakeforestnc.gov.
Proud to be a Tree City Community for 34 years
Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-culturalresources.aspx or call 919-435-9560. Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays. n n n
REVERBNATION
Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour
Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.
Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins: n Lock your car doors.
The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense. n Remove all valuables from your car or
lock them in your trunk. If your valuables
are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the window) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in
cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock
the
vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report
the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recovering the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
TRICKS & TREATS Halloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a familyoriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pumpkin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ halloween-safety.aspx.
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open MondayFriday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open MondayFriday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-4359563 or mlileton@wakeforestnc.gov. View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/ recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
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. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, including when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more information about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516. n n n
Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wakeforestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at lisa@wakeforestdowntown.com or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
WFTV Watch it live online Anyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at wakeforestnc. gov/wftv-10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel. The channel can be viewed on Digital Channel 97.5.
Glad You Asked
TOW N O F WA K E FO R E S T Q & A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communications Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/businessnewbusinesses.aspx.
YOUR GOVERNMENT Board of Commissioners Meetings Third Tuesday | 7 pm Town Hall Board Room
Board of Commissioners Work Session
Our Town September/October 2014
Town of Wake Forest 301 S. Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-435-9400
PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. Postage PAID Raleigh, NC Permit #722
www.wakeforestnc.gov
TOWN of WAKE FOREST POSTAL CUSTOMER
First Tuesday | 5:30 pm Town Hall Board Room
Planning Board Meetings First Tuesday | 7:30 pm Town Hall Board Room Have agendas delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up at: wakeforestnc.gov/ enotifier.aspx. n
9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. 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 the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or vjones@wakeforestnc.gov.
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our community by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extraterritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisoryboards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-4359410 or dharris@wakeforestnc.gov.
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 am, 3 pm and 9 pm. daily for up to two weeks after the meeting.
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Subscribe to E-News and have the town’s electronic newsletter delivered directly to your inbox each month. E-News subscribers also receive The Week Ahead, a weekly email publication that provides information about upcoming events, as well as E-Alerts offering urgent notifications and traffic alerts. Sign up for E-News at: wakeforestnc.gov/enews.aspx
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E-Notifier alerts subscribers to the availability of Board of Commissioners and Planning Board meeting agendas. Subscribers also receive New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. Sign up for E-Notifier at: wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx
Our Town is published bi-monthly by the Town of Wake Forest Communications Department Communications & Public Affairs Director Bill Crabtree 919-435-9421 bcrabtree@wakeforestnc.gov
News highlights
If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
T
he Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the applicant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determining factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday mornings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or kwester@wakeforestnc.gov.
Proud to be a Tree City Community for 34 years
Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-culturalresources.aspx or call 919-435-9560. Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays. n n n
REVERBNATION
Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour
Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.
At y o u r ser v i c e
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose 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 trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechanical breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner Park
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accepting 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facilityrentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Learn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Center are accepted at the AlstonMassenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-information.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Bond referendum scheduled for November Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects.
investments at once, the property tax impact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of assessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the The bond referendum calls for three tax impact. There are multiple projects ballot questions that voters will consider included in each bond order. The timing separately: $6.3 million for street and of these projects and the respective debt sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for issuance is expected to be spread out over parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 seven years. million for greenway improvements. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its Though the bond itself would be $25.1 citizens to vote and offers voter informamillion, it would contribute to projects tion, such as how to register and where worth $55 million. Much of the difference to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/electionbetween the amounts is made up by grants. information.aspx. Potential projects include new streets and For more details about the bond sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner referendum and answers to frequently Park, expansion of the Northern asked questions, visit wakeforestnc. Wake Senior Center and gov/2014-bond-referendum. WAKE greenway improvements. aspx. For additional information, FOREST Assuming voters choose contact Finance Director Aileen to invest in all three bond Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc. referendum issues and that the town gov or 919-435-9461. embarked on all three 2014
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CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER
The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public databases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc. gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
EVENTS
upcoming
Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week
The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc. gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center
The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
U pc o m i n g E v e n t s Helium Sept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m. Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a retired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea Tea Saturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the princess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a variety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Carolina Puppet Theater. Sept. 3, 17; Oct. 1, 15; 11 a.m. Storytelling, music $6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov. Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’ Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
H a pp e n i n g M o n t h l y
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics
On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
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flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. Wake Forest Unplugged
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and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5. Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Playbook; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free. Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5. Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre
405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
Programs
Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc. gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567. Acting Adventures. Ages 4-6 Beginning Crochet (Amigurumi). Ages 11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for Middle School. Grades 6-9 Burning Coal Theatre—Screenwriting. Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and up n Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and up n Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids, Ages 5-8
Join our Mailing List
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/ renaissance-centre.aspx.
