🌱 Lifeguards Needed In Raleigh + Free Mpox Vaccines For Those At Risk

Good morning, friends! I'm back with your new edition of the Raleigh Patch newsletter. Follow along for the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll find news about...

• Do you want to be a lifeguard?
• Congratulations Athens Drive High School Marching Band!
• Free mpox vaccines.

But first, today's weather: An afternoon shower in spots. High: 76 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories today in Raleigh:

1. Lake Johnson Pool in Raleigh may be looking at another lifeguard shortage this summer. If you would like to be a lifeguard, reportedly the starting pay for a Raleigh lifeguard is $14 an hour. Free certification is offered as long as you work 155 hours for the city. Click here to apply. (CBS17.com)
2. Only three North Carolina high schools marched in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., the Athens Drive High School Marching Band was one of them. Congratulations musicians. (Spectrum News)
3. Individuals at risk of getting mpox (formerly called monkeypox), in Wake County are being encouraged to get free vaccinations, especially after there was a breakout of infections in Chicago, with 21 infections. To make an appointment for the vaccine or testing, residents can visit wake.gov/mpox or call 919-250-3900 (vaccine) and 919-212-9398 (testing). (WRAL News)

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Today in Raleigh:

• AP Spanish Language & Culture Film Projects/Auditorium (8:00 AM)
• Faculty Meeting — Phillips High (2:45 PM)
• Free Brier Creek Rockstar Connect Networking Event (May, NC) (6:00 PM)
• "STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie" (R) — Town of Cary Cultural Arts (7:00 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Video Vortex @Alamo Drafthouse Raleigh (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Raleigh Patch: "Area Real Estate Roundup." (Raleigh Patch)
• Raleigh Brewing: "We are so proud to share that our head brewer Anita received a General Certificate of Brewing from the Institute of Brewers and Distillers. After 80 hours of studying and having to relearn everything in Celsius, she passed the exam with credit and now holds an internationally recognized brewing certificate. " (Raleigh Brewing via Instagram)
• Shop Local Raleigh: "It’s patio season and we’re here for it. If you are looking to indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks all while enjoying the outdoors, we put together a full list of charming cafes to trendy rooftops to fit every vibe for you fit every vibe for your summer. " (Shop Local Raleigh via Instagram)
• Downtown Raleigh: "Project Reach Out Day of Care is just around the corner and we need your help. We're seeking donations from the community to support Downtown Raleigh's vulnerable populations, including blankets, socks, backpacks and sanitary products. Please bring all donations to the DRA information tent during Day of Care, Friday, June 9. Can't make it to the event and still want to help? Email info@downtownraleigh.org." (Downtown Raleigh via Instagram)
• City of Raleigh - Government: "Our bikeshare program is coming back online soon! And it's not too late to become a Raleigh lifeguard! Bikes: https://bit.ly/43cucwk Lifeguards: https://bit.ly/3ZHbU3K | #Raleigh #RaleighNC #CityOfRaleigh #RaleighParks" (City of Raleigh - Government via Facebook)
• Raleigh Convention Center: "How does the RCC help our community? Since opening our doors in 2008, we have generated $765 million in economic impact through hotel room bookings. Our events attract people from all over the world to stay, eat, drink, and play in Downtown." (Raleigh Convention Center via Instagram)

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— Karena Garrity

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