things to do in cary: Cary NC Western Cary Farmer's Market in Carpenter Village - 03/11/11 01:15 PM
Cary NC Western Cary Farmer's Market at Carpenter Village Cary NC Western Cary Farmer's Market at Carpenter Village is a Saturday morning event. Just after dawn the tents are up and the shoppers are ready for fresh fruit, vegetables, and seafood.
I will tell you I was surprised to see the seafood, fresh shrimp and numerous varieties of fish.The vendors are family farmers from the Western Cary and the fruits and vegetables are very fresh. I bought a container of huge peaches that were absolutely succulent. The idea of a Farmer's Market really builds community. You may pay a bit more however … (1 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC Post Office Kiosk Now Located in Gas Stations - 01/05/11 01:56 PM
Cary NC Post Office Kiosks Now Located in Gas Stations
Cary NC Post Office Kiosks Now Located in Gas Stations. Brilliant idea! It started with the Dolphin Gas Station on the corner of NC 55 and Green Hope School Road. The owner of the station lobbied the USP for a Post Office Kiosk in his station. They agreed and convenience for all of us was born. Like most towns the Cary NC has several Post Office locations. The problem is most of them always have a line. A visit to the Post Office is a chore, especially around the holidays. You … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Noodles & Co. Cary NC - 12/28/10 10:08 AM
Noodles & Co. Cary NC
No need to do a double-take, a restaurant dedicated to just noodles, Noodles & Co. Cary NC is a hit! I first heard of Noodles & Co. form my daughter who attends NC State University. Her college friends find Noodles & Co. the perfect comfort food when away from home. The restaurant serves noodles, salads, and soups from around the world. Thick gooey Mac and Cheese to the more exotic Pad-Tia. Made to order you can pick and choose your serving size and ingredients. Order at the counter, take your number and your meal will … (1 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC First Night Raleigh 2011 - 12/27/10 07:35 PM
Cary NC First Night Raleigh 2011
Cary NC First Night Raleigh 2011 begins Friday December 31st at 2:00 pm. Every city has their own unique New Year's Celebration and Raleigh NC is no exception. No "big apple" dropped here. Raleigh proudly proclaims itself the City of Oaks because of the incredible number of 100 + year old Oak Trees. To that end the City of Raleigh drops none other than an ACORN. The celebration kicks off at 2:00pm and the first ACORN drop takes place at the family friendly time of 7:00 pm. The next … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Raleigh Christmas Arts and Craft Show - 12/06/10 12:38 PM
Raleigh Christmas Arts and Craft Show Raleigh Christmas arts and Craft Show greeted Downtown Raleigh this weekend. The Christmas Arts and Craft show is scheduled annually the first weekend in December. The Raleigh Convention Center host this festive Holiday event.
Artisans from all over the state show their wears. The arts and crafts run the gambit from jams and jellies, jewelry to woodworking. Musical entertainment adds to the festive atmosphere. Saxophone Quartet playing Christmas Carols, area dance troops, and choirs really get everyone in the spirit.
Some of my favorites:
The Candle Man making multi-layered carved candles … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Raleigh Winterfest - 12/03/10 12:43 PM
Raleigh Winterfest Raleigh Winterfest kicks off in Downtown Raleigh December 4th @ 7:00pm. Winterfest is Raleigh's answer to NYC's Rockefeller Center. Packed full of activities and a state-of -the art skating rink. Created to encourage family fun Downtown.
Weather can be unpredictable at best here in the South, the ice rink can stay frozen even if temps rise into the70*'s. The ice rink was such a hit last year that it was extended 500 sqft more.
Winterfest consists of:
Ice Skating Entertainment Art Show Sledding Downtown Local Merchants This year the added bonus is flurries in the forecast! … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC State Fair 2010 Hits Attendance Records - 10/27/10 10:48 AM
Cary NC State Fair 2010 Hits Attendance Records Cary NC State Fair 2010 hits attendance records 7 of the 11 days of the fair. Total attendance exceeds 1 million. The NC State Fair attracts people from all the state of North Carolina. No matter what your interest is you will find it
at the State Fair.