At y o u r ser v i c e
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose 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 trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechanical breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner Park
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accepting 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facilityrentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Learn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Center are accepted at the AlstonMassenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-information.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Bond referendum scheduled for November Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects.
investments at once, the property tax impact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of assessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the The bond referendum calls for three tax impact. There are multiple projects ballot questions that voters will consider included in each bond order. The timing separately: $6.3 million for street and of these projects and the respective debt sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for issuance is expected to be spread out over parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 seven years. million for greenway improvements. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its Though the bond itself would be $25.1 citizens to vote and offers voter informamillion, it would contribute to projects tion, such as how to register and where worth $55 million. Much of the difference to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/electionbetween the amounts is made up by grants. information.aspx. Potential projects include new streets and For more details about the bond sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner referendum and answers to frequently Park, expansion of the Northern asked questions, visit wakeforestnc. Wake Senior Center and gov/2014-bond-referendum. WAKE greenway improvements. aspx. For additional information, FOREST Assuming voters choose contact Finance Director Aileen to invest in all three bond Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc. referendum issues and that the town gov or 919-435-9461. embarked on all three 2014
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CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER
The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public databases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc. gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
EVENTS
upcoming
Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week
The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc. gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center
The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
U pc o m i n g E v e n t s Helium Sept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m. Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a retired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea Tea Saturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the princess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a variety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Carolina Puppet Theater. Sept. 3, 17; Oct. 1, 15; 11 a.m. Storytelling, music $6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov. Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’ Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
H a pp e n i n g M o n t h l y
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics
On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
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flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. Wake Forest Unplugged
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and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5. Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Playbook; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free. Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5. Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre
405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
Programs
Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc. gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567. Acting Adventures. Ages 4-6 Beginning Crochet (Amigurumi). Ages 11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for Middle School. Grades 6-9 Burning Coal Theatre—Screenwriting. Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and up n Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and up n Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids, Ages 5-8
Join our Mailing List
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/ renaissance-centre.aspx.
At y o u r ser v i c e
Loose leaf collection begins in October The Town of Wake Forest’s loose leaf collection program begins Oct. 1 and continues through mid-March. Please place loose 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 trash with loose leaves. The town’s vacuum equipment is only designed to pick up loose leaves, so your cooperation will help prevent mechanical breakdowns. Other yard waste, such as limbs and brush, should be placed behind the curb in a pile separate from leaves. Town crews will collect these materials on your normal collection day. For daily updates on leaf collection during the season, call the leaf collection hotline at 919-435-9582. For more information about yard waste collection, call 919-435-9570 or visit wakeforestnc.gov/yard-waste.aspx.
2015 facility rental reservations accepted
Enjoy fall foliage tours at Joyner Park
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is now accepting 2015 facility rental reservations for selected town facilities. To view rates and floorplans, visit wakeforestnc.gov/facilityrentals.aspx. Reservations for the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave., and available spaces at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, are accepted at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. For information, call 919-435-9560. Reservations for the Alston-Massenburg
Learn about native trees during two walking tours. The tours will be held Wednesday, Oct. 29, at E. Carroll Joyner Park at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each tour will last one hour and involve walking along approximately one mile of paved greenway. Parents and children of all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Meet at the information kiosk next to the Joyner Park parking lot.
Center are accepted at the AlstonMassenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. For information, call 919-554-6189. Reservations for the Flaherty Park Community Center are accepted at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. For information, call 919-554-6726. The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is also accepting reservations. To learn more, visit wakeforestnc.gov/rental-information.aspx or contact Renaissance Centre Manager Pamela Stevens at 919-435-9566.
