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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 😋🍴 Discover Cary (Eat & Drink): Awaze Cuisine
• ✈️ Airline Travel: Hello, Boston!
• 🚗 Drivable Destinations: Explore Chapel Hill's Franklin Street
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• ❤️ Shout-out: Thank You, Gay Purvis!
• 📅 Events: Planning your week in Cary?

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Awaze Cuisine

Awaze Cuisine is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight’s readers for our Discover Cary project. If you had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.

Awaze Cuisine is a family-owned Ethiopian and Eritrean restaurant in Cary that serves authentic dishes like doro wot, beef tibs, and veggie sambusas, with traditional injera bread and warm hospitality in a cozy atmosphere.

Check out their menu on their website: Awaze Cuisine

Address: 904 NE Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27513| Get Directions

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Hello, Boston!
Revolutionary History and Modern Innovation

Welcome to Boston, Massachusetts, a place where cobblestone streets tell stories of revolution, where world-class universities shape tomorrow's leaders, and where New England charm meets cutting-edge technology. With Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) serving as a major hub with direct flights from cities across the globe, reaching this historic capital has never been more convenient. This city offers an incredible mix of American history, academic excellence, and cultural treasures that make every visit memorable.

Why Visit Boston?

• The Freedom Trail: This 2.5-mile red-brick path connects 16 historic sites that shaped American independence. Walk in the footsteps of revolutionaries as you explore Boston Common, Paul Revere's House, and the site of the Boston Tea Party.

• Fenway Park: Home to the beloved Red Sox since 1912, this iconic ballpark represents the heart of Boston sports culture. Catch a game during baseball season or take a guided tour to see the famous Green Monster up close.

• Harvard University and MIT: Just across the Charles River in Cambridge, these world-renowned institutions offer public tours and museums. Explore Harvard Yard's historic buildings or visit MIT's cutting-edge exhibits that showcase scientific breakthroughs.

Travel Guides – Here are two comprehensive travel guides to help you plan your trip.

Lonely Planet Boston This trusted guide offers detailed neighborhood breakdowns and insider tips for experiencing Boston like a local. Website:

Boston.gov Official Visitor Guide The city's official resource provides up-to-date information on events, attractions, and practical travel advice. Website:

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Explore Chapel Hill's Franklin Street

Chapel Hill's Franklin Street offers the perfect day trip destination just an hour from Cary, where you can stroll down one of North Carolina's most famous main streets. This historic thoroughfare has been the heart of social life for the University of North Carolina and the town of Chapel Hill since the 1790s, creating an experience that's both charming and entertaining for visitors of all ages.

Named after Benjamin Franklin in the 1790s, this three-mile stretch has been Chapel Hill's main street since the University's founding. With over 95 cafes, restaurants and bars (75% locally owned), Franklin Street offers everything from the historic Carolina Coffee Shop (serving since 1922) to modern spots like Que Chula Craft Tacos and Pho Happiness Vietnamese restaurant.

The street comes alive with unique shops and longtime favorites. Five businesses have operated for more than 50 years, including Julian's clothing store and Sutton's Drug Store with its traditional soda fountain unchanged since 1923. You can catch a movie at the Varsity Theatre, browse books at Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews, or explore music history at SchoolKids Records. The proximity to UNC's campus puts you steps away from the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and Ackland Art Museum.

Franklin Street hosts regular festivals and events throughout the year, including vintage markets, craft markets, the annual Community Holiday Parade, and Festifall Arts Markets. The street is famous for its Halloween celebration and victory celebrations when the Tar Heels win championships. Free and low-cost guided walking tours are available throughout the year, and you'll discover colorful murals adorning many downtown buildings as you explore.

Good to Know:

Location: Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | Directions
Hours: Individual shops and restaurants vary; most open daily with extended weekend hours
Amenities: Street parking, public parking decks on Rosemary Street ($1.50/hour), free parking on Sundays, wide sidewalks, outdoor dining, restrooms in various establishments
Entry: Free to walk and explore; individual restaurant and shopping costs vary
Tip: Weekends can get busy with college crowds, so weekday visits offer a more relaxed browsing experience. The Chapel Hill Welcome Center at 308 West Franklin Street provides maps and information about current events.

Official Website: https://www.visitchapelhill.org/listing/franklin-street/310/

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