📘Downed Trees, 100° Heat, and One Very Cool Newsletter

Happy Friday, Cary!

Those sure were some intense storms last night, and it seems like they came out of nowhere! I hope you were safe and sound— I saw tons of downed trees and branches in my neighborhood.

The weekend is looking to be much warmer! No rain expected this time, but the high will be at close to 100 most of the afternoons. Make sure to drink plenty of water!

Anyway, here’s what you can expect in Today’s issue:

• Local Cary salad spot expands to Holly Springs

• An incredible Japanese food spotlight

• All the Juneteenth and Pride celebrations in Cary

• Want to get hammered at Trivia night? Check out the community events section!

• Camp Bow Wow!

— Jake from Cary Digest

News

Diced Brings Its Biggest Location Yet to Holly Springs

Holly Springs just got a whole lot greener—literally. The popular Cary-based salad and bowl spot Diced has officially opened its largest restaurant to date right here on North Main Street.

Founded by former collegiate gymnastics champ Michelle Woodward, Diced has built a loyal following since launching in Cary 10 years ago. This new Holly Springs location is their fifth overall—and their first free-standing restaurant—coming in at over 3,000 square feet.

If the name sounds familiar, that’s because Diced made waves last year with a new spot in downtown Raleigh near the Capitol. Now, Holly Springs gets a taste of the action, with fresh, fast, and healthy eats just around the corner.

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Tell them Cary Digest sent you!

Restaurant Spotlight: Kashin Japanese Restaurant

A Cary favorite since 1991, Kashin Japanese Restaurant is a family-owned gem tucked into Crossroads Blvd. Known for its cozy, no-frills vibe and consistently fresh Japanese fare, it’s a go-to for sushi lovers and comfort food seekers alike. With a loyal following and a reputation for authenticity, Kashin delivers a satisfying experience whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for a relaxed dinner.

Menu Highlights & Must-Trys:

• Sushi & Sashimi: Salmon, Conch Clam, Fatty Tuna, and chef’s choice platters

• Specialty Rolls: Aburi Salmon, Spider Roll, Philly Roll, and more

• Hot Dishes: Nabeyaki Udon, Shoyu Ramen, Ten‑Don rice bowls

• Appetizers: Pork Gyoza, Beef Tataki, Agedashi Tofu, Takoyaki

• Dinner Sets: Entrées come with miso soup, salad, and rice

• ⭐ Pro tip: The miso soup and sashimi get rave reviews—don’t skip them.

Community Events

Hammered Trivia This Weekend!

🧠 Think your trivia team has what it takes? Hammered Trivia is back with its 4th annual tournament, a 10-week battle across some of the Triangle’s best bars and breweries.

Play weekly at a participating location. Finish in the Top 3 at your venue, and your team qualifies for the 2025 Triangle Trivia Tournament Finale, where you’ll go head-to-head with other top teams for cash, trophies, and bragging rights:

• 🥇 1st Place: $1,000 + trophies

• 2nd Place: $500 + trophies

• 3rd Place: $250 + trophies

• New this year: 4th & 5th Place teams win $100 each

Locations include Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex, Wake Forest, and more. Miss a week or need to switch nights? No problem — the rules have you covered.

Juneteenth Celebration Tomorrow!

📅 June 22 | 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Downtown Cary Park (327 S. Academy St, Cary)
🎉 Join the community for a powerful Juneteenth celebration honoring Black freedom and culture. This free event features a vibrant procession, live drumming, moving choir performances, spoken word poetry, historical reenactments, and a one-of-a-kind saxophone summit. Historian Darrell Stover leads the “Songs of Freedom” program, exploring the music of liberation and resilience.

