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2 0 2 5 C A RY S P R I N G DA Z E A R T S + C R A F T S F E S T I VA L 6 COMMUNITY COVE Creativity and Connection C Local cultural arts groups and nonprofit organizations are coming together once again to showcase the incredible work they do year-round to support the Cary community. Stop by Section C, near the Kiwanis Shelter, to explore a variety of hands-on, art-focused activities and demonstrations — each one designed to inspire creativity and connection! Learn more about the 2025 participating organizations and the activity they are offering at carync.gov/springdaze. TRANSFORM TRASH INTO TREASURE Explore sustainability through upcycled crafts! Create greeting cards from recycled materials, turn plastic bottles into seed starters, and repurpose old t-shirts into tote bags — all while learning ways to give everyday items new life. Presented by CORDUSA (Raleigh Chapter) PAINT WITH PURPOSE Join the Cary-Apex Youth Choir and the Concert Singers of Cary in painting stones for a visual art installation that connects with local choirs during their performances. This project highlights themes of Alzheimer's awareness and diversity through color and design. Presented by The Concert Singers of Cary SWIRL & DIP: MARBLED GOURDS Dip gourds into swirling marbling paints and watch unique patterns emerge! The fast-drying process lets you take home a one-of-a-kind creation immediately. Presented by the North Carolina Gourd Society SEE THE CRAFTSMANSHIP IN ACTION Watch live woodworking demos and take home handcrafted pieces made before your eyes. Presented by the Woodturners Guild of North Carolina MAKE YOUR MARK ON A COMMUNITY MURAL Contribute to a collaborative masterpiece that will be displayed at the 2025 Coffee & Culture event. Add your artistic touch and be part of a lasting piece of public art. Presented by United Arts Wake County GET CREATIVE WITH MINI-GOURDS Decorate your own mini-gourd while learning about Cary's rich gourd-growing heritage. This hands-on craft blends history with creativity. Presented by Friends of the Page-Walker Hotel