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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 😋🍴 Discover Cary (Eat & Drink): Silk Road Uzbek Cuisine
• 🚗 Drivable Destinations Explore Apex Community Park
• ✈️ Airline Travel: Hello, New York!
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Daily Chuckle
• 🎁 Adventure starts close to home: Thank You For Your Gift
• 📅 Events: Planning your week in Cary?
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Question: What European conflict lasted 116 years?
(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)
Basant Bahar 2026 brings an afternoon of professionally choreographed dance, live music, and powerful storytelling to the Cary Arts Center — celebrating Indian heritage and the arrival of spring.
Admission is free.
Hum Sub will present Basant Bahar 2026 on Sunday, March 8, at the Cary Arts Center, bringing an afternoon of cultural performances and spiritual reflection to Cary.
📍Location: Cary Arts Center
101 Dry Avenue, Cary, NC 27511
Free admission | First come, first served seating
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Silk Road Uzbek Cuisine
Silk Road Uzbek 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.
Silk Road Uzbek Cuisine in Cary, NC, serves authentic Uzbek dishes including their signature plov (rice pilaf), handmade manti dumplings, lagman noodles, and grilled kebabs, all prepared with fresh halal ingredients in a warm, family-owned restaurant setting.
Check out their menu on their website: Silk Road Uzbek Cuisine
Address: 4224 NW Cary Pkwy, Cary, NC 27513 | Get Directions
Silk Road Uzbek Cuisine
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Explore Apex Community Park
Apex Community Park is the cornerstone of the Apex Parks system, spanning 160 acres of outdoor fun just minutes from Cary. The park centers around a beautiful 50-acre lake that offers something for everyone, whether you're looking to exercise, relax in nature, or enjoy quality time with family and friends. This well-maintained park feels like a true neighborhood retreat where locals love to gather and play together.
The park's crown jewel is a 2-mile paved loop trail that hugs the lake and provides a perfect backdrop for walking, running, or biking. About 90% of the trail is shaded, making it ideal for summer activities, and the mostly flat terrain welcomes beginners, families with kids, and leashed dogs. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife along the shores - you might spot waterfowl and other lake animals during your visit.
The lake is stocked with channel catfish and open to fishing with a permit, plus water enthusiasts can launch kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, or small boats from the designated launch site. Beyond the water activities, families will find multiple playgrounds, sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and picnic shelters to make it a full-day adventure.
Good to Know:
Location: 2200 Laura Duncan Road, Apex, NC 27523 (Main entrance) | 1808 Lake Pine Drive (Lake Trail entrance) | Directions
Hours: 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM (year round)
Amenities: Fishing dock, boat launch, restrooms, picnic shelters, 3+ miles of trails, playgrounds, volleyball/tennis/basketball courts, baseball fields
Entry: Free!
Tip: Fishing requires a town permit (free for residents at Apex Community Center). Non-motorized boats under 14 feet need a vessel permit. The park has two main parking areas - choose the lake side for trail access or the field side for sports activities.
Official Website: https://www.apexnc.org/795/Apex-Community-Park
Women-led adventures that make a difference
Intrepid has launched three new Women’s Expeditions in Peru, Bhutan and Cambodia – created exclusively for women travellers. Expect immersive adventures that break down barriers and connect you with local communities, from trekking the Peruvian Andes to a women-run tuk tuk tour in Cambodia and a traditional hot stone bath experience at a women-owned farmhouse in Bhutan.
Hello, New York!
Iconic Skylines and Endless Possibilities
Welcome to New York City, a place where towering skyscrapers create urban canyons, where world-class museums sit blocks from bustling street markets, and where every neighborhood tells its own story.
With direct flights from RDU (Raleigh-Durham) to multiple NYC airports including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, reaching the Big Apple has never been more convenient. Whether you're drawn by Broadway shows, world-famous landmarks, or incredible food scenes, New York City offers endless discovery around every corner.
Why Visit New York City?
Times Square and Broadway: The neon-lit heart of Manhattan pulses with energy 24/7, offering the world's best theater productions. Catch a Broadway show, people-watch from the famous red steps, or simply soak in the electric atmosphere of this iconic crossroads.
Central Park: This 843-acre green oasis provides a peaceful escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Rent a bike, row a boat on the lake, visit the Central Park Zoo, or simply enjoy a picnic while watching New Yorkers from all walks of life.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Located right on Fifth Avenue, this world-renowned museum houses everything from ancient Egyptian artifacts to modern masterpieces. Spend hours exploring its countless galleries, or visit the rooftop garden for stunning city views during warmer months.
Travel Guides – Here are two comprehensive travel guides to help you plan your trip.
Time Out New York This guide offers up-to-the-minute recommendations on the hottest restaurants, shows, and events happening right now in the city.
NYC Official Guide The city's official tourism site provides insider tips on free activities, seasonal events, and neighborhood guides to help you explore like a local.
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The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
A) The Hundred Years' War
The Hundred Years' War (1337–1453) is the European conflict that lasted 116 years. Fought between the kingdoms of England and France, this series of battles and disputes over the French throne and territorial rights actually spanned from the confiscation of Guyenne in 1337 to the end of major hostilities in 1453.
Learn more about The Hundred Years' War