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Good morning, Cary!

How was your weekend? I hope you’re enjoying the cooler, fall weather. This is my favorite time of the year!

Thanks again for answering the poll last Friday! Here are the results.

123 people answered, and 99 people (80.49%) answered yes, they have gone to an event listed in Cary Digest before.

This was so cool to see. It’s almost hard to believe that Cary Digest has grown this much and has such an impact on the community. Thanks for your support!

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

• Early Voting for Cary elections

• Note in the Pocket

• Harvest Fest

• This week’s events

— Jake from Cary Digest

News

Early Voting Begins This Week for Cary’s 2025 Municipal Election

Early voting for Cary’s 2025 Municipal Election begins October 16, with sites open at the Wake County Board of Elections Office in Raleigh and the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center in Pittsboro. Additional early voting locations, including Herb Young Community Center in Cary and New Hope Baptist Church in Apex, will open October 25, and all early voting ends November 1. Voters will choose representatives for District A, District C, and one At-Large seat, and should remember to bring an accepted form of photo ID.

To help residents make informed decisions, Cary hosted a recorded Community Candidate Forum featuring all candidates for the open seats. The forum airs daily on Cary TV through November 3 and is available online at carync.gov/candidateforum

Own or Starting a Local Business? Let’s Talk

At Cary Digest, we don’t just work with anyone. You’ve probably noticed we’re pretty selective about who we show to our nearly 10,000 readers across Cary.

We’ve turned down ads from sketchy repair companies, a nightclub, and other businesses that didn’t feel like the right fit. We only want to share things that are actually helpful, not just noise in your inbox.

Most of the businesses we feature become long-term partners. When someone joins us, they’re the only advertiser we work with in their industry. No competitors. Just them.

Right now, we’re looking to team up with a couple of trusted local businesses, especially in:

• Home services like HVAC, roofing, electrical, or even general contractors

• Health and wellness services like dentists, physiotherapists, massage therapists, or mental health professionals

If that sounds like your business, your spouse’s, or a friend’s, reach out. You can reply to this email or contact [email protected].

If they end up coming on board, we’ll give them a free ad in the newsletter as a thank-you for the referral, and we’ll send you a $50 gift card to a restaurant of your choice!

Let’s keep supporting the small businesses that make Cary a better place to live.

Charity Spotlight: Note in the Pocket

In Wake County, Note in the Pocket is working quietly but powerfully to tackle clothing insecurity by providing high-quality, school-appropriate clothes to children and families in need. Rooted in dignity and care, their mission is to ensure that no child’s educational or social journey is held back because they don’t have suitable clothes.

What began as a teacher’s effort to send spare coats home with her students evolved into a full nonprofit by 2013, and today Note in the Pocket operates across Wake and Durham counties. They partner with school social workers and community agencies to distribute clothing via referral. In 2024 alone, they clothed over 10,000 individuals and delivered nearly 247,000 clothing items.

You can support them in many ways: donate new or gently used clothes (infant through adult sizes), host a clothing drive, volunteer to sort and pack items, or contribute financially. Wakefield United Methodist Church, for example, maintains a donation bin and hosts volunteer days for NITP.

To learn more, donate, or sign up as a volunteer, visit noteinthepocket.org.

Community Events

Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm

Join the community for the annual Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm, a seasonal celebration held twice each fall. Set on a historic, organic working farm, the event highlights local culture, sustainability, and family-friendly fun. Visitors can explore booths from eco-conscious vendors, shop for handmade and eco-friendly gifts, and learn about regenerative agriculture through guided farm tours.

Enjoy delicious food from a featured food truck, local craft beverages, and live music throughout the afternoon. Kids can take part in free activities, while guests relax in hammocks or gather around picnic tables. A free shuttle makes parking and access easy. Harvest Fest offers something for everyone and is the perfect way to celebrate fall in Cary.

Dates: October 18, 2025, and November 15, 2025
Time: Noon – 4:00 PM
Location: Good Hope Farm, Cary, NC

Things to Do This Week

Tuesday, October 14

Bond Brothers Run Club
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Bond Brothers Beer Company, 202 E Cedar St, Cary, NC
Description: Social run with 2–5 mile routes for all paces, followed by craft beer.
Link: https://www.bondbrothersbeer.com/food-trucks-happenings

Art Cart in the Park
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Nest Pavilion, Downtown Cary Park, Cary, NC
Description: Free creative arts and crafts activities for kids.
Link: https://downtowncarypark.com

Open Mic Night at Salem Street Music Club
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Salem Street Music Club, 209 N Salem St, Apex, NC
Description: Local musicians perform at a relaxed open mic night.
Link: https://allevents.in/apex/salem-street-music-club-open-mic/

Wednesday, October 15

Wednesday Morning Movie at Halle Cultural Arts Center
Time: 10:00 AM (doors open 9:30 AM)
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
Description: Free morning movie screening for kids and parents.
Link: https://www.thehalle.org

Bailey’s Wine Wednesday
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, 21 Fenton Main St, Cary, NC
Description: Complimentary wine tastings and specials while you shop.
Link: https://fentonnc.com

Bond Brothers Trivia Night
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Bond Brothers Beer Company, 202 E Cedar St, Cary, NC
Description: Free team trivia night with prizes.
Link: https://www.bondbrothersbeer.com/food-trucks-happenings

Thursday, October 16

Live at Lunch – Jake + Johanna (Soul Psychedelique Orchestra)
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Academy Plaza, Downtown Cary Park, Cary, NC
Description: Free outdoor lunchtime concert with live soul and jazz music.
Link: https://downtowncarypark.com

Walking with Ghosts: An Evening of True Crime Hauntings (Amy Bruni)
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Paranormal investigator Amy Bruni shares ghost stories based on real-life crimes.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/event/walking-with-ghosts-an-evening-of-true-crime-hauntings-with-amy-bruni/the-cary/cary/

Bombshell Beer Run/Walk Club
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
Description: Free social run/walk for all paces with post-run brews.
Link: https://www.bombshellbeer.com/Events/Bombshell-Beer-Run-Club

Jazz Jam Open Mic at Bond Brothers Eastside
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, 602 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Free jazz jam session for musicians and listeners (piano and drums provided).
Link: https://www.bondbrothersbeer.com

Line Dancing at Sports & Social Cary
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Sports & Social, 301 Fenton Gateway Dr, Cary, NC
Description: Free country line dancing lesson and social (21+).
Link: https://fentonnc.com

Friday, October 17

Cary Night Market
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC
Description: Open-air evening market featuring local artisans, food trucks, music, and family fun.
Link: https://downtowncarypark.com

A Little Prayer (Film)
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: R-rated family drama about a father grappling with his son’s infidelity and its impact on their family.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/event/a-little-prayer/the-cary/cary/

Relay (Film)
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: R-rated action thriller about a secretive fixer who breaks his own rules to protect a client on the run.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/event/relay/the-cary/cary/

Michael Longfellow Stand-Up Comedy
Time: 7:00 PM and 9:15 PM
Location: Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St, Cary, NC
Description: Live stand-up comedy by Michael Longfellow, featured player from Saturday Night Live.
Link: https://improv.com/raleigh/comic/michael+longfellow/

Apex Community Dance
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
Description: Fun, family-friendly square dancing with live music and a caller. All ages welcome.
Link: https://www.apexnc.org/2082/Apex-Community-Dance

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