TOWN OF CARY’S WEEKEND UPDATE
FOR INTERNAL USE
October 8, 2009
Friday:
October 9
Cary Players presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park, 7:30 p.m.
“Lord, what fools these mortals be!” Bond Park is the perfect outdoor setting for this classic Shakespearean romantic comedy. Frolic with Oberon (the King of the Fairies) in the enchanted woods, with impish Puck, Bottom, and “the stuff that dreams are made of...”! Remember, “the course of true love never did run smooth”. This 21st Cary Players production, directed by Nancy Rich, runs October 8-10 at 7:30 p.m.
Advanced Tickets: $14 (Adults) and $11 (Seniors, 55+/Students)
Door Price: $14
Special Price for the October 8th performance: $10
For more, visit www.caryplayers.org.
Saturday:
October 10
Cary Players presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park, 7:30 p.m.
See description above.
For more, visit www.caryplayers.org.
Cary Diwali 2009, Free - NR
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, 11 a.m.
Come experience the wonder of India at Cary Diwali 2009. The theme of this year's Cary Diwali is "Padharo Mhare Des" - Welcome to the Vibrant State of Rajasthan. Cary Diwali is co-sponsored by Hum Sub, Inc. and the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. For more, call (919) 460-4963 or visit www.hubsub.net.
Cary Mayor & Former All-Conference Player Tennis Match - NR
Cary Tennis Park, Center Court, Noon
In the spirit of the infamous match between Bobby Riggs and Billie Jean King, the Town of Cary is presenting its own “Battle of the Sexes” on Saturday, October 10 when Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht takes on former All-Conference player Kristen James at the Cary Tennis Park at noon; the match is being held to promote Cary’s Champions Ladder, a new division in the Challenge Ladder program that enables men and women to compete for the “best of the best” in one league, instead of playing in separate leagues.
For more, call (919) 462-2061.
Sunday:
October 11
Brass at Bond, Free - NR
Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 1 p.m.
Rain date: Sunday, October 11, 1 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate the rich, pure sounds of brass instruments. This year's performance will feature some of North Carolina’s most innovative brass ensembles. The afternoon of music will delight the entire family! Bring your blanket and your lunch and enjoy the sounds of Brass at Bond!
For more, call (919) 469-4061.
Cary Eid Festival - NR
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, 11 a.m.
$4.00, 12 and under: free (Everyone free before noon)
Eid, Festival of Feast, marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Over six million US Muslims celebrate Eid along with 1.2 billion people around the world in over 100 countries. This festival will feature a bazaar, food, music, arts and dance from all over the world. This particular Eid Festival is all about integrating communities of various faiths, beliefs and practices, by embracing their cultural heritage of holiday celebrations. The NC Eid Festival is co-sponsored by the NC Eid Festival, Inc. and the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department. For more, call (919) 460-4963 or visit www.nceidfestival.org.
Friends of Hemlock Bluffs Annual Member Celebration Event
Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
Sunday, October 11, 4:30 p.m.
A dinner in the nature preserve courtyard will be provided after a brief annual meeting. This event is by invitation only.
For more, call (919) 387-5980.
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WEEKEND UPDATE is a publication from the Town of Cary distributed each Thursday afternoon to help you plan your weekend news coverage. WEEKEND UPDATE gives the date, time, location, contact person, and short description for any significant activity sponsored in whole or in part by the Town during the upcoming Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. A NR designation indicates that the activity does have an associated news release, so check your files or visit us online for further details.
PRIMARY CONTACTS:
April Raphiou, Deputy Public Information Officer, (919) 481-5091
Susan Moran, Public Information Officer, (919) 460-4951
October 8, 2009
Friday:
October 9
Cary Players presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park, 7:30 p.m.
“Lord, what fools these mortals be!” Bond Park is the perfect outdoor setting for this classic Shakespearean romantic comedy. Frolic with Oberon (the King of the Fairies) in the enchanted woods, with impish Puck, Bottom, and “the stuff that dreams are made of...”! Remember, “the course of true love never did run smooth”. This 21st Cary Players production, directed by Nancy Rich, runs October 8-10 at 7:30 p.m.
Advanced Tickets: $14 (Adults) and $11 (Seniors, 55+/Students)
Door Price: $14
Special Price for the October 8th performance: $10
For more, visit www.caryplayers.org.
Saturday:
October 10
Cary Players presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park, 7:30 p.m.
See description above.
For more, visit www.caryplayers.org.
Cary Diwali 2009, Free - NR
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, 11 a.m.
Come experience the wonder of India at Cary Diwali 2009. The theme of this year's Cary Diwali is "Padharo Mhare Des" - Welcome to the Vibrant State of Rajasthan. Cary Diwali is co-sponsored by Hum Sub, Inc. and the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department. For more, call (919) 460-4963 or visit www.hubsub.net.
Cary Mayor & Former All-Conference Player Tennis Match - NR
Cary Tennis Park, Center Court, Noon
In the spirit of the infamous match between Bobby Riggs and Billie Jean King, the Town of Cary is presenting its own “Battle of the Sexes” on Saturday, October 10 when Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht takes on former All-Conference player Kristen James at the Cary Tennis Park at noon; the match is being held to promote Cary’s Champions Ladder, a new division in the Challenge Ladder program that enables men and women to compete for the “best of the best” in one league, instead of playing in separate leagues.
For more, call (919) 462-2061.
Sunday:
October 11
Brass at Bond, Free - NR
Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 1 p.m.
Rain date: Sunday, October 11, 1 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate the rich, pure sounds of brass instruments. This year's performance will feature some of North Carolina’s most innovative brass ensembles. The afternoon of music will delight the entire family! Bring your blanket and your lunch and enjoy the sounds of Brass at Bond!
For more, call (919) 469-4061.
Cary Eid Festival - NR
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park, 11 a.m.
$4.00, 12 and under: free (Everyone free before noon)
Eid, Festival of Feast, marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Over six million US Muslims celebrate Eid along with 1.2 billion people around the world in over 100 countries. This festival will feature a bazaar, food, music, arts and dance from all over the world. This particular Eid Festival is all about integrating communities of various faiths, beliefs and practices, by embracing their cultural heritage of holiday celebrations. The NC Eid Festival is co-sponsored by the NC Eid Festival, Inc. and the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department. For more, call (919) 460-4963 or visit www.nceidfestival.org.
Friends of Hemlock Bluffs Annual Member Celebration Event
Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
Sunday, October 11, 4:30 p.m.
A dinner in the nature preserve courtyard will be provided after a brief annual meeting. This event is by invitation only.
For more, call (919) 387-5980.
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WEEKEND UPDATE is a publication from the Town of Cary distributed each Thursday afternoon to help you plan your weekend news coverage. WEEKEND UPDATE gives the date, time, location, contact person, and short description for any significant activity sponsored in whole or in part by the Town during the upcoming Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. A NR designation indicates that the activity does have an associated news release, so check your files or visit us online for further details.
PRIMARY CONTACTS:
April Raphiou, Deputy Public Information Officer, (919) 481-5091
Susan Moran, Public Information Officer, (919) 460-4951