Bond referendum scheduled for November Wake Forest voters will get the chance to head to the polls on Nov. 4 to weigh in on a $25.1 million bond for three separate capital projects.
investments at once, the property tax impact could be up to 2 cents per $100 of assessed property value. However, the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners’ intention is to stagger the projects to minimize the The bond referendum calls for three tax impact. There are multiple projects ballot questions that voters will consider included in each bond order. The timing separately: $6.3 million for street and of these projects and the respective debt sidewalk improvements; $14.2 million for issuance is expected to be spread out over parks and recreation facilities; and $4.6 seven years. million for greenway improvements. The Town of Wake Forest encourages its Though the bond itself would be $25.1 citizens to vote and offers voter informamillion, it would contribute to projects tion, such as how to register and where worth $55 million. Much of the difference to vote, at wakeforestnc.gov/electionbetween the amounts is made up by grants. information.aspx. Potential projects include new streets and For more details about the bond sidewalks, the second phase of Joyner referendum and answers to frequently Park, expansion of the Northern asked questions, visit wakeforestnc. Wake Senior Center and gov/2014-bond-referendum. WAKE greenway improvements. aspx. For additional information, FOREST Assuming voters choose contact Finance Director Aileen to invest in all three bond Staples at astaples@wakeforestnc. referendum issues and that the town gov or 919-435-9461. embarked on all three 2014
BOND
CHARGING IT UP New electric charging stations give Wake Forest a boost As greater numbers of electric cars take to our streets and highways the availability of electric charging stations is especially vital. Thanks to a generous grant, Wake Forest will install two charging stations in the public parking lot in front of town hall, 301 S. Brooks St. The installation of the electric charging stations is underway and both stations are expected to be operational this fall. “The availability of electric charging stations in public places gives communities an economic and environmental one-two punch,” said Deputy
Town Manager Roe O’Donnell. “First, these stations provide drivers an incentive to come into town where they can easily charge up while shopping, sightseeing or dining. Second, because electric cars don’t pollute as much as gas-powered cars, they’re much better for our state’s overall air quality.” The grant was made possible by the NCDOT in conjunction with the NC State University Solar Center through the North Carolina Solar Center Clean Fuel Advanced Technology Project. To learn more about the initiative, visit cleantransportation.org.
Improving emergency communication The Town of Wake Forest has transitioned to the Nixle town-to-resident phone notification service. With this service, town leaders can send voice messages to residents and businesses within minutes with specific information about time-sensitive issues such as emergencies and local community matters. ADD YOUR NUMBER
The Nixle phone number database contains numbers received from public databases, including phonebooks. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. Register online by visiting wakeforestnc. gov/nixle.aspx. If you cannot register online, you can text 27587 to 888777 to receive text message notifications, or call 919-435-9400 to complete your registration over the phone. After you submit the initial registration form, you may start the registration process again and submit more numbers for the same address. For answers to FAQs, visit wakeforestnc.gov/nixle.aspx.
EVENTS
upcoming
Disconnect from your electronic devices and join other Wake Foresters for an afternoon of free games and activities at Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. Stay awhile and enjoy Concert in the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Unplugged is produced by the Wake Forest Recreation Advisory Board.
Public Power Week
The Town of Wake Forest will join over 2,000 other public power cities and towns across the country Oct. 5-11 to celebrate the benefits of being a public power community. Wake Forest has been a public power community since 1909. As the town’s public utility, Wake Forest Power is owned and operated by the residents of Wake Forest.
The utility strives to provide superior service to nearly 7,000 local customers. For more information about Public Power Week events and activities visit wakeforestnc. gov/public-power-week.aspx or call the Town of Wake Forest at 919-435-9400.
Fourth Friday Flix at the Alston-Massenburg Center
The Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St., hosts free movie showings at 7 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month. The screenings feature a variety of film favorites for children and adults. Concessions available. Call the center at 919-554-6189 to hear the name of the movie.
