Tag Archives: Downtown Fuquay-Varina
Fuquay-Varina Middle School
Fuquay-Varina Middle School Traditional School
“The FVMS community will empower students to contribute to a dynamic society by meeting their unique needs through ever-evolving and meaningful learning, enhanced with technology, while providing a positive, nurturing environment.”
Main Office: 919-557-2727
School Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Kris Clark, Principal
Fuquay-Varina Middle School, formally known as Fuquay Springs High School or “The Old Red Building”, was constructed around 1918 on the corner of Ennis and N Academy Street. Fuquay-Varina Middle School has ample amounts of History behind it’s construction. One interesting artifact that still resides inside of the since re-constructed Middle School is the School Bell that was used back when the school first opened.
Although still uncertain, these are the most up-to-date dates found for the School up until the new High School was built on Bengal Blvd.
- Fuquay Springs High School 1918 (first graduating class 1922)
- Fuquay-Varina High School 1967 (first graduating class)
- Fuquay-Varina Junior High School 1975 (with move of high school grades 10-12 that year)
- Fuquay-Varina Middle School 1977
- Ninth grade left the campus for Bengal Blvd in 1977.
Ballentine Elementary School
BALLENTINE ELEMENTARY YEAR-ROUND SCHOOL
“Ready, set, grow, and glow on!”Right Meow Cat Cafe
Looking for a spot you can get your cat fix, coffee fix, and bubble tea fix all in one?
Check out Right Meow – Cat Café NOW OPEN in Fuquay-Varina. A unique, cage-free environment for adorable adoptable cats. Adopting families will have the opportunity to meet & greet with available cats while watching their personalities flourish in the safe-space. Even if you are not in the market for adoption, by visiting right meow café you are helping the cats socialize until they find their furever home! Before your visit, PLEASE read over the FAQ as this is more of an experience for most!Check out their latest menu HERE!
Click HERE to book your cat play date! 📍913 S. Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526📍
Falcon Park
FALCON PARK
Next up on our Parks & Rec Month highlights, one of Fuquay-Varina’s oldest parks, Falcon Park, sits on 5 acres of multi-purpose land. Back in the day, the population was little so there were no family gathering places which meant no place for kids to gather outside and play. Town residents took action in the 1950’s by organizing and raising enough money to fund the towns first park, Falcon Park, opening in 1953! Since opening, Falcon Park has received numerous updates including the most recent a few years back which gave much-needed new life to the playground and the buildings at Falcon Park.Features to enjoy: Baseball / SOFTBALL FIELD (WITH LIGHTS) PICNIC SHELTER PLAYGROUND PARKING LOT BUILDINGS TO RENT RESTROOMS
105 Falcon Drive Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526 ENTRY FEE: FREE!
2nd Quarter Market Update 2023
We are still seeing low inventories across our market; however, we are beginning to see a more balanced market, and even a slight buyer’s market at higher price points and with some new construction. Keep in mind, often new construction is listed at time of permit, so our “Active” numbers are a little skewed as “active” does not necessarily mean “available” for quite some time. Price/square foot has decreased over the last year due to an increase in new construction inventory; re-sale homes are still highly competitive as they are usually on larger lots and ready for immediate move-in.
I believe our local housing market is going to continue to be robust despite rising rates. We still have such a surplus of people moving into the entire Triangle area. Buyers right now are coming from all over the country in addition we always have local renters, empty nesters, and growing families staying locally in Fuquay-Varina. Please consider Front Porch Realty YOUR LOCAL go to real estate company and follow all of our social media!
Ashworth Park
Get out and about this summer and explore the history of our town of Fuquay-Varina! What better way to celebrate the Year of the Trail AND National Parks and Recreation Month than by strolling some of Fuquay’s beautiful parks?
FIRST PARK UP?
Ashworth Park, home to significant historical Town treasures while boasting a beautiful shaded, landscaped park area. Around the park find an original tobacco barn, a playhouse from the Johnson House, a caboose, and the sculpture Ghost Farmers! There is much to learn as you walk around the park area.HISTORY BEHIND THE PARK –
Ashworth Park is the original home place of Rufus and Cornelia Ashworth, who married on January 12, 1918 during World War 1. The couple moved to Fuquay-Varina in 1922 and built their home at 112 Aiken Street around 1927 and expanded it over the years to accommodate their growing family. In 1937 Rufus opened his own clothing store, Ashworth’s Clothing, and operated it until his death in June of 1970. Cornelia continued to live in the Aiken Street home place until her death at the age of 97 on December 16, 1995. The generations of Ashworth’s that followed have contributed significantly to the Town of Fuquay-Varina making it a better community. Ashworth’s Clothing remains on Main Street in Fuquay-Varina. Ashworth Park was dedicated on October 8, 2014.
New Construction Homes in Fuquay-Varina
New Fuquay-Varina subdivision, Purfoy Place has only a few opportunities left. Hurry and you can still make your own custom selections!
Enjoy a quaint, one-street neighborhood with .5 acre lots(!!!) nestled on the Harnett Co side, just a short 7 minute drive to all the Downtown Fuquay-Varina amenities. Local builders Kara Homes, Glover Design Build, TBP Homes and Gemstone Homes have built some beautiful CUSTOM homes with a few more to go! Two homes currently are READY for immediate closing with 4 more currently available! Head on over to our website to get more information!
$10,000 USE AS YOU CHOOSE!! ACT FAST!
Check out the newest neighborhood DRONE footage by Mary Pickard Photography to see how far Purfoy Place has come! Check out all available NEW CONSTRUCTION homes in Fuquay-Varina HERE and CONTACT US to get started with your home search with a trusted LOCAL real estate agent!Fuquay-Varina Independence Day Celebration
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Where? South Park When? Saturday, July 1st, gates open at 6pm Who? Your friends & family! Please leave dogs at home!
The Town of Fuquay invites you and your friends and family to come out to South Park to enjoy an evening of celebration! Enjoy live music featuring Spare Change (starting at 6:30pm), the Splash Pad will be open from 6pm-8pm, food trucks on site all evening, and fireworks starting at sundown (typically 9:15, weather permitting). Coolers are allowed however this is an alcohol free event. Head over at 6pm with your chairs & blankets to be sure you grab a good spot to view the fireworks! We can’t wait to celebrate with our community!South park : 820 S. Main st, fuquay-varina parking : community center, jones st via south main, or just a short walk from downtown Fuquay!
Flags for Heroes
FLAGS FOR HEROES May 22nd – June 14th 201 N. Main St Fuquay-Varina, NC
Event Calendar –
May 29th : Memorial Day Ceremony at 10am Join the Rotary Club as they recognize all of our military veterans who lost their lives as a result of service to their country.
June 14th : Closing Ceremony at 12pm Join the Rotary Club as each hero’s name is called. Your presence shows our hero’s and their families how much you appreciate their service.