North Carolinians can look forward to:
concerts livestock shows equestrian bakery shows quilters craftsman from wood to butter sculpting stock car much much more.... Now let's talk about the fried foods, this year's delicacy was fried pumpkin pie.
Crispy … (1 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC Parade of Homes - 10/03/10 06:43 PM
Cary NC Parade of Homes The excitement has been building, the homes have been built, decorated, staged, and now the doors are open for the Cary NC Parade of Homes. Billed as North Carolina's Largest Open House this annual event takes place the first three weekends in October. For the past 45 years builders have been showcasing the latest trends in home building at the Cary NC Parade of Homes.The public is welcome to tour the homes across the county. Whether you are a first-time home buyer, looking for your dream home, or simply looking for remodeling ideas the Parade of … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC USS North Carolina - 10/01/10 02:52 PM
Cary NC USS NorthCarolina
Cary NC USS North Carolina is a destination for many visitors. When in Cary many visitors make the trip to the coast to visit the historic USS North Carolina. The USS North Carolina is a destroyer used in WWII and fought in the Pacific. Today it's a museum. Visitors can take a trip back in time and tour this historic ship.
It takes a few hours to meander the narrow halls and rooms of this enormous ship. My advice would be to visit in the cooler months.
Many schools, church gorups, … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC's Prestonwood hosts PGA Champions Tour-SAS Golf Tournament - 09/30/10 04:13 PM
Cary NC's Prestonwood hosts PGA Champions Tour - SAS Golf Tournament Cary NC's Prestonwood hosts PGA Champions Tour - SAS Golf Tournament for the 10th year this past weekend September 24-26. The professional senior golfers from all over the country descended on Prestonwood Country Club to compete for the 2.5 million in prize money and points for the Charles Schwab Cup.
Preston spent weeks sprucing up and the PGA finished the process building sky boxes, TV booths, grandstands and vendor locations. Estimates of 50,000 spectators came to see the pros. Not to mention the GOLF Channel broadcasted from Preston … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary Lazy Days - 08/29/10 06:24 PM
Cary Lazy Daze Cary Lazy Daze is an annual family event enjoyed by all ages. The last Saturday of August artists from near and far decend on Cary NC to sell thier wares.
Lazy Daze is also a time for local bands and dance troops to entertain on one of three stages. Cary area churches, schools, and charities also use this event to host fundraisers.
St. Michael's Church raffles off a quilt made by thier "Quilters Club". Cary High School cools the crowd with $1.00 bottles of cold water. NC State offers face painting to support band events.
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things to do in cary: Raleigh NC Locopops - 08/24/10 12:56 PM
Raleigh NC Locopops Raleigh NC Locopops has a twist on a traditional favorite, the popsicle. Locopops actually Mexican treats known as Paletes. Locopops are either cream or water based. The freshest ingredients are brought in daily. Have an idea for a new flavor? Feel free to share it and it may be on the menu the next time you visit.
Raleigh NC Locopops feature such flavors as:
Cookies and Cream Pomegranate Tangerine Mexican Chocolate Mohito Mango Chili Raleigh NC Locopops has become a favorite of the NC State student. It's located at the corner of the new trafic … (2 comments)
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things to do in cary: Goodberry's - 05/13/10 04:01 PM
Goodberry's Every town is know for its local favorites and Cary NC is not exception with Goodberry's. No need to say anything more than Goodberry's to elicit a positive yummy response from residents of Cary.
What is Goodberry's?
Goodberry's is frozen custard with your choice of ingredients hand blended. That is what is known as a "concrete". This frozen concoction got its name because after the blending process the servers turn it upside down to show its still frozen and ready to eat. Can't decide what to blend in the frozen custard? Try the "daily Special Concrete." The … (2 comments)
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things to do in cary: Bond Lake Cary-Fred G. Bond Metro Park - 02/22/10 04:27 PM
Bond Lake Cary Fred G. Bond Metro Park The hybrid does not have to travel far down High House Road to find Bond Lake Cary. Located on High House Road between Cary Parkway and Maynard Road Fred G. Bond Metro Park exists on 310 acres. Bond Park Cary is the largest Municipal Park in Wake County, an example of Cary’s commitment to open green spaces.