U pc o m i n g E v e n t s Helium Sept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21, 3 p.m.; Sept. 26-27, 7:30 p.m. Forest Moon Theater debuts a play never before performed in the area. Written by Julian Wiles, Helium is a comedy about a retired chemistry teacher in her eighties who is struggling with the onset of dementia. Helium is an uplifting, emotional and funny play that will remain in your thoughts long after it ends. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors $13, Students $11; Day Of: Adults $18, Seniors $16, Students $14.
Princess and the Pea Tea Saturday, Oct. 18; 3 p.m. A very dramatic tea party for the princess in your life. Calling all princesses and their fairy guardians to the Wake Forest Renaissance Castle (a.k.a Centre) where the Queen of Wake Forest (a.k.a. Mayor Vivian Jones) is throwing a Princess and the Pea Tea…and theater production by Rags to Riches Theatre. Bring your royal princess
First Friday Flix. First Fridays, 7 p.m. Monthly movie showings feature a variety of film favorites. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Carolina Puppet Theater. Sept. 3, 17; Oct. 1, 15; 11 a.m. Storytelling, music $6,000 for Special Olympics of NC. For more information, contact Off. Scott Graham at 919-761-3132 or sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov. Pictured above: Cpl. A. Bitting
(aged 3-10) dressed in her favorite princess dress and enjoy a delightful afternoon of comedy and confections. Advance Tickets: $12 adult, $8 child (3-12 yrs.); Day Of: $15 adult, $10 child.
Night of Improv ‘Funny to be Scared!’ Saturday, Oct. 25; 7 p.m. Forest Moon Theater brings Transactors Improv to Wake Forest! Just in time for Halloween, you’ll discover that it’s Funny to be Scared! This energetic, fun show will entertain adults, children and everyone in-between. Be prepared for hilarity. And be prepared to watch improv games made up on the spot. Advance Tickets: $10 adult, $8 child (8-12 yrs.); Day Of: $12 adult, $10 child.
H a pp e n i n g M o n t h l y
Scrap Happens & Open Craft Night. Sept. 12, Oct. 17; 5-11 p.m. Gather with other crafters to work on current projects or participate in the ‘make and take’ project of the month. $10.
Tip a Cop for Special Olympics
On Saturday, Oct. 25, Wake Forest police officers will trade in their handcuffs to spend the day at Red Robin restaurant serving you! 100% of the tips you donate to the officers will benefit Special Olympics. Consider dining at Red Robin, 11420 Capital Blvd., on Oct. 25, and helping the police department reach their fundraising goal of
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flix4kidz. Second Mondays; 10:30 a.m. Monthly movie showings geared for ages 3-10. All shows are rated G or PG. Call 919-435-9428 to hear the name of the movie. Free.
Maximize Your Wake Forest Experience Download the townʼs app and access important information about popular local events. Search for ʽTown of Wake Forestʼ on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. Wake Forest Unplugged
wak
and puppetry geared for ages 2-7. New shows each month. $5. Cinema at the Centre. Sept. 11, Oct. 2; 7 p.m. An evening of film and facilitated discussion. September: Silver Linings Playbook; October: Inside Llewyn Davis. Free. Forest Moon Theater presents ‘The Little Red Hen.’ Sept. 10, Oct. 8; 11 a.m. Original and interactive children’s plays geared for ages 3-7. $5. Writer’s Night in the Forest. Sept. 4, Oct. 16; 7 p.m. Guest authors will discuss their books with the audience. September: Bruce Ham, Laughter, Tears and Braids; October: Adam Pelzman, Troika. Free.
