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Downtown Cary’s Newest Taproom Opens June 26

Cary, NC — The folks behind the Cotton House Craft Brewers taproom on Academy Street have announced the grand opening of their second Downtown location that will house a new beer company called Triangle Beer Co. and a new food program called Craft Concepts.

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2021 Juneteenth Celebrations in Cary

Cary, NC — Celebrated annually, Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger read federal orders in Galveston, Texas, that all previously enslaved people in the state were free.

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Cary Arts Organizations: Cary Photographic Artists

Cary, NC — To thank Cary’s nonprofit arts organizations that have kept us all entertained before and during the pandemic, we started up a series last month to share their stories and to highlight any upcoming performances, displays, or galleries.

This month we’re taking a closer look at Cary Photographic Artists.

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Weekend Events: Celebrating Juneteenth & Father’s Day

Cary, NC — This weekend marks the celebration of two holidays, Juneteenth and Father’s Day in Cary. Here’s a look through just a few of the events and celebrations you can join in on this weekend.

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Cary Scientist Launches Research Communication Firm

Cary, NC — One of the latest female-owned small businesses to launch in Cary is called Data Soapbox, a firm dedicated to promoting the effective communication of research study results.

Under the ownership of Dr. Lori Palen, the firm is aimed at helping clients to merge science and design.

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Gardening: What To Do After Heavy Rains

Cary, NC – As you likely noticed, Cary has seen heavy rainfall this spring, which can cause problems for your garden. So for the next storm and future ones, here are some tips on how to help your garden after it rains.

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Pop-Up Markets Popping Up Everywhere

Cary, NC- If you are like me, you missed gathering with people and browsing artisan goods while sipping a craft beer and listening to live acoustic music. You know what I’m talking about — you missed festivals and pop-ups. Read more

Cary History: Remembering Jeanette Reaves Evans

Cary, NC — Cary lost an icon on May 17, 2021, with the passing of Jeanette Reaves Evans. She will be sorely missed.

Here’s a glimpse into her life, in her won words, from an interview in April 2009.

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Cary Town Council Approves Extra $15 Million for Downtown Park

Cary, NC — The Cary Town Council made two actions of approval in last night’s meeting, one to appropriate an additional $15 million in funding to complete the Downtown Park and the other to “allocate” a police canine named Brackeen to Holly Springs as his handler in Cary is retiring.

What ended up taking up the most discussion time was a contentious rezoning amendment request in the Wellington Park area that has spurred over 300 signatures in a petition against it.

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Weekend Events: Acrobats, Bluegrass & Pop-Ups

Cary, NC — This weekend, the Downtown Cary Food & Flea returns to the Fidelity Bank parking lot and Koka Booth is set to host acrobats and blue grass bands.

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