tagged: arts & crafts, Cary Arts Center, Cary Senior Center, featured, Herbert C. Young Community Center, page walker center Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Cary Art Loop Posted by The Cary Concierge in Art, Cary NC, Education, Events, Family Activities, History The last friday of each month go on a tour of the various galleries in the downtown Cary area. Look at work from local artists and maybe snag a bite at some of the open galleries along the way! A few places you might visit includes the Cary Art Center, Page Walker, Herb Young Community Center, Town Hall, Cary Senior Center, and the Cary Gallery of Artists. Get more information about the art loop for each month by visiting their website which is posted below. Location: downtown galleries Website: Click Here 07/25/2012

Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Rockwell’s American Grill Posted by The Cary Concierge in Events, Family Activities, Food, Restaurants And More Looking for a new place to eat? Rockwell’s American Grill is the perfect place for a night out with the family or a first date. Rockwell’s says that their food is “comfort food with a twist”. A modern American grill with classics from old school delis and diners. The outdoor patio seats more than 100 and is great in the sunny, summer weather or for a group gathering. This restaurant is reasonably priced with family style serving as an option. Would you like pancakes at 8 o’ clock at night? Rockwell’s has you covered! Location: 1080 Darrington Drive Phone: (919) 459-5880 07/23/2012

tagged: Cary Town Center, featured, FREE, the cary concierge Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Free 16×20 portrait anyone? Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Free Events Are you interested in winning a Free 16×20 portrait? To go out and get pictures nowadays can be very expensive. Why go out when you have a pretty decent camera at home that you can use to make a card with a local store like CVS or Walmart? Well, I am sure that I got your attention on the word “free”. Go into your local Studio Express, and for those of you in Cary that is the one at the Cary Town Center, to find out more information on how to receive a free portrait. Join their Facebook page for information as well. Good luck! Location: 1105 Walnut Street, Suite 200 Phone: (919) 467-0145 07/23/2012

tagged: featured, Kids Activites, lessons, the cary concierge Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Feminine Integrity Course Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Uncategorized When we are children things seem to be very simplistic and easy. As we grow up, our eyes open to the world around us and just how difficult it is. As a young woman bombarded with images in society of how to look, act and who to date, things can be very complicated. Triangle Psychological Service is offering a course called Feminine Integrity, designed to equip growing girls with what they need to remain true to themselves. The course is for girls 12 to 15, every Monday from 3 pm to 4:15 pm. Please call the number below is you are interested and would like more information. Location: 1125 Kildaire Farm R... 07/20/2012

tagged: featured, food, pets, Summer Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Henry’s Gelato Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Food, Restaurants And More The weather here in Cary has been pretty crazy lately, we even reached 106 degrees two days in a row! That is insane. A great way to cool off from this weather is having a delicious gelato treat at Henry’s Gelato. For a limited time, you can also treat your dog to a free scoop of K9 Krunch when you order a red cup or any size larger for yourself. We aren’t the only one’s suffering through this heat, so is man’s best friend. Trust me, your dog will LOVE this chill treat. Location: 1063 Darrington Drive, in the Preston Walk Shopping Center Phone: (919) 388-5888 07/20/2012

tagged: cary concierge, featured, music, Seniors Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Shape Note Singing Posted by The Cary Concierge in Adult Event, Cary NC, Music, Performing Arts, Seniors Every fourth Sunday at the Glenaire Retirement Community, PineCone and the Triangle Shape-Note Singers sponsor an event called Shape Note Singing. This Sunday, July 22nd from 2 pm to 4 pm you are invited to come out and sign with them. Beginners are welcome and music will be provided for you. For more information visit their website by clicking here. Location: 4000 Glenaire Circle Phone: (919) 781-3596   07/20/2012

Saturday, July 21st 11 AM - 4 PM Downtown Performance Green at the Corner of Kildaire Farm Road and Academy Street. ACTIVITIES Send a postcard to the Troops - postcards provided- you provide the message of support! Coups for Troops - bring your expired coupons - service members can still use them overseas and we'll make sure they get there! Donation Station for USO - the USO at RDU Airport serves about 24,000 service members and their families each year. Bring non-perishable supplies to help their efforts - tooth brushes, paper towels, paper plates, dispoable cutlery, hard candy and toothpaste. Lumpy's Ice Cream Eating Contest - We're inviting members of the military - Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard to compete against each other to see who can come out on top in the ice cr... 07/19/2012