Purchase tickets online at wakeforestnc.gov/tickets-events.aspx or at Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. (convenience fees and taxes may apply)
wake forest renaissance centre
405 S. Brooks St. | Events Hotline 919-435-9428 | Box Office 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov/renaissance-centre.aspx
Programs
Fall Arts Classes Register now for fall arts classes at the Renaissance Centre. Visit wakeforestnc. gov/renaissance-centre.aspx for complete details about the programs listed below. Classes begin in September. Call Cathy Gouge for more information at 919-435-9567. Acting Adventures. Ages 4-6 Beginning Crochet (Amigurumi). Ages 11 and up Beginning Knitting. Ages 11 and up Zentangle for Kids. Ages 8-14 Explore Zentangle. Ages 8 and up Ladies Night Zentangle. Ages 18 and up Speed Stacking. Ages 5-8 Percussion Playground. Grades K-5 Improv FUNdamentals. Ages 12-15 Quilting 101. Ages 16 and up Burning Coal Theatre—Acting for Middle School. Grades 6-9 Burning Coal Theatre—Screenwriting. Ages 18 and up Forest Moon Theater—Introduction to Improv. Ages 18 and up Pinsanity Arts & Craft Studio: n Wine Cork Pendant, Ages 16 and up n Nativity Felt Ornaments, Ages 13 and up n Tag Ornaments, Ages 16 and up n Clothespin Ornaments, Ages 10 and up n Santa’s Secret Workshop for Kids, Ages 5-8
Join our Mailing List
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre: wakeforestnc.gov/ renaissance-centre.aspx.
Lock it or lose it The Wake Forest Police Department offers the following tips for protecting yourself against vehicle break-ins: n Lock your car doors.
The majority of break-ins happen to unlocked cars. Make it a habit to always roll up your windows and lock your doors. This is your best line of defense. n Remove all valuables from your car or
lock them in your trunk. If your valuables
are in plain sight, thieves will see the items, open the car (or break the window) and take them. Broken windows typically happen when a valuable item, such as a laptop or GPS device, is left in plain sight.
n Avoid parking near strangers sitting in
cars or people that are loitering.
n If you have a garage, use it. Lock
the
vehicle and the garage.
Report break-ins. It’s important to report
the theft if you’re a victim of a vehicle break-in. WFPD cannot gather evidence for leads unless officers know that a crime occurred and unless your vehicle is processed for evidence. Keep a record of serial numbers to your valuables. In the event that an item is stolen, the serial number can be entered into the police database. Without the serial number, the chance of recovering the item is slim. To report a break-in or for more information, call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
TRICKS & TREATS Halloween Spooktacular—A family-friendly festival
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will sponsor its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St. Admission to the event is free. The Halloween Spooktacular is a familyoriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. Festivities include costume contests, face painting, a haunted maze and moon bounce, along with a variety of other ghostly games and activities, and free pumpkin giveaways—while supplies last. For more information, call 919-435-9560.
Halloween is always on Oct. 31 In Wake Forest trick-or-treating always occurs on Oct. 31 regardless of the day of the week Halloween falls on (this year it’s on a Friday).The Wake Forest Police Department encourages trick-or-treating between 6-8 p.m. and reminds parents to make sure their little ghosts and goblins observe all safety precautions. For a list of Halloween safety tips, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ halloween-safety.aspx.
PRCR introduces new, more convenient way to register for programs Registration is underway for the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s fall programming. The PRCR is making it easier than ever to register for programs and classes by implementing onsite registration at all the department’s staffed facilities. Now anyone interested in signing up for any PRCR program or class may register during normal business hours at town hall, 301 S. Brooks St.; Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.; and Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St. Town hall is open MondayFriday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Flaherty Park Community Center is open Monday-Friday from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1-5 pm. The Alston Massenburg Center is open MondayFriday from 2-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Online registration will remain available 24-hours-a-day. For information, contact PRCR Programs Superintendent Monica Lileton at 919-4359563 or mlileton@wakeforestnc.gov. View RecConnect, the fall program guide, online at wakeforestnc.gov/ recconnect.aspx or pick up a printed copy at town hall.
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. 6, from 1-7 p.m. and will feature approximately 10 historic homes. Advance tickets are $16 and $22 on the day of the tour (includes tax). Receive home tour updates. If you would like to receive email updates about the tour, including when tickets go on sale, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx. After you’ve entered your email address, select ‘Historic Home Tour’ from the list of available topics. Tour information is also available on the Town of Wake Forest app which can be downloaded free on iTunes, in the iPhone app store or in Google Play. For more information about the tour, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ christmashometour.aspx or contact Michelle Michael at 919-435-9516. n n n
Parade application deadline is Oct. 15 Applications to participate in the 2014 Wake Forest Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, are now being accepted. For an application, visit wakeforestowntown.com or contact Downtown Development Director Lisa Hayes at lisa@wakeforestdowntown.com or 919-435-9415. Entries postmarked by Oct.15 will be considered for inclusion based on the number of entries needed for each category.
