free events: Story and Craft time for kids - 08/14/12 05:07 AM
tagged: arts & crafts, featured, food, FREE Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Story and Craft Time Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Food, Free Events, Kids Activities
This Thursday it is time again for Chik-Fil-A’s Story and Craft Time hosted by Huntington Learning Center of Cary.  From 9:30 am to 10:30 am the third Thursday of every month, the Huntington Learning Center hosts this event at the Chik-Fil-A in Waverly Place.  Your child can make some fun arts and crafts or hear a new story while enjoying their meal from Chik-Fil-A.  This … (0 comments)

free events: Fun with Legos - 06/24/12 05:10 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Fun with Legos  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, Free Events, Kids Activities
 
Barnes and Noble is hosting a super fun event for children of all ages!  Children will hone their motor skills by building with Lego micro bricks during the  Lego Building event.  To participate in this free event, please sign in at the sing in sheet at Barnes and Noble.  Ask at the Customer Service desk if you have any questions, or … (2 comments)

free events: Enchanted Author at Barnes and Noble - 05/20/12 12:14 AM
tagged: Barnes and Noble, featured, FREE, the cary concierge Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Enchanted Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events
Barnes and Noble welcomes author Alethea Kontis to Cary on Tuesday, May 22nd.  She is going to be promoting her new novel, Enchanted.  It is a clever fantasy which weaves together favorite childhood fairy tales into a teen novel.  For those fans of the hit television show Once Upon A Time, you will enjoy this new novel.  Please come out at 7 pm to get your copy of the book … (2 comments)

free events: Wind Down Wednesdays - 05/18/12 06:04 AM
tagged: Cary, Entertainment, featured, FREE Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Wind Down Wednesdays Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Concerts, Events, Family Activities, Food, Free Events, Music, Performing Arts
New Waverly Place off of Kildaire Farm road has started a new series called Wind Down Wednesdays.  It features free concerts from 6 pm to 9 pm every wednesday night from May 16th through July 25th.  The next performance will be Magic Pipes on May 23rd.  Also, while you are out at New Waverly Place you should check out the new cupcake shop, Gigi’s.  They are open … (1 comments)

free events: I love you to God and Back - 05/07/12 06:42 AM
tagged: Barnes and Noble, Cary, featured, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Meet Author Amanda Lamb Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Uncategorized
Just in time for Mother’s Day, author Amanda Lamb will be at Barnes and Noble to talk about her new book “I Love You to God and Back”.  She will talk about bedtime prayers, reflections on her daughter when she was younger and their special bond together.  Come out May 8th at 7 pm for this special event.
Location: 760  SE Maynard Road
Phone: (919) 467-3866
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free events: Herbfest in Cary - 05/02/12 07:32 AM
tagged: featured, FREE, fun, Kids Activites, page walker center Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Herbfest Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events, Kids Activities
The 3rd Annual Herbfest at the Page Walker Arts and History Center will be hosted on May 5th, from 9 am to 3 pm.  There will be herb cooking demonstrations, booths selling a variety of herbs, crafts and garden products as well.  Each vendor will offer something related to herbs, whether it is cooking, gardening or planning your own herb garden in your window.  Kids activities will be … (2 comments)

free events: Triangle Lemonade Day - 05/02/12 07:26 AM
tagged: Cary, featured, FREE, Kids Activites Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Triangle Lemonade Day Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Education, Events, Family Activities, Food, Free Events, Kids Activities
Triangle Lemonade Day is a fun, free, hands on program that teaches kids how to start, own and operate their own business using a lemonade stand as an example.  The Cary family YMCA and the YMCA of the Triangle are sponsoring this event.  It all began in Houston, TX in 2007 with 2,700 and has since grown to thirty-one cities in the United States and Canada with … (2 comments)

free events: Come see some Great local talent - 04/30/12 06:13 AM
tagged: Entertainment, featured, FREE, Kids Activites Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Jamfest Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events, Music
Jamfest will be held on May 5th from 11 am to 4 pm at Bond Park.  The Town of Cary knows the importance of musical talent in teen musicians.  Come out to support your friends and see a greet show.  This event is for band that are in Middle School and High School.  If you would like information on competing, the application is in the back of the Winter – Spring … (1 comments)

free events: Shred-A-Max - 04/29/12 02:20 AM
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free events: 19th Annual Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival - 04/23/12 07:33 AM
tagged: arts & crafts, Bond Park, featured, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Spring Daze Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, CRAFT FAIR, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, Food, Free Events, Performing Arts
The 19th Annual Spring Daze will be going on Saturday April 28th at Fred G. Bond Metro Park starting at 9 am.  There is going to be more than 180 local artists this year, quite a selection of things to check out.  Four stages through out the park will feature live entertainment, including storytelling on the Children’s … (2 comments)

