cary homes: Creative Fire! - 02/17/12 06:23 AM
tagged: Cary Arts Center, featured, FREE, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Creative Fire Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events, Music, Performing Arts
Celebrate the African American arts at the Creative Fire event going on at the Cary Arts Center on February 18th at 9 am.  There will be workshops and performances going on all day long.  One of the workshops will be writing  for inspired young authors with special tribute to Gil Scott Heron and a digital media workshop open to everyone.  A marketplace … (1 comments)

cary homes: Children's Consignment Sale in Cary - 02/17/12 06:22 AM
tagged: Cary, family, featured, FREE Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…20th Annual Children’s Consignment Sale Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, Free Events
This year will be the 20th Annual Spring Children’s Consignment Sale at the First United Methodist Church in Cary.  There will be book, toys, nursery equipment, maternity clothes and more.  The two days of the sale are going to be on February 17th and the 18th.  On the 17th, it is open from 6 pm to 9pm and from 8 am to 11 am on the 18th.  The … (1 comments)

cary homes: Spaghetti Anyone? - 02/15/12 10:03 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, food, fun Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Special Spaghetti Fundraiser Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Food
First Baptist Church of Cary and the Cary-Page Rotary Club are teaming up to host a Spaghetti Fundraiser event on February 16th from 11 am until 7:30 pm.  It will take place in the Fellowship Hall.  Cost per person will be $7.  Entertainment shall be provided!   The goal this year is to raise $25,000.  Please help them reach this goal by the end of the year by getting a great early start!  … (2 comments)

cary homes: 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball - 02/15/12 09:43 AM
tagged: dancing, featured, food, fun Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Food, Halloween Activities, Music
St. Michael’s Catholic Church will be having the 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball on February 18th starting at 7 pm.  Tickets cost $30 per person and can be paid for in advance or bought at the door.  Your ticket includes a three course meal of New Orleans recipes and dancing.  Mardi Gras Jazz tunes, old favorites and today’s Top 40 will be playing for you to dance tot … (2 comments)

cary homes: Sweetheart Serenade was lovely the other night - 02/15/12 09:42 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, fun, holiday things to do Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Sweetheart Serenade Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, holiday activities, Music, Performing Arts
The Cary High School concert chorus will be performing their singing valentine songs for their friends and parents on February 13th at 7 pm.  The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for students.  The group will sing two songs together, then the individual groups perform and a few students have their own solos.  Bring out your sweetheart to an evening of “Silly Love Songs”.  There is not a … (1 comments)

cary homes: Derby Hats - 02/11/12 04:33 AM
I just finished writing a post about all the wonderful night I had at Cary Christian's Annual benefit auction and gala. Now I would like to simply share with you some of the hats that I saw. In the last post, I showed you what my own hat looked like a only a couple others. This post will be all the different hats I saw last night. I hope you enjoy them! I am sorry about the size, I made them smaller but for some reason they still show up HUGE on Active Rain. More techy stuff that I shall have … (3 comments)

cary homes: Check out the Kentucky Derby Hats as we raised $$ - 02/11/12 04:20 AM
Thought you would love to see the variety of hats on displayed by the lovely ladies last night at the Annual Auction and Gala held by Cary Christian School in Cary NC. The gala was held at the prestigious Prestonwood Country Club. The band was upbeat, the food exceptional and the attendees were enjoying the opportunity to support such a good cause with raffles, silent auctions and the LIVE auction. I think the hit of the night was the cute little puppy that sold for $2000 - what a charmer he was. Bud and I are pleased with all our treasures, … (0 comments)

cary homes: New Yogurt Shop opening in Cary - 02/11/12 03:35 AM
tagged: featured, food, FREE, fun Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Menchie’s Yogurt Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Food, Free Events, Kids Activities, Restaurants And More
Menchie’s Yogurt open today!  Come out for a whole day of fun activities and free yogurt.  Everyone that comes by from 11 am to 2 pm will get a free frozen yogurt, chance to get their face painted and time on the bouncy house.  The first 50 children get free color-in t-shirts and the first 50 people in line get gift bags with a magnet and Menchie’s … (3 comments)

cary homes: Once in a Blue Moon Bakery - 02/10/12 08:07 AM
tagged: featured, food, fun, holiday things to do Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Once in a Blue Moon Bakery Posted by The Cary Concierge in Bakery & Coffee Shops, Cary NC, Food, Restaurants And More
Once in a Blue Moon Bakery is the Perfect place to get your Valentine’s Day Cake from for this Tuesday.  Make sure you place your order 72 hours ahead of time so that there is time to process just what you want.  Also, know that they are going to a lot of orders coming in, so make sure you know exactly what you … (3 comments)

cary homes: Valentine's Day dinner by Herons - 02/10/12 07:59 AM
tagged: featured, food, holiday things to do, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Valentine’s Day Celebration Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Food, holiday activities, Restaurants And More
Herons restaurant, part of the Umstead hotel and Spa, is offering a Valentine’s Day menu from Friday the 10th until the 18th.  You can choose between a five course meal that does or does not include wine pairings.  This five star restaurant is helmed by chef de Cuisine Steven D. Greene.  Cost per person is $84.  Wine pairings will be $35 per … (0 comments)

