2015 NC State Fair: Photos & More

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Raleigh, NC — It’s no secret that, in North Carolina, we’re famous for our state fair. Armed with photographer Brooke Meyer, we set out to the 2015 NC State Fair to capture the spirit of the rides, the games, the animals, the exhibits and, of course, the fried food. Read more

Seeds

Recipe: 5 Variations on Baked Pumpkin Seeds

Seeds

Cary, NC — If you’re like me, every year you carve that jack o’ lantern and attempt to roast some pumpkin seeds. Here are some delicious variations to “kick it up a notch.” Read more

Taggart

Taggart Autosport Opens in Cary

Taggart

Cary, NC — Something extraordinary just opened in Cary, and there’s nothing in the area like it. Read more

Bowling

Art: Do You Recognize These Sculptures?

Bowling

Cary, NC — During a recent trip to Greenville, NC, I stumbled across a field filled with extraordinary, yet familiar-looking, sculptures as I drove through downtown. Read more

Weekend: Hula Hooping, Spooky Events & a Gala

Weekend

Cary, NC — Check the CaryCitizen Calendar and our Halloween Guide for frightful and fun events all weekend long in Cary. Apart from all the Halloween events, we found a fundraising gala, a hula hoop and wine party, a stand-up comedy show and more. Read more

New Cary Park Opens on American Tobacco Trail

New Hope Park

Cary, NC — On Saturday, October 17, 2015, the New Hope Church Road Trailhead Park opened in northwestern Cary. We were there to take some photos of the ceremony. Read more

South Hills

A Look Inside South Hills, Cary’s Oldest Mall

South Hills

Cary, NC — I took a trip down memory lane to visit South Hills Plaza, Cary’s oldest mall.  Read more

Village Art Circle

A Look Inside the Village Art Circle Gallery

Village Art Circle

Cary, NC — Last month, I visited the Cary Gallery of Artists, Cary’s oldest gallery. This week, I decided to check out the Village Art Circle Gallery, which is right next door. Read more

Popcorn

Recipe: Holiday Popcorn

Popcorn

Cary, NC — Do you need a break from all the Halloween candy? This kid-friendly recipe is perfect for parties, favors, movie nights or anytime snacking.  Read more

Green Hope

Cary Students Perform in Orchestra Festival

Green Hope

Dr. Kevin Geraldi, associate conductor of Conducting at the University of Greensboro, led a full ensemble of students in the final performance of the ‘Can Can’ before a packed house.

Editor’s Note: This was a big week for music students in Cary. Three high school bands competed in regional competitions last weekend, and Green Hope held its annual orchestra festival last night. Photographer Dave Gill sent us this story.

Cary, NC — Just over 300 local middle and high school students participated in the annual Green Hope Orchestra Festival on Thursday, October 15, 2015. Read more