Hello Fuquay-Varina!
Here we are it may not officially be fall (that’s the 22nd), but school is in session, September starts tomorrow, and Labor Day is fast approaching. So, of course, the weather is scorching! Fall or not watch yourself out there and stay hydrated. And watch those storms, I doubted the predictions on Wednesday and got caught in quite the lightning show!
This is the first week of September which means “First Friday!” Scroll down for more details on this monthly Fuquay-Varina blow out. We’re ramping up into a packed fall so stay tuned!
If you or your organization is planning anything coming soon or have any major announcements, we’d love to work with you to get the word out!
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Trivia: First Friday exists due to the efforts of the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association. What group did the FVDA develop out of and bonus points for what year did it become its own group?
(Check your answer at the bottom of this email)
Table of Contents
🌤️ Weather
Day | Weather | High Temperature | Low Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday, Aug 31 | Mostly Sunny | High: 92 | Low: 69 |
Tuesday, Sept 1 | Mostly Sunny | High: 95 | Low: 71 |
Wed, Sept 2 | Very Hot | High: 97 | Low: 73 |
Thursday, Sept 3 | Hot + Mostly Sunny | High: 96 | Low: 72 |
Friday, Sept 4 | Very Hot | High: 98 | Low: 72 |
Saturday, Sept 5 | Partly Cloudy (⛈️) | High: 88 | Low: 66 |
Sunday, Sept 6 | Afternoon Showers | High: 81 | Low: 58 |
Monday, Sept 7 | Sunny | High: 82 | Low: 65 |
Very high heat is returning to Fuquay-Varina for one last gasp but then it is beginning to cool off next weekend, just in time for Labor Day! (Weather from Accuweather, commentary is my own).
🚶➡️ Around Town
Labor Day
Quick note that Fuquay-Varina government offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, also known, this year, as Labor Day. Still put your garbage out on Sunday (if you typically do, don’t if you don’t usually put it out on Sunday’s).
Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources
As we head into the fall and new routines, it’s a good time to check out the huge list of programs available through Fuquay-Varina’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources. There are loads of programs for anyone, from sports to crafts, martial arts to dance, boards games to knitting, there is something for everyone.
Last Saturday of Grower’s Market
This coming Saturday is the last chance to get your local produce and hang out with local producers and vendors at the Grower’s Market this year!
View of downtown Fuquay from Raleigh St.
🤔 Planning Ahead
RecTrac - New Registration System
If you’re looking for programs or activities this fall, you now NEED to set up a RecTrac account as the old system is expiring tomorrow, Tuesday, 9/1.
Open Submission - Fuquay Film Festival
The deadline for submissions to the Fuquay Film Festival is fast approaching on August 15th! The late and final deadline is Sept 15. All appropriate genres are accepted and all film makers are welcome to submit. There is even a specific category for high school and college students so don’t hold back!
Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival on October 3
Don’t worry, October is still a ways away (though the Spirit store is now open, just FYI), but it’s never too early to start planning good times. The Celebrate festival does just that, celebrates Fuquay-Varina, it’s the town, our history, our growth, and the people! If you’re interested, there are still sponsor and vendor spots available.
This edition of FV Dash is sponsored by:
Sunless Society NC is a mobile spray tanning business owned locally by two amazing Fuquay-Varina moms!
Get in touch for the best, customized spray tan experience, in your home, at your office, or wherever works best for you!
♻️Recycling This Week is for Green routes.♻️
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Festival in downtown Fuquay.
Getting to Know Fuquay-Varina
As our home, we live, work, play, eat, and drive around Fuquay-Varina but how well do we know it? This is to introduce you to somewhere you’ve never been to or, perhaps, never even heard of and encourage you to get out to it!
This Week: First Friday
First Friday is essentially a town wide block party every month on the First Friday out on by the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association. In both downtown Fuquay and downtown Varina you will find activities, food, drink, music, load of vendors, and stores open late. It’s an opportunity to get out and about and explore our town(s)!
September’s Friday is being sponsored by Fuq’n Vinyl and hosted by Pawsitively Alternative Markets. Get a bingo card from either Alternative Waves or Pawsitively Delicious Treats (or both!), collect your stamps, and enter to win!
Here’s the official description on Facebook and here’s a snapshot of who will be there and what will be going on!
Slightly edgy t-shirts and custom decals pressed live while you wait! | |
Auralune Moon | Gorgeous gems and stones for your collection. |
Seeing the sights and get between the downtowns! | |
To get you back and forth between Varina and Fuquay! | |
Head to the FVDA tent or after the first 30, find them around town. | |
Head to the FVDA tent or after the first 30, find them around town. | |
Satisfying your records needs. | |
Your ultimate stop for all things reading and books. | |
JMRoss | Author. Meet a local fantasy writer! |
Open late, special events! | |
Unique creative designs to browse and love. | |
Stunning handmade wreaths, scarecrows, and all the fall home decor you need to welcome the season. | |
Fresh, preservative-free gourmet treats to stock up on for your deserving pups. | |
Head to the FVDA tent or after the first 30, find them around town. | |
High-end soaps and lotions to upgrade your self-care routine. | |
Handcrafted candles to make your home smell amazing. | |
Vibrant, one-of-a-kind resin art pieces. | |
Custom dog bowl stands and gorgeous wooden leash hooks for your furry family members. | |
Whimsical, fun 3D-printed creations. | |
Permanent jewelry to lock in those bestie vibes. |
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🗓️ the Week Ahead
First Friday and Labor Day are the big, upcoming events but there’s still plenty around town.
Check out below and let us know what else is happening!
Capture the Wild
The Wake Audubon Society will teach tips and tricks for capturing shots of nature at this library hosted events. Come to hone your camera skills and meet like-mind nature buffs.
Wednesday, September 2
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fuquay-Varina Library
Find out more on on the Library website.
Parent’s Night Out
iCode Fuquay-Varina is hosting your kids so that you parents can get out and about on the town (First Friday anyone?)! Children do not need to be enrolled at iCode to enjoy an evening of activities, food, gaming, friends, and more. Look for more in the coming weeks as well.
Friday, September 4
5:00 - 8:00 pm
More information on Facebook.
Tickets are $35 and going fast.
Bark the Runway
Pawsitively Alternative Markets is sponsoring an end-of-summer extravaganza complete with vendors, a rescue fundraiser, and a pet fashion show! Hang out, support the Carolina Boxer Rescue, shop from local vendors, enjoy local beer and have a fantastic Saturday!
Saturday, September 5
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Aviator Hangar Ready Room
More information on Facebook.
Seven Years in Fuquay-Varina!
Rock Solid Warrior is celebrating seven years in Fuquay-Varina on Monday, Sept 7 (conveniently, Labor Day) with a seven challenges celebration!
Monday, September 7
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Tickets are $7 per hour or $20 for the whole night (4 hours).
More information on Facebook.
Pine trees off Carpenter Road.
FV Trivia Answer: The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association developed out of the Fuquay-Varina New Century (or Fuquay-Varina Revitalization Association) in 1993.
Till next week!
John + Alyse
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