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July 2016
Intersection Improvements
We’re in the planning and design phase of the FY2016 Intersection Improvements project, which looks at pedestrian, bike and vehicular safety as well as level of service improvements.
The following locations are candidate projects being considered and are subject to change:
- Kildaire Farm Road and Ten-Ten Road
- SW Cary Parkway and Waldo Rood Boulevard
- Waldo Rood Boulevard and MacArthur Drive
- Kildaire Farm Road and Advent Court
- High House Road from Widdington Lane to Carpenter Upchurch Road, including Jenks Carpenter Road
- Davis Drive and Waldo Rood Boulevard in partnership with NCDOT
Public Information Workshop
Join us August 29 at the Herb Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Ave., anytime from 4:30-7:30 p.m. to check out the current designs, ask questions and weigh in.
“FY2016 Intersection Improvements” at www.townofcary.org; (919) 469-4030
40th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival is Two Days!
The Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary by expanding the one-day festival to two days! The festival will remain on Cary’s Town Hall Campus this year as the Academy Street improvement project continues. Our festival is a signature event for the Town of Cary, annually welcoming more than 50,000 people downtown to experience an amazing array of exceptional arts and crafts.
Lazy Daze is a big-time festival that maintains its small-town roots. It’s a fun day for the entire family – arts and crafts, food, Kid’s World and five stages of entertainment all day. Join us for two days celebrating 40 years of Lazy Daze!
When: Saturday, August 27 | 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, August 28 | 12:30–5 p.m.
Where: Town Hall Campus
Remember, while we love animals, your pets are not allowed at Lazy Daze.
“Lazy Daze” at www.townofcary.org
Cary It Green
Placed at the Curb
Garbage and recycling carts should be placed at the curb no earlier than dusk the night before your collection day and no later than 7 a.m. on your collection day. Set the cart so that the arrows on the lid point toward the street and keep them away from light poles, mailboxes, fire hydrants and parked cars. Remove the emptied cart from the curb no later than 6 a.m. the next day. (919) 469-4090
Label a Drain
Storm drains lead directly to our rivers and streams. Help keep them clean and clear to protect water quality. Spread the word by volunteering to label a drain or two near you. Call (919) 469-4030 to get started. Individuals and groups are welcome.
“Stormwater Education” at www.townofcary.org
Mosquito Prevention Tips
It’s summertime, and those pesky, blood-thirsty buzzers are in full force. With the arrival of the Zika virus to North America, now more than ever it’s important that you take steps to protect you and your family from mosquitoes:
- Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and socks. Apply repellent to exposed skin as directed. Consider treating clothing with permethrin insect repellent.
- Every few days empty and scrub or throw out items outdoors that can hold water like tires, buckets, birdbaths or trash containers.
- Keep windows and doors shut and use air conditioning when possible. Use, install or repair window and door screens.
“Mosquito” at www.townofcary.org; “Zika” at www.wakegov.com
Like, Follow, Connect @Cary
Stay informed on all things Cary! Friend us - www.facebook. com/TownofCaryNC. Follow us - twitter.com/TownofCary or twitter. com/toc_fun for events around Town. Keep up with detours and road closings at twitter.com/toc_ traffic. And watch us in action on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ townofcarychannel.
BUD Bits
Come cheer on more than 16 teams at USA Baseball’s 17/18U Cup, July 29-31 at the USA Baseball National Training Complex. For more, (919) 387-5844. “USA Baseball NTC” at www.townofcary.org
Eat, drink and be Cary! The next Chatham Street Chowdown is Sunday, July 31, 5-9:30 p.m. Enjoy outdoor dining, entertainment and plenty of beer and wine options. “Chatham Street Chow¬down” at www.townofcary.org
We’re making it easy for you to read our annual water quality re¬port. Check out waterreport.townofcary.org for a summary of last year’s water quality results, tests and readings.
Gooooal! Carolina Railhawks play Puerto Rico FC on August 13 and take on Indy 11, August 20 at 7:30 p.m. “WakeMed Soccer Park” at www.townofcary.org
Imagine Cary Public Meetings
Join us for these upcoming Imagine Cary public meetings, July 28 and August 2: Herb Young Community Center, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Contact is (919) 460-4983 for more information.
Also, get an update on the Eastern Cary Gateway’s June meeting. Contacts are (919) 319-4580 or (919) 469- 4033.
“Imagine Cary” at www.townofcary.org
Be Aware, Not Scared
Copperhead snake activity heats up as the warmer weather approaches this summer. Neighborhoods, greenways, parks, ball¬field and playground edges and suburbia, in general, are prime places for copperhead encounters throughout the summer and the fall. Here are some easy steps you can take to stay safe: Wear shoes when walking outside around your house after dark and use a flashlight. Bites aren’t typically fatal, but they sure hurt!
Remember, when you encounter one, don’t aggravate it; just move around it. Never attempt to pick it up. You can’t get bitten if you don’t get close. If you are bitten, seek medical attention. For more information about snakes and other local wildlife, check out the programs at Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve.
