Every two years, Cary issues a citizen satisfaction survey to a group of randomly selected citizens to gauge its effectiveness in its mission and measure overall citizen confidence in town operations. Starting January 12, consultants working on behalf of the Town of Cary will contact citizens and ask questions on safety, service, communications, transportation, recreation, and the environment. Click here to read our news release.
Loose Leaf Collection
The final round of loose leaf collection is underway. Place your leaves at the curb and out of the roadway by 7 a.m. up to one week ahead of each leaf collection period. For tips and to track your curbside collection, visit carync.gov/leaves and download our Cary Collects app for collection notifications. Want faster service — bag your leaves in brown paper bags or reusable containers and set them out for weekly yard waste pickup, or drop them off for free at the Citizen’s Convenience Center, 313 N. Dixon Avenue.
Last Call - Community Garden Lottery
Would you like to grow food for your family and learn more about gardening? The Carpenter and McCrimmon Community Garden plots are rented for an eleven-month term for the price of $50 for a Standard or ADA plot. McCrimmon Community Garden has smaller perimeter beds available for the eleven-month period at a cost of $25. Beds have convenient access to watering hoses, our garden shed is stocked with tools, and we provide renters with educational materials to support their success.
Our Farmer Training Program is accepting new applicants for the 2026 farming year! Through this initiative, farmers interested in launching their own agribusinesses can sublet affordable plots at Cary’s historic teaching farm. Program participants benefit from shared use of infrastructure such as irrigation, farm equipment, refrigeration, packing and washing station, and more. Interested individuals should have some farming experience and a desire to take their farming operations to the next level. The Farmer Training Program is hosted in collaboration with our nonprofit partners at Piedmont Conservation Council and includes access to a Farmer Handbook and sample business plans.
Human Relations, Inclusion, and Diversity Advisory Board
Cary Town Hall, 6 p.m. Information is available on the calendar.
Wednesday
Film: Sentimental Value (R)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m. Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. Nora turns it down, but soon discovers he’s given the part to an eager young Hollywood star. Tickets and information.
Film: NY Dog Film Festival 2026 (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 7 p.m. We continue a decade of celebrating the relationship between people and dogs in short films that will take you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions. Tickets and information.
Thursday
Film: NY Cat Film Festival 2026 (Not Rated)
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m. Apparently, cats rule the world! These chosen films make for a totally delightful experience for humans of all ages. Tickets and information.
The Cary Theater, 2 p.m. Spanning three decades, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s “Merrily We Roll Along” charts the turbulent relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends — writer Mary and lyricist and playwright Charley. “Merrily We Roll Along” features some of Stephen Sondheim’s most celebrated and personal songs. Tickets and information.
Film: Grow (PG)
The Cary Theater, 5 p.m. Stoic farmer Dinah Little begrudgingly takes in her spirited niece, Charlie. But Charlie isn’t an ordinary child — she has a special knack for connecting with plants that quietly reflects her own longing to feel just as seen and loved. As the town prepares for the annual pumpkin-growing contest, Charlie sets her sights on winning. Will Charlie and Dinah’s unlikely entry stand tall against the fiercest competition the town has ever seen? Tickets and information.
Film: Dust Bunny (R)
The Cary Theater, 8 p.m. Ten-year-old Aurora has a mysterious neighbor who kills real-life monsters. He’s a hit man for hire. So, when Aurora needs help killing the monster she believes ate her entire family, she procures his services. Suspecting that her parents may have fallen victim to assassins gunning for him, Aurora’s neighbor guiltily takes the job. Now, to protect her, he’ll need to battle an onslaught of assassins ― and accept that some monsters are real. Tickets and information.
Saturday
Cary Farmers Market
Downtown Cary Park, 9 a.m. Join the Cary Farmers Market at its location on Park Street next to Downtown Cary Park! Each Saturday, you will find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering all locally-made and locally-grown items. Shop for freshly-harvested produce, handmade local food, and artisan-made goods. Stop by the info booth to learn about their matching program for SNAP/EBT. Children can also get their very own Farmers Market Passport and participate in the Eat-A-Rainbow program, which encourages children to eat healthy, nutritious foods. Learn more about their new location, nutrition programs, and other information on the market'swebsite,or visit theirFacebookandInstagrampages for weekly information.
Downtown Cary Park’s Frantz Square Lawn, 6 p.m. Experience GLOW Under the Silver Moon: Our Town at the Park! Join us on Frantz Square Lawn at 6 p.m. and meander through the Park with handcrafted lanterns. Enjoy food trucks, lively performances from the Bulltown Strutters, One Tribe Rhythms, and Caroleena’s Circle of Joy, under the starry night sky. Free and open to all!
Downtown Cary Park’s Gathering House, 10 a.m. Find the missing piece of your day at our drop-in puzzle. Bring your favorite puzzles, trade with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy a casual day of collaborative problem-solving and camaraderie. It’s the perfect way to share your passion for puzzles and connect with like-minded individuals in a fun, relaxed, and friendly setting.
Downtown Cary Park’s Academy Pavilion, 4:30 p.m. Join in the fun at our drop-in Children’s BINGO in the Park! Little ones, get ready for a thrilling time of laughter and surprises as we bring this classic game to the Park. With each call of the numbers, discover a world of friendly competition, as well as chances to win small prizes. It’s an afternoon of joy and delightful moments for our youngest park enthusiasts!
