beth mckinney: Reader's Theatre, brought to you by Applause! Cary Youth Theatre - 12/05/11 06:50 AM
tagged: Cary Arts Center, featured, FREE, Performing Arts Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Reader’s Theatre Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Free Events, Performing Arts
The young play-wright’s from Applause!’s Drama Workshop Series would like to invite you to the world-premiere of their play readings.  They have been working very hard and would like to spend an evening with you, so that you can hear their hard work.  Admission is free.  Applause! Cary Youth Theatre group is having this event at the Cary Arts Center on December 9th at 7 pm, doors open at … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: My Cary, NC Real Estate Story - 12/04/11 07:46 AM
After attending an extremely high-level momentum conference this past week with Alex Charfen and 50-60 of the top agents in the country, I learned that it was important to tell my story. It is suggested that we share WHY real estate when asked about what we do, why are you in real estate, or perhaps tell me your real estate story. Before getting it right where I want it, I am going to tell the story. Having lived in first Chicago and then Austin (IBM wife) and finally Raleigh/Cary, NC, the last move was the hardest. I had started a very … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Breakfast with Santa Count Down - 12/04/11 07:26 AM
Mr. and Mrs. CLaus are getting excited! Just 13 more days until we have Breakfast with Santa. The Bud and Beth McKinney team of RE/MAX UNITED in Cary, NC will hold their annual holiday event with Santa. Santa will be having pancakes and sausage with the children and their parents at the B&B Country Garden Inn in Apex, December 17th from 8 am to 10 am. There will be gifts for the children and a drawing for a Target gift card for the parents. The McKinney team and the parents will be there to take magical photos of Santa. It is … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Cary Town Band performs for the Cary Senior Center's Holiday Celebration - 12/04/11 02:33 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Winter Music  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Concerts, Events, Family Activities, Free Events, holiday activities, Music
 
Cary Town Band returns to the Cary Senior Center for their 3rd annual musical celebration of the holidays.  You will hear classic Christmas carols, along with songs recalling Hanukkah and other holidays of the season.  Sleigh rides are also available, courtesy of Leroy Anderson.  Enjoy your favorite pieces with friends, family, and the Cary Town Band on December 9th at 7:30 pm.  This event is free … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Downtown Cary is bursting with Holiday Cheer - 12/02/11 07:20 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Heart of Cary Association’s Ole Time Winter Festival  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, CRAFT FAIR, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, holiday activities, Kids Activities
 
The Heart of Cary Association’s Ole Time Winter Festival comes back to Cary on December 3rd with fun activities through out the day to get you into the holiday spirit.  Need to finish your Christmas shopping?  Have you even started?  There will be an arts & crafts festival going on.  Make a gingerbread … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Holiday Celebration for Seniors - 12/02/11 07:19 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Annual Holiday Celebration (55+)  
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It is that time of year again for the Annual Holiday Celebration!   There will be refreshments, entertainment, tree-trimming, and the homemade cookie exchange.  If you are looking to partake in the cookie exchange, please bring a dozen to share and a dozen to exchange.  Have an afternoon to yourself for some Holiday cheer!  Make sure you register to … (3 comments)

beth mckinney: Help Santa at his Workshop - 11/30/11 06:57 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Santa’s Workshop  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, holiday activities, Kids Activities, Performing Arts
 
Bring your children to this year’s Cary Teen Council Holiday Celebration.  There will be a variety of craft areas where children can make gifts for loved ones, and they might even catch a glimpse of Santa himself!  The Cary Youth Ballet and 3D Project have entertainment planned for the 20 minute break at 11:30 am.  All children … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Snow in Cary, NC? - 11/30/11 06:56 AM
Sorry, I do not mean right now! But it seems that snow may be coming to Bond Park in the near future...       tagged: Cary, featured, fun, holiday things to do      
Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Winter Wonderland at Bond Park  
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Snow My Yard will be taking two days to turn Bond Park into a Winter Wonderland.  Bring your sled and be ready to go down the hill in the snow!  Pre-registration is required for this … (2 comments)

beth mckinney: It's a Wonderful Life comes to Cary - 11/28/11 07:40 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…It’s a Wonderful Life  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, holiday activities, Performing Arts, Play
 
The Cary Players bring to life the story of It’s A Wonderful Life on the Cary Arts Center stage.  Find out what happens when a man trapped by circumstance finds out what it would be like if he was never born.  This holiday classic is great for the whole family to come out and enjoy.  Find out what … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Thanksgiving Weekend - 11/27/11 05:05 AM
I hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving weekend as much as I did.  No, we did not do the "whole family comes over and we have to cook for two days straight" typical Thanksgiving get together.  It was just me and Bud at the house having some roast and sweet potatoes.  The weather was gorgeous. We were planning on going on the boat, but of course the place is closed!  What business closes down on Thanksgiving?  Haha. Instead, we sat with the porch door open and played games in the house.  It was very pleasant and relaxing. I did do some … (3 comments)

beth mckinney: Cary Youth Ballet Book Fair at Barnes and Noble - 11/27/11 04:27 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Cocierge…Cary Youth Ballet at Barnes and Noble  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, holiday activities, Performing Arts
 
The Cary Youth Ballet is coming to Barnes and Noble on Saturday, December 3rd.  They will be performing excerpts from The Nutcracker at noon.  Any purchase you make, including food and drink from the Starbucks cafe, can help raise money for the Cary Youth Ballet.
 