We are a direct lender in North Carolina.  FHA, VA, Jumbo, USDA and conventional home loans are funded in house with our own money. Contact us today to find out  the best time to lock in a low rate.  We use tracking software so you can make an educated decision on when to lock in rate.     North Carolina Direct Mortgage Lender-Refinance Rates North Carolina 07/17/2012

tagged: featured, Summer, the cary concierge, things to do in cary nc Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Pint Night Posted by The Cary Concierge in Adult Event, Cary NC, Events, Food, Restaurants And More, Sports Bar The Corner Tavern, located at the Maynard Crossing Shoppin Center (corner of Maynard and High House), is having Pint Night on Thursday, July 12th starting at 8:30 pm. Every Thursday all draft beer is only $2.50! The Corner Tavern is also bringing in DJ Robert White who spins tunes from 8:30 to closing each week. Bring some requests in mind because he plays them all! Call up the babysitter and go out for the evening! Location: 1301 Northwest Maynard Road Phone: (919) 460-7151   07/09/2012

tagged: Cary Town Center, featured, holiday things to do, things to do in cary nc   Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Support Operation Heart Felt Salute   Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Uncategorized   The Cary Town Center is partaking in a program called Operation Heart Felt Salute, in which donations are collected for care packages sent out to troops overseas.  The program runs until December 31st and the donations are collected at the Mall Office.  You can also write letters of thanks and encouragement to be sent in the care packages.  A list of all the supplies they take is located on the Cary Town Center website under Sales and Events.  Click on the Operation Heart Felt Salute icon and it will lead you to more information about nominating a loved one, items to ... 07/07/2012

No one ever spoke about it. But everyone always knew.... No one ever spoke about it. But everyone always knew that Millicent was a little different from the other girls.... You see, Millicent didn't call Craig Rutman to help her buy her new Raleigh, Cary, Apex area home. Yes, I know. You're already scared to read on... But hang in there folks. Millicent thought that she could save some money by calling the number on the "For Sale" sign in the yard of a home she was interested in. What Millicent didn't know was that the person who answered her phone call represented the seller... and NOT her. What Millicent also didn't know was that having a buyer's agent in North Carolina does NOT cost you anything, except for loyalty to your Real Estate agent... who will be working to promote YOUR best... 07/05/2012

This 4th of July Make Sure It's a Safe One Please Buckle Up. About a thousand years ago, when I was in my late teens, and before seat belt use was mandatory, I was the first person on the scene of a deadly accident. I won't go into the details, but suffice it to say that I saved two people's lives that night... Two other people didn't make it. They probably would have if they were wearing seat belts. It was from that moment on that I have worn my seat belt each and every time I get into my car. And I won't even put my car in gear until all my passengers are safely buckled up. So, when you go out to celebrate our nation's birthday, please remember to put on your seat belts. If you've not seen this video, I suggest you view it now. It's brilliantly done and truly captures the essence of t... 07/01/2012

Cary, NC Housing Market Report May 2012     Housing in Cary, NC is Strong! The median sales price increased from $272,206 in May 2011 to $279,700 in May 2012. Inventory is down and DOM - days on the market has increased slightly. We're still seeing multiple offers on homes. What is very good is the sales price to listing ration is 97.2%. This mean the average home is selling for approximately 97% of the final listing price. Cary needs to be aware that the median sale price for Apex is only a couple thousand below Cary. Days on the Market for Apex @ 82 days was significantly better than Cary's 101 days on the market. What does this mean to buyers?: The good news is you're buying in an area that is increasingly stable. While prices have increased, the Cary market is still experiencing low... 06/30/2012

  Come on out for the celebration! Event seating on the lawn is FREE and blankets, lawn chairs and picnics are permitted. Koka Kids Club is located lakeside - enjoy the Video Gaming Truck, Magic Show, Face Painting and a Family Scavenger Hunt! All Kids Club events are FREE! Gates open at 3 PM and the festivities run from 3 PM to 7 PM. Make sure you get a good seat early to enjoy the spectacular fireworks planned later in the evening. For more information, click on the Koka Booth Website. 06/29/2012

