Movie Review: Lincoln
Review by Hal Goodtree. Photos from thelincolnmovie.com.
Cary, NC – Lincoln, the new movie by Steven Spielberg, is a very good film. Could be the Best Picture of the Year. But it’s not Schindler’s List. Read more
Pictures: Cary Christmas Parade
Photos by Hal Goodtree.
Cary, NC – The weather was mild for the annual Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 8, 2012. An estimated crowd of 20,000 lined Chatham and Academy streets for the big show.
Cooking with Elise at The Matthews House
Cary, NC – The Matthews House is pleased to announce their very first Cooking with Elise at The Matthews House on Tuesday December 11, 2012. Proceeds from the event will go to Dorcas Ministries, located in Cary, NC. Read more
“Mom, is there really a Santa Claus?”
Guest post by writer Colleen Malloy-Cagnassola of Wake Forest. Photo by Brooke Meyer.
My young son approached me recently looking for the truth! Usually when he approaches me, it’s because he wants something tangible. But this time was different. He seemed hopeless. He looked up with sadness in his eyes, and asked, “Mom, is there really a Santa?” Instantly, my body froze. Read more
Holly Jolly Christmas at Pop-Up Shop
Story and photos by Lindsey Chester. Above, leather goods from Zanan and the artist who makes them, this week at Holly Daze.
Cary, NC – Have you ever heard of a Pop-up shop? I hadn’t, but apparently its all the rage in urban areas, where retail space is expensive and entrepreneurs just getting a start have something to sell, but are low on funds to rent permanent space. The Town of Cary has sponsored their first Pop-Up Shop at 120 E. Chatham Street and it’s called Holly Daze. I visited on Tuesday. Read more
Weekend Update: Christmas Parade & Hanukkah Festival
Lindsey Chester edits the CaryCitizen Calendar of Events.
Cary, NC – It’s a big weekend on the Cary Calendar of Events with the annual Jaycees Christmas Parade on Saturday and the Hanukkah Festival on Sunday. Read more
Kickstarter: Cross Currents Festival Needs Your Supporter
Cary, NC – Five years ago, the Cross Currents Festival started with two concerts and two open rehearsals. By 2012, they had grown to 12 concerts, 8 open rehearsals and three week-long intensive workshops for students. Now, Cross Currents needs your support. Read more
Vote for Your Favorite Gifting Tree
Story and photos by Lindsey Chester.
Cary, NC – Have you traveled down Academy Street lately? Noticed all the weirdly wonderful Christmas trees that are lining the street? They are part of a Christmas Tree decorating contest with a twist! Read more
Lori Bush: A Theater is Reborn
Story by Lori Bush. Republished from her blog.
Cary, NC – Being a council member does have its perks. Ceremonial duties such as groundbreakings or award programs are some of my favorite activities. I’m also looking forward to a promised ride-along with a Cary police officer, and my first chance to be in a parade (that’s next weekend!) Sometimes these events give me a behind-the-scenes look at some of Town projects in development in Cary. Read more
Pictures: Old Time Winter Festival
Photos by Hal Goodtree.
Cary, NC – The weather was perfect on Saturday for the Ole Time Winter Festival. Not wintry, mind you, but perfect. Crowds enjoyed the shopping, food and entertainment in Downtown Cary, and we’ve got the pictures to prove it. Read more