Technology Video: Ferrofluids

Story by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – This week, our S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering and math) video series gives robots a rest and examines ferrofluids, fascinatingly magnetic liquids. Kids of all ages will find this one interesting and inspiring. Read more

Transit Panel and Community Discussion April 16

Story and photo of Cary Amtrak depot by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – On Monday, April 16, Wake Up Wake and the Capital Area Friends of Transit (CAFT) will host a panel discussion in Cary about Wake County’s new transit proposal. Read more

Call for Artists: All Things in Fours

Story from staff reports. Photo by King of Monks, design by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – Here’s an interesting art contest: All Things in Fours. Cary Visual Art (CVA) is running the contest and the winning entries will be exhibited at the Cross Currents Music Festival this sumer in Cary.

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IdeaSlam: What’s Your Idea?

Story from staff reports. Photo by Thomas Hawk.

Cary, NC – Do you have a great idea for a business but don’t know where to start? Have you ever thought about being an entrepreneur but couldn’t take the first step? IdeaSlam at the Cary Innovation Center on Monday, April 16 may be just the ticket for you. Read more

Business in Cary: Upcoming Chamber Events

Story from staff reports. Photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – Lots of exciting stuff going on at the Cary Chamber of Commerce in the next few weeks. Here are a few of the highlights. Read more

Technology Video: Flying Car

Story by Hal Goodtree. Photo courtesy of PAL-V.

Cary, NC – Flying cars were big news at The New York Auto Show last week. Do you have kids who are interested in science, technology, engineering or math? Show them this video of a flying car to get their juices flowing. Read more

Weekend: Cary Farmers Markets Open

The CaryCitizen Calendar of Events is edited by Lindsey Chester. Photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, N.C. – Warm weather is here and our local farmers markets are all set to hold grand openings this Saturday, April 7. You’ll find locally grown produce, meat and seafood along with a healthy portion of entertainment. Read more

Money Matters: 3 Steps to Making Your Money Last in Retirement

Pete D’Arruda (Coach Pete),  president of Capital Financial Advisory Group, contributes monthly to the Money Matters column on CaryCitizen.

Cary, NC – Traditionally, we’ve been told that saving diligently during our working years is the key to a successful, comfortable retirement.  Unfortunately, the harsh reality of accumulating a nest egg is only half the battle. Upon retirement, making your nest egg last is the next, and oftentimes more difficult, challenge. However, it is possible! Read more

Gaming: Smash Bros Brawl to Benefit Cary Children’s Museum

Story by Lindsey Chester.

Cary, NC – GameTruck Triangle will celebrate their first anniversary with a Super Smash Bros “Brawl Tournament” on May 5th . Part of the proceeds will go to help build the Downtown Cary Children’s Museum.

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Technology Video: Meet Nexi, an Emotional Robot

Story by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – What inspires children to become interested in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)?  How about Nexi, a Mobile-Dexterous-Social (MDS) robot demonstrating her range of human emotions? Read more