Fred G. Bond Metro Park Features:
Bond Park Boathouse
Challenge Ropes Course
Sertoma Amplitheatre
Kiwanis Picnic Shelter
Lazy Daze Playground
Buehler Picnic Shelter
Athletic Fields
Multi-use fields
4.2 miles of trails
Compost Education … (4 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary Greenway - 01/13/10 12:42 PM
The Cary Greenway extends throughout the town meandering through the neighborhoods linking parks to its citizens. Since 1980 the Town of Cary has been dedicated to the development of the Cary Greenway for all to enjoy.
The Greenway links our neighborhoods with parks and schools. Preserve open spaces. Enhance Cary's quality of life. Provide recreational activities for its citizens. Add to property values. In June 2009 the Town of Cary was given the green light to become part of the nations East Coast Greenway system. A proposed 3000 mile long Greenway connecting Calais, Maine to Key West, Florida passing right … (2 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary Towne Center Welcomes Another Resident- Parkside Town Commons - 01/04/10 09:25 AM
Cary Towne Center Welcomes Another Resident- Parkside Town Commons
Cary Towne Center Welcomes Another Resident - Parkside Town Commons, a 950,000+ sf mixed-use/lifestyle development, opening Summer 2011. The project will incorporate a main street shopping district anchored by industry leading "big box" tenants, as well as retail shops, office and entertainment. Much more than its predecessor Cary Towne Center located on Walnut Street.
In addition, Parkside Town Commons will host 375 residential units and hotel facilities round out the mixed-use character of the project to meet the needs of an attractive growing community that Cary has become as well as the Research … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary NC Crema Coffee Roaster - 11/26/09 04:35 PM
Cary NC Crema Coffee Roaster
"Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name."
No, not Cheers, Cary NC Crema Coffee Roaster. Each person that walks through the doors is personally greeted by owners Kevin and Regina. I'm so amazed how they seem to remember everyone’s names and coffee order. It just takes one visit to become part of the Crema Coffee Roaster family. Customers flock here to relax in the fireside over-stuffed leather furniture , share information on the computer at the gathering tables, and find a place to work with laptop and headphone.
Crema Coffee Roaster is … (1 comments)
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things to do in cary: Raleigh Christmas Show at the Raleigh Convention Center - 11/24/09 11:51 AM
Raleigh Christmas Show at the Raleigh Convention Center I know the season is near when I receive my annual invitation to the Raleigh Christmas Show at the Raleigh Convention Center. This year I was a bit saddened, because my daughter is my usual companion, and this year is away at college. Away at college is a relative statement, she attends NCSU, only 30 minutes away. Should I give her a call? Absolutely, tradition is tradition!
Last Sunday, with her best friend in tow, the three of us attended the Raleigh Christmas Show at the Convention Center. It was also … (1 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary Christmas Parade - 11/20/09 03:56 PM
Cary Christmas Parade Cary Christmas Parade brings back fond family memories. When my daughter's were at Davis Drive Elementary School they participated on the "Jump Rope Team". They practiced routines in the school parking lot, with parent volunteers, for weeks preparing for the Cary Christmas Parade. Notice the coordinating sweatshirts in the picture, yes, I was one of those parent volunteers. It was a time in my life I throughly enjoyed. About 50 kids were a part of the team, both boys and girl from grades 3-5. It was a honor to be selected after a round of try-outs. The kids … (0 comments)
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things to do in cary: Cary Dog Park- Yes, a Park Dedicated to The Dogs! - 11/04/09 06:53 PM
Cary Dog Park - Yes, a Park Dedicated to The Dogs!
Halfway down High House Rd in the Hybrid while touring Cary NC I remembered a quite unusual park, perfect for a visit, Cary Dog Park. So I made on turn on Maynard Rd and just before Harrison Ave. near Golbold Park is the Cary Dog Park.
Pet friendly places like this park seem to greet you with open arms. The assortment of painted fire hydrants lined the walkway, even the Dog Park Rules sign was adorned with puppy paws. Cary Dog Park is fully equipped; benches, shade area, and … (6 comments)
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