WFTV Watch it live online Anyone with internet access can watch WFTV 10 at wakeforestnc. gov/wftv-10.aspx. Residents that subscribe to Time-Warner Cable TV service receive the channel. The channel can be viewed on Digital Channel 97.5.
Glad You Asked
TOW N O F WA K E FO R E S T Q & A
Q: How can I find out what new businesses are coming to town? A: The Wake Forest Communications Department publishes a monthly list called New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest. The list includes all businesses that have recently filed for a privilege license. (A privilege license is required of anyone who maintains a business
location within the Town of Wake Forest limits.) You can have New Businesses Coming to Wake Forest delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for E-Notifier. To enroll, visit wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx and click on ‘Sign up for E-Notifier.’ The service is free and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can also view the complete list at wakeforestnc.gov/businessnewbusinesses.aspx.
YOUR GOVERNMENT Board of Commissioners Meetings Third Tuesday | 7 pm Town Hall Board Room
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9th Annual Good Neighbor Day The Wake Forest Human Relations Council will sponsor Good Neighbor Day on Sunday, Sept. 21. 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 the residents who improve the quality of life in our community. The rain date for Good Neighbor Day is Sunday, Sept. 28. For more information, contact Human Resources Director Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or vjones@wakeforestnc.gov.
Apply now to serve on town’s advisory boards Make a difference in our community by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards including the new Cultural Resources Advisory Board. Seats are available on each of these boards: Cemetery, Public Art, Cultural Resources, Design Review, Greenways, Historic Preservation, Human Relations, Planning, Senior Center, Urban Forestry and the Board of Adjustment. Only people that reside in the town’s corporate limits (extraterritorial jurisdiction) are eligible for the Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment openings. Plans are underway for a new Technical Advisory Board. Look for more information regarding this new board in the near future. Applications are available at wakeforestnc.gov/advisoryboards.aspx and at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information about the advisory boards and for questions regarding eligibility, contact Town Clerk Deeda Harris at 919-4359410 or dharris@wakeforestnc.gov.
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If you are planning an addition or renovation to your home, you may be eligible for same-day permit issuance.
PERMIT ISSUANCE MADE EASIER Town introduces Express Residential Plan Review
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he Wake Forest Inspections Department is pleased to offer an express permit application review program. The Express Residential Plan Review (ERPR) is geared for specific residential additions and renovations. It may also be used for accessory structures, such as decks, covered porches, sunrooms, sheds and garages. The new process brings together the town’s plans examiner and the applicant to review the project and discuss, revise and make changes to drawings in person. This review process helps ensure zoning and building codes are met.
To participate in this program the contractor must be present during the review, which depending on the scope of the project could take an hour or more. Although the goal of ERPR is same-day permit issuance, the determining factor will be the severity of any non-compliant submittals. Projects are considered for ERPR by appointment only on Thursday mornings between 8 a.m. and noon. For more information or to schedule an ERPR appointment, contact Code Enforcement Official II Kevin Wester at 919-435-9525 or kwester@wakeforestnc.gov.
Proud to be a Tree City Community for 34 years
Youth Basketball Registration » Registration for youth basketball (ages 5-17, boys and girls) will be held Sept. 1-30 at the Wake Forest Town Hall. Returning players can register online. Games are played December through February. The fee is $40 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/parks-recreation-culturalresources.aspx or call 919-435-9560. Labor Day Schedule » Wake Forest Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be collected one day later than usual during the week of Sept. 1. Visit wakeforestnc.gov/holidayschedule.aspx for a complete listing of town holidays. n n n
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Save the Date: Dec. 6 Historic Home Tour
Free Concert in the Park » Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos, a cajun flavored blues band, will perform a free concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m. Come early and enjoy Wake Forest Unplugged activities in the park. The concert is presented by PineCone: The Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department, Wake Forest Arts and United Arts of Raleigh & Wake County.