Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation has plenty of sports programs, leagues, and camps to keep your kids active this summer. Learn more in this episode of City Update.

The annual Dogwood Festival is one of the largest festivals that takes place here in Fayetteville. This year the festival happens April 25-27. Come out and enjoy vendors, food and great music all weekend!

Learn more of what will be taking place in this episode of City Update.

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In this City Update, get a preview of what you will experience at the upcoming PWC Expo which takes place on Friday, March 28th. You'll get lots of information and free goodies!

With the colder temperatures in the air many people are warming up with their fireplaces or space heaters, which creates a higher risk of home fires.

In this City Update, the Fayetteville Fire Department shares some safety tips that can help keep you and your families safe this winter.

Every year Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation turns Arnette Park into a winter wonderland! Christmas in the Park is a drive-thru event displaying thousands and thousands of lights throughout the park.

Arnette Park is located at 2165 Wilmington Hwy, Exit 100 off Hwy 87.

Dates: December 8-12 and 15-19 (Sunday - Thursday)

Time: 6-9 pm

Admission is FREE!

The City of Fayetteville provides a great service with loose leaf collection beginning during the fall part of the year.

This year collection begins on November 18th. Collection pickup dates are determined by your zip code and neighborhood. Get all the details in this episode of City Update.

October is National Crime Prevention month and is a time to bring awareness and educate the community on how to keep themselves safe from becoming a victim of crime.

Sharon Stevens from the Fayetteville Police Department is going to share some tips and tell you how you can get involved in your local community watch group.

If you are an artist, an aspiring artist, or just someone who loves visual arts, you need to visit Cape Fear Studios in downtown Fayetteville. You'll find art displays from local and national artists in their gallery. They also offer classes and workshops.

The International Folk Festival is one of the largest festivals in downtown Fayetteville. The festival happens September 28-29 and will feature authentic cultural cuisine, live musical performances and so much more! Learn more in this episode of City Update.

Looking for a unique, family-oriented fishing experience? The John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, is the only fishing education center of its kind in North Carolina. They offer a variety of aquatic programs to anglers of all ages and abilities.