“Stevens Nature Center” at www.townofcary.org
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ
Join us at this year’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival, Au¬gust 5-6 at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre. You’ll enjoy two days of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’ and barbecue eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so that you can enjoy an all-you-care-to-taste sampling of beer and bourbon.
And if you get hungry, dig in with some of the best barbecue vendors from around the state - all while sitting in on great seminars in the tasting theater and live music all day. Items allowed at the event: lawn chairs (any height), blankets, rain coats or ponchos, cameras and bottled water.
boothamphitheatre.com (919) 462-2025
Cultural Connection
Philharmonic Association: Summer Session Concerts (August 3, 6 p.m. & 7:45 p.m., Cary Arts Center). (919) 462-4069.
Philharmonic Association & International Ballet Acad¬emy: Cary’s Exceptional Young Talent
(August 9, 2 p.m., Cary Arts Center). (919) 462-4069.
Visit www.townofcary.org and Twitter @TOC_Fun for more
Rules to Avoid Rabies
A few simple common sense rules, if followed, can help you and your pet avoid being exposed to rabies this summer:
- Make sure to vaccinate your pets on schedule without fail.
- Don’t approach to pet or feed any wild animal or even a stray pet if you are unfamiliar with its vaccination history.
- Don’t let pets roam free or leave them unattended.
- Odd behavior in wild mammals can be a sign of several dis¬eases. Don’t approach these animals!
- Keep garbage secured in cans so wildlife can’t get at it, and don’t leave pet food outside your house to draw wild animals.
Dance the Night Away
From dance-inducing old-time rhythms and foot-stomping Irish melodies to hard-driving Bluegrass, Charm City Junction creates a fresh soundscape that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats.
Sponsored in part by Pine Cone, the performance takes place August 13 at 6 p.m. at Bond Park’s Sertoma Amphitheatre.
“Sertoma” at www.townofcary.org; (919) 469-4061
Fall Basketball
Fall Youth Basketball regis¬tration is July 11-31 for ages 5-8 (as of 10/15/16). Costs are $50 - Cary residents and $75 - nonresidents. Birth certificates are required for all 5 year olds.
Reminder postcards will be mailed to last year’s partici¬pants.
“Youth Sports” at www.townofcary.org
HYCC Turns 25!
Join us at Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival to kick off a week-long celebration (August 27-September 2) in honor of 25 years of the Herbert C. Young Community Center, located in the heart of Downtown Cary. Each day of this week will fea-ture something fun to celebrate.
“Herbert Young” at www.townofcary.org
Tennis Tourneys
Cary Tennis Park is hosting two tournaments this summer! The NC Junior Summer State Closed Tournament is August 3-7. Play will occur on satellite courts for the first few days: An¬nie Jones Park, Middle Creek School Park, R.S. Dunham Park and Robert V. Godbold Park.
The 8 & Under Summer State Closed Tournament is August 5 at the tennis park. Come watch the state’s best young players as they compete for top honors.
“Cary Tennis Park” at www.townofcary.org; (919) 462-2061
Reggae Rocks
Starlight Concert favorite Jamrock returns to fill the air with their authentic reggae rhythms on July 29 at 7 p.m. at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center garden. Rock out with “Yard Style” reggae, including Lovers Rock, Oldies, Dancehall and Roots music. Celebrate the band’s Jamaican influence and origins.
“Starlight Concert Series” at www.townofcary.org; (919) 460-4963
Hot Tips: Be Safe at College
The time of year is fast approaching when students will be heading off for the first time or returning to colleges and universities. Whether housing is on campus or off, fire safety should be a top priority. For students choosing on-campus housing, learn the building’s evacuation plan, and always evacuate when the alarm sounds. Before signing the lease for off-campus housing, make sure smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are present and functional. Windows and doors should open easily and never be blocked. Consider an escape ladder for bedrooms located above the ground floor. Having a fire extinguisher and knowing how to use it is also a good idea. Check the gauge to make sure the extinguisher is fully charged or in the green range; recharge or replace it as needed.
Seconds matter in a fire, and security bars or window-mounted air conditioners could impede your escape. Finally, never disable, remove or cover a smoke alarm! Practicing escape routes, meeting places and notification are also important. Being smart about what to do in case of a fire is everyone’s job whether you’re at or away from home.
Moonlight Movie Night
Check out the lineup at Koka Booth Amphitheatre’s Movies by Moonlight summer series:
Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 (Rated PG-13)
July 29
Zootopia (Rated PG)
August 12
Chef (Rated R)
*Food Truck Rodeo this night!
August 19
**Gates open at 7 p.m.; Movies start at dusk. Tickets are $5 for adults; Kids 12 and under free.
Hot Diggity Dog
Celebrate summer at Cary Senior Center’s annual Hot Dog Hoe Down, August 12 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Join the fun of a summer cookout with hot dogs and all the fixin’s! We’ll grill the dogs and serve the basic top¬pings. Your admission is a covered dish to share. Pre-register by August 8. For ages 55+. For more, call (919) 469-4081.