📘Have You Tried Hot Pot Yet?

Hey Cary, happy Friday!

This weekend has us in for some scattered showers, but don’t worry. I’ve got plenty of fun things to do indoors and a great restaurant for you to try out that I love.

A special thanks to Camp Bow Wow and all of the premium Cary Digest supporters for sponsoring this issue. Today marks 6 months since I started Cary Digest, and I’m so happy that so many of you have let it into your mornings and schedule. Thank you for supporting local news!

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

• A fun celebration dinner at Good Hope Farm

• Vendors needed for Harvest Fest

• Have you tried Hot Pot yet? Now is your chance!

• Selfie Day Downtown

• Community Art Day at Waverly Place

— Jake from Cary Digest

News

Fork Dinner Celebration at Good Hope Farm!

Enjoy an unforgettable date-night experience with an evening of dining and dancing under the stars. Your ticket includes a farm-fresh gourmet meal made with locally sourced ingredients, beer and cider, live music, farm tours, and a signature gift at Cary’s historic teaching farm. All proceeds support Good Hope Farm’s mission to promote food security and agriculture in the region.

Seeking Vendors for Second Annual Harvest Fest!

Calling all nonprofits, craft vendors, and businesses with a focus on food security, farming, or going green. Be part of the celebration of Cary’s farming heritage at Good Hope Farm on October 18 and November 15. This free, family-friendly event will feature educational booths, farm tours, pop-up workshops, live music, local food, and more. Learn more about how you can join in the fun.

Sponsored By Camp Bow Wow Cary!

Looking for a fun, safe, and tail‑wagging place for your pup while you’re away? Camp Bow Wow Cary offers top‑notch doggy daycare and overnight boarding in spacious indoor and outdoor play yards. Certified Camp Counselors, trained in dog behavior, pet first aid, and CPR, supervise all play to keep tails wagging safely.

Overnight stays include cozy cabins, daily group play, and nightly Campfire Treats™ with no extra charge for medications or special care. You can even check in on your dog anytime through live webcams.

For extra pampering, choose from grooming services like baths, trims, and nail care, or add enrichment activities such as brain games, sniff‑and‑seek, and snuggle time.

With all‑inclusive pricing, a caring team, and rave reviews from local pet parents, Camp Bow Wow Cary delivers peace of mind and happy, tired pups at pick‑up.

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Restaurant Spotlight: So Hot HotPot

So Hot HotPot in Cary offers a lively, high-tech twist on the traditional Chinese hot pot experience. Guests are greeted by a robot host before settling in at tables with built-in heaters to cook their own meal. The menu features a variety of broths from fiery beef tallow mala to mild tomato, along with meats, seafood, vegetables, tofu, and noodles you prepare to your liking. A generous sauce bar lets you mix custom dips with ingredients like sesame oil, garlic, peanuts, and Szechuan spices.

The fun extends beyond the meal with unique treats like a cotton candy vending machine, milk mini buns, brown sugar rice cake, and boba teas. The all-you-can-eat format, priced around $25 for lunch and $29 for dinner, makes it easy to sample a little of everything. Staff are known for their warm, helpful service, guiding newcomers through the process and keeping the experience smooth.

With its playful atmosphere, flavorful options, and great value, So Hot HotPot is a must-try for both seasoned hot pot fans and first-timers.

Town Updates

City Hall Selfie Day

Show your Cary pride on Tuesday, August 12, by snapping a photo in front of Cary Town Hall or anywhere on the Town Hall Campus. Share it on social media with #CityHallSelfie and #CaryNC, and tag @caryncgov to celebrate local government and the people who make our community great.

Community Events

Create Cary: A Community Art Day

Head to Waverly Place on Saturday, August 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. for a free afternoon of art and creativity. Enjoy a curated gallery of local artwork, take part in a collaborative art activity with the Durham Scrap Exchange, meet the muralist behind Cary’s newest community piece, shop a pop-up market of handmade goods, and join in community chalk art for all ages.

Things to Do This Weekend

Friday, August 8

Downtown Cary Park Movie: Guardians of the Galaxy
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC
Description: Free outdoor movie screening of Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” with pre-show activities and food trucks.
Link: https://triangleonthecheap.com/downtown-cary-park/

Summer at the Springs: Joe Hero Band (Holly Springs)
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
Description: Free outdoor concert featuring Foo Fighters tribute band “Joe Hero,” plus food trucks, craft beer, and a night market.
Link: https://triangleonthecheap.com/summer-at-the-springs/

Karaoke Bingo Night (Cary)
Time: 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, 2036 Renaissance Park Pl, Cary, NC
Description: Lively mashup of karaoke singing and bingo games at a local Hawaiian-themed brewery (free to play, prizes for winners).
Link: https://www.facebook.com/komanabrewing/events

Saturday, August 9

Cary Downtown Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 220 E Park St, Cary, NC
Description: Weekly open-air market with fresh produce, local crafts, baked goods, and live music.
Link: https://caryfarmersmarket.com

Holly Springs Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
Description: Local produce, pasture-raised meats, artisanal foods, and more in the heart of Holly Springs.
Link: https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/319/Farmers-Market

Apex Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC
Description: Community-focused market at the Historic Apex Depot with seasonal produce and local vendors.
Link: https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com

Create Cary: Community Art Day at Waverly Place
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, NC
Description: Free art festival with hands-on projects, a pop-up art market, live music, and a collaborative community mural for all ages.
Link: https://triangleonthecheap.com/create-cary-waverly/

Morrisville’s S’Morrisville S’mores Celebration
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville, NC
Description: Family-friendly National S’mores Day party with free s’mores (including vegan options), inflatables, games, food trucks, and meet-and-greets with town departments.
Link: https://triangleonthecheap.com/morrisville-becomes-smorrisville-smores/

Live Music: Gentrys at Bombshell Beer Company (Holly Springs)
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
Description: Free outdoor rock concert with local band “Gentrys” at a women-owned brewery – enjoy classic hits alongside food trucks and craft brews.
Link: https://www.bombshellbeer.com

Sunday, August 10

Chico Bean Comedy Show
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St, Cary, NC
Description: “Wild ’N Out” star Chico Bean headlines a 5-show comedy weekend at Raleigh Improv – an evening of uncensored stand-up and improv comedy.
Link: https://improv.com/raleigh

The Lego Movie (Family Film)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: $4 Summer Family Series showing of the hit animated adventure The Lego Movie, welcoming kids and parents to enjoy a big-screen classic together.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com

Bluegrass Open Jam
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, 602 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Bring an instrument or just listen in at a casual bluegrass jam session hosted by local pickers – all skill levels and ages welcome, no cover charge.
Link: https://www.bondbrothersbeer.com

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