The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce has published its legislative agenda for 2017. Developed by the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee, the agenda focuses on three primary areas: economic development, transportation, and education. “As the voice of businesses in our community, I believe it’s critical that we focus on the issues and concerns that are important to our members,” chamber president Ann Welton said. “After surveying our membership and working with Town of Wake Forest staff, it became clear that these are key areas affecting all of us. Whether a business is a multi-national corporation or a small, locally owned company, the chamber is its advocate. We want to do our best to ensure the environment here is good for business and the community as a whole.” The Government Affairs Committee will monitor local ordinances and policies, state legislation, and federal regulations that may affect businesses in the Wake Forest

Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) will host a Special Needs Valentine Party on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 2-4 p.m. at the Wake Forest Community House at 133 West Owen Avenue. Featuring music, crafts, games, refreshments and prizes, this event will offer exceptional children and their families the opportunity to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a safe and accepting environment. The cost is $5 per child, but parents and caretakers are admitted free. Pre-registration is required no later than Monday, Feb. 6. To register, visit http://wakeforestnc.recdesk.com/. For more information, contact Specialized Programs Recreation Specialist Kelly Schurtz at 919-556-7093 or kschurtz@wakeforestnc.gov.

Forest Moon Theater will present “Agnes of God” Friday through Sunday, Feb. 10-12, and Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18-19, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405 S. Brooks St. Friday and Saturday showtimes are 7:30 p.m.; Sunday showtimes are 3 p.m. When a newborn child is found dead in a convent, a court psychiatrist must determine whether the nun accused of the crime is mentally fit to stand trial, with the question of the father’s identity hanging in the balance. Advance tickets are $15 plus tax for adults and $13 plus tax for students and seniors. These prices reflect a savings of $3 per adult and student/senior “day of” admission tickets. For more information, visit www.wakeforestrencen.org or call the Renaissance Centre Box Office at 919-435-9458. To receive email notifications concerning special events and programs at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, sign up for E-Notifier at www.wakeforestnc.gov/enotifier.aspx.

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is making it easier for area residents to offer their input on the future Joyner Park Community Center and stay informed about the project. The department hosted public meetings on the proposed facility on Jan. 21 and Jan. 26. Approximately 30 area residents attended the sessions, each of which included a presentation by representatives from Clark Nexsen, the facility designer. As a means of encouraging greater citizen participation in the planning process, the department is inviting area residents to share their comments about the future center via email at jpcommunitycenter@wakeforestnc.gov. Information submitted will help town officials identify, develop, and evaluate the final design of the facility. Additionally, Wake Forest has created a portal on its website designed to keep area residents informed about the town’s progress on the future community center. Located at www.wakeforestnc.gov/future-joyner-park-community-center.aspx, the web page includes the PowerPoint presentation

You can make a difference in our community by applying to fill one of the vacancies on the Cemetery Advisory Board, Greenways Advisory Board, and Urban Forestry Board. All residents of Wake Forest and its extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) are eligible to apply for these openings. Applications may be completed and submitted online at www.wakeforestnc.gov/advisory-boards.aspx. Application forms are also available at the Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Completed applications will be accepted until 5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 13, and may be mailed or delivered to Town Clerk Deeda Harris, Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 Brooks Street, or faxed to 919-435-9419, or emailed to dharris@wakeforestnc.gov. Applicants will be expected to attend the February meeting of the advisory board to which they applied in order to introduce themselves to the board’s current members and explain why they wish to serve: Cemetery Advisory Board meets Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 7 p.m.