📘Duke Health Breaks Ground in Cary!

Happy Friday Cary! We made it to the weekend.

This is a good one, too. Between the farmers markets, a pop-up market at Waverly Place, and even bellydancing, there is no shortage of things to do, so let’s get right into it!

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

• New Duke Health campus for Cary

• 18-month long utility utility upgrade

• Pop-up markets this weekend

• Vigil for Indian plane crash victims

— Jake from Cary Digest

News

Duke Health Breaks Ground in Cary

Duke Health officially broke ground this week on a brand-new inpatient hospital campus in Cary. The project’s first phase will include an emergency department, surgical and imaging services, and a limited number of inpatient beds.

According to Duke Health CEO Craig Albanese, the expansion is part of their mission to bring high-quality care closer to where people live and work.

The new facility is designed to keep pace with Cary’s booming population and is part of a long-term plan for an 85-acre medical campus. Once fully built, the site will support about 1,600 jobs.

The building is expected to be complete in 2027.

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🙏 Cary & Morrisville Hold Vigil for Air India Crash Victims

In the wake of the devastating Air India crash that claimed over 240 lives, the Cary and Morrisville communities came together this week to honor the victims and offer prayers of healing.

The vigil, held at the SV Temple of North Carolina, began with a two-minute silence followed by Hindu chants and a prayer led by the temple’s priest. For many, the tragedy hit painfully close to home—some temple members are from the very region in India where the crash occurred.

“It’s a tragedy for those affected here, from their home, their motherland,” said Morrisville Council Member Steve Rao. With nearly half of Morrisville’s population identifying as South Asian, the impact is deeply felt across the community.

A second memorial service is scheduled for this Sunday at the same temple on Aviation Parkway, with over 1,000 people expected to attend.

Restaurant Spotlight:🍔 Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar

Nestled in a cozy corner strip on Kilmayne Drive, Corbett’s has been flipping signature flame-grilled burgers and pouring nostalgic bottled sodas since 2013. Owned by Corbett Shope, this family-run gem grinds fresh beef in-house daily and offers over 240 varieties of craft sodas, from Cheerwine to Nehi grape. What started as a personal mission to recreate the simplicity of classic drive‑ins has grown into one of Cary’s top-rated burger joints!

• Pimento Cheese Burger – Juicy patty topped with house-made Southern pimento cheese; praised as a “rich, beefy flavor, with a little char…” 

• Hawaiian Cowboy Burger – A sweet-savory combo with pineapple, bacon, cheddar, and Cheerwine BBQ sauce; Reddit-approved! 

• Sodalicious Burger – Classic cheeseburger dressed up with Sodalicious White & Orange sauces and bacon, celebrating the restaurant’s soda-bar roots.

• Loaded Cheese Fries – Crispy waffle fries smothered in Sodalicious white cheese sauce and bacon, a crowd favorite.

• Spicy Dog – A bold Nathan’s hot dog wrapped in bacon, topped with ghost pepper jack, coleslaw, jalapeños & hot sauce .

Town Updates

Heads Up, Lewey Drive

Starting Tuesday, June 10, Cary crews will kick off a major utilities and street upgrade on Lewey Drive to improve water system reliability.

Expect daytime lane closures on Fryar Creek Drive near Park York Lane, with flaggers guiding traffic. Access to homes and emergency services will stay open.

The project includes over 5,800 feet of new water mains, sidewalk additions, and a bore under NC 55 — and it's expected to run for about 18 months.

Community Events

Father’s Day at The Goat – Brier Creek

If you’re looking for a lively way to treat Dad this Sunday, The Goat at Brier Creek has you covered. From noon to 6 PM, they’re pulling out all the stops to celebrate the G.O.A.T.s in our lives with a full afternoon of food, fun, and festivities.

Guests will be greeted with free golf balls and baseball hats (while supplies last), setting the tone for a relaxed but energetic day. Expect live music, plenty of food and drink specials, and a ton of giveaways—including big-ticket prizes like sporting event passes and entertainment packages.

The U.S. Open will be playing on the bar’s TVs throughout the day, so your favorite sports-loving dad won’t miss a swing. Whether he’s in it for the prizes, the drinks, or just the vibes, The Goat promises a Father’s Day celebration that’s anything but ordinary.

📍 The Goat Brier Creek, 5600 Primary Drive, Durham, NC 27703
🕛 Sunday, June 15 · 12:00–6:00 PM
🔗 View the full event listing here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fathers-day-at-the-goat-brier-creek-tickets-1380722109999?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Things to Do This Weekend

Friday

UNC Summerfest: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5
Time: 8:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC
Description: NC Symphony performs Beethoven & Tchaikovsky in an outdoor Summerfest show.
Link: https://www.dncr.nc.gov/news/events/summerfest-beethoven-symphony-no-5

Movie Night: The Lion King (1994)
Time: 6:00 PM (arts & crafts), 7:00 PM (movie)
Location: Downtown Cary Park, Great Lawn Pavilion, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC Description: Free outdoor showing of the Disney classic, with pre-movie crafts and drumming.
Link: https://downtowncarypark.com/things-to-do/calendar/w_movie-night-6

Bellydance Night!
Time: 7:00PM
Location: Sophie’s Grill and Bar, 2734 NC-55
Description: Come out to enjoy performances by local, favorite dancers and Shimmy Mob! Plan to come early to enjoy delicious food and drinks
Link: https://g.co/kgs/K2pbzcU

Premier School of Dance: “Dance Around the World”
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave, Cary, NC
Description: First night of Premier School’s international-themed dance recital.
Link: https://www.townofcary.org/recreation-enjoyment/events

“The Luckiest Man in America” – Movie Screening
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Early evening showing of The Luckiest Man in America.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

“Pavements” – Movie Screening 
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Late-night indie/arthouse film Pavements.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

Saturday

Downtown Cary Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: 160 E Park St, Cary, NC
Description: Weekly local market with produce, crafts, and community vibes.
Link: https://www.caryfarmersmarket.com/

Waverly Place Pop
Time: 4:00PM
Location: Waverly Place
Description: Waverly Place’s pop-up market showcases a curated collection of talented local artisans, crafters and makers, offering everything from handmade jewelry and unique home goods to art, clothing and more
Link: https://g.co/kgs/92qmo6B 

UNC Summerfest: Tropical Rock for 5 O’Clock Somewhere
Time: 8:00 PM (doors 6:30 PM)
Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC
Description: Symphony show with tropical rock hits from Buffett to Marley.
Link: https://www.dncr.nc.gov/news/events/summerfest-tropical-rock-5-oclock-somewhere

Premier School of Dance: “Dance Around the World” (2nd night)
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave, Cary, NC
Description: Second showing of the cultural dance recital by Premier School.
Link: https://www.townofcary.org/recreation-enjoyment/events

“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” – Movie Screening
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Big screen throwback adventure with Harrison Ford.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

“Pavements” – Movie Screening (Encore)
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Second showing of the Pavement reunion doc.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

“Friendship” – Movie Screening
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson in a suburban dad buddy comedy.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

Sunday

Art Cart: Father’s Day Edition 
Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Downtown Cary Park, Great Lawn Pavilion, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC Description: Free hands-on art project station for kids and families.
Link :https://downtowncarypark.com/things-to-do/calendar/w_art-cart-fathers-day

“Friendship” – Movie Screening (Encore)
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Second showing of the offbeat suburban comedy.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” – Movie Screening (Encore)
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC
Description: Second showing of the 1989 Indiana Jones adventure.
Link: https://thecarytheater.com/

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