cary homes: Valentine's Day Celebration at Ruckus - 02/08/12 09:30 AM
tagged: featured, food, fun, holiday things to do Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Valentine’s Wine Dinner Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Food, holiday activities, Restaurants And More
Ruckus is having a Valentine’s Wine Dinner celebration on February 13th from 6:30 pm to 9 pm.  Please call and save a spot for you and your sweetheart before all the tables are taken!  There will be a four course meal, and each course will be paired with a different wine that compliments the dish.  The theme for the menu is “Inspired by Chocolate”.  Each dish has … (1 comments)

cary homes: Valentine's Day Dinner at the Matthew's House - 02/08/12 08:33 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, food, holiday things to do Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…The Matthew’s House Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Food, holiday activities, Restaurants And More
The Matthew’s House is presenting a Valentine’s Dinner on February 11th.  Cocktail hour begins at 6:30 pm and dinner and dancing at 7:30 pm.  There will be a choice of signature salad and rolls with Carolina Flair, Chicken Roulade, Carving Board, Pasta Primavera and Julienne Vegetable Medley.  Desserts and more will follow.  The cost is $50 per person, not including tax or service fee.  You know that … (0 comments)

cary homes: New York Bagel opens up in Cary, NC - 02/06/12 09:32 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…New York Bagel and Deli  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Bakery & Coffee Shops, Cary NC, Events, Food, Restaurants And More
 
Give a huge welcome to the newest member of the Cary area: New York Bagels!  The Grand Opening was just recently and, if you receive the money mailer at your house, a full menu was sent to you.  They serve breakfast, lunch, bakery treats, bagels (of course) and much more!  They are open from 6 am to 4pm … (1 comments)

cary homes: The Cary Christian School Benefit Auction - 02/06/12 09:01 AM
Truly from my heart, I have so much fun going to this annual auction/gala at Prestonwood Country Club. The food is wonderful, the band is always top notch and it is fun to watch people spend their money on such a good cause. If you can’t make it this year, go to www.carychristianauction.org and place a bid on as many items as you like. Hope to see and meet you Friday night. Location: 300 Prestonwood Parkway, Cary Phone: (919) 303-2560 PS - Pictures of my Derby hat will be up soon! … (0 comments)

cary homes: Update on the Cary Christian Auction-Gala - 02/05/12 01:30 AM
tagged: featured, fun, music, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Cary Christian Auction-Gala Posted by The Cary Concierge in Auction, Cary NC, Events, Food, Music
I know that earlier I wrote about this year’s Cary Christian Auction and Gala, but this is just a reminder.  The date is right around the corner!  Do You have all your Derby gear ready for February 10th?  There will be dining, live musical entertainment and many interesting Derby hats to see.  If you cannot attend the gala and would still like to partake in their silent auction, … (1 comments)

cary homes: Cary #1 - Woot! - 02/04/12 08:53 AM
Part of 10 Real Estate Markets to Watch in 2012 (an Inman News Special Report) the Raleigh-Cary area was rated as number one!  It has a brief summary about the town - population, median sales prices, foreclosure activity, etc. before talking about the area's market.  Below is the word for word article about our area.  I hope you enjoy!
"Despite a steep drop in sales, the Raleigh-Cary market saw considerable price appreciation last year, with its median sales price for single-family homes jumping 7.3 percent from third-quarter 2010 to third-quarter 2011.
At $224,300, the Raleigh-Cary metro had the highest median sales … (1 comments)

cary homes: Hearts for Matt Gala - 02/04/12 07:54 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, holiday things to do, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Hearts for Matt Posted by The Cary Concierge in Auction, Cary NC, Events, Uncategorized
The Kildaire Farm Racquet and Swim Club would like to invite all adults 21 and older to attend the first annual Hearts for Matt Gala.  There will be a DJ, dancing, catered hors d’oeuvres. a silent auction, and more.  The silent auction items range from a date night package to autographed sports equipement. All the proceeds benefit the Matt Cossa Memorial Fuondation for Cancer Research.  Purchase … (1 comments)

cary homes: Pre-Super Bowl OPEN HOUSE this SUNDAY - 02/03/12 10:00 AM
Pre-Super Bowl OPEN HOUSE this SUNDAY Let’s get this house SOLD! Pre-Super Bowl OPEN HOUSE with meatballs and wings at 925 Bentbury in Cary from 1 to 4 pm on Sunday. Take Piney Plains, turn on Stephens road and follow the signs. It’s a gorgeous house with a great location. … (1 comments)

cary homes: Super Bowl Palooza - 02/03/12 08:17 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, food, Sports Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…SuperBowl Palooza Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Food, Restaurants And More, Sports, Sports Bar
Would you rather sit at home on the couch watching the SuperBowl or spend the day with die hard fans yelling, screaming, and crying over the whole thing at Ruckus while chowing down on some hot wings?  I think we both know which is the better option.  Ruckus has an abundance of flat screens and will use 2 projection screen tvs to show you the game.  It is $15 to … (0 comments)

cary homes: Valentines for Veterans - 02/01/12 07:33 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, FREE, fun Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Valentines for Veterans Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, CRAFT FAIR, Events, Free Events, holiday activities, Kids Activities
Eva Perry Library in Apex is hosting Valentines for Veterans on February 2nd from 4 pm to 5 pm.  You can either make the valentines at home to bring in or use the supplies provided at the library.  This event is  for grades 3 – 12.  If you need community service hours, making five valentines will count as two hours.  Those of you making them at home, … (3 comments)