free events: Comedy in Downtown Cary - 04/18/12 04:51 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Downtown Cary Comedy Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Free Events
Ready for a good laugh? John Felts and Mike Santo will be performing some comedy pieces in Downtown Cary on April 21st starting at 7 pm. John’s skit includes commentary, story-telling and rap battling about his perspective on marriage, struggling to do the right thing, dating, American culture and parenting. Mike will entertain us with his sarcastic and unique family life, being a husband, being a dad, growing up in the 80s … (1 comments)

free events: Auditions at the Cary Arts Center - 04/15/12 06:19 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Cary Playwright’s Forum Auditions Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events, Free Events, Performing Arts, Play
The Cary Playwright’s Forum is holding auditions at the Cary Arts Center on Tuesday, April 17th at 7:30 pm in room M-10. Callbacks for the auditions will be April 18th. If you are unable to audition on Tuesday, then you may do so on Wednesday. Sign in starts at 7 pm and the auditions begin at 7:30 pm. All seven directors will be at auditions. … (1 comments)

free events: Teacher Appreciation Open House - 04/15/12 06:08 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Educator Appreciation Open House Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Free Events, Uncategorized
Barnes and Noble is having an Educator Appreciation Open House Tuesday, April 17th starting at 4 pm. You can use your educator discount card to save 25% throughout the store and 10% off movies and music. Also, make sure you enter for your chance to win a Nook tablet or a $500 gift card. There will be refreshments and free classroom materials available as well. … (1 comments)

free events: Nazim Hikmet Poetry Festival - 04/13/12 07:22 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Nazim Hikmet Poetry Festival Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Education, Events, Family Activities, Family Activities, Free Events, History, Music
This year will be the 4th annual Nazim Hikmet Poetry Festival held at the Page Walker Arts and History Center. The festival is free and open to the public. Doors open at 10:30 am on April 15th. There will be workshops to attend, live music playing and so much more! This is a celebration of the life … (2 comments)

free events: AARP Tax Help - 04/11/12 05:20 AM
Looking for help filing your taxes?  Come to the Dogwood Room today between 10 am and 4 pm at Bond Park Community Center to receive information and assistance with filing your taxes.  Make sure you bring all of your paperwork!  This program is design is for anyone with low to moderate income, as well as senior adults.  You do not need to register for this, it is first come, first served.  Please remember to get the name and contact information of the individual who helps you out!  Bond Park Community Center is located across from the Cary Senior Center.
Location: 150 … (1 comments)

free events: Social Bridge at the Cary Senior Center - 04/04/12 12:36 AM
Please sign up for bridge at the Cary Senior Center, slots fill up quickly.  There is Evening Bridge from 5 pm to 9pm ever Tuesday in room 303.  Daytime Bridge takes place from 1 pm to 4pm in Ballroom 2 every Monday.   Finally, there is Duplicate Bridge which is in room 303 the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 1 pm to 4 pm.  Make sure you register for these events!  If you do not, then you won’t be able to participate!
 
Location: 120 Maury O’Dell Place
Phone: (919) 469-4081

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free events: Eyelids Impact on Vision - 04/02/12 01:20 AM
Classroom 302 at the Cary Senior Center is buzzing with activity!  They have a program going on called: Resources for Seniors – Ask the Health Expert.  These classes are free and bring in health experts to explore health and aging issues. On April 13th at 9:30 am, the conversation will be able your eyelids.  Dr. Zaldivar will discuss the anatomy of your eyelid, as well as how the changes over time impact your vision.  Feel free to ask questions during this discussion.
Location: 120 Maury O’Dell Place
Phone: (919) 469-4081

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free events: Knitting for Beginners - 04/02/12 01:19 AM
Carolyn Furkey will teach you the basics of how to knit and purl at a Knitting for Beginners class at the Cary Senior Center.  There will be 6 classes in all from April 14th to May 26th, with no class on April 28th.  The classes run from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in the conference room.  You will be creating a sleeveless top, while learning how to use various sizes of needles, yarns, how to do measurements and how to properly piece your creation together.  Cost for the class is $39 for Cary residents and $51 for non-Cary residents.
Location: 120 … (1 comments)

free events: Journaling Class - 03/30/12 11:36 PM
tagged: Cary, featured, lessons, the cary concierge Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Journaling Class Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Events
On April 2nd from noon until 1 pm, Chamber Arts! is having a Journaling Class taught by Sharon Elizabeth Wood.  Each week the group meets to learn simple techniques to creative writing that allow the writer to start a conversation with the reader on a variety of subjects.  If you have an interest in journaling or have a curiosity about the class, then you are welcome to join us.  Sharon began teaching with Duke’s … (2 comments)

free events: Three Kings Celebration - 01/02/12 06:28 AM
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Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Three Kings Celebration  
Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Volunteer Activities
 
Bond Park is having a Three Kings Celebration on January 7th at 2 pm.  This is a very important day in the Latin culture.  There will be a parade of people dressed n the traditional attire of the Three Kings and music to dance to.  Hot chocolate will be served, along with traditional “Rosca de los Reyes” bread and other desserts.  Following the parade will be the gift giving … (4 comments)