Record Heat Predicted for the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area This Weekend! Why Not Have Some Ice Cream?   With temperatures soaring well into the 100's throughout the weekend here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area, it's an understatement to say that it's HOT out there!   So, if you need to take a break and cool off a bit, why not enjoy some ice cream? Click on map below or the picture above to find ice cream shops here in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex area! Oh, and the temperatures are not the only thing that's hot here. The housing market is too!   If you're looking to buy a home, there are some hot deals right now too! Why not head on over to www.justNChomes.com and begin the quest to find your new home. Stay cool my friends!   Beat the Heat - Ice Cream Shops in the Raleigh, Cary, Apex Area   View ... 06/28/2012

Rex Heathcare Presents the North Carolina Symphony SUMMERFEST at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Join the NC Symphony for the summer long celebration of music! Bring your picnic basket and enjoy the show. Gates open at5 PM, Music starts at7:30 PM SUMMERFEST Schedule Saturday, May 25 Summerfest Opening Night Saturday June 3rd – Rhapsody in Blue Saturday June 9th Pines ofRome Saturday June 16th Fables for Families Saturday June 23rd Totally Awesome 80s Saturday June 30th Romeo and Juliet Wednesday July 4th Independence DayFREE Concert Saturday July 7th A Night in Paris 06/28/2012

Patrons can bring a blanket or chair as the spacious lawn at Booth Amphitheatre is transformed in to an outdoor movie theatre. Tickets are $3, kids under 12 are free, A portion of the Movies By Moonlight proceeds will benefit the WakeMed Children’s hospital. Gates times are 7pmand movies will start at dusk. Visit the Koka Booth Amphitheatre website for more information. 2012 Movies by Moonlight Schedule MAY19th – Saturday – Puss in Boots – PG MAY25th– Friday -Crazy Stupid Love – PG13 MAY31st – Thursday -Moneyball – PG 13 JUNE 8th – Friday -Sound of Music Sing-A-Long – NR Special Event pricing for this show JUNE 15th – Friday – Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1 – PG13 JUNE 21st – Thursday – The Help – PG13 JUNE 29th – Friday – Drive – R JULY 5th – Thursday – To Kill a Mockingbird – NR JULY ... 06/28/2012

tagged: Cary, featured, fun, Koka Booth Things to do in Cary by the Cary Concierge…Drive Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, Family Activities, Uncategorized Movies by Moonlight will be showing the movie Drive on Friday, June 29th starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets cost $3 for adults and children 12 and under get in for free. However, this movie is rated R so please plan on leaving the little ones at home for this one. Feel free to being chairs, blankets, a picnic, whatever will make you most comfortable. This is also a great date night idea! Drive is the story of a Hollywood stunt driver by day a loner by nature, who moonlights as a top notch getaway driver for hire in the criminal underworld. He finds himself a target for some of LA’s most dangerous men after agreeing to aid t... 06/28/2012

  Carolina Preserve™ and Carolina Arbors™ introduces new Models     Cary NC is host to the most popular Del Webb® Community on the East Coast.Yesterday Carolina Preserve™introduced four new models in the Dogwood Collection and prototypes for the new Carolina Arbors community based on focus groups designed to introduce new features and functionality that Active Adults are looking for in a 55+ community. The unveiling of the new models was quite a celebration with hot dogs and ice cream for all attendees.The unveiling was such a success it was difficult to even go through the models because the event had so many attendees.  As a part of the unveiling Pulte is offering a $38,000 promotional incentive for buying into the new collection.Pulte, the builder, changes incentives monthly so this ... 06/24/2012

Totally Awesome 80s at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Saturday June 23rd A NC Symphony Rex Healthcare Summerfest Concert  Sarah Hicks leads the orchestra in totally awesome hits of the 80s: “Welcome to the Jungle,” “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “Every Breath You Take,” “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “Thriller” and many, many more. Big hair, bangles and legwarmers all highly recommended. Ticket Pricing: $33 Advance Lawn ticket; $38 day of show lawn ticket & $38 advance table ticket; $43 day of show table ticket Event Times: Gates open at 5:00pm and the concert starts at 7:30pm Click here for more information.     06/22/2012