CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- The town of Cary will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary on April 3, 2021 but is celebrating its 150th year with opportunities for engagement year-round.
Though many events will have to take place virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, town officials said in a news release that the year will feature many opportunities for community engagement, including a virtual scrapbook where residents can share their memories about the town and what they'd like to tell future generations.
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"We had intended to kick it off New Year's Eve with a big celebration, and of course that got pushed back, but that didn't happen," said Cary mayor Harold Weinbrecht. "They're going to have tree giveaways, a driving-walking tour."
During the Jan. 27 council meeting, councilmember Ed Yerha presented the first of a monthly series of historical discussions about the town. The full presentation is available online.
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Volunteers have been working since 2018 to plan the year's activities.
If it is safe to gather later this year, the town will host a Day to Remember in July and a Masquerade 150 Gala in November.