Here’s what’s in today’s issue:

• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 😋🍴 Discover Cary (Eat & Drink): Tribeca Tavern Reviews
• ✈️ Airline Travel: Hello, Oslo, Norway!
• 🚗 Drivable Destinations: Helping Seniors Feel Seen
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• ❤️ Shout-out: Thank You, Susan Stanko!
• 🎁 Adventure starts close to home: Show your support
• 📅 Events: Planning your week in Cary?

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Tribeca Tavern Reviews

Tribeca Tavern 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.

Tribeca Tavern in Cary, NC, is a neighborhood restaurant specializing in handcrafted burgers made from locally sourced pasture-raised beef ground fresh daily, served alongside craft beers from their sister establishment, The Mash House Brewery.

Check out their menu on their website: Tribeca Tavern

Address: 500 Ledgestone Way, Cary, NC 27519 | Get Directions

Reader Poll Results

Tribeca Tavern (19 Votes)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (14)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 😊😊😊 I might give it a try (5)

Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:

“Comfortable and friendly staff I substitute bison with all the burgers Great beers on tap”

“Very good burgers....clean bathrooms...spotty service, depending on your server.”

“Comfortable Bar, Great Burger, Locally sourced and friendly place!”

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Hello, Oslo, Norway!
Gateway to Fjords and Nordic Culture

Welcome to Oslo, Norway's cosmopolitan capital nestled at the head of the Oslofjord, where sleek Scandinavian design meets rugged natural beauty, and Viking history stands alongside world-class modern art. With direct flights from major European hubs and connecting routes through cities like London or Copenhagen, Oslo is surprisingly accessible for travelers from the U.S., including those departing from RDU. This compact city offers an incredible mix of outdoor adventure, fascinating museums, and a thriving food scene—all set against a backdrop of forests, islands, and sparkling waters.

Why Visit Oslo?

• The Viking Ship Museum: Home to the world's best-preserved Viking ships, this museum brings you face-to-face with Norway's legendary seafaring past. Walk around vessels that are over 1,000 years old and marvel at the intricate craftsmanship that once ruled the northern seas.

• The Oslo Opera House: This stunning marble and glass building isn't just for performances—it's an architectural masterpiece you can walk on. Climb the sloping roof for panoramic views of the city and fjord, then catch a world-class opera or ballet inside if you're lucky enough to snag tickets.

• Island Hopping in the Oslofjord: Just a short ferry ride from downtown, the fjord's islands offer beaches, hiking trails, and peaceful retreats from city life. Rent a kayak, have a picnic on the rocks, or explore historic fortresses—it's the perfect way to experience Norway's natural beauty without leaving the capital.

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

Lonely Planet Oslo Guide: Get expert advice on where to stay, what to eat, and how to navigate Oslo's neighborhoods like a local.

Visit Oslo Official Guide: The city's official tourism site offers up-to-date event listings, itinerary ideas, and practical tips straight from the source.

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Helping Seniors Feel Seen

An estimated one in three seniors spends the holidays alone, often without visitors or family to share the season. This emotional toll is especially pronounced during a time typically marked by connection and celebration. Yet simple gestures of kindness—from a short visit to a thoughtful gift—can make a meaningful difference.

Programs like Wake County’s Holiday Cheer and the Center for Volunteer Caregiving offer community members structured opportunities to help. Whether through sponsoring a senior’s holiday meal or making regular visits, these efforts help transform loneliness into companionship. The Town of Cary and Resources for Seniors provide additional ways to connect with and support older adults throughout the year.

Such programs not only help seniors feel remembered and appreciated but also strengthen community bonds. Compassion and presence, not material gifts, are what bring true holiday joy.

This season, even a brief visit can brighten a life. Like and Share this Reel to help raise awareness. It’s free!

‘Adopt a Senior’ and Local Programs Connect Volunteers with the Elderly:

• Wake County Holiday Cheer Program
  Matches seniors with sponsors for Thanksgiving and Christmas meals and gifts.
  Contact: 919-212-7083 | Email: [email protected]
  Website: Holiday Cheer | Wake County Government

• The Center for Volunteer Caregiving
  Offers one-on-one volunteer companionship for seniors year-round.
  Contact: 919-460-0567 | Address: 1150 SE Maynard Rd, Suite 210, Cary, NC 27511
  Website: volunteercaregiving.org

• Cary Senior Center Volunteer Programs
  Provides opportunities to support events, lead classes, or engage with seniors in Town of Cary programs.
  Website: carync.gov/connect-engage/volunteer

• Resources for Seniors
  Delivers home and community-based services to older adults across Wake County.
  Contact: 919-872-7933
  Website: resourcesforseniors.org

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