On May 31st, North Carolina State University student, Joseph Carnevale had an inspiration that he just couldn't resist. So he set out to act upon his desire.
"I had the idea in class that morning, and it kind of grew in my head, until it was something I had to do," he said.
So, that night he stole some of those all too familiar construction barrels from a site near the university.
About an hour and a half later he returned to assemble his "Barrel Monster"
He saw it as street art. The Raleigh police department did not and Carnevale was charged with larceny and destruction of property. Carnevale is scheduled to appear in court next month.
Hamlin Associates, the construction company who owns the barrels, does not want to press charges. The president of the company says that the publicity they've received far outweighs the $365 cost of the barrels.
In fact, Hamlin Associates wants to commission Carnevale to recreate his now famous Barrel Monster for their corporate offices here in North Carolina.
There's even a Facebook group dedicated to Joseph Carnevale!
What do you think? Should Carnevale be charged with these crimes? Should he be let off? Or should he be commissioned to create some more art for the Raleigh, North Carolina area?
Barrel Monster Spotted in Raleigh!
Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.
The US Tennis Association has voted Cary, North Carolina one of the top 10 "Best Tennis Towns in the Nation".
But we have the chance to be #1.
The finalists have been chosen and now you can vote as to which town will take the #1 spot. Voting begins today and continues through July 26th. Vote NOW!
The winner of the Best Tennis Town award will receive $100,000 to be used for community wide programs or enhancements to the tennis facility, and the facility will be recognized during the 2009 US Open.
The Cary Tennis Park is the largest tennis facility in all of North Carolina and boasts 30 championship lit courts and one stadium court as some of its many amenities.
With over 500 kindergarten - 5th grade students this year alone, the Cary Tennis Park is a great place for the kids to learn about this great sport. Junior, senior and adult classes are also offered.
The facility is host to many tournaments and charitable events throughout the year.
So vote now to insure that Cary, North Carolina is, among all the other reasons to live here, #1 in Tennis too!
See you on the courts!
Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.
In 2007, CNN/Money magazine voted Apex, North Carolina 14th on its list of the nation's top 100 small towns to live in.
Well now, in 2009, Forbes Magazine has named Apex #3 as one of (drum roll please...!!!)
"America's Best Places to Move"
Award winning schools, medical facilities and our great weather are just a few of the factors that got us to #3.
But we're not done yet! With only two spots to go, we won't be resting until we've reached #1...And then we can truly live up to our motto.....
Just a few more reasons I love calling the Raleigh - Cary - Apex area home.....
Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.
Every 4th of July, the award winning town of Cary, North Carolina hosts their annual Independance Day Olde Time Celebration.
This year will be no exception as many events are planned to make this year's celebration even better!
The day's events, which will be held at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park, start off with a parent/ child fishing tournament and include the, always fun, "Parade in the Park", a hula hoop contest, a watermelon seed spitting contest and music will be performed by the Cary Town Band. Other contests and events continue at the park throughout the day.
For those who enjoy bicycling, the 15th annual Spin Cycle 4th of July Firecracker 100k and 50K Cycling Ride to benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Society will run throughout the day as well.
View the full schedule of the day's events.
And don't forget to head on over to the Koka Booth Amphitheatre as the sun begins to go set and watch the fireworks show. Gates open at 3 and there is a full schedule of events planned. Lawn seating is FREE!
The weather is predicted to be hot, but no rain is forecast! So stop on by to help celebrate America's birthday. Once you're here, you'll discover why I've been proud to call this little patch of America, home!
Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.
Every 4th of July, the award winning town of Apex, North Carolina hosts their annual Olde Fashioned 4th of July Celebration.
This year will be no exception as many events are planned to make this year's celebration even better!
The day's events, which run from 9AM until 1PM, will be held right in the heart of town, on Salem Street, include the"Parade of Wheels", starring Uncle Sam and children from Apex and beyond! Live music will fill the air and there will be lots of carnival games, rides, a climbing wall and a giant slide. Clowns and jugglers will also be on hand to provide some of the day's entertainment.
At noon, when it's time to cool off, the Apex Fire Department will lead the way with, what is certain to put smiles on everyone's faces, the Splash Down!
And don't forget to head on over to the Koka Booth Amphitheatre, just a few miles away in Cary, as the sun begins to go set to watch the fireworks show. Gates open at 3 and there is a full schedule of events planned. Lawn seating is FREE!
The weather is predicted to be hot, but no rain is forecast! So stop on by to help celebrate America's birthday. Once you're here, you'll discover why I've been proud to call this little patch of America, home!
Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.
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