You need to mention at the time of purchase that you want it … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Think Black Friday deals, but without the 4 am wake up call. - 11/27/11 04:20 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Holiday shoppe  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, CRAFT FAIR, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, Free Events, holiday activities
 
More than 100 unique vendors will be at the Cary Academy annual Holiday Shoppe this year, with gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.   This event will be held on Thursday, December 1st through Saturday, December 3rd.  They accept any kind of payment from cash to debit to credit.
 
Over 800 local restaurant and store gift cards will be … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Write a letter to Santa - 11/27/11 04:17 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Letters to Santa  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events, holiday activities, Kids Activities
 
Special arrangements have been made for Santa Claus to pick up letters from all the good little boys and girls of Cary, NC at Town Hall starting November 28th!  Have your child write a letter to Santa and drop if off at Santa’s Mailbox before December 13th.  Include the child’s name and address, and they might even get a letter back from Santa himself!  … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Author Margaret Maron at Barnes and Noble - 11/27/11 04:09 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Meet Author Margaret Maron  
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Margaret  Maron is coming to Barnes and Noble to promote her newest novel in the Deborah Knott Series, Three-Day Town.  This book is #17 in  the series.  If you are looking for a good mystery, then we suggest you start at book #1, Bootlegger’s Daughter.  Her new books features the place where her too most popular book characters met.  Come out if you are a fan, and … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: You have been in NC How long and you Don't know Shag?! - 11/23/11 05:58 AM
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Things to doin Cary by the Cary Concierge…Shag for Beginners  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Exercise & Relaxation, Family Activities, History, Performing Arts
 
Learn the basics of Shag dancing with instructor Sam Sparks.  True us, to have lived in North Carolina even a week and not know what shagging is, shame shame on you!  Sam will teach you the steps to beach music and hopefully give you the confidence to get out on the dance floor.  Class starts at 6:45 pm at the Bond Park Community Center on … (5 comments)

beth mckinney: Who is up for learning a few new tricks? - 11/22/11 08:44 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Adult Dance: Jazz  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Exercise & Relaxation, Music
 
The Cary Arts Center has been offering up dance classes for adults (16+) as well as their actual arts and crafts courses.   For November, the classes are all about Jazz.  You will learn the dance terminology, choreography, and techniques to dance in the style known as jazz.  This helps builds your strength, coordination, flexibility, and your mental well-being.  Aaron Edwards is going to instruct four … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: See some new work by local artists - 11/22/11 08:41 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…December Featured Artists  
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Each month the Cary Gallery of Artists likes to showcase 26 different local artists.  The last friday of every month, there is a reception where artists are featured, their new work displayed, and refreshments provided.  This month, Kathleen Ward and E. Tracy Williams are the featured artists.  The reception runs from 6 pm to 9 pm and anyone is welcome to stop … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: NC Symphony and the Concert Singers of Cary - 11/22/11 08:39 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Holiday Pops  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, holiday activities, Music, Performing Arts
 
The North Carolina Symphony and Concert Singers of Cary are teaming up for their holiday concerts November 25th and 26th at the Meymandi Concert Hall in Raleigh.  They will bring to life your holiday favorites with vocals by  Rhiannon Giddens Laffan and Mike Compton. Joe Newberry will provide his skills on the banjo and guitar as well.  Also, new work from Grant … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Raleigh Parade has passed but there is news about the Cary Christmas Parade - 11/21/11 10:15 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Raleigh Christmas Parade  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, holiday activities
 
Just a reminder that today is the Raleigh Christmas Parade.  Watch and support your local Cary bands who will be performing: Green Hope High School and Cary High School.  You don’t have to come all the way out to Raleigh to see it, WRAL will be broadcasting Live.  Stay at home in your pjs and get into the Christmas spirit just a little bit early this … (1 comments)

beth mckinney: Can YOU crack the SAT? - 11/18/11 08:19 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…SAT Boot Camp  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Education, Events
 
Are you worried about taking the SAT?  Don’t over think it, just make sure you have the right tools to make it through.  Dori Staehle of Next Stage Educational Consulting is holding a seminar at Herbert C. Young Community Center on November 19th from 12:30 pm to 5 pm.  She will go over all three sections of the SAT with practice problems, sample test questions, and writing exercises.  … (2 comments)