North Carolina’s stories are full of folklore and magic. With myths dating back to the 1600’s, our state’s oral tradition tells of mermaids in the Cape Fear, Moon-Eyed people in the mountains, fairy crosses on the Blue Ridge, and a circle in Siler City where the devil himself paces. Some North Caro...
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Downtown Cary: Best of the Weekend, October 16-22
The cool weather is here at last, and Downtown Cary has dozens of cozy activities prepared to make the most of the crisp autumn air! Kick off the weekend with a rustic trolley tour down to Good Hope Farm, led by local farmers who will share stories from the North Carolina's agricultural community. ...
Traces of History Hidden in The Cary Theater’s Walls
Standing in line for tickets at The Cary Theater, it’s easy to miss the bricked-up entrance that was originally built during an era of racial segregation. If you look closely at the movie poster by the front door, you can see the brick wall forms a door-shaped indentation behind the movie poster di...
Downtown Cary’s Best of the Weekend: October 9 – 15
Downtown Cary is full of launch parties, festivals, and anniversaries this week -- so take your pick! Bond Brothers Beer Company is "hopping" this Thursday, unveiling an exciting Can Release Party on Thursday night, with samples and giveaways!
Sunday brings two amazing festivals! The Downtown C...
Downtown History: The Phantom Horse of Ambassador Loop
The streets of Downtown Cary are beautiful in the autumn. Whether you’re sipping warm pumpkin spice at BREW, eating a classic Ashworth’s hot dog, or kicking up leaves at the Downtown Park, it’s hard to imagine that these peaceful streets carry haunting history and legends. However, if you’ve ever t...