Things to Do This Weekend

Friday, June 20

Country Soul Songbook: Juneteenth Jamboree
Time: 7:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
Location: The Cary Theater (122 E. Chatham St, Cary)
Description: A Juneteenth-themed country music concert celebrating freedom, featuring rising artist Misha Fair leading Country Soul Songbook.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/event/country-soul-songbook-juneteenth-jamboree/the-cary/cary/

Blue Chair Bay Luau Monthly Mayhem
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: PBR Sports Bar (301 Fenton Gateway Dr, Cary)
Description: A tropical party night hosted by PBR/Sports & Social. Enjoy summer-inspired cocktails, a line-dancing lesson, mechanical bull rides, and big prize giveaways.
Link: https://allevents.in/cary/blue-chair-bay-luau-monthly-mayhem/200028292575526#

Mike Krause & The Third Expression
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside (121 Ambassador Loop, Cary)
Description: Live concert by Mike Krause’s instrumental Americana band. Expect two sets of original music blending Americana, rock, noir jazz, and cinematic soundscapes, featuring Dan Davis (drums) and E. Scott Warren (bass).
Link: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/51417101/mike-krause-the-third-expression-cary-bond-brothers-eastside

Fiesta Fridays (Salsa/Bachata Dance Night)
Time: 9:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Location: A’Verde Cocina & Tequila Library (Downtown Cary)
Description: Weekly Latin dance party with live DJs spinning salsa and bachata.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1345384173321659/1384324109427665/

Saturday, June 21

Cary Juneteenth Celebration
Time: 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Cary Park (327 S. Academy St, Cary)
Description: Free community Juneteenth celebration featuring a procession, live drumming, choir performances, poetry, reenactments and a saxophone summit. Historian Darrell Stover helps lead a “Songs of Freedom” program.
Link: https://downtowncarypark.com/things-to-do/calendar/w_juneteenth-celebration-2

Rhythm & Reels: King Garbage Concert
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre (2600 Evans Rd, Apex)
Description: Free outdoor concert featuring Asheville’s Grammy-winning funk band King Garbage (and special guests).
Link: https://unitedarts.org/calendar/rhythm-reels-king-garbage-concert/

Mozart by Moonlight (NC Symphony)
Time: 8:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre (8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary)
Description: Outdoor symphony concert under the stars by the North Carolina Symphony (conductor Taichi Fukumura).
Link: https://ncsymphony.org/events/mozart-by-moonlight-06-21-25-8pm-special/

Carolina Indie Film Celebration (Free)
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater (122 E. Chatham St, Cary)
Description: Free film showcase presented by the New Carolinas Film Collective. See a selection of independent short and feature films from local filmmakers.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/event/the-carolina-indie-film-celebration/the-cary/cary/

Apex Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Depot Plaza, 220 N. Salem St, Apex
Description: Outdoor community market with local farmers and artisans. Browse fresh produce, baked goods, meats, dairy and homemade crafts.
Link: https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com/

Apex Juneteenth Festival
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Apex Town Hall Campus (73 Hunter St, Apex)
Description: Free family-friendly Juneteenth celebration with live music, storytelling, chalk art, heritage exhibits and food vendors.
Link: https://www.apexnc.org/1606/Juneteenth-Festival

SoDu Farmers’ Market – First Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Hub RTP (500 Park Offices Dr, Morrisville)
Description: Launch of the South Durham Farmers’ Market at Hub RTP. Find locally grown produce, artisan foods and craft goods in an open-air market setting.
Link: https://southdurhamfarmersmarket.com/

Morrisville Music in the Park: Niito (Juneteenth Concert)
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Niito band starts ~6:00 PM)
Location: Indian Creek Park (101 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville)
Description: Free summer concert in Morrisville’s Music in the Park series.
Link: https://www.instagram.com/morrisvilleparks/p/DK9fuFXul4Z/)

Sunday, June 22

Allies & Icons: Pride Film Festival – The Mitchells vs. The Machines
Time: 12:00 PM (noon)
Location: The Cary Theater (122 E. Chatham St, Cary)
Description: Part of a Pride-themed film festival at The Cary. Family-friendly animated adventure The Mitchells vs. The Machines screens as the festival’s first movie.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1058747392367158

Allies & Icons: Pride Film Festival – Pride
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater (122 E. Chatham St, Cary)
Description: Second screening in the Cary’s Pride film festival. Pride (PG-13), a 2014 British comedy-drama about LGBT activists and striking miners, will be shown.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/whatshappeningposts/celebrate-pride-month/

Trivia Night (Hammered Trivia)
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: KōMANA Brewing Co (1032 Ryan Rd, Cary)
Description: Weekly pub trivia mixer hosted by Hammered Trivia.
Link: https://hammeredtrivia.com/

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